Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant
Cambodian restaurant · South Side Slopes ·

Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

Cambodian restaurant · South Side Slopes ·

Cambodian-American cafe with kabobs, fried wontons, and moon sauce.

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1701 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 Get directions

$10–20

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Cash only
Street parking
Restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch

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1701 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 Get directions

+1 412 381 6199
cambodicankitchen.com
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$10–20 · Menu

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•Cash only
•Street parking
•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Cozy
•Noisy

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Dec 11, 2025

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Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

Sam S.

Google
Okay can I just say. Wow. Get the stew, first of all. Food i got was off the charts delish! The only reason I rated atmosphere low is because, it probably isn't really a place you'd want to go on a date or something. There is some seating but more of an intended take out place. When we arrived, so did about 10 door dash drivers, and there was a mother with about 4 kids and a dog waiting for their food, the kids were super loud and the dog barked, my fiance has a hard time with noise and nerves and we almost left, but so glad we waited it out! There was no wait for us to sit at a table, but there was a wait to get our order in because you order at the counter and they were handling the door dashers. Not the restaurants fault with the noise we arrived to, but if you go during a busy time, this may be the atmosphere you walk in to. In my opinion, food is worth the wait. The iced coffee is also deliscious, and the moon sauce with the cream cheese wonton. But listen, the stew. Just get the stew. Best lo main noodle I've had in.. possibly ever. The meat, as described, fall apart tender. The potatoes and carrots I couldn't get enough of, but the broth. Never tasted anything like it and I can see us coming back many times just for THAT STEW!

Erin S

Google
Incredible experience! It’s a small place with big and delicious flavors. The woman taking the orders is very kind. I got the egg rolls with moon sauce and the beef stew. Both were great, and I see why everyone raves about the amazing moon sauce. Will come back when visiting Pittsburgh again.

Babette de J.

Google
Ok... So I had a weird experience here... My first impression was that is was a messy room, awkwardly layed out, just one guy mowing down something with his head down. Such an odd layout. I'm in town only for the night so I asked what they recommended after telling them what I usually like. They suggested so many things and was confused so I just ordered the wontons as they suggested, the fresh rolls, and the surf and turf. When I saw that the surf and turf came with wontons I said I don't need to make a separate order for wontons but the person at the counter kinda insisted I do... Seemed unnecessary but I went with it. Now I feel sincerely duped. When I sat down at the table to wait for my order the owners young son came up to me showing me toys, which was fine at first but was being very pushy. I don't usually mind kids for a short period of time but this kid was far too close, so close he was touching while playing with toys and practically in my seat at one point without consent which is not ok. I then playfully asked if he wanted my seat, and told him that it was my seat. He eventually played a bit further away. I got my order pretty quickly and the kid opened the door for me and hugged me on the way out. It was kinda cute but I generally am not a fan of kids and it made me uncomfortable. I didn't want to be mean, I just left. It's not his fault, his parents didn't care at all. Not even a blink or a glance. I got back to my Airbnb and opened my order. The surf and turf was seemingly all turf. Not a single piece of shrimp or veggies as some pics I saw had. The rice plain and unseasoned. Very disappointing since the first thing I said to the staff is that I like big flavours. I guess the "crab" meat (probably that imitation stuff, seems exactly the same) filled wontons are the turf?? So cheap. They gave me extra "moon sauce" which they let me sample first and seemed ok but it seems like basic and cheap overly sweet teriyaki sauce to me. They said it was home made but I sincerely doubt it. If it is they could add some flavour. The wontons barely have any filling, and the filling was just your basic "crab" meat you can buy at the Asian grocery. Literally nothing else. They are greasy and just so very boring. I really wasn't in the mood for something greasy. Traditionally wontons are boiled or pan fried. What a disappointment. The fresh spring rolls were fine. Just lettuce and a couple shrimp, maybe a couple pieces of cilantro in each rolled up. No carrot, cucumber, or anything else you'd get anywhere else. The dipping sauce was your basic fish sauce and didn't suit it. It's meant for deep fried spring rolls. A spicy peanut sauce would have been much better suited. I had higher hopes for this place since local reviews were high but hey seem to be cutting corners wherever they can. Which would explain why it was so fast. Very disappointed. It honestly kinda ruined my night here. I spent $25 on this?? Ooph. What the heck am I going to do with all these gnarly "wontons"?? Heck, this sucks.

