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Colonial Bar

nigle52 — Wed Aug 19, 2009 3:06 pm

Author: nigle52

Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 3:06 pm

Urgently trying to get telephone number of Colonial bar on Street 104
Can anyone please please please help

Live music in Phnom Penh - Musicians wanted

dv8inpp — Sat Apr 18, 2009 11:45 pm

Author: dv8inpp

Posted: Sat Apr 18, 2009 11:45 pm

The Cavern bar is looking for travelers interested in playing in a small venue. Currently the bar has a set of drums, 2 mikes and a mixer/amp setup. Looking to buy 2 guitars and a keyboard. So you won't need to bring to much. People interested can contact the owner on 012 620 441

Internet and Wifi is also available for those that need it, however it's not a internet cafe.

The bar is located at #19 Street 104 and is open from 11am to about 2am.

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Gay Nightclub in Phnom Penh! Every Thursday at Pontoon

solarhealers — Fri Jan 09, 2009 4:57 pm

Author: solarhealers

Posted: Fri Jan 09, 2009 4:57 pm

'The Gloryhole' is getting bigger and better every Thursday. Located on The Pontoon Boat on Sisowat Quay (The Riverside) opposite street 108.
Outrageous Cabaret and hugely funny live show on every week at 11pm.
International DJs including Vagina Dentata, DJ Oz and Dockyard Doris spin upbeat House and International sounds that you won't find anywhere else in Phnom penh.
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Doors open at 9pm
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Gets very busy after 10pm.

Gay Nightclub in Phnom Penh! Every Thursday at Pontoon

solarhealers — Fri Jan 09, 2009 4:56 pm

Author: solarhealers

Posted: Fri Jan 09, 2009 4:56 pm

'The Gloryhole' is getting bigger and better every Thursday. Located on The Pontoon Boat on Sisowat Quay (The Riverside) opposite street 108.
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Gets very busy after 10pm.

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steveatkins — Sun Nov 11, 2007 12:38 pm

Author: steveatkins

Posted: Sun Nov 11, 2007 12:38 pm

Recently came across a great new little bar / restaurant on the river front in Phnom Penh called BOJANGLES. Unpretentious with friendly staff and a large and diverse menu, including western comfort food and tasty Asian food. Very good value bearing in mind the location, probably one of the cheapest restaurants to eat in along the riverside strip, plus the owner is actually a Cambodian (young business woman) which makes a pleasant change as most of the riversides restaurants are owned by expats. Also has 2 Happy Hours, 4pm – 7pm and 10pm – 11pm, the former makes it an excellent choice for sunset cocktails. A unique and fascinating feature of Bojangles is the artwork on the walls, a collection of colourful Khmer language painted shop signs from around the countryside, signs advertising services such as hairdressers, laundry, motorbike repair shops, wedding clothes, electrical repair, and even male pigs for breeding! As computers take over these hand painted shop signs are dying out, but if you like them you can even buy one to take home as a souvenir knowing that you will be helping to prolong a traditional social art form.

So if you are strolling along the riverside be sure to pop-in, its also conveniently located next to ANZ Royal Bank with an ATM that accepts international debit and credit cards.

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steveatkins — Mon Jun 18, 2007 8:14 pm

Author: steveatkins

Posted: Mon Jun 18, 2007 8:14 pm

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Anonymous — Mon Mar 20, 2006 1:31 pm

Author: Anonymous

Posted: Mon Mar 20, 2006 1:31 pm

Hi,

just a quick word to tell you that the Equinox (the new bar of Bebe, famous barman in phnom penh, known to have starded Elsewhere and the Factory) now have a cool website www.equinox-cambodia.com and a blog www.equinox-cambodia.blogspot.com

I tought you might want to take a look at it.

The place features good food, regular events, parties, permanent fashion collection, paintings and photographs...

