UPCOMING EVENT
Khmer New Year Closure Notice
Please note that we will be closed from 13 to 19 April 2026 in celebration of Khmer New Year.
Normal operations will resume on 20 April for both lunch and dinner.
Phnom penh
Located in a peaceful nook on the well-known Street 228 in the heart of Phnom Penh’s bustling city, Cuisine Wat Damnak is housed in a stunning 1950’s built solid brick villa, originally designed by Cambodian architect Mam Sophana and elegantly renovated in 2020 by Ivan Tizianel of Asma Architects.
The restaurant accommodates between 50 to 60 guests, with a choice of seating preferences such as open-air garden, air-conditioned ground floor and first floor seating, as well as an elegant VIP room which hosts up to 10 people comfortably, for exclusive private occasions. There is also a discreet walk in wine cellar located behind the staircase on the ground floor which stores the house reserve.
LUNCH MENU
APPETIZER
ចៀនចួនត្រីកែ Pan fried kae fish, mushroom cake, calamari, caramelized ginger and fermented soybean dressing | 7 |
ញាំសាច់គោ Seared beef tenderloin and crispy tripes salad, cucumber, water celery, long beans and preah kamchat pepper | 7 |
ញាំខសាច់មាន់ Caramelized palm sugar braised chicken salad, pickled cabbage, puffed rice, dry shrimp and peanuts powder | 6 |
ប្រហិតត្រីស្លាតជាមួយបង្គា Fish and prawn cake, charred eggplant purée with chili, rice paddy herb, shiny cresson and pickled green papaya | 6 |
ញាំបាយឆាសាច់ទា Duck confit fried rice salad with duck egg, herbs, chili, peanuts and puffed rice | 6 |
ញាំស្វាយខ្ទិះ Crispy layered tofu, cucumber, mango and ambarella leaf salad, pandan and smoked chili dressing, coconut, deep fried shallot | 5 |
នំល្ពៅ ភ្លាខ្នុរខ្ចី Spicy amaranth and pumpkin fritter with mung beans, lemongrass marinated green jack fruit salad, herbs and peanuts | 5 |
MAIN COURSE
សម្លម្ជូរព្រៃឆ្អឹងជំនីជ្រូក Barbecued pork ribs jungle curry, Cambodian giant eggplant, pig trotter broth, spicy pounded wild eggplant and holy basil | 8 |
ប្រហុកខ្ទិះបួស Mushrooms and fermented tofu in “prahok kti style” with coconut, different eggplants, sticky rice and black beans, crudités | 8 |
សម្លម្ជូរវៀតណាមសាច់បង្កង Mekong langoustine sour soup with pineapple and cherry tomato, Lotus stems, herbs and cured egg yolks | 14 |
បឺហ្គឺរប្រហុក Minced pork, Prahok and egg with basil in a burger bun, charred tomato salsa, cheese and crispy beef jerky | 9 |
ស៊ុបស្ពៃ Fresh green peppercorn and black sticky rice stuffed cabbage, smoked garlic espuma, pickled cabbage broth, chrysanthemum | 8 |
ឡុកឡាក់អង់គ្លេសសាច់ថ្ពាល់គោ Seared slow cooked beef cheek in lok lak style, homemade oyster sauce, fermented tomato paste, free range eggs and Paulo potato | 14 |
ស៊ុបមីលឿងជាមួយបង្គា Pressed noodles cake, prawns, Siem Reap sausage, crudités, coconut and mild chili tomalley emulsion in bisque style | 10 |
សម្លប្រហើរននោងត្រីប្រម៉ា Tonle Sap croaker fish clear soup with clam jus, sohom leaves, Mushrooms, loofah, amaranth and deep fried taro | 9 |
DESSERT
សូកូឡាស ផ្លែស្វាយ និងការ៉េម Cambodian vanilla and white chocolate light ganache, fresh mango and sorbet, cashew nuts tuile | 5 |
ចេកខ្ទិះ ការ៉េមដូង Slow cooked banana with yellow bean and tapioca pearls, coconut sorbet and banana bread | 5 |
នំសូកូឡា គ្រីមផាសិន Steamed chocolate cake, Passion fruit light cream, Rice pralines and chocolate crem anglaise | 5 |
crème brûlée បាយដំណើបខ្មៅ Cuisine Wat Damnak’s black sticky rice crème brûlée | 5 |
Dinner MENU
Tasting menu of month
We don’t offer ‘à la carte, however, vegetarians and vegans are most welcome
Our tasting menus change regularly to ensure we make the most of Cambodia’s freshest seasonal produce and depending on the availability at the market.
*Please alert us in advance if you have any particular dietary requirements. Our regular menu may contain nuts, pork, or seafood.
However, because small amounts of garlic and chili are fundamental to Cambodian cuisine, we regret that we are unable to offer a menu that does not include those ingredients.
