Phnom Penh’s Best Coffee Shops & Cafes in 2023

Article by Lost Plate Food Tours

Published on January 26, 2023

Cambodia, Phnom Penh

This was written post-pandemic, and is therefore up-to-date and accurate in 2023.

We love the cafe vibe in Cambodia, and throughout Phnom Penh’s bustling concrete jungle it’s quite easy to find a place to chill at one of the city’s coffee shops or cafes. Coffee has become a way of life for Cambodians, and it took us a long time to narrow down our list of favorites. The cafes here focus on espresso drinks, which leaves our coffee-snob Portland team sometimes wanting more, but make up for it with great vibes and endless menus full of fresh fruit smoothies and brunch.

Mr. Piccolo Coffee

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Mr Piccolo

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Mr Piccolo Cafe 2

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Feel Good Coffee

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Mr Piccolo Coffee

Nestled on a quiet lane in the Russian Market neighborhood, enjoying a coffee at Mr. Piccolo is so much more than just the coffee. This small cafe serves sustainably sourced coffee by a barista who really cares about their craft. If you’re lucky, you can grab one of the three tables inside with open-air vibes and views of the small street outside with plenty of people-watching as locals go about their morning. We also love that they serve “Feel Good Coffee,” an employee owned social enterprise that focuses on sourcing Cambodian coffee while supporting and empowering the cafe and baristas that serve it.

What we order: Coffee of your choice from their small menu and a homemade snack from the bakery case.

What we love: Their plastic-free and “bring your own cup” initiatives.

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Lot369

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lot369 Pourover

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lot369

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lot369 Turmeric Latte

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lot369 TTP

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lot369 Bowl

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lot369 Rooftop

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lot369 Wall

The pandemic only did a favor for Lot369, who upgraded their digs and expanded their menu. The hidden alleyway entrance makes way to a two-story location that sits right above the Russian Market, providing unique views and airy vibes. In addition to offering a small selection of pour-over and cold brew, plus a full espresso menu, we love their Turmeric Latte and selection of fresh fruit smoothies and juices. A super-tasty full menu makes this the perfect place for breakfast or brunch before/after exploring the Russian Market.

What we drink: A Coconut Milk Latte or a Turmeric Latte.

What we eat: The Cambodian Breakfast Bowl, the Vegan Banh Sung Noodles, or whatever’s on their “Specials” board.

What we love: The balcony views on their main level (which is actually the 2nd floor of the building), or their covered yet open-air rooftop.

Web: https://www.lot369.com/

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Noir Coffee ណ

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Noir Coffee Balcony

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Noir Coffee

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Noir Coffee Stairs

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Noir Coffee Fountain

If you want to see what locals drink in the morning, then head to Noir Coffee. This small local chain has a handful of locations around Phnom Penh, but our favorite is their BKK cafe. You’ll always find it packed with city-goers on their way to work or meeting with friends, and this spacious and bright location is also a great place to pull out your laptop to catch up on emails. What to order? The Ice Condensed Milk Coffee is the go-to choice for locals, but they have a large selection of (mostly sweet) hot and cold options. They also offer a full food menu, but it’s pretty average.

What we order: An Iced Condensed Milk Coffee, the Noir Frappe, or an Americano.

What we love: The individual seating booths on the ground floor for a productive morning on the laptop, or the balcony upstairs to chill.

Web: https://www.facebook.com/noircoffeebkk1/

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Fresh Sugarcane Espresso & Condensed Milk Coffee

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Farm to Table Food Lost Plate Milk

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lost Plate Sugar Cane

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Lost Plate Beans

Cruise down any Phnom Penh street and you’ll find plentiful cafes and street carts selling everyone’s favorite: a strong roast with condensed milk and/or sugar. But at Lost Plate, we like to take things to another level. Our Phnom Penh Morning Market & Breakfast Tour includes two different stops for coffee. First, we’ll visit a local hole-in-the-wall that serves up a classic Phnom Penh breakfast of noodle soup. In the corner, the owner prepares coffee the same way she has for decades, using a long cloth to filter the beans that are brewed in a traditional clay pot. Then add your own condensed milk to your liking.

After a walk through a local wet market and a few stops for more food along the way, we finish at a hip little cafe hidden near the Russian Market where we’ll try a drink that won this cafe a Cambodia Barista Gold Medal: fresh sugarcane juice with a shot of espresso. Don’t knock it till you try it, you’ll definitely want to come back again for more!

More info at: Lost Plate’s Morning Market & Breakfast Tour

Java Creative Cafe

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Java Cafe

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Java Coffee

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Java Cup

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Java Outside

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Java Cookies

Whether you’re looking to work, chat, meet-up, or relax, Java Creative Cafe’s bright and airy vibes will keep you ordering more. Offering extensive inside and outside, it won’t be hard to find your special spot and stay all morning (or day) long. Their huge menu offers all sorts of drinks, smoothies, meals, and freshly baked breads and treats…including their “Cup of Java” which is slow-brewed in a siphon pot with their own Arabica blend.

What we order: The “Cup of Java” or a Lemongrass Chiller for hot afternoons, and a burger or bowl when we’re hungry.

What we love: The cool and comfortable inside seating because it feels like you’re outside.

Web: http://javacreativecafe.com

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Shop240

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Shop240 Seating

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Shop240 Coffee

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Shop240

This Phnom Penh institution (well, at least to us) has everything you need no matter when you visit. A full espresso menu, the largest fresh juice and smoothie menu we’ve ever seen, and their Belgian hot chocolate is just the start. They also have a plentiful all day breakfast menu, house-smoked salmon, and a chocolate counter. For seating, their front patio is great for breezy mornings, or walk to the back (behind the counter) to find a quiet hideaway complete with a giant tree growing through the ceiling.

After you get your caffeine buzz, a stroll up and down street 240 will introduce you to a handful of boutique shops including The Green Store (an eco-friendly and sustainable shop selling local food products and handicrafts), Le Lezard Bleu (antique and art shop), The Gallerists (contemporary art gallery), and VeGGy’s (specialty and organic food shop).

What we order: The Creamy Iced Coffee, Belgian hot chocolate, or their “Antioxydant” juice.

What we love: The back room seating and grabbing a chocolate (or few) on the way out.

Web: http://theshop-cambodia.com/

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Farm to Table

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Farm to Table

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Farm to Table Food

Phnom Penhs Best Coffee and Cafes Farm to Table Cards

If we had to choose one place for brunch, this is probably it. Sourcing local and organic produce whenever possible, Farm to Table is a great spot to enjoy local flavors with high quality ingredients. Their breezy outdoor seating area is a welcome respite to the busy city, and don’t be surprised to find a chicken or two roaming the grounds. To drink, we love the local Kombucha, ginger beer, and handmade sodas.

What we order: The farmhouse breakfast, one of their hearty bowls, or the coconut chickpea curry, along with a bottle of Kombucha.

What we love: The ease of ordering regardless of your food allergy or sensitivity. Check out their helpful “food sensitivity” cards at the counter to take with you to show local restaurants during your trip.

Web: https://www.facebook.com/FarmToTablePP/

Google Map: Click Here

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