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    Kway tiev Phnom Penh (traditional Cambodian noodle soup)
    Philippe D.

    A small corner establishment tucked away in South Philly, New Phnom Penh offers a small menu of Cambodian staples. It's most popular at lunchtime for their signature Cambodian noodle soup (kway tiev Phnom Penh) - which is indeed one of the best, with a flavorful broth (that is not overdosed on MSG) and lots of meat and goodies inside, and noodles cooked just right. We accompanied our soups with cha kway (fried dough) and egg rolls, however, these were a bit more disappointing as they weren't totally crispy / were a bit on the soggy side. The restaurant is quite small so would recommend getting there early (before noon) or anticipating a wait. Note that they are also cash-only. Thrilled to see the Cambodian community in Philly continue to excel and produce high-quality cuisine!

    Peter T.

    Had the wonton soup--super flavorful and comforting. Chill spot, fast service. Will come back for sure.

    Kuy teav Phnom Penh noodle soup (photographed by Dave Liao)
    Dave L.

    About time I post an update, eh? I've been coming here for more than 12 years, and they're still an amazing mainstay for me. Their kuy teav Phnom Penh - Cambodian noodle soup - is the first thing you should try. They also have a menu with other things. I've had their sour soup most recently. Friendly service. Still cash only. Get a num pao (bun) to go!

    Fried pork rolls
    Lana S.

    Found this place through Yelp reviews. I was starving and couldn't wait to eat! First I was alittle sketched out by the area. Really is a hole in the wall place but when I walked in it was filled with people eating away. I knew I found the place to go ! I sat down and order the fried spring rolls. Amazing ! Crispy and super flavorful. My mouth is watering just thinking about them. I got the seafood egg noodles soup as my entree. It was pretty good! Broth was flavorful. There was a lot of seafood in it. Yum. It is cash only. Good meal for a good price! I def. Want to come back one day and try other items :)

    #11 on the menu
    Ajia L.

    New Phnom Penh is in the heart of South Philly, tucked away in "Cambodia Town." This little store front is home to a family-owned business that has been around for years. The food is reminiscent of true homecooking that warms the stomach and soul. The store owner is a wonderful woman that impressively speaks, at minimum, four languages. She is always willing to answer any questions you may have. I love the dry noodles with soup on the side. It isn't listed anywhere on the menu, but the lady will know exactly what you mean. Honestly, I have never ordered something that I didn't like off the menu. Make sure you bring your cash and order the "yàuhjagwái" (fried Chinese dough) with your soup/noodles to soak up the amazingness!

    a variety of vietnamese food
    Lynn L.

    Small place, large variety of items on the menu. We ordered whatever looked good to us. Food came quickly, freshly prepared, soup was piping hot! Everything was deliciously made, we felt comforted Chu familiar foods and surprised by new flavors and textures! Will come back next time we are back in Philly!

    Monica H.

    I'm sure this place is great in the minds of those that know Cambodian food. Service was friendly and you know they normally deal with locals because nobody asked for a menu except us. I'll just make it easier. We got the #2 XLarge and #4 Large, spring roll and the fried dough. Now I'm sure to some people it's "the way" to eat the fried dough by soaking it in the soup. However, we don't like our fried dough soggy. You fried it, so let's eat it, crunchy? The noodle soup definitely has a distinctive taste.. A few hours later, I still tasted it in my mouth. The skin of the spring roll was rather thick. I would skip this. I know hole in the wall places has it's pros and cons.. But, how about making sure the cups or any utensils provided are clean? I picked up a tea cup and something was sticking to my fingers which totally grossed me out.

    Gerald S.

    What do you get when you mix a Vietnamese wife and chef, who spend many years in Cambodia, with a Chinese husband and entrepreneur? Neon Phnom Penh Restaurant on 7th and Wolf in deep South Philly, and some very good unintentional fusion dishes from that golden triangle of spicy cuisine. This small corner house with eight tables and booths has a cozy feel, from the wall art and houseplants, down to the Buddha shrine sitting on the floor with oranges in supplication. We ordered their spring rolls (3 for $5), beef with fat noodles, and beef lo mein. They were all good to very good, but the star of the show were the deep fried spring rolls that had a great rough texture and were filled with ground pork, veggies, sprouts and homemade sweet dipping sauce with peanuts chunks. They were nearly a meal by themselves. The fat noodles were also quite delicious with plenty of tender sliced beef, Chinese broccoli, string beans, onions, peppers, scallions and a tasty brown sauce that melded everything together. Liked this a lot. The lo mein was also good, but not at the level of the former dishes. It had an interesting, indefinable almost smoky flavor, with plenty of meat and greens, but not as scrumptious as everything else. We ended up taking half of each of the mains home with us, and one of the rolls, for subsequent consumption by our son. He devoured all this the same night, and claimed to like it all, while also questioning the ingredients of the lo mein and that somewhat odd taste. Still, a worthy stop in the heart of Cambodiatown. Plenty of atmosphere, and a friendly family team that spent more time that normal chatting with us about their lives in Asia and Philly. Good people with an interesting story to tell. Made for an entertaining and satisfying dining experience.

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    10/10 Place for a really great meal. All their prices are super reasonable and the food is delicious.

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    This is my go to local spot for Cambodian & Vietnamese dishes. Love it here, what a gem!

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    Mawn

    4.7
    (262 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Absolutely amazing and absolutely worth the hype!!! The dishes are so unique and the flavors are…read moresomething you don't get elsewhere unless you grew up around a Cambodian household. The flavors are so elevated and there isn't a restaurant that you can compare. I've been there twice and tried to get different things off the menu each time and everything hits. There honestly was not one thing we didn't. I also love that it's still a BYOB. If it is your first time, they do have a tasting menu but it's so nice and flexible because if there's something on the menu that you really want to try in the category, you have the option to pick that. Or you can just be surprised !

    Reservation via opentable. Difficult to get. Opens noon on first month…read more Service was friendly. Can always ask for recs. The interior was small and intimate. Green Thai Tea - Very fragrant. Not overly sugary. Grilled saht koh - juicy. Cooked nicely. One piece. Nice char. Comes w radish Mahope Samut - scallops are cooked well. Nice sear. Curry rich in flavor - a little too much in my opinion. Came with a red thai chili pepper on top so a little kick Head on shrimp - a must get for the apps. No picking required. Eat it full on. I never ate head of shrimp prior. No regrets and would go for multiple Banh Chow Salad - a little too much mint, the dressing is really tangy which I really enjoyed Khao soi noodles - rich, creamy. Not overpowering. Nice crunch from the fried ramen and has a hint of spicyness that pleasant and not overbearing. Duck noodles - cold noodles, strong in pb. Not something I necessarily enjoyed All star fried rice - Seafood cooked nicely, it has 2 pieces of scallops and one uni on top. Flavorful. Like the flavors. The sauce on the side isnt spicy at all - more like a sweet chili. Best main of the bunch I tried. Would get again

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    Banh chow salad (served with shrimp and chicken however, we 86ed the shrimp)
    Banh chow salad (served with shrimp and chicken however, we 86ed the shrimp)
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    Heng Seng Restaurant

    Heng Seng Restaurant

    4.6
    (32 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $

    Delicious option for kuy teav[1] - Cambodian noodle soup - and they're open early (9am)! Besides…read morenoodles, try their special fried rice, it comes with all the proteins, including savory beef. Full of locals. Bring headphones if you're easily triggered: a dude answered two calls while I was there, and when he wasn't talking on the phone, he was endlessly on the TikTok. When he left, it was blessedly quiet except for noodle slurps. Quick service. Last I was here, the server was busy. When she had a moment, I left my seat to pay her early. When I got back to my table, my bowl was gone. :( On the bright side, there was very little left, but I was hoping to savor it... :D Limited seating. Cash only. There's a TV. (Thanks to whoever put the BBC on!) Warning: In the men's bathroom, the hot water can get extremely hot. [1] Anyone who knows me knows that I'm extremely loyal to a different kuy teav restaurant - this is my backup kuy teav spot.

    Not sure what all the hype is about, but I won't be coming back for the following reasons:…read more 1. The place is very small, extremely crowded, and the wait is long. 2. The female server was very rude. 3. I found a piece of human hair in my dish and asked for a replacement. The waitress clearly didn't want to replace it and tried to convince me it was corn silk. Seriously? Do they think I'm a fool? It was obviously a strand of hair. I almost threw up. 4. The portion of the dishes is very small!! Not worth the price! I do not recommend this place.

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    Seafood Dry Noodles & beef fried rice. It comes with a bowl of soup on the side
    Seafood Dry Noodles & beef fried rice. It comes with a bowl of soup on the side
    Heng Seng Restaurant

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    Sophie's Kitchen

    Sophie's Kitchen

    4.3
    (171 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Finally got down to check out Sophie's Kitchen and my only regret was taking so long to get there…read more I cannot say I've had a lot of Cambodian food but I can say I've had a lot of good food and Sophie's kitchen delivered good Cambodian food. I appreciate how they could customize the spicy level on nearly all their dishes, so no limitations for you or your friends who might not be into spice. I had frog legs for the second or third time, this time fried, and yes they do taste like chicken. E3 (a sautéed seafood dish I won't attempt to pronounce) was amazing. I'd running it back in a heartbeat. Service is friendly. Prices reasonable. While the restaurant appears small, it is a bit larger than I imagined. Enjoy!

