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www.bdsa-cambodia.org
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Sihanouk St; mains US$3-5; 6.30am-9pm; )
Run by the
Buddhism and Society Development Association (SDA), this handsome nonprofit restaur-
ant is a huge hit with the NGO crowd for its big breakfasts and authentic Khmer cuisine
such as
chaar k'daa
(stir-fry with lemongrass, hot basil and peanuts) and its black-pepper
squid. Western and Thai dishes show up on the menu as well, and it sells BSDA-made
kramas
and trinkets.
Lazy Mekong Daze
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(Sihanouk St; mains US$3-5.50; 7.30am-last customer; )
Run by Frank, a Frenchman, this is
the go-to place to assemble after dark thanks to a mellow atmosphere, a pool table and a
big screen for sports and movies. The menu parades a range of Khmer, Thai and Western
food, including chilli con carne, pizza baguettes and delicious Karem ice cream.
Mekong Crossing
(Sihanouk St; mains US$2-5; 6am-10pm; )
Occupying a prime corner on the riverfront,
this old favourite serves an enticing mix of Khmer curries and Western favourites, such as
big burgers and tasty sandwiches.
INTERNATIONAL
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Destiny Coffee House
(12 Vithei Pasteur; mains US$3-5; 7am-5.30pm Mon-Sat; )
This stylish cafe has relax-
ing sofas and a contemporary look. The international menu includes delicious hummus
with dips, lip-smacking homemade cakes, breakfast burritos, salads and wraps.
CAFE
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Chaplin's Bar & Restaurant
INTERNATIONAL
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(Sihanouk St; mains US$3-18; 7am-10pm)
Providing a dash of urban flair in somnolent Kom-
pong Cham, this Scottish-owned, Charlie Chaplin-themed bistro serves excellent Cam-
bodian food, pizzas and imported steaks in an arty space with funky lamps dangling from
a towering ceiling.
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