J L.

Google
I'm done with this place. It cost me $35 for chicken soup and spring rolls. Even with prices as high as they are everywhere else, you're paying too much. Last time I was there it took them an hour to make the food

Brandon W

Google
Got take out from here the other night, best food I've had in a while! The Caw Goh was outstanding! Plus on top of that, great service, super nice and friendly. Definitely should check it out if you haven't yet!

Black B.

Google
My boyfriend and me were visiting Pittsburgh to see some local sites and were trying to figure out dinner. We love trying new cultural food and neither of us had Cambodian food before. One, the owner/staff here are amazing. It’s a family run business and they made amazing recommendations and were so fun. Caitlin is absolutely awesome and we’d love to go see them again. The food was hands down some of the best we’ve had. I had the beef stew, the beef falls apart in your mouth and is so rich and fatty. Then with the onions and bites of cilantro it is so fresh. My boyfriend had the tilapia which was also so flavorful and fresh. We also had the spring rolls and chicken kabobs (get the moon sauce over top!).

Jaehyun L.

Google
Vegan option: Stir fried vegetables with rice or noodles (lo mein has egg though) Rather sweet but good tofu texture, not tough and chewy like many other Asian places.

John R.

Google
The best spot on Southside to grab some grub after partying the night away. The chicken on a stick with fried rice is legendary. The owner himself is a whole show. He goes all out to make sure you feel welcomed and takes care of you. He must been a former comedian because he makes conversation out of thin air with ease and has rapid fire comebacks for your replies. The food itself is a bit pricier but priced accordingly for Southside. You definitely get your money's worth with the huge portion that the food comes in. Some of the food is 💣💣💣💣💣 while some of the food is meh. I highly recommend the shrimp spring rolls and chicken on a stick.
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Daniel W.

Yelp
Very good late night spot! Chicken on a stick is the bomb! Please take time to visit the restroom to admire the poetry!
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Mark M.

Yelp
Two things must have: Seafood Wontons Shish Kabobs Both need to be consumed with the "Moon Sauce" The beef wontons Are also fire but i prefer the seafood. It really was as the guys shirt described "The Best tasting **ssy you will eat in your life." Service was fast and it's really more of a take out feel. There are murals on all of the walls which gives the restaurant a nice feel while you wait for your food. Definitely worth a stop during your next drunken south side excursion.
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Savannah R.

Yelp
I definitely keep coming back for the customer service. I'm giving 4 stars because I don't see the hype about the food tbh. I feel like I could get very similar food at any restaurant like this. But the customer service is wow 10/10. The girl at the counter recognized me and remembered my name after just one visit. She also remembered my previous order and applauded me for trying something new each time. She brought out some spices to me and explained how her mom grows/ferments these at their house and showed me exactly how to eat them with each type of food. She is very knowledgeable. I love being able to discuss things like that with the workers. I get to understand a little more about the business and it makes me want to keep coming back. Apparently it's great late night after the bars so I will give it a try late night soon!

Nik D.

Yelp
Amazing food. We order at work all the time it's so good. And the portions are so large, can easily get 3 meals out of one order!!! The shish kebab platter is my go to and that moon sauce is to die for. 10000/10 and will continue to come back!
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Julie Anna E.

Yelp
Haven't been here in at least a year- because unfortunately south side has become unsafe at night. But I used to love this after a night of drinking or just a late night craving. Soo good, so much better than just grabbing any old chinese food or anything similar. The food is great! They stay open crazy hours and sell the food outside sometimes. Big variety and really affordable. I like the chicken, rice, lo mein noodles, crab rangoons, etc. This is a true mom n pop shop- the couple who owns this restaurant is so kind!
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Ylreveb S.

