The short answer
Simple Things: what visitors should know first
Yes, for a relaxed vegetarian meal in the Old Market area. HappyCow lists it as vegetarian, and the menu marks vegan choices. Check with staff about egg, and note the menu is mainly European rather than Indian.
Diet
What we checked
- Vegan options. The menu clearly marks vegan dishes, alongside others that are not vegan. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
Simple Things facts at a glance
- Location
- 54 Old Market Street, Kampot
- Dining style
- Vegetarian cafe
- Cuisine
- European and international
- Price signal
- Moderate
- Good for
- Vegetarians and vegans
Why it matters
Why Simple Things is worth your time
Vegetarian travellers often find it hard to eat well in Cambodia, where fish sauce and shrimp paste are common. A dedicated vegetarian cafe removes that worry, which is why this place matters.
It also sits in the Old Market quarter, so you can combine a meal with a walk through the shophouses. Check hours and menu before you go. Because the menu marks vegan choices, it also helps travellers who avoid dairy for health or religious reasons, though they should still confirm ingredients with staff. For families with mixed needs, a single table can often satisfy everyone.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Marked vegan dishes
The menu labels vegan choices clearly.
- 02
House-made coconut milk
Used in drinks and some dishes.
- 03
Coffee and smoothies
Good for a light break.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Order from the marked vegan options if you avoid dairy and egg, and ask staff how dishes are prepared. HappyCow mentions garlic cream pasta and raw mango cheesecake among the vegan dishes, and the cafe also serves smoothies and coffee.
The menu is European and international, not Indian, so do not expect thali or dal. Instead, treat it as a comfortable, familiar vegetarian meal.
As this is a mixed vegetarian-and-vegan place, ask whether eggs are used in baked items. Jain diners should note that garlic is used in some dishes and ask for changes.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Confirm opening hours
- Ask about egg and garlic
- Choose the marked vegan dishes
- Combine with an Old Market walk
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- 54 Old Market Street, Kampot
- Time needed
- 1 to 1.5 hours
- Best time
- Lunch or an early dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Level entry from the street and seating inside; the main concern is the heat, so choose a fan or air-conditioned table.
- Tickets and access
- No booking is usually needed. Opening hours reported by directories vary, so confirm on the day.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
Hotels near Simple Things
Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
Level entry from the street and seating inside; the main concern is the heat, so choose a fan or air-conditioned table.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is it fully vegetarian?
HappyCow lists it as vegetarian; confirm egg use with staff.
Is it vegan?
Not entirely; it marks vegan dishes on a vegetarian menu.
Is it Jain-friendly?
Not specifically; ask for no onion and garlic.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
