Food/Drinks: The Shack Wings were well cooked and seasoned (not dry or overly salty/garlicky, which can easily be the case). The pickled vegetables were a nice accompaniment, to refresh the palate between wings. The Seafood Noodles had a nice flavor to the broth; however, I ordered it with egg noodles, which I would have preferred to be a bit more al dente. Lastly, the Cambo Khrack Iced Coffee was pretty decent--the coffee taste definitely came through and wasn't diluted. Service: No complaints! Immediately attended to, upon walking through the doors. A few waiters constantly checked in on us, and one had an infectious energy. Also, appreciate the accommodation for our vegetarian friend, who had Tofu Fried Rice. Ambiance: Casual, industrial. Parking: Ample parking. Located in a plaza. read more

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Pros: -Happy hour offers GREAT deals on the appetizers -Speaking of appetizers, the beef sticks and chicken wings are DELICIOUS! seriously, the wings are always fresh and made to order with a great thin batter than crumbles as you eat it. -Amazing noodle dishes (highly recommend the student noodles and lot cha) -Service is always fast with this location -Many booth options offering a cozy ambiance to hang out and talk after enjoying a great meal. Cons: -Drinks are inconsistent with flavoring/sweetness levels. After trying multiple drinks during Happy Hours 50% off, I have just come to the conclusion that they're not worth it. read more

This has been on my bookmark for so long! Pretty sure this place replaced the OG Guppies We were in the area and I was really craving some Asian noodles and this was the perfect spot We got 2 dishes and an appetizer and we were stufffed! I was not expecting those portions. Very worth it for the price. I got their #1 Phnom Penh Noodles in a large so I can have half and half noodles! I got their thin rice noodles with the thin egg noodles with the soup on the side. It just hitsssss. The large is hugeee and super flavorful. I had to actually Togo this home cause it was so big We also got their Beef stew also in a large and got half large and thin egg noods. Super flavorful and the large is large. We also had to Togo this home too! The appetizer we got was their chicken wings and it was so crispy!! Loved their sauce and pickled veggies it comes with. Ate that whole thing up! Overall very delicious and happy with their portions. Highly recommend if you're in the area and not wanting India food read more

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The spiffier sibling to one of those OG Long Beach Cambodian restaurants. Nice to have this spot in Cerritos. Service is super friendly and the food comes out quickly even when the restaurant is full. We probably wouldn't order the BBQ beef sticks again but wow the lort cha was so tasty as was the mixed rice dish which was as delicious as it was pretty. We enjoyed our meal. It is a family spot and pretty humble inside. I do wish that our table wasn't sticky. The doors and windows could also use a good scrub down sometime too tbh. read more

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I'd never had Cambodian food before, so I was keen on giving it a go while in the area. Ordered a decent spread of food to share, includong Phnom Penh noodles (dry, soup on the side), Student Noodles, egg rolls, and Camboignets (cha kwai, but sweet). Also got a Cambodian fried rice to go. The Phnom Penh noodles and Student Noodles were tasty, huge portions and full of garlic flavor. The broth came on the side with huge hunks of meat, and was very rich and comforting. The egg rolls were nice and crispy, but just your standard egg roll. The Camboignets were a delight, nice and doughy, and similar to a French beignet. Had the Cambodian fried rice the day after, and it was decent, if a bit bland. It took a long time (30+ min) to be seated, but service was really nice once we sat down and the food came really quickly. I would definitely come early in the day and/or put yourself on the waitlist in advance, but overall, a solid introduction to Cambodian cuisine! read more

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The food here is very authentic! Love all the flavors and taste!! Highly recommend going here if you haven't yet! Service is awesome! 1 of my favorite dishes is Beef loc lac! read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Beef loc lac - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

Back at RiceString Noodle Shack and this time I switched it up for the rice dishes--and wow. The Cambodian Fried Rice came out glossy but not greasy, perfectly seasoned with that smoky wok hei aroma that hits right away. The Chinese sausage added just the right touch of sweetness and richness, giving each bite extra depth without overpowering the dish. It's comforting, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. I also tried the Bai-Mon bowl. I initially thought it would be more salad-forward, but it's actually a hearty bowl layered with proteins and fresh greens over rice cooked in chicken broth. That broth-infused rice makes all the difference--fragrant, savory, and balanced. It's a full, well-rounded meal that leaves you happy but not heavy. The only small downside? I arrived a bit late for lunch, so the in-house soup was out of pork bones. Still tasty, just missing that extra depth. Even so, it's an easy 5 stars. The food stays consistent, comforting, and crave-worthy--and the service remains just as attentive and sweet as ever. Definitely one of those spots that keeps you coming back for more. read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Cambodian Fried Rice with Chinese Sausage Bai-Mon Bowl - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

