Jars of Clay Cafe
A welcoming Cambodian-run cafe serving Western and Khmer dishes, a social enterprise empowering women.
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Jars of Clay Cafe
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Must-see attractions
A welcoming Cambodian-run cafe serving Western and Khmer dishes, a social enterprise empowering women.
Generous Breakfast Portions
Visit during breakfast hours to enjoy their generous portions and good coffee.
Ask About Vegetarian Options
Don't miss out on vegetarian options; they are happy to accommodate requests.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Western, Khmer, Cafe
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+855 92 674 975
Address
HVJ3+F8C, Supermarket 1 & 1, Oknha Try Heng St. (2011), Phnom Penh 12411, Cambodia
Website
jarsofclay.asia/Highlights
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Generous Breakfast Portions
Start your day with incredibly large breakfast servings that offer excellent value for money.
Social Enterprise Mission
Dine with purpose at this Cambodian-run cafe empowering disadvantaged women through employment.
Delectable Desserts
Indulge in a sweet selection of homemade cakes, brownies, and slices that are a pasty paradise.
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Generous Breakfast Portions
Visit during breakfast hours to enjoy their generous portions and good coffee.
Ask About Vegetarian Options
Don't miss out on vegetarian options; they are happy to accommodate requests.
Bring Cash
Be sure to bring cash as credit cards are not accepted at this establishment.
Tasteful Give Back
Supporting this social enterprise means empowering at-risk women with new skills.
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Generous Breakfast Portions
Visit during breakfast hours to enjoy their generous portions and good coffee.
Ask About Vegetarian Options
Don't miss out on vegetarian options; they are happy to accommodate requests.
Bring Cash
Be sure to bring cash as credit cards are not accepted at this establishment.
Tasteful Give Back
Supporting this social enterprise means empowering at-risk women with new skills.
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Reviews Summary
Jars of Clay Cafe is lauded for its generous portions, especially for breakfast, and its mission-driven approach. Diners appreciate the friendly staff and pleasant atmosphere. However, some find the prices slightly higher than comparable establishments and one reviewer noted a disappointing feta and spinach pie.
"Third time visiting and NEVER disappointing! My favorites are the soups.. probably because I haven't tried other items. Courteous staff, beautiful ambience with even live Jazz (Saxophone). Great place for a family outing or just a date. Keep it up!"
Aminu Babayi
"Serving Great Western food up North of Phnom Penh. The only downside is that the pricing is a bit more expensive than other western food establishments. But the quality are great. Typical meals cost around $6.75 - $8 per meals. But u can have a cheaper options for cakes n coffee and side dishes. But most of the main dish are over $6.5, a bit more expensive than other western/modern establishment ($4.5 - $6)"
Yoshua Situmorang
"A hidden gem in the Sen Sok area. The breakfast portions are HUGE. They have good coffee and the service is fantastic. They have delicious desserts which I will definitely be trying next time. I’m so happy I’ve found a breakfast place so close to my house. They have tons of vegetarian options and they are happy to make an item vegetarian if it isn’t."
Claudia Telford
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jars of Clay is a social enterprise that aims to empower disadvantaged and at-risk young Cambodian women by providing them with skills and employment.
Yes, they have vegetarian-friendly menu items and are happy to make dishes vegetarian upon request.
No, Jars of Clay Cafe only accepts cash payments.
Diners frequently mention that the portion sizes, especially for breakfast, are very generous.
The menu offers a wide variety of Western and Khmer dishes, including soups, sandwiches, lasagnas, and desserts.
Yes, it's described as a kid-friendly environment with high chairs available, making it suitable for family outings.
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