Artisan bread baked in the morning, fresh ground steak for $9 — Siem Reap's historic French bakery quite simply makes the best burger in town. The bread alone justifies the trip.
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Siem Reap's burger scene has exploded over the span of five years. What used to be limited to a few sports bars serving frozen patties on industrial buns has become a real little ecosystem of burger spots, ranging from El Toro Grill's $22 Argentine smash burger to the premium hotel burger served at Park Hyatt on house-made brioche buns. We've lived in Siem Reap for several years and have tasted every burger worth mentioning — from the tower-tall Australian burgers on Soksan Road to the social-enterprise burgers served by trainees at Footprint Café. This city is clearly punching above its weight for something you'd expect in Bangkok or Saigon, and this guide proves it with 15 hand-picked addresses, each tested and paid for out of our own pocket, with no sponsored placements.
We cross-referenced our experience with Google reviews (favoring spots with 200+ reviews or strong expat recommendations), the 'Siem Reap Foodies' and 'Expats in Siem Reap' Facebook groups, and the picks of long-time residents who eat here every day. The ranking relies on a weighted score combining Google rating and review volume — with adjustments for newer addresses with few reviews but excellent quality. Three categories cover every craving: tested and approved mainstream burgers, gourmet burgers for nights when you want to go all out, and cheap burgers that still deserve the name. Every burger was ordered medium-rare, tasted multiple times, and held to the standards a discerning burger eater expects in 2026.
For nights when you want to go all out: house-made brioche buns, premium meats, polished plating.
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The spots that have proven themselves. Quality buns, well-sourced meat, polished toppings.
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Honest burgers under $10, perfect for weekday lunches or tight budgets.
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Top 4 — Gourmet Burgers
For nights when you want to go all out: house-made brioche buns, premium meats, polished plating.
| # | Spot | Type | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Paris Bakery | French Bakery / Burger | $6–14 | (1320) |
| 🥈 | The Glasshouse Deli (Park Hyatt) | Hotel / Gourmet | $14–24 | (450) |
| 🥉 | El Toro Grill | Steakhouse / Burger | $10–22 | (1218) |
| 4 | Crepes & Co. | French Bistro | $8–16 | (520) |
| 5 | Mr. Hops Beer Garden | Brewery / Burger | $7–14 | (380) |
1Paris BakeryEditor's pick
Best for: Pain artisan & burger gastronomique
2The Glasshouse Deli (Park Hyatt)
Best for: Premium hotel burgers
3El Toro Grill
Best for: Argentinian-style smash burgers
4Crepes & Co.
Best for: French bistro burgers
5Mr. Hops Beer GardenBest vibe
Best for: Craft beer & burgers
Top 7 — The Best Burgers in Siem Reap
The spots that have proven themselves. Quality buns, well-sourced meat, polished toppings.
| # | Spot | Type | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Jungle Burger | Sport Bar / Burger | $6–14 | (2037) |
| 🥈 | Charlie's Restaurant & Bar | American / Bistro | $7–16 | (1450) |
| 🥉 | The Highland Cambodia | Australian Burger Bar | $8–18 | (1200) |
| 4 | Asana Wood Fired Bistro | Bistro / Burger | $9–18 | (980) |
| 5 | The Sok San Burger House | Burger Bar | $5–12 | (820) |
| 6 | Wild — Cocktails & Burgers | Bar / Burger | $8–16 | (2101) |
| 7 | Footprint Café | Café / Social burger | $5–10 | (650) |
1Jungle BurgerEditor's pick
Best for: Best burgers & sports
2Charlie's Restaurant & Bar
Best for: Smoky burgers & cocktails
3The Highland CambodiaBest vibe
Best for: Aussie-style burgers & rooftop
4Asana Wood Fired Bistro
Best for: Wood-fired gourmet burgers
5The Sok San Burger House
Best for: Family-friendly burgers
6Wild — Cocktails & Burgers
Best for: Burgers & craft cocktails
7Footprint CaféBest value
Best for: Social-mission burgers
Top 3 — Best Cheap Burgers
Honest burgers under $10, perfect for weekday lunches or tight budgets.
| # | Spot | Type | Price | Rating |
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| 🥇 | Sister Srey Café | Café / Burger | $4–8 | (1850) |
| 🥈 | Common Grounds | Café / Burger | $4–9 | (1100) |
| 🥉 | Belmiro's Pizza & Subs | American Diner | $4–8 | (920) |
1Sister Srey CaféBest value
Best for: Healthy burgers, café vibe
2Common Grounds
Best for: Coffee shop burgers
3Belmiro's Pizza & SubsBest value
Best for: American-style cheap burgers
Best Australian and mainstream burgers in Siem Reap
The Australian burger has become a Siem Reap classic, driven by the Oceanian expat community that's been here for years. The Highland Cambodia (#3) on Sok San Road serves the most authentic Australian burger in town — brioche bun, thick patty, roasted beetroot, fried egg, grilled pineapple, and melted cheese, exactly like in a Sydney pub. The rooftop terrace is a welcome bonus at sunset.