Yelp
Cambodian noodle soup/w chicken AMAZING FLAVOR!!!!!!!Crab fried Riceeeeeeeeee, yes, yes, and yes! Best in da BURG.

Kendra G.

Yelp
Man o man, this has been my best meal all weekend since Visiting Pittsburgh! So glad I listened to the reviews. Fresh, flavorful, and an outright GEM!! I am savoring every bite! 10/10!!

alexa v.

Yelp
Not only did we have to wait for our food after EVERY person that entered after us. We ordered two separate items and only one was in the bag and not even the correct item. Food was mid at best- even the egg rolls were mid.

Maura F.

Yelp
The moon sauce is actually so addicting. I love to get some seafood wontons and fried rice with moon sauce. Absolute perfection.
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Maeve W.

Yelp
Favorite place for late night good food! The staff is always friendly and kind. Parking can be a bit rough but it is manageable! Overall my favorite place for a good, late night filling food. The seafood wontons are absolutely amazing, I highly recommend!

Nathaniel M.

Yelp
Hole in the wall spot, open late. Food is fresh and flavorful. Big portions, cheap prices. I love the noodle dishes and egg rolls. Highly recommend!
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Fox E.

Yelp
You have a great body, but is it worthy of a Webcam? If so, you have a "Cambod." If you're wondering who can hook you up with a Webcam, well... "Ican." What to get: Whatever you fancy. What else to get: Whoever you fancy. Located on E Carson St, the nightlife mecca of Western PA, and the street with the prettiest and bareliest-dressed boys... I mean girls... perhaps anywhere outside Florida and California. And I think the food is actually really good. I have heard from a number of people that this place really sucks. I'm not Cambodian so I don't know what it's supposed to taste like over in Phnom Penh, but I have to say that I found the food to be really good. It's a little pricy but then what else is available at 1 in the morning? There's a reason why there's such a long line here. There's a couple of good Gyros around here (cough Mike & Tony's cough), but if you don't feel like a Gyro, then why not come and try some of this excellent curry-ish deliciousness. The really funny thing about this place is the bathroom. You need a key for it which they will gladly give you - but it's attached to what basically is a lamp post. So you have to drag the lamp-post with you to the bathroom... it's hilarious. So why do people diss it? Not sure what the problem is really. I know what my problem is though. I'm attracted to cooking pots. I mean, I'm Pansexual.
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Ryan H.

Yelp
Came in for a weekend dinner and It was not too busy. I ordered crab fried rice and it was a lot better than i thought it would be! There was plenty of crab as well as pineapples and bell peppers. The serving portion was more than enough for two people. The flavors were all really good, sweet and savory. The owner came out and talked with our table a couple of times. He told us to try some peppers and they definitely had a kick! It paired really well with my crab fried rice as well as my friends dishes. The owner is really personable and makes great recommendations. Also make sure you bring cash!
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Sirena W.

Yelp
Please yelp, let me give them more stars. After Acacia closed, my friend and I were craving food, specifically Asian food. In Pittsburgh, this is tough at 2 am. Luckily, we stumbled across this gem. Since it was late, we had to order at the window, but the employee was so friendly and funny that he left a good indication on how their overall service was. We ended up getting the crab fried rice and the Cambod-Ican beef stew. As an Asian, I was skeptical of the fried rice, but boy am I glad we got it. They used real crab, not imitation crab, and the taste of crab even carried into the rice itself. Mm. As for the beef stew, the first bite was heaven and it wasn't just because I was starving and had a slight amount of liver poison in my system. Just a warning though, it's rather rowdy and we had a few people approach us. Slightly uncomfortable, but expected since it is late night South Side. Overall, good prices and spot on food. 20/10 would go back... but probably during daytime hours.
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Stephen P.

Yelp
Danny and his family are so friendly, it's a great vibe, and the food is sublime! one of the more unique dining options in the 412, plus they're open late! You will get cravings, be warned...
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Andrew H.

Yelp
My favorite drunk food on the south side. Started out as a food truck and evolved into a restaurant. Order a cat on a stick and they'll know you're an OG
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Krista Z.