    I am not as familiar with Cambodian food but thought the food here was pretty good! I wasn't as…read moremuch of a fan of the papaya salad here though (tried the version with tomato) - there was a second version that I might try next time. The lort chha was tasty and the pin noodles were a new type of noodle for me - as a noodle lover, I enjoyed the chance to try something new. The noodles were chewy and soft. The chow ho fun was alright but I think I prefer Cantonese beef chow fun instead which has a bit of a smokier flavor to it. We ordered delivery so I can't comment on ambiance but our food was delivered quickly and well packaged. Interested in trying the beef skewers and frog legs as well as some other dishes that come highly recommended in the future!

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    Sophie's Kitchen
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    Somlaw Machu Kreong
    Pin Noodle Stir Fried Lort Chha/ Lort Chha

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    I Heart Cambodia

    I Heart Cambodia

    4.0
    (116 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Philadelphia was one of the main settlements for Cambodian immigrants during the Khmer Rouge era,…read morehence Cambodian cuisine became a local specialty. Since the famous Mawn restaurant was unavailable, we tried a more affordable, local option. Phnom Penh Rice Noodle Soup: At only $10.95, it included minced pork, sliced ​​pork, sliced pork roll, shrimp, and squid, all very fresh - incredibly cheap! The seasoning was light yet umami, with a bright and non-greasy aroma of deep-fried garlic and garlic oil - a highlight. The rice noodles were round and boiled a bit softer than Vietnamese pho. I found it similar to Fuzhou-style Laohua撈化 (rice vermicelli soup), but with more flavor; my friend described it as a "thinner version of Chaoshan-style kueh teow粿條 soup," which is quite apt. Since it was my first time eating Cambodian food, it's hard to say whether it was good or bad, but my Cantonese stomach thoroughly enjoyed it.

    Wow, the food was truly authentic. You could tell the owners/cook loves what they do. Hubs is…read moreCambodian, so he knows true authenticity. We tried a bunch of dishes like whole fish, long bean salad with beef, prahok, sour soup (green), and more. Everything we had was delicious. The whole fried fish was light and so tasty. The soup was definitely one of my favorites. Loaded with beef and perfect with all the other dishes. The bean salad could have used a bit more of the sauce, but it was still good. I will be back, for sure!

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    Papaya salad and fried quail
    Papaya salad and fried quail
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    Southeast Asian Market

    Southeast Asian Market

    4.7
    (42 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    I have been following Ca's Tra on Instagram and specifically went today to get their Milk Tea - we…read moregot the Ca's Special Milk Tea and The Creme Brulee Roasted Coconut Milk Tea (today's special) - both were phenomenal! Definitely get their Ca's Special, it is loaded with fun colored jellies, boba and flan! We also stopped by at a Thai vendor to get the Khao Soi. The broth was rich and flavorful, the fried egg noodles were fresh and crispy and the meat was perfectly cooked. This weekend market is a must if you are in Philly between April to October.

    Woo, where to start with Southeast Asian Market? We came by with a large group today, since some…read morefriends were visiting from out of town. Stalls were packed but certainly not the worst. Things will definitely get a lot busier as the season goes on. Frankly you can't really go wrong with anything here, so I just wanted to leave some best practices as someone who's iterated a few times here: - If getting skewered meat/papaya salad, just get it at whichever booth has the shortest line with what you want (and if you don't want anything in particular, just hop in the shortest line). There might be a slight difference between stands, but since it's so common, you can't really go wrong with anyone who sells. - Stir Fry Noodle Lady! Grab the chive cakes on the side too. - Skip the sugar cane and go for the simpler drinks on the menu. Passionfruit, lime honey, and things like that will be much more refreshing. - Bring a picnic blanket, as there's plenty of space to gather and eat adjacent to the booths, and you'll avoid eating on your feet all the time. Make sure to bring cash! Venmo/card is beginning to be accepted but may have a surcharge.