Jungle Burger (#1) remains the absolute reference with 2,037 reviews and a 4.7 rating — a genuine crowd phenomenon. The menu offers a dozen burgers built around a fresh patty prepared daily, with a fresh-tap beer list and several screens showing live rugby, football, and NFL matches. It's where the expat community gathers on game nights.
Charlie's Restaurant & Bar (#2) takes a more American approach with wood-smoked burgers, house sauces, and a serious cocktail bar. For something more relaxed and family-friendly, The Sok San Burger House (#5) offers generous portions, house-made fries, and quick service that pleases kids and parents alike. Wild — Cocktails & Burgers (#6) is the expat hangout in Wat Damnak: creative burgers and cocktails served in a string-light-lit garden, with a 4.9 rating on 2,101 reviews that gets unanimous community approval.
Asana Wood Fired Bistro (#4) adds the wood-fire dimension that brings that signature smoky flavor to the buns and grilled vegetables. Footprint Café (#7) deserves a special mention — it's a social enterprise training young Cambodians in restaurant work, and the burgers are as good as the mission is noble. Buying a burger here funds vocational training for the local community.
Best gourmet burgers in Siem Reap
For a burger that breaks the routine, Siem Reap now offers several gourmet addresses that rival the best burger bars in Bangkok or Singapore. **Paris Bakery (#1)** on Sivutha Boulevard is our absolute favorite: Siem Reap's historic French bakery has pushed its artisan bread craft into burger territory, and the result is simply wonderful. Buttery golden brioche bun baked the same morning, fresh ground beef patty (180g) cooked medium-rare by default, melted cheddar, palm-sugar caramelized onions, confit tomato, and arugula. At $9, it's the best quality-to-pleasure ratio in town — and the bread alone justifies the trip.
The Glasshouse Deli (#2), Park Hyatt's casual restaurant on Sivutha Boulevard, serves the most refined hotel burger in town. House-made brioche bun, Australian Wagyu beef patty (250g), aged cheddar, caramelized onions, confit tomato, and house-made sweet potato fries served in a paper cone. At $24, it's the most expensive burger in town, and worth every cent.
El Toro Grill (#3) on Street 08 offers an Argentine approach: double-patty smash burger, melted cheese on a hot griddle, chimichurri sauce, and pickled red onions. The meat is sourced from the restaurant's butcher and ground daily on site — the difference shows from the first bite. Crepes & Co. (#4) in The Lane brings the French bistro touch: beef burger with béarnaise sauce, new-potato fries cooked in duck fat, and a buttery golden brioche bun.
It's the spot for French expats who want to rediscover the codes of a Parisian bistro. Mr. Hops Beer Garden (#5) on Wat Bo Road is the perfect marriage of grilled burgers and craft beers — the selection of local craft beers (Cerevisia, Kingdom Breweries, Riel Brewing) pairs ideally with their double-patty burgers served with house-made fries and house barbecue sauce.
These five addresses are best savored unhurried — plan two hours and pair with a real pint or a glass of red wine.
Best cheap burgers in Siem Reap
Eating a great burger in Siem Reap doesn't require a big budget — in fact, some of the city's best burgers cost less than $10. Sister Srey Café (#1) on Pokambor Avenue is the people's champion with 1,850 reviews at 4.7 stars. Their black bean and sweet potato vegetarian burger has become cult-favorite among digital nomads, and their classic beef burger at $7 comes with a large salad and house-made fries.
It's also a social enterprise supporting Cambodian youth education. Common Grounds (#2) on Street 14 serves an honest coffee-shop burger at $8 with house-made fries and specialty coffee far better than most traditional restaurants. The wifi is fast, outlets are plentiful, and it's become THE spot for digital nomads who want a burger without interrupting their workday.
Belmiro's Pizza & Subs (#3) on Wat Bo Road is the American diner option: classic cheddar-bacon burger at $6, vanilla milkshakes at $3, and the atmosphere of a real 1950s diner with red leather booths. For very tight budgets, several Pub Street stalls offer cheeseburgers for $3–4 — quality varies wildly, the best being those that grill the bun in butter in front of you. The trick to eating cheap in Siem Reap: follow the locals and long-time expats rather than tourist touts, and always ask if the meat is fresh or frozen.
The real bargains are often in cafés rather than sports bars.
Best burgers by neighborhood in Siem Reap
Siem Reap's burger scene splits across several distinct neighborhoods, each with its own personality. Soksan Road has emerged as the mainstream burger hub: Jungle Burger (#1), The Highland Cambodia (#3), and The Sok San Burger House (#5) are all within a five-minute walk of each other, making it the best district for a burger crawl with friends. Wat Damnak is the quiet residential neighborhood where long-time expats gather: Wild — Cocktails & Burgers (#6) is its anchor, with creative burgers and cocktails in a garden far from tourist noise.