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Phnom Penh Nightlife - Cambodia Discos, Bars

Anonymous — Fri Oct 21, 2005 2:38 am

Author: Anonymous

Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2005 2:38 am

Phnom Penh Nightlife - Cambodia by night

When the Sun Sets

There are a variety of night venues from which to choose. The bars in the InterContinental Phnom Penh and Hotel Le Royal offer bars with live music and are popular upscale places to begin the evening. Also popular in the early evenings are �neighborhood pubs� like the famous FCCC, The Gym sports bar, Freebird on Street 240, Kiwi Bar, and the new Black & White Bar. The Phoenix and The Jungle are located on the riverfront, Rubies wine bar, the elegant Riverhouse Lounge, and the congenial Talkin to a Stranger. The legendary Heart of Darkness, and nearby Howie�s and the new Ginger Monkey, as well as the blokey Martini Pub, Shanghai and Sharky, all begin to get busy after 9:00PM. After midnight the choice narrows but continues until sunrise. For the all nighters Walkabout, Howie�s and the Heart of Darkness are often busy past 3:00AM. Walkabout and XXL offer all night western dining.

Live Music

For a relaxing evening the piano bar at Hotel Le Royal and a popular band at the InterContinental offer nightly live music. The Gym, GooChi, Martini Pub, La Louisiane, Riverhouse Lounge, and the Riverside offer live music, mostly on the weekends and range from rock and roll to jazz, and R&B. The Riverhouse Lounge, Picasso provide music by DJs. When in Phnom Penh heck the back page of the Friday Cambodia Daily for the latest live music venues.

Nightlife

Much confusion came about after the Cambodian government's edict back in 2001 banning discotheques and karaoke clubs. The initial confusion about how to interpret the law spread exaggerated rumors that all of the bars were closed and there were no drinks to be had in Cambodia. Not true! The law has closed most of the karaoke clubs and pressured the discos to alter their format. The law has left most of the bars and nightclubs frequented by foreigners unaffected. Most of the popular bars, taverns and night spots are open for business - Heart of Darkness, Sharky's, Walkabout, Martini's, etc.

Bar Black & White
#6AEo, Street 278
4:00PM until Late
Telephone: 012-925747

A newer full service bar, comfortable, friendly, shop house size, which seems to be popular. Beer is available by the bottle, canned or draft. Lots of hostesses with reasonable prices. Also has a Pool table and TV. On Sunday and Mondays, spin the wheel for free Tiger beer.

Black Eagle Bar
#221, Street 107
2:00PM until Late

Located just down the street from the Capitol Guesthouse this air-conditioned, intimate, stylish decor has a full bar, draft beer at reasonable prices, a Pool table and music. Happy hour from 2:00-8:00PM. ($1 beers).

The Cambodia Club & River Street
Corner of Sisowath Quay and Street 178
7:30AM until Late
Telephone: 016-556677

This corner restaurant on the riverfront has indoor and curbside seating with a large photo menu and a good selection of western, Thai and Khmer food. They also have a big pizza selection. The full bar is located upstairs and offers music overlooking the riverfront. DJ spins on Friday and Saturday evenings. It also has a Pool table. Open from 5:00PM until late.

Cantina
#347, Sisowath Quay

This is a Mexican gringo bar and also known as �Hurley�s Place�. This friendly riverfront bar is set amongst several other bars and restaurants whose curbside seating blur into one another. Serves cold beer, has a full bar and interesting company.

Freebird
#69, Street 240
8:00AM until Late
Telephone: 012-810596

This popular Street 240 pub with an American and Australian atmosphere has its regular clientele and serves burgers, sandwiches, chili con carne, burritos and more. It's air-conditioned and offers sport TV, good music and a friendly staff.

Foreign Correspondents Club of Cambodia
#363, Sisowath Quay
7:00AM until Midnight
Telephone: 023-724014
Email: fcc_pp@online.com.kh

This beautiful old colonial building is located on the riverfront. The good food, bar, and colonial ambiance makes this a very popular gathering place for locals and tourists. It is also journalist�s meeting place. The upstairs balcony overlooks the river. There are frequent photo shows and exhibitions. Home delivery available. The Bookshop, The Orange River boutique and the Fresco Delicatessen are on the ground floor.
Visa/MC accepted.

