Pheng Pheng Restaurant, Kampot

What kind of place it is

Pheng Pheng is a sit-down restaurant built around traditional Cambodian cooking, with some modern touches on the plate. The kitchen says it buys ingredients from local farmers and markets, which fits the style of food: simple Khmer staples rather than a long international menu.

The atmosphere is described as cosy and the staff as friendly and willing to help with questions, which makes it easy to walk into if you have never eaten Cambodian food before.

What to eat

The menu covers the main groups of everyday Khmer cooking:

• Fish amok, the classic Cambodian dish of fish in a mild, fragrant coconut-based curry, usually steamed.
• Stir-fries, a reliable option if you want something quick and familiar.
• Curries, spiced with the herbs and aromatics typical of Cambodian cooking.

If it is your first meal of this kind, start with the amok and add a stir-fry to share. Ask the staff what is freshest that day.

Who it suits

The setting works for couples, friends and families looking for an unhurried meal. Travellers who want to try authentic local dishes without hunting through market stalls will find it easy to use. Prices and opening hours are not listed here, so check the Facebook page or ask on arrival before planning a meal around it.

Finding it

Use the Google Maps link below to navigate to the restaurant from wherever you are staying in Kampot. The Facebook page is the best place to look for any recent updates from the restaurant itself.