Yelp
First timer to Combod-Ican and was impressed. Lots of take out foot traffic so we were able to get a table. I ordered the Cambo combo ( pic shown) which came with two seafood wontons (omg so good). The moon sauce is yummy - the chicken was tender... very good first impression. Would def come back. Only nitpick.... walls need cleaned a bit...
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Jack M.

Yelp
After a fairly perfect introduction to Pittsburgh nightlife, the Surf and Turf pita at Cambod-ican was a proverbial coup de gras. The pita is a torpedo of protein (grilled chicken thigh and elongated crab wonton loaded into a thin pita.) Is it Cambodian? Probably not. Is it delicious? Yes. The chicken shines in this sandwich. Well marinated, smoky, soft yet firm on the bite. Carefully monitored for internal temperature. Its respectfully finished with a sweet teriyaki demi-glaze that will leave your hands a bit sticky. The crab wontons are as good as those can get. They are a conglomerate of imitation crab, breaded filling, and hot cream cheese deep fried in a dense corn meal batter. The bite experience is beautiful. The robust batter crust holds firm until it doesn't. You're left defending your palate against a cascade of creamy, crab flavored bliss. But this is a white flag you'll be happy to wave. The pita was thin, but disappointingly chalky. It did not absorb the greasiness of its contents well. It did not hold them well. It distracted from the quality of the sandwich overall. Replace the underperforming pita with something softer and more absorbent, yet thin, and this would be a five star experience. Cambod-ican is undoubtedly a great choice if you're within a couple miles and want excellent Asian American street food, particularly late in the evenings.

Jay S.

Yelp
Service was ridiculously slow when I went but there aren't a lot of super late night food options in Pittsburg so I guess we have to deal with it. Fairly chill, free flowing vibe at the place though especially if it's warming and the door can open a lot without being frozen. Near a bunch of bars so you get that crowd.
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Allison C.

Yelp
We've been to this place multiple times before COVID and the workers have always been so nice and friendly. The food is also amazing. However, my most recent visit was not the best. I understand with COVID, things have changed and takeout orders have increased but seriously...waiting over an hour after the owner said it'd be a 20 min wait?! Also I ordered the seafood wontons and apparently I never mentioned it on the phone so the order was missed...SO FRUSTRATING! Also I noticed that some of the workers would handle money, the phones, and packaging...with no gloves on. I didn't even see any handsantizer around. Just a wet rag that they'd wipe their hands on. Food might be good but not worth the wait or risk. Probably won't be back.
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Denny V.

Yelp
Ordered pickup yesterday. Called it in at 5:55 and was told it would be 15 minutes. I arrived at 6:15 and stepped up to pay. Then waited, and waited, and waited... It seemed like they don't start actually cooking your food till you get there and pay. There was a couple there that ordered at the window, after me, and received their food over 10 minutes before mine was ready. Then once my food was ready, they hand it to me in a bag that thank god, didn't have a hole in it, because the lo neon sauce was spilled all through out the bag. The food was good, but service & prep was seriously lacking...

Sue M.

Yelp
Place is definitely a hole in the wall but the food is absolutely wonderful. They give you plenty of food in case you're in to sharing, but it's so good you may not want to. When you order, get an extra side of moon sauce, is to die for
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Em B.

Yelp
Wow what a trip walking in here last week and seeing the same exact signs and set up that were there when I first stumbled in back in 2007! The food was just as good as I remember too. Beef wontons are my go-to. They gave me an extra moon sauce! A true South Side institution.
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Sarah V.

Yelp
I have to add a new review and I hate to do this because the food is so dang good. But went in on Saturday to get take out since you know...coronavirus. They didn't really do any precautions..yes they split the tables to the sides of the rooms, but there was space to make it so there was a one way entrance and one way exit. Instead everyone was standing and waiting to order or pick up their food in a tight, narrow space. NONE of the staff was wearing masks. The owner (or at least I assume he was the owner) was walking around with a little kid just near everyone and not giving a care in the world. 75% of the people waiting inside we're not standing 6 feet apart and there were no masks on them either. Just me and one other girl inside. Ridiculous! I get businesses are struggling and want to stay open, but if you can SHOW that you're making a small effort to care, it goes a long way. Plus, I called in my order at least an hour in advance to picking it up..then had to wait in like over 30 minutes to just pick up the order. Crazy wait times, very stressful. Needless to say, it's probably my last time eating there.