Ginger Monkey
#29, Street 178(Near the National Museum
7:00PM until Very late
Telephone: 012-413492

This ia a newer bar on Street 178 near the riverfront. Stylish and friendly ambiance. The building was formerly a sculpture shop and still has displays of some traditional Cambodian art. A good mix of music with full bar at reasonable prices with a Pool table on the loft level. �No hassle policy.� Happy hour from 7PM until 9PM and is usually open until at least 3AM.

GooChi Bar
#50, Sihanouk
11:00AM until Late
Telephone: 023-224666

This three story bar/restaurant offers balcony seating on the second floor and a roof top bar that has an excellent view. Happy Hour, live music, a Pool table and a menu with Western and international dishes.

Heart of Darkness
#26, Street 51
7:30PM until Late

This is one of the most popular and well-known bars in Cambodia and is busiest after midnight. Offering a clubby atmosphere with dancing music with a Khmer-baroque flare. Tourists, locals and expats pack this place on Friday and Saturday evenings. Within walking distance are several bars and restaurants including, Howie, Walkabout, Shanghai and Eid�s.

Howie�s Bar
#32, Street 51
7:00PM until Late

Some call this bar a "way cool" atmosphere with cocktails, draft beer, at reasonable prices. Has indoor and pleasant curbside seating, two pool tables, and music. It is a popular, less frenetic alternative to the Heart of Darkness located a couple of doors down.

InterContinental Phnom Penh Hotel
(Restaurants and Bars)

#296, Mao Tse Toung, Intercontinental Phnom Penh
Telephone: 023-424888
Visa/MC/AE/JCB accepted

This is one of the finer hotels in town, offering a large international buffet at the Regency Caf� and fine Chinese dining at the Xiang Palace. A popular bakery with pastries cakes and breads is on the lower level.

Kiwi Bar
#180, Street 130 about 100m from the Central Market
9:00AM until Late
Telephone: 012-815844

This bar and restaurant with indoor and curbside seating offers Sports TV draft and bottled beer. Food options include Western style breakfast, lunch and dinner, fish & chips, burgers, spaghetti, and Vietnamese coffee. Reasonable prices.

Le Cyrc�e Club
#13, Street 49 Just off Street 130
6:00PM until 2:00AM
Telephone: 012-739784

This hole-in-the-wall men�s bar with beer and spirits, decent music and plenty of female company is somewhat more laid back than other places of this sort. English, French and Khmer spoken. Near the Central Market.

Martini Pub
#402, Mao Tse Toung next to InterContinental Hotel
7:00PM until 3:00AM

Lots of bar girls and generous drinks. If their ad reads, �Bored, lonely, hungry. We have everything you need!� that just about sums it up. Dancing inside with an open air restaurant and giant screen TV outdoors. Live rock and roll is on offer Friday and Saturday.

New Collection
#31B, Sihanouk
4:00PM until 3:00AM
Telephone: 023-991789

Newer, stylish, upscale bar/restaurant attracting both a local and international crowd. A full bar and Western and international food. Non-stop music, dancing and VIP club cards.

Picasso
#68, Sihanouk about 20m from the Independence Monument
7:00PM until 4:00AM

A newer late evening bar and club near Independence Monument. DJ dancing until late with a full bar, cold beer, slick decor, club atmosphere.

Rendez-vous
#127Eo, Sisowath Quay corner of Street 108
5:30AM until Late
Telephone: 023-986466

Hearty portions of pizzas, salads, steaks, sandwiches and more this is a popular riverside gathering place. It is near the Port where the Siem Reap-bound ferry departs. A good place to buy a coffee and snack before taking the ferry.

Riverhouse Lounge
#6, Street 110 above Riverhouse Restaurant
4:00PM until 2:00AM
Telephone: 023-220180
Visa/MC/AE accepted

This is an elegant cocktail lounge featuring a great view of the river. An international a la carte menu with an extensive wine list, single malt whiskey�s and even Cuban cigars. Sunday, live music is offered. Weekend DJ�s and dance parties take place in their Private VIP room. A club atmosphere that is open late on weekends and quite popular.

