5 of the best Siem Reap cafes for breakfast and coffee
The Little Red Fox Espresso
Australian owned and Cambodian managed, this cafe is at heart of hip Kandal Village. Expect a friendly welcome, outstanding coffee, colourful and healthy food all accompanied by tunes from the golden era of Cambodian rock & roll.
Food
Sunshine and dragonfruit smoothie bowls, bountiful bagels (breakfast, snow pea and asparagus or a deconstructed smoked chicken bagel) or try a local take on breakfast with the Khmer noodle soup.
Drinks
As you would expect, coffee is taken very seriously here. Beans come from Feel Good Coffee who focus on fair trade and organic beans from the region. Hipster lattes come in a variety of colours that look almost too good to drink and (Siem Reap made) Kombucha is also available.
And more
Strong eco credentials, The Fox is of the leaders in the Siem Reap green movement.
Open Thursday to Tuesday from 7am to 5pm.
Find out more here.
Footprint Cafes
People, planet, profit is the motto (and WiFi code) at this relaxed cafe that donates 100% of their net profits back to local community as educational and entrepreneurial grants.
Food
Eggs anyway (florentine, omelette) or The Works is a typical British fry up perfect for homesick travellers. The vegan pumpkin pancakes are not to be missed.
Drinks
Feel good coffee, smoothies and green juices. Or have a liquid breakfast in the form of a vegan muesli smoothie.
And more
Stocked wall to wall with books, this is the place to go if you need to top up your holiday reads.
Open daily from 7am to 10pm. Footprint is also part of our Taste For A Good Cause Tour.
Find out more here.
Bang Bang Bakery-Cafe
Famous as the best bakers in town, the name for Bang Bang originates from the Khmer word for bread - nombang. If you see bagels around town, chances are they have come from Bang Bang.
Food
Take your pic of speciality bagels: Lox, benedict or a yummy breakfast bagel packed with a fried egg, crispy bacon, avocado, cheese and Sriracha mayo. A tasty Shakshuka is also available, served with homemade ciabatta.
Drinks
Unexpectedly good coffee to accompany your baked goods. The ice latte is perfect on a hot Siem Reap day.
And more
This is the places to go for cakes in town. With advance notice they can bake custom cakes for birthdays and more.
Open Wednesday to Sunday, 8am to 6pm.
Find out more here.
The Village Cafe
This chic cafe is famous for their evening parties but not enough people know that they also serve one of the best breakfasts in town. Sink into a sofa or pull up a chair on the pavement, it’s one of our favourite people watching spots in town.
Food
The avocado toast is one of the best in town. Another favourite is the continental breakfast, which is really good value or upgrade to the Monumental for a hearty meal. Breakfast is served until 5pm for late risers.
Drinks
Illy coffee and fresh juices or why not a Bloody Mary? The Village Cafe is famous for their Espresso Martinis if you need a pick up!
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Culture with your coffee? Check out the newly revamped Strangefruit Gallery + Space upstairs with thought-provoking rotating exhibitions.
Open Monday to Saturday from 8am to midnight. The Village Cafe is featured on our Taste Art & Cocktails tour.
Find out more here.
Sister Srey Cafe
Last but certainly not least, Sister Srey is located in one of the prettiest spots in town looking onto the ancient trees and the Siem Reap river….it’s also a great spot for people-watching.
Food
Healthy breakfasts (dragonfruit smoothie bowl) to hearty lunches (summer mango chicken burger) are catered for. Vegans, gluten free travellers and anyone with food intolerances are well catered for.
Drinks
Expertly brewed coffee (including Bubbachinos for little ones), fresh juices and on a hot day, nothing can beat the Watermelon & Lime Ice Blend.
And more
The funny, happy team will do anything to put a smile on your face. They are the heart and soul of Sister Srey.
Open daily from 7am to 6pm.
Find out more here.
