Toul Tom Poung Food Guide: 20 Must-Try Restaurants in the Russian Market Area
The definitive neighbourhood eating guide to Toul Tom Poung: 20 restaurants, bars, bakeries and street food stalls that make the Russian Market area Phnom Penh's most rewarding place to eat.
Toul Tom Poung Food Guide: 20 Must-Try Restaurants in the Russian Market Area
Toul Tom Poung (known to most expats simply as TTP or the Russian Market area) is Phnom Penh's most culinarily diverse neighbourhood. Packed into a grid of numbered streets around the famous market, you'll find authentic Khmer kitchens, Japanese izakayas, Italian trattorias, European bakeries, and some of the best street seafood in the city. Whether you're a long-term resident or visiting for a week, this neighbourhood rewards the curious eater. Here are 20 places that define the TTP dining scene in 2026.
1. Trattoria Bello, Toul Tom Poung
Tucked on Street 460 just above the Russian Market, Trattoria Bello has built one of the most loyal followings of any restaurant in TTP. The Japanese owner brings an obsessive attention to detail to classic Italian cooking: the thin-crust pizzas are a local benchmark, and the homemade pasta, tapas sides like frittata and ratatouille, and solid wine list make this a complete package. Mains hover around $5–10, making it one of the best-value Italian tables in the city. Book ahead. It fills up fast every night.
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2. Elia Greek Kitchen, Russian Market
Ranked among Phnom Penh's top 25 restaurants on Tripadvisor for good reason, Elia Greek Kitchen on Street 123 is the definitive Greek address in the city. The mixed meat souvlaki platter arrives with homemade fries, fresh salad, and tzatziki that could hold its own in Athens, while the spanakopita and deluxe seafood platter (squid, shrimp, octopus) round out a menu built on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Generous portions, weekday lunch specials, and solid vegan options complete the picture. The cosy terrace is one of the most popular gathering spots in the neighbourhood.
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3. Eleven One Kitchen, Toul Tom Poung
On Street 460 just inside Toul Tom Poung, Eleven One Kitchen is the neighbourhood's standout for clean, contemporary Khmer cooking. The kitchen grows its own herbs and vegetables on the rooftop, avoids MSG entirely, and leans on farm-sourced Cambodian produce, an approach that shows in the amok trey steamed in banana leaves the traditional way and a beef lok lak with lime-pepper dipping sauce that holds up against anywhere in the city. Weekly-changing specials track whatever the garden and the market have produced, and the loyal local crowd treats it as a reliable everyday table rather than a special-occasion one. Affordable, thoughtful, and genuinely of the neighbourhood.
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4. Luigi's Italian Restaurant, Toul Tom Poung
Luigi's on Street 167 is the other Italian heavyweight in TTP, and it earns its reputation through quality and tradition. Hand-rolled pasta is the star (Sicilian casarecce, orecchiette, and a salmon ravioli that regulars rave about) while the wood-fired oven churns out Toscana pizza and other stone-baked classics. The mezzanine private dining room makes it a good choice for groups, and the seafood linguine is consistently among the best plates in the neighbourhood. A level above most expat Italian spots in Phnom Penh.
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5. Selapak Coffee and Eatery, Toul Tom Poung
Selapak (the Khmer word for art) was founded by Vireak, a Cambodian chef who spent years working and eating his way around the world before opening this modern-traditional cafe on Street 155. High ceilings, jungle-like greenery, and an extensive menu covering vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options make it a neighbourhood anchor. The avocado French toast with poached egg, balsamic, and rocket is a morning standout, while the raw berry cheesecake has a devoted following. Strong coffee and solid wifi seal the deal for the laptop crowd.
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6. Pinocchio GELATO, Toul Tom Poung
Pinocchio on Street 155 makes its artisan gelato fresh on-premise every day: over ten flavours rotating alongside Cambodian-inspired creations like durian and black sesame sitting alongside Italian classics like pistachio and hazelnut. Beyond single scoops, the shop does gelato cheesecakes, gelato sodas, gelato fruit shakes, and freshly made waffles. The pistachio and blueberry flavours draw the most repeat visits, and the pricing keeps it accessible for an everyday treat rather than a special occasion splurge.