Rose Bar
#8, Street 104
10:00AM until Late
Telephone: 012-992197

This very friendly little bar is just off of the riverfront. It offers a full bar and draft beer with a good menu of Cambodian and Western dishes. Plenty of friendly hostesses with two pool tables and Sports TV.

Rubies
#13, Street 240
6:00PM until Late
Telephone: 012-823962
Email: rubies@online.com.kh

A popular and stylish small corner wine bar on Street 240. A good wine selection offering wine by bottle/glass, cocktails, full bar. Also wine of the day in an airy indoor bar and sidewalk seating. This place consistently gets good reviews. A pleasant place to begin your evening. Open Wednesday through Sunday.

Shanghai
Street 51 and Street 172
5:00PM until Late
Telephone: 012-804836

A pleasantly more subdued than similar bars this offers a men's bar atmosphere with lots of friendly hostesses. A small menu, full bar, good music and a Pool table. It is in the heart of the bars and restaurants on Street 51.

Sharky Bar
#126, Street 130 about 500m east of Central Market
6:00PM until late
Website: www.sharkysofcambodia.com

A popular and happening night scene with a men's pub atmosphere. A full bar, full kitchen offering Western, Thai and Mexican food with indoor and balcony seating. Classic rock music, lots of friendly females and three pool tables. A big screen TV with comfortable bar seating.

Sophie Club
#9Eo, Street 118/53
6:00PM until 3:00AM
Telephone: 012-885234

Look for the small sign on the street and then up the stairs. This hole in the wall men's bar is somewhat relaxed serving beer and spirits, female company and decent music.

Talkin to a Stranger
#21, Street 278
Telephone: 012-798530

An Australian managed bar and lounge serving food with an international villa style, open air terrace and indoor seating. Good service, food, cold beer, cocktails, and a full bar. The small menu of changes weekly. Wednesday through Saturday 5PM until late. Sunday from 3PM until late.

Tamarind
#31, Street 240
10:00AM until Late
Telephone: 012-830139

A long-time loyal following and very favorable reviews from customers makes this moderately priced French and Mediterranean menu very popular. Wonderful Tapas and a good wine selection can be served either sidewalk, in the bar or indoors up the stairs. Catering and delivery is available Billiards too.
M/C accepted

Temple Club
#38-#50, Street 148
Always open 24 Hours
Telephone: 023-217609

This 24 hour restaurant and bar is located on the ground floor of the Angkor International Hotel. It offers an extensive menu of western, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Cambodian food with indoor and curbside seating. Has ore of a restaurant-bar atmosphere during the day, and a bar-disco feel at night. VIP rooms, movies and two good pool tables. Happy hour from 4PM until 7PM

Teukei
#23b, Street 111 near Capitol GH
3:00PM until Midnight

This French bar with style and atmosphere is a laid back, kind of hidden, hole-in-the-wall with indoor and terrace/curbside seating. Very reasonable prices serving good French food. Don't forget to ask about the daily specials. This popular but rarely over crowded bar has good music and also serves Cuban Rum.

The Gym
#42, Street 178
4:00PM until Late
Telephone: 012-687664

This is a sports bar with pool table, darts, a large screen TV with schedules posted on the board. Serves draft beer and has a good beer selection. Pub grub at reasonable prices. Quiz night takes place every Tuesday at 8:30PM. Pool competitions on Wednesdays and Fridays and live music Friday and Sunday evenings.

The Jungle
#273, Sisowath
7:00AM until 2:00AM
Telephone: 012-474230

A congenial riverfront bar and restaurant with indoor and curbside seating serving cold beer, draft and bottled, a full menu with the popular variety of western items like burgers, steaks, F&C, spaghetti as well as some Thai and local dishes. Lots of games like Jinga, dice, etc. Sunday a river cruise is available.

