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Restaurant Scams in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Inflated bills, hidden charges, tourist menus, and food service tricks. Below are the restaurant scams scams reported in Phnom Penh — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Luang Prabang, Hoi An, and Koh Samui.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Restaurant Scams Scams
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Total in Phnom Penh
How it works
Tourist-targeted restaurants near Tonlé Sap and in Toul Tom Poung add phantom dishes, overcharge for beer or spirits, or swap itemized bills with inflated versions before tourists review totals. Some charge per person rather than per dish without prior disclosure.
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10 total warnings across all categories