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Best Food in Siem Reap (2026)
Start with fish amok, a steamed coconut curry served in a banana leaf, and beef lok lak, stir-fried beef with a lime and pepper dip. Nom banh chok, the famous Khmer noodleโฆ ๐ Must-Try Khmer Dishes
Start with fish amok, a steamed coconut curry served in a banana leaf, and beef lok lak, stir-fried beef with a lime and pepper dip. Nom banh chok, the famous Khmer noodles with fish-based green curry, is a breakfast staple sold for around 8,000 to 12,000 riel (2 to 3 USD) at stalls near Psar Chas (Old Market). Another favorite is kuy teav, a pork or beef noodle soup often eaten in the morning for about 10,000 riel. For dessert, try num ansom chek, sticky rice with banana, or sankhya lapov, a pumpkin custard.
๐ฎ Old Market Street Food
The area around Psar Chas (Old Market) on Street 2 Thnou comes alive at night with grilled skewers, fresh spring rolls, and fruit shakes. Vendors typically charge 1 to 2 USD per skewer or 5,000 to 10,000 riel for a plate of fried noodles. Look for stalls near the intersection with Pub Street, but for better prices, walk a block north toward Street 11. The market opens around 6 AM and street food runs until about 10 PM.
๐ฝ๏ธ Sit-Down Khmer Restaurants
For a comfortable sit-down meal, try Chanrey Tree at Pokambor Avenue, where mains like amok and lok lak cost 6 to 10 USD. Another reliable choice is Mahob Khmer Cuisine on Road 60, near Sivatha Boulevard, with set menus from 12 USD. Khmer Kitchen on Street 2 Thnou offers generous portions of classic dishes for 3 to 5 USD. Most restaurants open for lunch from 11 AM and close by 10 PM.
๐ฎ International and Fusion Eats
Siem Reap has a strong international scene, especially around Kandal Village on Hap Guan Street. Try The Little Red Fox Espresso for Australian-style brunch, with dishes from 4 to 8 USD, open daily 7 AM to 5 PM. For Mexican, Viva on Street 8 serves tacos and burritos from 3 to 6 USD. Indian food lovers head to Curry Walla on Sivatha Boulevard, where thalis start at 5 USD.
๐บ Pub Street and Nightlife Bites
Pub Street is the center of nightlife, but the food is best at the surrounding alleys. Try the grilled crocodile or snake skewers at stalls on Street 8 for a daring snack, priced around 2 to 4 USD. For a sit-down meal, Temple Club on Pub Street offers Khmer and Western dishes from 5 USD, open until midnight. After 10 PM, late-night spots like Angkor Famous on Street 2 Thnou serve fried rice and noodles for about 3 USD.
โ Cafes and Breakfast Spots
Start your day at Sister Srey Cafe on Street 26, near the river, which supports local students and serves breakfast from 3 to 6 USD, open 7 AM to 5 PM. For great coffee, The Bean Embassy on Street 26 roasts its own beans and sells pastries from 2 USD. Another favorite is Footprint Cafes on Street 26, with healthy bowls and smoothies from 4 USD. Most cafes open by 7 AM and close by 6 PM.
๐ฐ Budget and Mid-Range Prices
Street food and local eateries are very affordable, with meals costing 1 to 3 USD. Mid-range restaurants charge 4 to 10 USD per main dish, while upscale places like Cuisine Wat Damnak offer tasting menus from 35 USD. A typical day of eating street food and local restaurants can cost under 15 USD. Note that prices in 2026 may be slightly higher due to inflation, so carry small riel notes for vendors.
๐ถ Food Neighborhoods to Explore
Beyond the Old Market, check out Kandal Village for trendy cafes and boutiques, and Wat Bo Village for local Khmer eateries along Wat Bo Road. The Riverside area near Street 26 has a mix of international and Khmer restaurants with river views. For authentic local food, head to Phsar Leu Thom Thmey (New Market) on National Road 6, where you'll find stalls selling grilled meats and noodles for 1 to 2 USD. These neighborhoods are easily reachable by tuk-tuk for 2 to 5 USD from the center.
good list but the one thing missing is that a lot of the best Khmer food in town isn't at restaurants at all, it's the morning markets. Psar Leu Thom Thmey on NR6 is solid but kind of far, so if you're staying central just go to Psar Chas before 7am. The nom banh chok ladies there set up around 5:30 and are usually sold out by 8.
also fwiw those crocodile skewers on Street 8 are mostly for tourists, nobody local eats them. if you want to try something actually Khmer and a bit weird, look for pong tea kon (the fertilized duck egg) at the night stalls, way better than it sounds.
nice breakdown, the pub street alleys tip is real. one thing i'd add for anyone doing a longer stay is the lunch spots around the hospital on Charles de Gaulle, kind of a local office crowd scene. nothing fancy but u get a proper rice and grilled pork plate for like 8k riel & its mostly khmers eating, not tourists. also second the morning market thing, the earlier u go the better the food tbh
solid writeup, the kuy teav call is spot on. one thing i'd add is the smoke situation, if ur in town during burning season (roughly feb to april) a lot of the open-air spots by the river get rough in the evening, so i end up eating indoors more than usual those months. also for sit-down khmer, Sokkhak River on Wat Bo Rd is worth a mention over some of the pricier places, mains are like 4 to 7 usd and the prahok ktiss is legit.
