Phnom Penh

Cuisine

Vietnamese, Cambodian

Michelin

bib_gourmand

Price

$$

Description

In the heart of Chinatown, find one of the city’s most respected restaurants. Since 1985, this family-run institution has dazzled crowds with both Vietnamese and Cambodian dishes. The menu is massive, offering nearly 100 rice, noodle and soup preparations, but everyone knows to lean on the classics. You could almost make a meal out of #71, thin slivers of nearly-raw beef soaking in a tangy mix of pureed pineapple and fish sauce. It’s a deliciously original effort. Ordering a mound of golden-fried chicken wings coated in an addicting mix of salt, pepper and sugar is also a given. Beef luc lac w

Review score

4.1

Review count

80

Review summary

Phnom Penh serves Vietnamese and Cambodian cuisine with an average rating of 4.1/5. Food quality is polarizing; while chicken wings, butter beef, and shrimp fried rice are praised, some guests note inconsistency and saltiness. Service is generally friendly but plagued by poor pacing, missed orders, and slow responses, negatively impacting the experience. The ambiance is bustling yet basic, resembling a casual eatery rather than a fine dining spot. Although values is considered good, wait times often exceed 30 to 120 minutes. Due to service inefficiencies, many reviewers feel the long wait is not justified despite the popular dishes.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking authentic Southeast Asian flavors who can tolerate long waits and inconsistent service.

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