Nice, clean & cute Cambodian noodle place. Drove by any saw this place so stopped in to get some noodle. This place is quite nice with both indoor and outdoor patio seating. Parking is easy and plenty. Service is nice & friendly. Got seat right away in mid morning and the place has handful of customers. Easy menu and plenty choices. Got the PHNOM PENH house noodle (dry) special with bone/broth on the side, the meat bread, and iced coffee. The noodle is great, well mixed and tasty, the broth is very well seasoned and the bone (meats that is) very tendered and fell off the bone easily. The meat bread is great, big and tasty plus crunchy outside bread. Overall, great place, great noodle, great service and great vibe. read more

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First time visitors Located in shopping plaza - plenty of parking spots Indoor and outdoor dining, bar dining as well Clean with industrial elements, seat yourself mostly establishment until it gets busier? Staff all helpful, help take order food run clean Happy hour for select appetizers before 6pm but unsure of the start time Cambodian style food, along with drinks, noodles, entrees, a doubled sided menu with good variety! Definetly food on the sweeter side but provides plenty of condiments to add spice sodium etc Sharing yes for sure and leftovers absolutely Tried out the student noodles and RP bowl. Wasn't sure how to eat everything but I think that what made it fun trying the food as is, dipping, mixing, or eating things in a certain order. Fresh made to order, flavors did not overpower, broth tasted comforting and soothing, the giant neck bone meat was tender and the cartilage was soft and fatty in a good way, always nice to enjoy the extra marrow flavor For meats primarily saw beef chicken pork shrimp but look like online tofu was an option and combination of the meat also an option that would also determine a price difference Would certainly comeback to try more. Certainly family friendly, date night, solo dining, and group of pals hangout establishment. Lively quiet and comfortable setting. read more

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This place is so good. Must get the soup noodles with soup of the side so you get the huge pork bone in the soup. My favorite is the beef and beef meatball soup noodles. Also must get the student noodles. And of course gotta get the round bread! Perfection. Soup really hits. read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Inside - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

Oh Ricestrings, yep that spot in cerritos that has plenty of parking and seating. If you have not gone, you should definitely check them out. They provide a consistent experience with their signature soups and dishes to share with family. I will say it is much better enjoyed at the restaurant but if you can't make it up, they package it nicely for delivery. When you do go to the restaurant you'll find plenty of seats and quick service. I ordered for a total of $50 delivered to my door: two beef stew soups, 1 fried rice plate, cha-quai and round bread. Overall great deal and they're always made quickly. read more

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This place is one of my go to spot in Cerritos. The food here is really tasty and they have a variety of dishes to satisfy everyone. I feel like the service here is decent, just standard special. I do feel like sometimes the tables are a little dirty. I just knocked down one star because I don't think it's as good as their other location in Long Beach... I'd recommend trying the noodles dry you get a little bowl of soup on the side read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

This is our second time at this place and it is a solid spot! I love Cambodian food and LA area has a lot of good Cambodian food. We got the dry Phnom Penh noodles, number 2 kathiew, chow fun (mee kathang) with chicken, and their cha quay (oil sticks). Everything was good. The dry kathiew had good flavor. The noodles could be a little chewier. Just my preference. The kathiew and soup is really good. Has the authentic Cambodian kathiew flavor that tastes clean and light. The mee kathang was flavorful and not too sweet. Lastly, the oil sticks has a nice crispy outer layer with soft fluffy inside. My son loved it. We came for an early dinner on Sunday and joined the online waitlist so the wait wasn't long. The service is fast and the workers are nice. The restaurant is clean and casual. Definitely recommend trying this place read more

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Loving this spot! This is my second time here, and I really enjoyed my order. I had the garlic shrimp with pineapple on the side, it was delicious. The service was friendly and prompt. We sat outside and enjoyed the ambiance. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes! read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Garlic Shrimp - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