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7. The Muffin Man, Toul Tom Poung
Rated #1 bakery in Phnom Penh on Tripadvisor, The Muffin Man arrived from Siem Reap with a simple premise: bake to Australian standards, use quality ingredients, and keep it personal. Owner Dieng Dorm trained under his Australian mentor and the results are clear: standout muffins, layered cakes, pies, and cheesecakes that sit alongside genuinely good coffee and plenty of vegan options. Located on Street 155, it's small, warm, and worth any queue you encounter on a weekend morning.
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8. An Tian, Taiwan Healthy Dessert
On Street 155 near the Russian Market, An Tian brings a taste of Taiwan's beloved dessert culture to TTP. The menu centres on traditional sweet soups and hot pot desserts: the signature sweet potato ball soup features chewy, slightly sweet balls in a warm broth that feels both comforting and light. With a 5-star rating across thousands of delivery reviews and affordable pricing, it's the kind of neighbourhood spot that flies under the radar for first-time visitors but becomes a weekly habit for locals.
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9. Toul Tom Pong Seafood, Street Food
This open-air seafood stall across from the Russian Market is one of Phnom Penh's best-known no-frills eating experiences. It opens around 5:30pm and sells out nightly: there is no English menu, the waitstaff speak minimal English, and you'll be seated at communal tables in the middle of the action. That's the entire point. Order steamed shrimp with tamarind, grilled oysters with chili sauce, salted egg crab, and baked fish, all char-grilled to order at prices that make the experience even more absurd. Budget $10–15 per person all-in.
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10. Piseth's Cali Burrito, Toul Tom Poung
A Phnom Penh original that refuses to be defined by its neighbourhood. Piseth's on Street 430 builds California-style burritos to a formula that has earned a fierce following: carne asada or chicken, crispy golden fries inside the wrap, guacamole, melted cheese, sour cream, and house pico de gallo, all in a grilled tortilla. Small burritos run $4, large $6. Add the french fries for a dollar. The quesadillas, nachos, and fajitas round out a tight, well-executed menu that does one thing and does it better than anywhere else in the city.
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11. Chezshige x Strawberry Farm, Toul Tom Poung
One of TTP's most photographed spots, Chezshige x Strawberry Farm on Street 460 is a Japanese patisserie that takes its craft seriously. The matcha powder comes directly from Kyoto, the strawberry Basque cheesecake has become a neighbourhood icon, and the cream puffs (light, airy, and perfectly portioned) keep regulars coming back weekly. Dark chocolate tarts, homemade caramel pudding, strawberry/Nutella crepes, and fresh coffee round out the menu. The kind of place that makes Phnom Penh's café scene look world-class.
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12. Waffle Magic, Toul Tom Poung
On Street 155, Waffle Magic carved out a loyal audience by treating the waffle with the seriousness it deserves. The menu splits between savoury and sweet: on the savoury side, Cambodian-spiced pulled pork with burnt sugar sauce and bacon-and-egg waffles stand out; on the sweet side, apple cinnamon with salted caramel and lemon curd with banana walnut show real thought. Belgian-style ice cream, waffle dogs, hot chocolate, and a build-your-own option complete the picture. A neighbourhood staple that earns its reputation.
Note: Waffle Magic is currently closed for kitchen renovations: check before making the trip.
13. Sumi LaB, Toul Tom Poung
Tucked on Street 464 in TTP1, Sumi LaB delivers a refined Japanese izakaya experience in a space that punches above its neighbourhood pricing. The menu covers sushi, grilled dishes, and creative small plates (reviewers single out the oysters, simmered snail, and octopus as standouts), all ordered via QR code from a warm, well-lit interior. Affordable drinks and a relaxed pace make it ideal for long evenings. Book ahead as tables are limited and the word has gotten out.
