Hikaru Japanese Beef Cuisine

Set in Phnom Penh, Hikaru Japanese Beef Cuisine has become one of the neighbourhood's dependable japanese food stops. It is the kind of place you end up returning to rather than seeking out once, and it tends to stay busy without feeling rushed.

What to expect

Expect japanese, steakhouse and japanese fusion on the menu. It sits at the upmarket end of the scale, so it works best for a treat or a special evening. Dishes come out in generous, shareable sizes, so a table of three or four can order a spread and try a bit of everything.

Where it sits

For context, Phnom Penh is compact enough that you can pair this with a museum, a market or the riverfront in the same afternoon.

Getting there

Most visitors arrive by tuk-tuk or ride-hailing app. Use the map on this page rather than the street address, and allow a little extra time in the middle of the day when the heat slows everything down. If you are coming from the riverside or a central hotel it is a quick hop; from further out, factor in traffic at the start and end of the working day.

Planning a visit

It is open every day. Cambodian kitchens keep flexible hours around public holidays and quiet spells, so a quick call ahead is never wasted, especially for dinner. One to keep on the list for your next trip across town.