RiceString Noodle Shack is a staple Khmer-owned spot serving up some authentic and delicious Cambodian cuisine in the Cerritos/Artesia area. This spot is located in a plaza with a decent amount of parking spots. Wait times can get long fast, so plan accordingly to put your name down on their waitlist. Wifey and I stopped by for lunch around 12pm and it was about a 30 minute wait. They have a good amount of seating inside and outside on their patio. For their menu, they have a nice selection of appetizers, entrees, and drinks to choose from. I got the Phnom Penh House Special, wifey got the Loat Cha, and we got the Ho-ney Ho-ney and Sea Salt Cream Taro Milk Tea for our drinks. Overall, everything that we had was absolutely delicious. All of the staff here are very and friendly. If you are ever in search of authentic and delicious Cambodian food, this spot has to be on your list. There is a reason why this spot has over 1,000+ positive reviews! read more

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Stopped by for a quick lunch. In the many years I've been here we never ordered the shack wings. It's great! Crispy outside, juicy tender meat and just the right amount of seasoning you don't need any sauce (it does come with sweet chili). It wasn't busy when we got here at 11:30a but it must have been a lull between the breakfast and lunch crowds. read more

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This is basically Phnom Penh Noodle Shack's larger and modern location in Cerritos. I had been to the original spot in Long Beach which always has a long wait, but I'll be frequenting this spot more. Menu has all the classic Cambodian noodle dishes along with some more modern eats like their shack wings and egg rolls. They have a large variety of noodle and rice dishes to choose from, I love how you can customize dry or soup along with noodle type. My go to is the #2. Mo's Special with soup on the side. Their homemade broth along with the tender pork bone hits the spot especially on a rainy day. I'll be back here again! read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - ##2. Mo's Special Noodles, dry - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

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Food 5/5: Great options, fresh ingredients, love every dish. Honestly reminds me of my parents cooking! Quick home cook meal fix! Service 5/5: Staff is great, extremely quick and very friendly. Ambiance 5/5: Nice space, great parking. Seating inside and out, good for large parties as well. read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

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I've been here a few times and each time, I try to order something different. For some reason, loat cha always makes it into the order. Well, that's because it's delicious of course. Everything I've had though, honestly hasn't disappointed. The place is not huge, but good enough for smaller groups. We actually had, I think 12 and we were able to be seated outside with enough space. They have a big menu, so I think you would find at least something for everyone to enjoy. Food comes out in a timely manner and again the food is good! Must try! read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Hainan Chicken and Loat Cha - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

Food: Food is delicious. My go to meal there is the hainan chicken and it comes with three different sauces. It comes with fish sauce, a dark sauce, and ginger suace. I like having the extra ginger sauces and its one of my favorite. It is not too strong which i love. The hainan chicken is nice, tender and soft and I would recommend asking the server to get the rice flavored (chicken flavored). It taste a lot better instead of plain white rice. I love getting their thai tea as well. Service: No complaints, service is very friendly, nice, and quick Ambiance: Clean, small, and cute I would come back here and bring friends along with me to try this place out. read more

Second time eating here and it's been great so far. Prefer Cambodian Hu Tieu over the Vietnamese style. It's a hole in a wall type restaurant; mom and pop shop. It's a bit of a drive from my area, but I totally think it's worth it. We ordered the PHNOM PENH HOUSE SPECIAL w/ soup & the MO's SPECIAL w/ pork bone soup on the side. Both dishes is a 10/10. The flavors, savoriness of the meats and the garlic oil hits the spot good. The pork meat is lean and not too fatty. It also comes with a side of steamed bean sprouts and pickled chili to add a kick to the noodles. There's various type of noodles to choose from, so try whatever you like. I recommend getting the Chinese donuts to dip in the soup too. It's game changing. If you know, you know. The service was good. We were quickly seated and our food came quick and steaming hot. Definitely will come back again with the homies. People come thru for some bomb noodles! read more

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First time trying Cambodian cuisine! Friends brought me to this location - a family friendly restaurant with ample seating indoors and outdoors. They have their own private lot but this restaurant tends to get busy. I decided on getting the Student noodles with beef; dry stir fry noodles with marinated beef. It comes with a side of soup with a pork bone which is only available to for dine-in customers only. It was so much food! With the beef stick appetizer, I could have been full just off of the soup alone. The noodles were simple but very flavorful. The beef was marinated perfectly and the pickled vegetables is a great palate cleanser. Although the place was very busy, we still had great customer service and our orders came out in a timely manner. I would love to come back and try more dishes but it will be hard to stray away from the student noodles. read more

