This restaurant is called "Lamut Tom" (ripe sapodilla fruit). I believe it is an old Khmer villa that has been retrofitted as a restaurant. The rooms have lots to look at as there are bits of Khmer culture all over the place. It is a brilliant place to take visitors to the kingdom. The menu is quite extensive from bugs to frogs, and field crabs to fish amok. The prices ranged from $5 -$15 a plate. We reserved the air-conditioned room upstairs, but there were several eating areas (one had padded mats were you reclined). The staff were professional and prompt. I enjoyed the amok and the korko soup served in a coconut. We went for supper, and the bar next door was doing Karaoke at very high volume. For that reason, it might have been better to eat in another room. Check it out, I’ll be back...
Read moreIf you're craving authentic Khmer cuisine in Phnom Penh, look no further than this gem of a restaurant. Serving up traditional flavors with a touch of home-cooked goodness, every bite is a taste of Cambodia's culinary heritage. The service here is impeccable, with attentive staff making sure your dining experience is nothing short of exceptional. Plus, with reasonable prices, you can enjoy the rich flavors of Khmer cuisine without breaking the bank. Highly recommended for a satisfying and authentic...
Read moreFinally, I found some delicious Khmer food on the first day of my arrival in Cambodia. I highly recommend the following dishes at this restaurant: Fish amok in coconut Fried fish meatballs with lemongrass Stir-fried pumpkin leaves Roasted beef in bamboo Steamed eggs with escargot Fresh coconut (with plenty of coconut water)
I also tried the following dishes, but they didn't quite appeal to me: Khmer green sour soup with beef Deep-fried pork...
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