Khmer Surin

Khmer Surin is famous for authentic Khmer food in a garden setting. In the middle of BKK1’s backpacker district, it stands out with its traditional Khmer timber architecture, and its garden that reaches out into the street to draw you in. But it’s the regional food that you’ll remember. The menu includes Thai, Vietnamese and Western dishes, but this is definitely the place to try Cambodia’s famous fish amok or beef loklak. You won’t pay street food prices, but Khmer Surin is still not expensive and the service and ambience make it great value for a comfortable meal. There’s also an extensive cocktail, wine and beer menu.
Khmer Surin Phnom Penh is a long-running restaurant that serves authentic Khmer dishes as well as a selection of Thai, Vietnamese and western fare. Established in 1996, it occupies a two-storey venue within the city’s prominent backpacker district of BKK1. Featuring a tranquil garden setting, the restaurant is fitted with traditional Khmer architecture and antiques, wooden furnishing, paper lanterns, and brightly coloured cushions. For a more authentic dining experience, we highly recommend making your way to the second floor terrace, which is furnished with floor cushions and low tables with great views of Phnom Penh City. Best of all, diners can also enjoy live classical Khmer music performances during weekends.
Priced at US$2.50 upwards, Khmer Surin Phnom Penh is definitely the place to try Cambodia’s quintessential fish amok and beef lok-lak as well as unique dishes such as fish cakes (tod mun pla) morning glory sour soup, and cha greong frog legs. Not only does the restaurant utilise locally-sourced vegetables, fruits, fish, and poultry, you can easily have your dishes prepared according to your dietary needs. Drinks-wise, the restaurant offers an extensive list of fruit juices, soft drinks, cocktails, wines, spirits, and beers at affordable prices. While you won’t pay street food prices here, Khmer Surin is relatively inexpensive as its friendly service and cosy ambience allow for a satisfying meal in Phnom Penh. Located along Street 57, Khmer Surin Phnom Penh is a five-minute walk from the Independence Monument.