Lan Chov Khorko Miteanh — Restaurant in Battambang

Tucked away in the vibrant streets of Battambang, this open-front noodle shop is a culinary treasure that’ll leave your taste buds singing. The noodles and dumplings are crafted fresh right there, each bite bursting with authentic flavor. The portions? Generous enough to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. It’s a true hidden gem, but heads-up: Grab might lead you astray, so aim for Lucky Laundry to find this spot.

The owner, a master noodle chef, is a character straight out of a classic kung fu film—complete with a thoughtful squint that adds to his charm. Don’t let his quiet demeanor fool you; his culinary skills are nothing short of magical, and he handles the hustle of the shop with a calm, confident ease. Every dish feels like a labor of love, from the perfectly seasoned noodles to the tender, flavorful dumplings. It’s the kind of place that warms your soul and makes you feel like you’ve stumbled into something special. This Battambang must-try is worth the trek, offering not just a meal but a memorable experience. You’ll leave full, happy, and already planning your next visit to this delightful, unassuming spot that’s as welcoming as it...

I am a big fan of this Chinese noodle and dumpling shop. The food is Lanzhou-style (Northwestern China) so dumplings are steamed and fried rather than served in soup. They are freshly made each day, as are the handmade noodles. Having lived in China for six years, I would say this place is very authentic. The dipping sauce of black vinegar, chopped raw garlic, homemade chili oil and soy sauce was incredible. The food is prepared in front of us so it must be fresh.

The atmosphere of the restaurant is simple but I love the painting of the owner making noodles on the wall. The menu is reasonable and there are several vegetarian options.

One minor complaint. The cook was smoking a cigarette while preparing my dumplings which didn't seem very sanitary to me. But the finished product...

After finding most restaurants in Laos and Cambodia (at least tourist oriented ones!) seemed to play it too safe in regards to flavour, this casual eatery was a very nice surprise! After confirming via Google translate that the dishes we were ordering were indeed truly vegetarian, we feasted on veg dumplings and the mysteriously named 'vegetarian food' menu item. This dish turned out to be a massive plate of gloriously spicy tofu with peppers! Tons of layered complex flavours. It was accompanied by plain rice. We used fresh garlic, chili paste, vinegar and soy sauce to make a dipping sauce for the dumplings as well as a perfect sauce to pour over the...