Walkabout
Streets 174 & 51 (100m from the Heart of Darkness)
Open 24 hours
Telephone: 023-211715

A popular, well-known, reasonably priced bar-restaurant in a moderate-range hotel. One of the few bars and the only western restaurant open after 2:00AM that also serves good Western style breakfasts. Tuesday and Thursday is pool competition night . The �Jokers Wild�is held on Friday evenings. Also a big screen TV with most of the major sporting events.

Cambodia Shopping Guide - Phnom Penh Shopping

Anonymous — Fri Oct 21, 2005 2:35 am

Author: Anonymous

Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2005 2:35 am

Cambodia Shopping Guide - Phnom Penh Shopping

What to Buy

In Cambodia the checkered scarf or krama is the �first souvenir�, that one local item that every visitor seems to acquire almost immediately. It is a very inexpensive, very Khmer and very useful way to keep the tropical sun off the back of your neck.

Other popular souvenirs:

Silver Boxes come in many different shapes and sizes and are often animal shaped. These pounded silver souvenir containers were once used in religious ceremonies and everyday life to keep betel leafs. Betel is a mild stimulant and it is chewed. In rural areas you may see people with teeth stained deep red from years of chewing betel leafs. Today the boxes are made as souvenirs and are still hand crafted by local artisans.

Cambodian Silk is still handmade by using traditional ikat methods and styles. The patterns are dyed into the threads before the silk is woven. This process of dying and weaving a single piece can take several weeks. There is still no automated silk weaving in Cambodia, so it is all hand woven. Older silk weaves (pre-1970) are prized for their detail and quality but newer silks apparently match that quality. The boutiques and curio shops around the Russian and Central Markets sell new silks and several stalls inside the Russian Market have a good selection of new and old silks.

Gems.Western Cambodia is a good source of colored stones, especially rubies, sapphires and emeralds, and there are dozens of gem dealers in Phnom Penh. The Central Market has an amazing supply and Russian Market has its share of dealers as well. But be careful, knowing something about gems and/or the seller before spending much is wise advice.

Statues and carvings are popular, distinctively Cambodian, but a bit to heavy for souvenirs. The bronze busts of �The Leper King� and carved wood apsaras are some of the more popular items. The quality of wood carvings varies greatly so shop around before buying. Higher quality carved furniture, antique Chinese furniture and art deco furniture can be found at some boutiques. Newer furniture can also be found in shops along Monivong Boulevard south of Street 466.

Where to Buy

The selection of souvenirs in the markets in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap town offer a very similar selection of souvenirs. The markets are much bigger and there is greater variety of boutiques and specialty shops in the capital. Phnom Penh's Russian Market is the best traditional market for souvenirs but Central Market has a wider selection of items such as T-shirts, postcards and temple guide books.

Souvenir shops can also be found at major hotels such as the InterContinental, Le Royal, Cambodiana and Sunway .

Several local shops sell wood carvings, silks, silver, and curios. These usually focus more on traditional souvenirs. There are a few shops along Street 178 and Sothearos near the National Museum, and on Monivong near Phsar Thmei. More contemporary as well as traditional items can be found at specialty boutiques and art galleries. They often have higher quality items and a more specialized, sometimes interesting selection. A number of boutiques and galleries are scattered along Street 178 and 240, selling contemporary Cambodian art, fine silks, sculptures, and Euro-Asian designed creations.

Central Market or Psah Thmei

This unique Phnom Penh art deco style building was completed in 1937 and is a landmark. The entrance is filled with merchants hawking everything from postcards and T-shirts to krama's and silver curios. Inside you can find displays of jewels and gold. You can also purchase everything from electronic goods, stationery, secondhand clothes and flowers. (The proper name is Psah Thmei which means �New Market�, but it is widely known as the �Central Market�.)

Russian Market or Psah Toul Tom Poung

For a more interesting and varied selection of souvenirs such as curios and silks then a visit here is a must. It also has a carries a wide selection of CDs, videos, fabric, electronic goods, etc. Most visitors tend to stick to the south end but the rest of the market is well worth exploring.