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    Assortment of Grilled Goodness
    Assortment of Grilled Goodness
    Southeast Asian Market
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    Little Cambodia

    Little Cambodia

    4.0
    (2 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $

    Little C. is located in the heart of South Philadelphia. It's pure Cambodian culture at its best…read more For the most part the people are very kind and peaceful. It is really a very tight and closed community. There's a temple of worship that was built by hand from the monks that reside there as well as the people within the community. Often you find families outside playing in front of there homes or in the park across the street. It's common for the locals to be grilling in front of their house and selling there food for a small profit. You will find the unique scent of whatever is cooking in the air all year round. On the downside it's very dirty. The sidewalks and streets are lined with food scraps and debris. It is not such safe place to travel at night. It is known to have gang activity.

    The corridor of 7th street between Oregon and Tasker can best be described as 'Little Cambodia.'…read more For those willing to brave the neighborhood, there's some secrets to be found here in the warmer months, May to September. The groceries in this area are cheaper than any place on Washington avenue and just as varied (if not moreso). The real reason to come down here is the street food. Anywhere in this area, but particularly along 7th between Ritner and Snyder, you'll be able to find street hawkers selling freshly open-air grilled beef and chicken at a single dollar per serving (two servings and some sticky rice for $2 for a total of $4 is enough for a meal). The best thing to try to get in this area if you're adventurous is the papaya salad from any of the hawkers (I prefer the fat lady at 7th just south of Winton, around 2130, I guess). In Thai, it's called somtam, but it is of Cambodian origin and called bok l'hong. Its hot, garlicy, salty goodness is fantastic at $5 no matter which hawker makes it for you (and it's prepared fresh to order by all of them, too). It's an enormous amount and really, it's enough for six people as an appetizer salad. Goes great with sticky rice. There're also hawkers along Moyamensing between 8th and 4th and around Mifflin Square at 6th and Ritner (NOT Mifflin, oddly enough) and they all carry the same sort of stuff. If you're worried about the area, there's a hawker on the south side of Jackson St near Mildred between 9th and 8th and that area's a tad less rough. I'd give five stars, but sometimes you'll venture here and find no hawkers. Their availability changes with the weather and on colder or rainy days, you'll find no one.

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    Beautiful architecture, temples, and statues line some of the streets of Cambodia Town on 7th st.
    Beautiful architecture, temples, and statues line some of the streets of Cambodia Town on 7th st.
    Little Cambodia
    Street food and fare is part of the traditional, culture-rich area Cambodia Town.

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    Street food and fare is part of the traditional, culture-rich area Cambodia Town.
    Nam Vang Restaurant

    Nam Vang Restaurant

    3.8
    (55 reviews)
    8.5 mi
    $

    You like Kuytiev Phnom Penh? You like Banh Mi Thit Nguoi?…read more Nam Vang has some of the best bang for your buck in both categories in the whole city. My oldest brother and my sister in law swear by this place and they're from the old country. I was born in the new country, not too far away on West Chew Avenue, and had been going to the attached market formerly known as Hong Kong Supermarket since the 90s, and Nam Vang is just as much the real deal for me. I usually go to South Philly for my Asian groceries, but I'm really tempted to start taking an extra five minutes of driving time, losing 5 minutes of parking time, and coming up here to shop while also grabbing a bite. The banh mi are well-filled with super creamy pate, crunchy pickles, jalapenos that are actually spicy, and the coarse ground ham and cha lua pork roll we all know and love - all toasted to flaky perfection. It's honestly in the running to unseat my all time faves at Cafe Saigon further down Adams Ave, and is comparably priced. Only $6 gets you one of the best sandwiches in town. And finally, the real thing you came for, the Kuytiev Phnom Penh, or as seen on Viet menus across the city, Hu Tieu Nam Vang. The broth is perfection. The combo of meats and toppings is comprehensive. The standard "pork three or four ways plus shrimp" combo has got everything you need. A squeeze of lime, some bean sprouts, and chili oil or pickled chilis gets you past where you thought you could go on Flavor Ave. Pho wasn't my first noodle rodeo as a kid. A big pot of Kuytiev was. And to be honest, when I was a kid, I hated flavor. Too stimulating. I was also much skinnier. I have the opposite problem now, but I legit regret every bowl of of my Aunt's home made kuytiev that I barely ate, back when my metabolism could handle more than one bowl a month. These noodles taste like a happy childhood. Or if you're less poetically inclined, they taste like some of the best, most underrated noodle dishes in all of Philly. Get some.

    I wish there're more meat in my Hu Tieu Nam Vang but it's pretty good. Not 100% what I expect a hu…read moretieu nam vang is but it cured the craving. The Bun Bo Hue is great too.

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    Nam Vang Restaurant
    Special rice vermicelli
    Special rice vermicelli
    Hu Tieu Nam Vang dry

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