In addition, please note that Cambodian food contains fish sauce and other fish products in most dishes. If you must avoid fish, we recommend arranging in advance for a vegetarian menu.
TASTINING MENU 45.00 PER PERSON
Local sweet melon and rose apple salad, toasted coconut,
Indian mackerel floss in Malaysian style
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Black and white sticky rice cake, seared calamari, herbs,
toasted peanuts, maam and tamarind dressing
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Curry spices pickled chicken breast, winged beans, peanuts, carrot mochi, split coconut emulsion and deep-fried shallots
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Sesame and rice flour dumpling, slow cooked sanday fish, rice paddy herb, salted lime and seaweed condiment
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Mekong langoustine sour soup, crispy pork belly, mushrooms cake, holy basil, spicy pounded mushrooms
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Pan fry quail filet and leg confit, spring onion purée, ginger reduction and pickles, potato Paulo, watercress
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Cambodian wild cinnamon and Samai rum braised pumpkin,
caramel tuile and toasted coconut espuma
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Cuisine Wat Damnak ripe and green mango tart,
fermented Cambodian vanilla cream
VEGETARIAN TASTING MENU 38.00 PER PERSON
Red beans and roasted sesame hummus,
morning glory, holy basil and puffed rice vermicelli
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Seared cauliflower cake, rice paddy herb, Java feroniella dressing,
cashew nuts and cauliflower purée, green chili
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Crispy layered tofu, cucumber, mango and ambarella leaf salad, pandan and smoked chili dressing , coconut cream, deep fried shallot
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Spicy amaranth and pumpkin fritter with mung beans, lemongrass marinated green jack fruit salad, herbs and peanuts
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Fresh green peppercorn and black sticky rice stuffed cabbage, smoked garlic espuma, pickled cabbage broth, chrysanthemum shoots
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Mushrooms and fermented tofu in “prahok kti style” with coconut, different eggplants, sticky rice and black beans, crudités
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Cambodian wild cinnamon and Samai rum braised pumpkin, caramel tuile and toasted coconut espuma
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Cuisine Wat Damnak ripe and green mango tart,
fermented Cambodian vanilla cream
THE ULTIMATE TASTING MENU
Below is minimum required
4pax and 2 working days in advance
We are thrilled to introduce our ultimate tasting menu, designed for those who wish to elevate their dining experience to an extraordinary level. This exclusive menu is a testament to our culinary philosophy, where premium imported ingredients are harmoniously blended with local essences and creative innovation.
Each dish has been meticulously crafted to offer a unique journey of flavors and textures, promising an unforgettable gastronomic adventure. We believe this new offering truly showcases our passion for exceptional cuisine.
Reservation: must be made at least 6 hours in advance
For booking within 6 hours: you can call the restaurant directly or walk in without a reservation
LUNCH: 250.00
DINNER: 500.00
E-mail: phnompenh@cuisinewatdamnak.com
Phone: 099 358 520
All prices are in US Dollars (USD) subjected to 5% service charge and 10% prevailing government tax
In this respect, this restaurant does not disappoint. Food is elegantly presented and is tasty.
There are elements that perhaps fell a bit short, like the beef roll, which was stone cold and the churros with a very solid chocolate dip.
Nevertheless, there are highlights, like the Mekong Langustine which tastes so good and the prawn with corn cake.
Service is attentive and the wine is good. Worth a visit.
As it turns out, the food is absolutely brilliant and rather tasty. Most of the menu is geared towards vegetarians, which is quite lovely.
The menu is a testament to Chef Rivière's deep appreciation for Cambodian culinary traditions, utilizing locally sourced ingredients to craft dishes that are both innovative and authentic. Vegetarian options and innovative desserts further showcase the versatility of Cambodian cuisine, providing a delightful culinary journey for all diners.
We opted for the 6 and 8 course tasting menus, and it was an incredible experience! Each course was meticulously prepared and presented, highlighting the rich and diverse flavors of Cambodia. The locally flowered cocktails were amazing, adding a unique and refreshing twist to our dining experience.
Service at Cuisine Wat Damnak is impeccable, with knowledgeable staff eager to guide diners through the menu and provide excellent wine pairings. This restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking to explore the rich culinary heritage of Cambodia in a fine dining setting, promising a memorable and delightful experience.
Easy to make a reservation online and staff are very responsive when we needed to change the time of reservation last minute
Contact
Cuisine Wat Damnak Phnom Penh
- 29 Samdech Mongkol Iem St. (228), Phnom Penh.
Monday to Saturday (Close on Sunday)
- Lunch: 11:30am to 2:30pm
(last order at 2:00pm)
Dinner: 6:30pm to 11:00pm
(last order at 9:00pm) - Cellphone: (+855) 99 358 520
- Email: phnompenh@cuisinewatdamnak.com