Arun Mekong Guesthouse

The Shade Cafe & Car Wash is 80.5 km west of Arun Mekong Guesthouse — a short ride rather than a walk.

The Shade Cafe & Car Wash sits in Chamkar Leu District in Kratie, combining a small café operation with a car wash service. Inside, visitors find a modern, air-conditioned space with comfortable seating and a distinctive hut at the back furnished with hammocks. The drink menu centers on coffee and tea, with lattes appearing frequently in visitor accounts. The café also stocks a limited selection of packaged food items, though fresh pastries are sparse.

Visitors consistently praise the coffee quality and the welcoming demeanor of the staff, who have been noted for accommodating requests like providing wifi access. The modern interior and photo-friendly aesthetic draw positive mention, as do the reasonable prices—one visitor recorded a coffee at 6,500 Cambodian Riel. The hammock seating area appeals to those seeking a more relaxed setting. The main reservation most reviewers raise is the lack of fresh baked goods; several note that pastry options are minimal or appear stale, which disappointed those hoping for snacks to accompany their drink.

The café opens daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, making it viable for morning coffee or an afternoon break. It works well as a pit stop for travelers passing through the region, or for locals seeking a modern café space with sturdy tables suitable for working or meeting. Those primarily seeking substantial food should eat elsewhere, but it serves adequately as a drinks stop with basic packaged options.

• At 80.5 km from the hotel
• Rated 4.5 out of 5 by 35 travellers on Google

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Chamkar Leu District, Cambodia

Opening hours

• Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Sunday: 7:00 A

Restaurant 3 Chomnean is 80.7 km west of Arun Mekong Guesthouse — a short ride rather than a walk.

Restaurant 3 Chomnean is a casual local establishment in Kratie that serves Cambodian cuisine in an open-air setting. Visitors order from a selection of pre-made side dishes and can pair their meal with rice and cold beer. The restaurant operates daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, making it available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Guests consistently describe it as a good local option for the area. The informal atmosphere and ready-made dish selection appeal to visitors seeking straightforward Cambodian food without lengthy waits. Reviews are brief and positive, with no significant complaints noted, though the limited detail in feedback suggests the experience is unpretentious rather than remarkable.

The restaurant works best for travellers comfortable with casual dining and basic Cambodian standards. It suits early risers, as it opens at 6:00 AM, and those looking for a no-fuss meal in a neighbourhood setting rather than a tourist-focused venue. Go during regular meal hours to find a good selection of dishes available.

• At 80.7 km from the hotel
• Rated 4.4 out of 5 by 36 travellers on Google

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71, Chamkar Leu District 030206, Cambodia

Opening hours

• Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Sunday: