Jaan Bai Restaurant
ចានបាយ
A social enterprise restaurant run by the Cambodian Children's Trust, known for shareable small plates of modern Cambodian food.
The name means 'rice bowl.' Founded in 2014 by the Cambodian Children's Trust, the restaurant provides training and jobs for local young people, and part of its profits supports the foundation's programs. The menu is built around small, shareable plates that cover Cambodian, Thai and Vietnamese home cooking. About half the dishes are vegetarian or vegan, and ingredients are largely sourced from local seasonal produce. Frequently mentioned dishes include jackfruit bao, mushroom and eggplant dumplings, and corn cakes. It is on Street 2, beside Psar Nat market and within walking distance. Reserving is recommended at lunch and dinner peak times. Sources differ on whether it opens on Mondays, so check before you go.
Opening hours
About 11:00-22:00. Sources disagree on Monday opening, so call to confirm
Nearby sights
- Phsar Nat (Central Market)
- French Colonial Old Town
- Battambang Railway Station
- Battambang Museum
- Wat Damrey Sor
- Ta Dumbong Statue
- Phare Ponleu Selpak Circus
- Wat Kor Ancient Houses