Little Red Fox Espresso

Little Red Fox Espresso has been one of the fixtures of Siem Reap's coffee scene since it opened in late 2014. Its founders set out to bring Australian café culture to the town while giving it a Cambodian twist, and the result is a relaxed, design-conscious café that opens early in the morning.

Coffee is the focus. The baristas pull carefully made espresso drinks and also serve cold drip, a welcome option in the heat, and the café makes its own signature drinks, including its Hipster Lattes, whose blends are dried and mixed on site. The menu is short and simple, built around breakfasts and light meals; past menus have included bircher muesli, omelettes and homemade cakes. The café says it can cater for almost all dietary needs, and it even produces its own hot sauce, Blazin' Fox.

The interior is minimalist and calm, with music playing in the background, and it suits anyone who wants a good cup of coffee before heading to the temples or a quiet corner to plan the rest of the day. Solo travellers will find it a comfortable place to sit for a while, and couples will find it an easy place to start the morning. If you are arriving after an early sunrise trip, it makes a good second breakfast stop.

The café is in the Kandal Village area on Hup Guan Street, tucked behind Tep Vong Road, a short walk from the Old Market and the town centre. It combines well with a morning walk around the centre. Hours have historically run from early morning until late afternoon, with the café closing around 5pm, so it is a daytime spot rather than an evening one; check its social media for current times and any holiday closures before you go.

Little Red Fox is a dependable choice for coffee lovers who are particular about their espresso, and its long run since 2014 speaks for its consistency. If you are vegetarian or have allergies, mention them when ordering, as the kitchen aims to cater for most dietary needs. A cold drip to take away is a good companion for an afternoon in the tuk-tuk.