3 Days in Siem Reap: Itinerary 2026
Start by arranging your Angkor pass and transport. For 2026, a 3-day Angkor pass costs $62 and must be purchased online or at the Angkor Enterprise office on Street 7 Makara. Booโฆ ๐บ๏ธ Plan Your Trip
Start by arranging your Angkor pass and transport. For 2026, a 3-day Angkor pass costs $62 and must be purchased online or at the Angkor Enterprise office on Street 7 Makara. Book a remork (tuk-tuk) driver for the three days, typically $15 to $20 per day, to avoid haggling each morning. Base yourself in central Siem Reap, near Pub Street or Wat Bo, so you can walk to restaurants and markets.
๐ Day 1: Angkor Highlights
Begin at 5:00 AM to catch sunrise at Angkor Wat, entering via the west causeway. After exploring the main temple for two hours, head to Angkor Thom and the Bayon, where the smiling faces are best lit before 9:00 AM. Continue to Ta Prohm, the 'Tomb Raider' temple, by 10:30 AM before the crowds peak. Break for lunch at one of the simple eateries near Srah Srang, then visit Banteay Kdei and Pre Rup for sunset around 5:30 PM. Return to town by 6:30 PM; the drive from Angkor Wat to Pub Street takes about 20 minutes by remork.
๐๏ธ Day 2: Outer Temples
Dedicate Day 2 to the outer circuit, starting at 7:00 AM with a 45-minute drive to Banteay Srei, the intricately carved 'Citadel of Women'. On the way back, stop at the Landmine Museum (entry $5, open 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM) and the butterfly center. After lunch, visit Beng Mealea, a jungle-covered temple about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Siem Reap, where you can climb over rubble. Finish at the Roluos Group (Preah Ko, Bakong, Lolei) for a quieter sunset, returning to town by 6:00 PM.
๐ค Day 3: Tonle Sap
Spend the morning on a half-day tour to Tonle Sap Lake, choosing between Kompong Khleang (1.5 hours away) or Kompong Phluk (45 minutes). Boat tours cost around $25 per person and depart between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM; they include a visit to stilted villages and flooded forests. Return to Siem Reap by 1:00 PM for lunch at a local spot like Haven (open 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, mains $5 to $8). In the afternoon, explore the Angkor National Museum ($12 entry, open 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM) or take a cooking class at Le Tigre de Papier ($20 for a half-day).
๐ Where to Eat
For breakfast, try the num banh chok at Psar Chas (Old Market) for about $1.50, served from 6:00 AM. Lunch near the temples is limited to simple noodle shops, but in town, Chanrey Tree (open 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM) offers refined Khmer cuisine with mains around $6 to $10. Dinner options include Pub Street for grilled skewers and $0.50 draft beers, or the quieter Wat Bo area for spots like Mahob Khmer (mains $5 to $9). Vegetarians will find plenty of amok and fresh spring rolls at most restaurants.
๐บ Getting Around
Remorks (tuk-tuks) are the main way to reach the temples; a full day costs $15 to $20, and drivers wait at each site. For shorter hops in town, a moto-taxi costs $1 to $2, while a remork is $2 to $3. Walking is feasible in the central grid, but use the Grab app for fixed prices if you prefer not to negotiate. Bicycles can be rented for $2 to $5 per day, though the heat makes them best for short distances.
๐ฐ Costs and Tips
Budget around $30 to $50 per day for transport, food, and activities, excluding accommodation. Carry small US dollar bills and riel for small purchases; most places accept dollars but give change in riel. Dress modestly at temples: cover shoulders and knees, and avoid bright colors at Angkor Wat. Stay hydrated and start early to avoid the midday heat, especially from March to May.
๐ Evening Activities
After a day of temples, unwind at Phare, the Cambodian Circus, with shows at 8:00 PM (tickets from $18). For a cultural show with dinner, book a buffet and Apsara dance performance at Koulen II or Amazon Angkor, both around $12 to $15. Night markets along Sivatha Boulevard open from 5:00 PM to midnight, selling souvenirs and street food. If you want a quieter evening, head to a rooftop bar like Miss Wong for cocktails in a relaxed setting.
solid writeup, covers the main stuff well. one thing i'd add is the pass office on street 7 makara now closes for lunch, roughly 12 to 1, and the afternoon queue gets long so buy online the night before if u can. also for day 3, kompong khleang is worth the extra drive over phluk if u go in the dry season, way fewer tour buses and the stilt houses are taller. grab works fine in town but out at the temples drivers mostly wont take app bookings so just sort ur remork guy for the full three days like u said
good breakdown, the day 2 outer circuit routing is the part most people get wrong and yours makes sense.
one thing id flag on day 1, the sunrise crowd at Angkor Wat is rough in peak season so if ur not fussed about the postcard shot, do the reverse and hit Ta Prohm at opening instead. you get the place nearly empty which basically never happens later, then loop back to Angkor Wat mid morning when the tour buses have moved on to Bayon. saves you the 4am alarm and u still see everything.
also for the remork, agree on booking 3 days upfront but ask ur driver if he does the Banteay Srei run, some wont go that far without adding fuel money. mine quoted 25 for that day instead of the usual 15 to 20 and it was fair given the distance.