It's the place for a burger date night or evening with close friends. Pub Street hosts Charlie's Restaurant & Bar (#2) and Asana Wood Fired Bistro (#4) — convenient if you're combining burgers and nightlife, but be ready for the noise and tourist bustle typical of the area. Sivutha Boulevard is the upscale stretch, with The Glasshouse Deli (#1 gourmet) at Park Hyatt offering the city's most refined burger.
Street 08 hosts El Toro Grill (#2 gourmet), the reference for Argentine smash burgers. Wat Bo Road forms an interesting culinary triangle with Footprint Café (#7), Mr. Hops Beer Garden (#4 gourmet), and Belmiro's Pizza & Subs (#3 best value) — three very different addresses within 500 meters.
Pokambor Avenue (Sister Srey Café #1 best value) and Street 14 (Common Grounds #2 best value) form the digital nomads' favorite café-burger duo. For gourmet cooking, plan a tuk-tuk ride to the hotels or quieter streets — the investment is well worth it.
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See all restaurantsFrequently asked questions about burgers in Siem Reap
What's the best burger in Siem Reap?
Jungle Burger on Soksan Road is consistently cited as the best burger in Siem Reap, with a 4.7 rating on 2,037 Google reviews. Regulars love the fresh meat, brioche bun, and sports bar atmosphere. For something more gourmet, The Glasshouse Deli at Park Hyatt serves the most refined burger in town at $24.
How much does a good burger cost in Siem Reap?
A decent burger costs $5–10 at cafés and sports bars, $10–18 at mid-range restaurants like Wild or The Highland, and $14–24 at gourmet addresses like El Toro Grill or The Glasshouse Deli at Park Hyatt. Street food offers cheeseburgers at $3–4 but quality varies enormously.
Where can you find the best Australian burgers in Siem Reap?
The Highland Cambodia on Sok San Road serves the most authentic Australian burger with roasted beetroot, fried egg, grilled pineapple, and melted cheese — exactly like in a Sydney pub. Jungle Burger also offers Australian variants among its dozen menu burgers.
Are there vegetarian burgers in Siem Reap?
Yes, Sister Srey Café on Pokambor Avenue offers a black bean and sweet potato vegetarian burger that's become cult-favorite among digital nomads. Footprint Café and Common Grounds also serve excellent vegetarian options. Most other addresses can adapt their burgers on request.
What's the most expensive burger in Siem Reap?
The Wagyu burger at The Glasshouse Deli at Park Hyatt at $24 is the most expensive burger in town. House-made brioche bun, 250g Australian Wagyu beef patty, aged cheddar, caramelized onions, confit tomato, and house-made sweet potato fries. At that price, it's a complete fine-dining experience.
Do you need to book to eat a burger in Siem Reap?
Most addresses don't require reservations. For game nights at Jungle Burger or weekends at The Highland, arriving early is recommended. The Glasshouse Deli at Park Hyatt and El Toro Grill may require a reservation in high season (November to March).
Which burger spots accept credit cards in Siem Reap?
All mid-range and high-end restaurants accept Visa and Mastercard. ABA Pay QR payments are nearly universal in cafés and sports bars since 2024. Small Pub Street stalls only accept cash in USD or Cambodian riel.
Where do expats eat for a burger in Siem Reap?
Long-time expats almost never eat on Pub Street for a burger. Their favorite spots are Wild — Cocktails & Burgers in Wat Damnak for evenings with friends, Jungle Burger for game nights, and The Glasshouse Deli at Park Hyatt for special occasions. Footprint Café and Sister Srey Café are the favorite options for digital nomads who want a healthy burger mid-day.
Are there social-enterprise burgers in Siem Reap?
Yes, two social enterprises serve excellent burgers: Footprint Café on Wat Bo Road trains young Cambodians in restaurant work, and Sister Srey Café on Pokambor Avenue supports local youth education. Both have Google ratings above 4.6 and reasonable prices ($5–10).
What time do burger spots close in Siem Reap?
Most burger bars serve until 10–11pm. Wild — Cocktails & Burgers in Wat Damnak stays open until midnight or later. Mr. Hops Beer Garden closes at midnight. Cafés like Sister Srey, Common Grounds, and Footprint close earlier, around 9pm. For a late-night burger, El Toro Grill on Street 08 stays open until midnight.
Which neighborhood offers the best burger selection in Siem Reap?
Soksan Road is the main hub for mainstream burgers with Jungle Burger, The Highland Cambodia, and The Sok San Burger House within a five-minute walk of each other. Wat Bo Road offers the greatest diversity with Footprint Café (social enterprise), Mr. Hops (gourmet), and Belmiro's (best value) within 500 meters. Wat Damnak remains the favorite expat neighborhood thanks to Wild.
Are Siem Reap burgers safe to eat?
Yes, the 15 addresses featured in this guide all meet hygiene standards. Meat is fresh at the majority of mid-range and high-end establishments, and buns are prepared daily. For street food, stick to busy stalls with quick turnover where the meat is cooked in front of you. Avoid lukewarm burgers left under a heat lamp all evening.