My Favorite Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in Siem Reap
The locals told me that Siem Reap is increasingly becoming a “foodie” spot for its vibrant cuisine. In three days I couldn’t try everything but there were a few spots I would recommend to travelling vegans.
I had to do my research ahead of time. Although there are a lot of vegan options available in Siem Reap, the first day I stumbled into a restaurant and the only vegan option was a small veggie spring rolls starter. If you dig a little deeper and explore the world of veg-friendly cuisine in Siem Reap your only problem will be deciding which one to choose! Don’t miss out on these spots.
1. Banlle Vegetarian Restaurant
Banlle Vegetarian Restaurant looks like a secret garden oasis. The inside of the restaurant is trendy, with floor to ceiling windows that display the real treasure — the garden. The remaining tables are found outside under the shade of several trees alongside a stunning flower-filled pond.
The food is organic, local, creative vegetarian cuisine with a homegrown veggie patch that actually surrounds the grounds (talk about fresh). The menu features traditional Khmer food and delicious coffee. You can enjoy an iced coconut cappuccino under a few sleepy trees.
What to Order
- Soba pad thai ($4.00)
- Vegetable curry ($3.50)
- Mushroom wonton soup ($3.50)
- Coconut cappuccino
Banlle Vegetarian Restaurant Menu
Address: Street 26, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Website: Banlle Vegetarian Restaurant
2. Sister Srey Cafe
This social enterprise gives you delicious food while giving back to the community. I wish every business was as conscious as this one! The food is fresh, local, and delicious. Don’t forget to try a coffee or latte to keep you fuelled for the rest of your day.
What Makes Sister Srey Cafe Special?
- Organic, fresh food that’s vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free friendly
- All their suppliers support the community
- 90% of their waste is composted or recycled
- They support staff through university and further education
- The staff are SO lovely!
What to Order
- Sweet chilli stir-fry ($4.25)
Address: 200 Pokambor St, Riverside – Old Market Area, Siem Reap
Website: Sister Srey Cafe
3. Chamkar Vegetarian Restaurant
I was wandering around and hungry for dinner when I stumbled through a lively alley with a vegetarian restaurant. This menu was 90% vegan and SO delicious! The restaurant is easy to walk by but you should definitely stop and check it out.
There’s also a Chamkar House Vegetarian Restaurant with raving reviews. I didn’t frequent this spot but I can imagine it was just as delicious with a slightly more upscale vibe.
What to Order
- Cambodian curry ($5.00)
Chamkar Vegetarian Restaurant Menu
Address: Alley W, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Website: Chamkar Vegetarian Restaurant on Tripadvisor
4. Lily’s Secret Garden Restaurant
A secret garden? This was my kind of place. It wasn’t as much of a secret garden as Banlle, however, it was a quaint and charming place with delicious Khmer cuisine. The Tuk Tuk driver had a difficult time finding this spot, so I used my pre-saved offline map on MAPS.ME to direct us there.
You can book cooking classes here and learn how to make traditional Khmer cuisine. The staff were incredibly friendly and the menu is extremely affordable. I made the mistake of ordering two meals, Vegan Noodle Soup ($3) and the Vegan Pad Thai ($2.50). Sadly I couldn’t finish my meal and would suggest eating one at a time to avoid waste.
What to Order
- Fresh (or fried) spring rolls ($1.75)
- Noodle soup with glass noodles ($3)
- Vegan Lok Lak ($3)
Address: Street 22, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Website: Lily’s Secret Garden Restaurant
Eat. Drink. And Enjoy.
My mouth is watering. The food in Siem Reap Cambodia is truly delicious. I always recommend trying the traditional cuisine and opting for something new over your everyday lentil burger. Taste Cambodia in this charming city and enjoy your trip.
Please feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions and I’ll make sure to reply!
