Kampot Food Street at the City Market

Where it is and what changed

The food street occupies the central garden area of the city market. Until 2026, most street food in Kampot was sold along the riverfront. The new site gives evening eating a fixed home instead.

The government built it as a showcase for Cambodian food. The design is built in stone with a traditional Khmer look, so it reads as a proper structure rather than a row of carts.

The layout and facilities

The practical details are what set it apart from a regular night stall:

• A solid roof covers the seating, which helps in both the sun and the rain.
• New drainage keeps the ground dry and clean.
• Strong lighting makes it comfortable to visit after dark.
• Sellers wear traditional Khmer clothing.

Because it is an official, purpose-built site, expect a tidier setting than most roadside food areas.

What to eat

The stalls cover local specialities from the Kampot area:

• Pepper crab: the dish Kampot is best known for, cooked with fresh green pepper from farms nearby.
• Grilled skewers: various Khmer grilled meats, marinated in lemongrass and honey before going on the fire.
• Regional rice dishes: palm curry with durian and a seaweed salad are among the local recipes on offer.
• Fresh rice noodles: made by hand at the stalls, so you can watch the cooks at work.

Tip: if you are not sure what to order, go for the skewers or noodles first, since you can see them being prepared.

Who it suits

The covered seating and lighting make it an easy choice for families, and the stone buildings and costumed vendors attract photographers. It works well for a relaxed dinner outside, with the evening air rather than a closed dining room.

Use the map link below to find the exact spot inside the market grounds.