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TOP FIVE: GOOD-CAUSE DINING
These fantastic eateries act as training centres for young staff and help fund worthy causes in the cap-
ital.
US$4-7, mains from US$6; 11am-9pm; ) One of Phnom Penh's best-loved restaurants, it offers
former street children a headstart in the hospitality industry. Tasty tapas bites, heavenly smoothies and
creative cocktails.
US$3.50-7; 9am-6pm Mon-Sat; ) This fantastic cafe on the top floor of the Daughters visitor
centre features soups, smoothies, coffee drinks and fusion-y mains served by former sex workers be-
ing trained by Daughters to reintegrate into society.
Part of the Friends' extended family, this elegant restaurant specialises in Cambodian country fare, in-
cluding a famous
amok
(fish baked with coconut and lemongrass in banana leaves). The place to
sample deep-fried tarantulas or stir-fried tree ants with beef and holy basil.
Thu-Sat, 7am-2pm Sun-Wed) Proceeds from the all-you-can-eat buffets here go towards assisting des-
titute or abused women. The spread is usually Asian fusion or barbecue, except for Wednesday
lunches and Thursday dinners, when Hagar lays out its legendary Italian buffet.
This suburban restaurant acts as a training centre for youths who previously scoured the city dump.
Run by French NGO Pour un Sourire d'Enfant (For the Smile of a Child), it serves classy Western and
Khmer cuisine.
Russian Market Area
Café Yejj
CAFE
$
(
www.cafeyejj.com
;
170 St 450; mains US$3.50-6; 8am-9pm; )
An air-con escape up-
stairs from Russian Market, this cafe uses many organic ingredients to prepare pastas,
salads, wraps and soups. Promotes fair trade and responsible employment.
Sesame Noodle Bar
NOODLES
$
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