Honest verdict on Banh Chiao — good but not exceptional

Banh Chiao here was solidly made — fresh with lemongrass without anything to complain about. fresh turmeric was present and handled reasonably. But something was missing from the depth that this dish should have.

Cambodian cuisine shares roots with Thai and Vietnamese cooking but has its own distinct identity shaped by Khmer culture. The a Phnom Penh riverside restaurant atmosphere was pleasant enough. Angkor beer was available and a good suggestion. For a reliable version of Banh Chiao this works. For an exceptional one, I'd keep looking. Three stars.