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Most favorite items: The beef sticks and the hainan chicken. The beef sticks were well seasoned and grilled prefectly. This item came out last but you can tell they had just finished grilling them. A must try. The Hainan chicken rice came with a huge portion of juicy, chicken-y chicken if that makes sense (in a good way). We also had Mo's special which had pork beef balls with the pork bone soup on the side which was okay but not our favorite dish of this meal. The noodles were cold and pretty bland, def needed to add extra condiments. The broth however was fantastic. Porky and aromatic. Super busy with families on the weekend. Would love to come back. read more

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If you want a cozy bowl of soup on a cold morning, come here. They open at 9am, which is clutch. I stopped in before work and got the Fit Bowl, requested no noodles, add tofu. The combo with Chinese broccoli and shredded chicken was perfect. Warm, satisfying, and had me ready to take on the day. read more

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Cute local modern Thai food available here. Easy takeout here with fresh ingredients in this modern setting read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Shack wings and Thai green tea - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

My friend brought me here and was raving about it, he said it is one of his favorite places to have Khmer food. I always drive by here but had never actually stepped inside until today and holy smokes, I am so glad I did. The food was amazing! We were seated almost immediately and I ordered the three beef sticks plate that comes with rice and papaya salad as well as a small soup. Outstanding overall, but the tender beef on the sticks and the papaya salad were my favorite. And when I mixed them all together with the French style bread my friend ordered for us to have, it was insanely delicious. I am glad my first experience with Khmer food was here, I feel like it could not have been at a better place. Also, the service was on point, the two waitresses were so attentive, constantly checking on us and bringing us water. I love to see it! Cannot wait to return. read more

When the weather gets cold, there's only one place I crave -- RiceString Noodle Shack in Cerritos. My favorites are usually the garlic shrimp, egg rolls, and fried rice, but when I'm craving for something to warm my soul my go-to order is always the #1 Phnom Penh Noodles (House Special) with big rice noodles. The broth is rich and deeply flavorful, the kind that warms you up from the inside out. You get a generous combo of meats (sliced pork, ground pork, shrimp, and more), plus the big rice noodles are perfectly soft with just the right bite. The staff is always friendly, and the vibe inside modern, and relaxed. Perfect for a chilly day, hangover cure, or just when you need some comfort food done right. read more

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I will always come back to this spot for a taste of home. They serve the best traditional Khmer/Cambodian food for those times when you want a taste of home. These dishes are absolutely delicious and full of flavors that make you say "I should call my mom". I've gone here several times and love the mo's special noodles (soup in), chicken rice porridge, cha quai and the combo khrack iced coffee. They all tie in together for that home cooked feel with all the right add-on's and toppings to your heart's desire. The cha quai is great for dipping into both dishes and the coffee is strong and washes everything down perfectly. The service here has always been good for me and they consistently provide great service. They know they get busy so they work quick and efficiently while still being respectful and friendly. The ambiance here is nice. It can get louder as the restaurant becomes more busy, but that's expected anywhere. The parking here is easy as there's parking out front but also along the side and rear of the restaurant, too. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant and will gladly come back for more! read more

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Stopped by here for lunch and the food was delicious. Usually I prefer Teochew style noodles or Pho but for some reason I was craving Phnom Penh noodles and RiceString popped up. The portions sizes are huge and if you order the dry noodle, they give you a side of soup with a huge bone containing meat and cartilage. I opted to get the Phnom Penh House Special dry with small rice noodle. The meat flavors work so well together with the sauce they mix in with the dry noodle. Servers were friendly and attentive. For a weekday a little after opening, it got pretty busy after about an hour or so. read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

Second time's always a charm. I've had the hainan chicken, fit bowl and their spring rolls are the best I've ever had. I could probably just survive on their spring rolls alone; fresh clean, refreshing to the palate. Wait staff do get awfully busy so don't expect much. Just come, wait to be seated, place your order, eat enjoy and pay your bill- keep it simple. Family friendly with indoor and outdoor seating. The soups are definitely star dishes. We can't wait to come back for more. read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

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I really enjoy the food here, especially the house special noodles with the big, thick rice noodles and the soup served on the side. The food is always delicious, and the service is efficient. However, the environment is a different story. No matter what time I visit, it's never quiet -- which I suppose reflects how well their business is doing. Still, even during off-peak hours, the space feels loud and overwhelming. I think the real issue is the design of the space itself; it's noisy even when there aren't many patrons. Sometimes I feel like I need noise-canceling headphones just to enjoy my meal. Overall, if you're coming for great food and quick service, this place won't disappoint. But if you're looking for a relaxing, peaceful meal, it might not be the best spot. read more