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14. PAPA PAIN, Toul Tom Poung
PAPA PAIN's St 163 outpost brings Cambodian-inflected French baking to the heart of the Russian Market strip. Baguettes emerge fresh from the oven throughout the day (still the best benchmark for a bakery in any city) alongside signature milk bread, raisin bites, and a rotating selection of pastries and cakes that satisfies both the early-morning coffee crowd and the afternoon sweet-tooth. Multiple branches across Phnom Penh have given it city-wide recognition, but the TTP location retains the neighbourhood feel.
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15. Bake & Bake Bakery, Russian Market
Operating since 2017 from its Street 450 address, Bake & Bake has built a reputation as the Russian Market area's most dependable wholesale bakery that also sells retail. The bagels are the headline act (dense, chewy, and perfect with any of the house spreads) while the steak and ale pie, pepperoni pizza, and chocolate brownies keep things interesting well beyond breakfast. A guesthouse upstairs means they have good reasons to keep the kitchen running, and the freshness shows.
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16. Romdeng Khmer Cuisine, Toul Tom Poung
The TTP branch of Romdeng sits in a garden setting on Street 460. The food is the main event: fish amok, tiger prawn curry, pomelo salad, and stir-fried Kampot black pepper crab are the Khmer canon rendered with genuine care. For the adventurous, the insect menu (crispy tarantula, red tree ants stir-fried with beef fillet) is the most memorable dining experience in the neighbourhood. Strong vegetarian options and an outdoor garden setting make this a special occasion choice.
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17. Sundown Social Club, Toul Tom Poung
TTP's best rooftop bar sits on Street 440 and delivers exactly what the name promises: a chilled, social space to watch the sun go down over the Russian Market rooftops. Listed on the World's 50 Best Discovery, Sundown has been a neighbourhood institution since it opened, and a recent change in ownership (now run by two long-term expats) has given it fresh energy without losing what made it essential. Cocktails lean retro and tropical (piña coladas, banana daiquiris, pitchers of sangria and boozy iced tea), the food menu hovers around $5, and the open rooftop terrace is the best vantage point in the area. Opens at 4pm daily.
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18. BÚN – Vietnamese Kitchen
BÚN on Street 123 in Toul Tompoung focuses on what it does well: fresh, clean Vietnamese flavours in a casual setting. The bún noodle bowls are the anchor of the menu, supplemented by avocado and cream cheese spring rolls, banh mi, xiu mai, and pho that reviewers consistently rate above most of Phnom Penh's Vietnamese options. Open 10am–10pm daily, it handles both quick weekday lunches and relaxed dinners equally well. For groups of 8 or more, call ahead. The space books up.
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19. Eggplant Bear's Kitchen, Toul Tom Poung
Eggplant Bear's Kitchen on Street 464 is one of TTP's most distinctive addresses: a European deli, bakery, and event kitchen rolled into one. The daily offering runs from whole wheat sourdough and pretzels to brioche loaves, cream puffs, layered cakes, and handmade preserves and marmalades that change with the season. The deli counter stocks cold smoked meats, fresh and aged cheeses, sausages, and pickles. The highlight is the Saturday brunch: a free-flow spread of sourdough open sandwiches, a main (typically Hungarian gulas or grilled meat), desserts, coffee, lemonade, and wine. A genuinely unique spot in Phnom Penh.
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20. The Wine Bakery (24 Hours), Toul Tom Poung
Street 456's Wine Bakery earns its spot on this list for sheer utility: it never closes. At any hour you can walk in for a goat cheese burger with caramelised onions, a caprese pepperoni pasta, a deli platter of Brie, gorgonzola, and coppa, or simply a fresh croissant and cappuccino from the in-house bakery (bread baked three times daily). The wine list runs 24-hour happy hours (two glasses, get one free) making it equally useful as a midnight snack stop or a long Sunday afternoon session with friends.
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Toul Tom Poung's food scene is dense enough that this list barely scratches the surface. Browse Vietnamese restaurants across the city or the full Phnom Penh directory to find the spots that match your mood, budget, and appetite tonight. Venturing further, our guides to the Daun Penh scene and Riverside dining cover the rest of the centre, or plan a full day with our one-day Phnom Penh itinerary. Carrying on south past the Russian Market, South of the City picks up the Factory creative campus, Ta Khmau and Choeung Ek.