Siem Reap may be best known for its awe-inspiring temples, but the city’s nightlife offers its own brand of adventure. By day, explore the vast ancient ruins of Angkor Wat and the jungle-clad temples that exude Indiana Jones vibes. By night, dive into Siem Reap’s buzzing pub street—a place renowned for its lively (and sometimes chaotic) revelry.
However, while pub street is the heart of the city’s nightlife, many bars there can be underwhelming, with overpriced drinks aimed at unsuspecting tourists. Fear not! Beyond the neon-lit chaos, Siem Reap boasts plenty of fantastic watering holes that cater to all budgets and vibes.
Whether you’re looking for a chic cocktail bar or a casual spot to relax with a cold beer, here are eight bars that we recommend for first-time visitors.
1. Scribe Bar at FCC Angkor by Avani – Sustainably crafted cocktails
Located in the heart of Siem Reap’s old French Quarter, Scribe Bar at FCC Angkor by Avani invites guests to experience a world of literary-inspired cocktails amidst lush tropical surroundings. This al fresco gem combines the spirit of the Foreign Correspondents’ Club with an artistic approach to mixology, offering cocktails like the Khmer Smash and The Herbal Ink, each inspired by regional stories and literary icons.
With live music enhancing its riverside charm, and a captivating mix of local flavours and eco-friendly initiatives, Scribe Bar provides a memorable retreat for both adventurers and connoisseurs alike.
Address: Next to Royal residence, 32 Pokambor Ave, Krong Siem Reap 17252, Cambodia
Opening Hours: 11 AM – 11 PM (Daily)
Contact: +855 063 760 283
2. Long’s Bar – Cambodian-inspired cocktails & boozy ice cream floats
Hidden among a lane of shops in Duong Hem Street, Long’s Bar may not boast a big cocktail list but they do have a few options that hit the spot. For something fresh and tropical-tasting, go for their Ginger and Lemongrass Mojito or the Cinnamon Margarita. They also serve boozy ice cream floats for those looking to combat the heat.
Address: Doung Hem St, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Opening Hours: 5PM – 1AM (Mon to Sat), Closed on Sundays
Contact: +855 12 447 363
3. Laundry Bar – One of Siem Reap’s chillest bars
One of Siem Reap’s most relaxing spots to get a drink, Laundry Bar sports a chic, ultra laid back vibe fuelled with excellent music, dim lights and pretty decently priced beer to boot.
This humble joint regularly hosts local and travelling DJs, meaning that some nights can be beyond chill while others can see folks on their feet dancing.
Address: Krousar Thmey Mondol Village Siem reap, 17252, Cambodia
Opening Hours: 4PM – 3AM (Daily)
Contact: +855 17 843 428
4. Menaka Lounge – A cocktail bar hidden within a cafe (CLOSED)
If you’re looking for somewhere relatively upscale that embodies the Cambodian spirit beautifully, with a good array of locally-accented craft cocktails to boot, look no further than Menaka Lounge.
This cosy space doubles up as a cafe during the day, serving straightforward food offerings but wander up a flight of stairs and you’ll find yourself in a warmly-lit space oozing with chill vibes. The motifs on the walls pay tribute to nearby temples and the artwork represents the golden years of Cambodia’s art scene.
Address: 275, Street 2D, Mondulkiri Village, 17252, Cambodia
Opening Hours: 6PM – 1AM (Daily)
Contact: +855 89 696 789
5. Miss Wong – An intimate speakeasy oozing with oriental vibes
Standing as one of Siem Reap’s more popular cocktail bar, Miss Wong provides comfort and class in the form of its intimate setting and their array of elegant craft cocktails. Located along the notorious pub street, this cosy speakeasy is a great place to take refuge from the noise.
It’s interior is like a scene plucked from a 1930s Shanghainese drama but the drinks that they serve are anything but outdated. On the cocktail menu, you’ll find a repertoire of classics nuanced with Asian flavours. The bar also boasts an impressive range of home infusions and hard to find small-batch gins & vodkas.
Address: House No. 2 Road, Mondol 1 Village, 17252, Cambodia
Opening Hours: 6PM – 1AM (Daily)
Contact: +855 92 428 332
6. Picasso Bar – A lively, expat-friendly Bar
A bar located just off the Siem Reap’s thumping ‘Pub Street’, Picasso Bar is one that’s insanely popular among expats. The central bar is designed in a U-shape and guests are encouraged to sit around and engage in conversation.
Here, the mood is lively, the people are generally friendly and the drinks are very affordable. Happy hour is from 5 to 9 PM daily, but don’t be surprised if you find yourself lingering long after.
Address: House # 11, Mondol 1 Village, 17252, Cambodia
Opening Hours: 2PM – 2AM (Daily)
Contact: +855 78 272 440
7. Siem Reap Brewpub – Craft beer heaven
Cheap beer is almost as easy to find as a street touter, just head over to Siem Reap’s infamous ‘Pub Street’. But if it’s a quality brew with big flavour and depth that you’re after, the only way to go is with a pint from Siem Reap Brewpub.
The microbrewery has its own restaurant and bar where one can seek refuge from the oppressive heat and enjoy a cold beer in the process. The maestro behind Siem Reap Brewpub’s beer recipe is Singaporean computer-science-turned-brewmaster, Neo Say Wee, who pioneered Southeast Asia’s beer scene by opening Singapore’s first home-brew store for aspiring craft beer brewers.
Address: Street 05, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Opening Hours: 10AM – 11PM (Daily)
Contact: +855 80 888 555
8. The Angkor What? Bar – A place to get sloshed
Siem Reap’s notorious The Angkor What? Bar is one to visit if you’re all about revisiting your carefree, totally irresponsible youth. It’s a place fully capable of brewing an epic night, or one filled with catastrophe,
The Angkor What? Bar prides itself on being a bar that breeds bad decisions and irresponsible drinking since 1988. The atmosphere is as you would expect—loud and disorienting. That said, after downing a couple of beers and cocktail buckets, who’s to say you won’t be bouncing along to familiar club jams like a mad person too?
Address: Street 08, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Opening Hours: 2PM – 4AM (Sun to Thu), 2PM – 3AM (Fri & Sat)
Contact: +855 96 641 9002
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