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Food wise today was on par with previous visits. A huge however: came for lunch at close to 2 pm, which would have been just after the lunch hour rush , so many tables were unavailable because none of them were cleared! It was rainy so no outdoor seating was in use. On top of the dining area, the toilets were also extremely dirty. Both all gender restrooms were a mess: floors were wet with liquids of unknown material origin. No soap in one sink which was also dripping water. I was so disappointed that these expectations of bussing tables were not being maintained and cleaning not worked into the staff's schedule. Was the food still good? Yes : I got the regular rice porridge with blood cubes, sliced liver and chopped pork. Comfort food for a rainy afternoon. Fried egg rolls were fresh and crunchy, bread roll also freshly made. Hainan chicken is a large portion of chicken plus a side bowl of broth. That was most of the leftovers for today's dinner. We did get great service, and waiters came by a few times to check we had everything we needed. read more

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First time trying this place as it was recommended by my coworker. We tried the house special noodles, student noodles and beef sticks --- this was my favorite thing on the menu that I regret why I didnt get to go. Everything was delicious. We did come when they just opened but I heard this place could get busy and packed. Parking was great and the staff was so helpful about us asking questions about the menu and giving recommendations. Worth a try ! read more

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RiceString Noodle Shack is a hidden gem! Free parking is a big plus, and the food is truly authentic Cambodian cuisine. The servers were warm, friendly, and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The Phnom Penh noodle is a must-order -- it's clearly their most popular dish for a reason. So flavorful, comforting, and absolutely delicious. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. Highly recommend if you're looking for authentic Cambodian food with great service. I'll definitely be back! read more

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I went in with a party of 4. It was a packed house and there was a bit of a wait which was fine. We weren't told that we had to add ourselves to the wait list so people that came after us were seated before us. The vibe was chill as always, the food was good. read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Student noodle no bean sprouts. Pretty good. - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

I would like to start off by saying that all of my previous experiences have been nothing short of positive, so this recent visit was definitely a disappointment. I acknowledge that I probably arrived at a poor timing while the breakfast crowd that had been nursing their tables for an hour and made a mess have created a circumstance that led to poor table turnover, but they could have also done a better job at seating customers since there were plenty of empty tables. Not a big deal since it wasn't a terribly long wait, but it does suck seeing an empty bar seating and basically not being served. When I finally got my food they gave me the wrong type of noodle, but I was on a time crunch and in no mood to really complain so it's not the biggest deal. Rather egregious was forgetting the cha quai, and I wasn't going to bother asking for it when I finished my soup by that time anyway. When I went to pay and told them to remove it since I never got it, I didn't get anything more than a tacit acknowledgement. Seems like it's pretty normal to drop the ball. Overall it was an incredibly disappointing experience and maybe I can fault it to the weather and perhaps a chaotic escaping the rain for soup early morning crowd, but honestly, I'm probably the easiest customer as someone who's just trying to get in and out and even that was a whole unpleasant experience. TIP: Don't come on weekends. read more

Friendly service, and easy parking (got lucky!). Came during a slower time and got seated right away. The rice noodle soup was comforting and good, and the special menu with smoky beef had great smoky, bold flavor! read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

I love noodle of this place,have to drive 45 minutes to eat my favourite pot.Service is nice,only 1 thing today make me so disappointed coz I ate one bowl of noodles,also order #10. Beef Stew Togo but when I got home and check it out,the order still right on paper but that is meat ball noodles. They suggest give me free drink for next time but I really so upset coz I want my right noodles. read more

RiceString Noodle Shack - ee drink for next time but I still feel so so upset. - Cambodian Near Me - Cerritos, California

The garlic shrimp was delicious. Soup was good. Broccoli had zero flavor. Tasted like all that was used was water. I expected flavor and was disappointed. I couldn't eat it. The Cambodian beignets were a bit flavorless too. Very doughy. Could use a little work. But the garlic shrimp, I will definitely be back for. Regarding service, when I first arrived, I asked for a table and the guy told me "you can sit at the bar". I repeated (nicely) that I would like a table please s c he insisted that I sit at the bar. His coworker (a nice lady) let him know "table 15 is available". I was then seated at a table. I didn't like how my simple request for a table was ignored. I almost walked out based on that treatment alone. When I was finally seated, the lady made sure I had everything I needed. She clearly believes in excellent customer service / service recovery. The food came out fast and hot. I would give 5 stars but the flavorless broccoli and the guy cost them a star. read more

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Where to find a great taste of real Cambodian Foods.. I took other friends there to support my Khmer Food Community. read more

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