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Phnom Penh is a haven for delicious noodle dishes, from comforting local favorites to exotic options influenced by neighboring countries.

Phnom Penh offers a delightful variety of noodle dishes to tantalize your taste buds! Here are a few highly-rated options, depending on your specific noodle cravings.

Arguably Cambodia’s national dish, kuy teav is a versatile rice noodle soup enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner. The thin rice noodles are served in a flavorful broth, typically pork or chicken, and can be customized with various toppings like bean sprouts, green onions, fried shallots, and lime wedges.

In Phnom Penh, there are so many choices when it comes to eating good food. If a dish of noodles is your favorite like mine, then let’s find out some of the best restaurants in town. What you will find in my selections are: Chinese noodle styles, Cambodian noodle (Num Banh Chok), Ramen, and Udon.

A mini guide to help you find the best noodles to tantalize your taste buds

Highly recommended: the best place to eat fried noodle in Phnom Penh. Located on Charles de Gaulle Blvd (217) and corner of street Ung Pokun (109): https://goo.gl/maps/tbvU43YUwwpRYhWh9

Like a Chinese city, having noodle soup for breakfast is quite common. So every morning, it’s not hard to stroll the city streets and find your breakfast noodle fix.

Kuy teav is what the locals in Phnom Penh call. This name is very old, so it sounds like guǒtiáo from the Cambodia’s Teochew community. How about Chinese noodle soup made in Cambodia by Khmer? Steamy ‘kuy teav’ is great quick breakfast fix.

This Khmer Chinese flavorful kuy teav is what you should taste each you’re in Cambodia’s Phnom Penh.

According to Wikipedia, “Kuyteav is a Cambodian noodle soup consisting of rice noodles with pork stock and toppings. A popular breakfast dish in Cambodia, kuyteav can be found at marketplace stalls, roadside vendors, and restaurants.” This steaming bowl of (either chicken or beef or pork) broth filled with noodles is everyday Cambodian breakfast to start a beautiful day with coffee.

Angkor Duck Noodle

This shop on the main Kampuchea Krom boulevard is one my favorites.

Ching Ye Taiwan Food & Café

The only place I have had Taiwanese beef noodle soup in Phnom Penh. I love this bowl of noodles in hot broth accompanied by tender braised beef.

David’s Restaurant Homemade Noodles

This local favorite is renowned for its fresh, hand-pulled noodles with a delightful balance of chew and tenderness. They offer delectable soups and stir-fried noodle dishes that are a true taste of Cambodian comfort food.

Mama Wong’s Dumpling and Noodle House

This restaurant is a haven for dumpling and noodle lovers. Their handcrafted dumplings are a must-try, and their noodle dishes, whether in broth or stir-fried, are equally mouthwatering. It offers a taste of delicious homemade Chinese cuisine in a cozy and welcoming ambiance.

Khmer Noodle Soup

This spot is a great choice for a casual and affordable taste of authentic Cambodian noodle soups. They offer a variety of broths and noodle options, allowing you to customize your bowl to your preference.

If you’re looking for something beyond Cambodian cuisine, Phnom Penh’s diverse noodle scene caters to a wider range of palates:

• Phnom Penh Noodle Shack
• Sesame Noodle Bar (unfortunately closed)
• Chinese Noodle Restaurant
• Noodle House
• Ramen at CJCC Food Court
• Merugame Udon

Delicious dish of Pho?

Pho Cali:This popular chain has multiple locations around Phnom Penh and is known for its large portions and flavorful broth. They offer a variety of pho options, including classic beef pho and options with flank steak, brisket, or meatballs.

Pho Fortune:This hidden gem is a favorite among locals and expats alike. Their pho is known for its light but rich and savory broth, and they use high-quality ingredients. Be prepared for a wait during peak times, as this place is popular!

53 CENTRAL Coffee & Pho:This coffee shop also serves up a delicious pho option. Their pho is served in a hot stone bowl, which keeps it steaming hot and helps to develop the flavor of the broth. They use Australian beef in their pho, which is a bit of a splurge but adds a nice touch.

Tell us your favorite place for the most delicious noodles? Leave it the comment section.