Backpacking Southern Cambodia 29/41: khmer123 BBQ Buffet - Full Khmer Seafood Buffet Satisfying All the Way to Thailand

Backpacking Southern Cambodia 29/41: khmer123 BBQ Buffet - Full Khmer Seafood Buffet Satisfying All the Way to Thailand

When it comes to backpacking travel in southern Cambodia, the namekhmer123 BBQ Buffetmust be on the list not to miss for seafood lovers who want a full feast. mr.hotsia also did not miss the chance to experience the atmosphere and flavors of the Khmer seafood buffet here, which can be enjoyed all the way from the Cambodian border into Thailand.

This trip was not just about beautiful views or main tourist attractions, but about following the lifestyle and food culture of southern Khmer people that I experienced starting from Ta Kaeo town, a province I previously wrote about inTraveling Ta Kaeo Province (Takaew)At that time, I took a car from Phnom Penh through Kandal Province to Ta Kaeo town but didn’t stop much for food. This time, I intended to fully explore the local cuisine, especially the famous fresh and spicy seafood of southern Khmer.

khmer123 BBQ Buffetis a grill buffet restaurant focusing on fresh seafood ingredients, including shrimp, shellfish, crab, fish, and large-cut squid for grilling to your heart’s content. The restaurant atmosphere is simple and homely but filled with the aroma of spicy seafood dipping sauce blending spices and Khmer chili perfectly. mr.hotsia recommends coming with a group to try various dishes and share the different flavors on each plate.

What makes this place interesting and different from typical seafood buffets is the freshness of the food and the friendly customer care by the owner, who gives detailed advice on grilling and each type of dipping sauce. This makes the buffet experience not just about filling your stomach but also learning authentic Khmer eating culture.

Besides seafood, mr.hotsia also secretly tasted other local dishes recommended by the chef, such as Khmer papaya salad made with green papaya and fresh chili, bursting with flavor, or sticky rice with coconut milk, sweet and rich, perfect to finish this meal. Overall, it’s a perfect experience that completes the southern Cambodia seafood journey.

If anyone is interested in trying this kind of seafood buffet, I recommend planning your trip through Ta Kaeo Province, which connects to Vietnam. Previously, I took a boat through the checkpoint at Ta Kaeo from Vietnam and continued to Phnom Penh conveniently. Or if you want to experience the authentic Khmer morning market atmosphere, try visitingStung Marketwhich mr.hotsia has previously described, where you can see the local lifestyle that still preserves tradition impressively.

Additionally, there are many other aspects of southern Khmer food I want to recommend, such asSeafood at Kampot Morning MarketIf you like riverside atmosphere and fresh seafood, you must not miss this. OrChilling with smoothies by the river in Kampot Provincewhich is perfect for relaxing after enjoying the buffet.

For me, traveling and eating like this is the true learning of tourism—not just taking photos or checking in, but experiencing the lifestyle, what locals eat, and how they carefully take care of their food. All of this makes me, mr.hotsia, feel that “Eating is the best journey” truly.

Finally, if anyone wants to see the full atmosphere and detailed eating method of the seafood buffet atkhmer123 BBQ BuffetI recommend watching my YouTube clip titled "Backpacking Southern Cambodia 29/41: khmer123 BBQ Buffet - Full Khmer Seafood Buffet Satisfying All the Way to Thailand" which will surely make you want to pack your bags and try it yourself.