Laura F.

Yelp
Food was good and the service was great! Pittsburgh businesses are mostly rude this family was a breath of fresh air. I happily recommend and will definitely return.
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Allen H.

Yelp
Studies show conclusively that eating Cambod-Ican greatly enhances the medicinal benefits of cannabis. In addition to satisfying hunger cravings, seafood wontons have been reported to induce tingling sensations, restore the hairline, and relax both physical and mental tension. Many couples report also "romance-enhancing" side effects. Moon sauce is also being studied as a non-industrial lubricant for low-velocity controlled movements in biologically coupled systems.
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Jemy C.

Yelp
This place is awesome. Great hospitality since we were out of town. She was able to cook us special request food. Would love to revisit back
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Alexis M.

Yelp
Yummy yummy yummy Vegetarian curry roll is the best yummmmm Moon sauce is delicious I love this place.
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Joe K.

Yelp
Cambod-Ican Kitchen is the spot if you're looking for lots of cheap food, served at all hours of the night. However, if you prefer a restaurant where the tables aren't sticky to the touch, an owner who wears a clean shirt, or where you don't need a key for the bathroom, this isn't your spot. I can appreciate a quality dive joint. There's a certain charm to an establishment that has great food and a lot of character (stemming from the food, the decor, or the staff). Cambod-Ican Kitchen is certainly a dive, but it doesn't really have the character I'm looking for now that I'm in my mid-thirties. When my girlfriend and I entered, we were greeted at the counter by the burly owner handing us menus and barking "Read" to each of us. I kind of figured that he was going for funny with this greeting, but he was gruff enough that it took some further interaction with him to confirm that he was just being a goofball. After ordering, and sitting down at the table in the front of the restaurant where the owner recommended, we were surprised at how sticky the table (and everything else on it) was. The owner also proudly told us about the dried roasted red pepper topping that all tables had, which I found to be very tasty. The little jar they were in was very sticky- I tried not to think about how long it had been since it was probably cleaned. We were pretty hungry, and ordered the appetizer sampler, as well as chicken thigh fried rice, and pork noodle soup. The appetizer sampler platter was huge, just a mountain of fried food. The egg rolls were average, and the grilled chicken was decent, although a bit on the dry side. A lot of the items on the platter were covered in their signature "moon sauce," which was way too sweet for my taste, but if sweet sauces are your thing, you'll probably love it. The chicken thigh fried rice was solid as fried rices go, but not good enough for me to venture back. The pork noodle soup didn't have much flavor to it, and the noodles were very much overcooked. Cambod-Ican Kitchen is an interesting cash-only place, that's open all night long, run by an irreverent, off-kilter owner. I enjoyed and admired his passion, but wasn't into his brand of humor (his diatribes were quite frequent when we were there). I suppose that working at a restaurant at odd hours of the night for years and dealing with drunk patrons can do that, though. If you're looking for food that is authentic, healthy, or really tasty, I would keep looking. However, if you want a huge quantity of food that's ok, really sweet, cheap, and don't mind an owner who could be a wacky sitcom character, you have your spot.
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Katie B.

Yelp
Best drunk food ever. Stumble out of Jimmy D's and get yourself some fried rice and chicken skewers to soak up the excess liquor. The inside is nice and clean and they have a sizeable 1-person bathroom. The only time I've eaten here is when I've been drinking so I can't say for sure that the quality is the absolute best but, it is inexpensive and good and a nice place to sit for a minute.
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Terri S.

Yelp
The food and service was excellent. We went at 2am and was happy we made this choice!
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Zachary W.

Yelp
No, it may not be the most aesthetically pleasing venue in Pittsburgh, but what it lacks in interior design, it makes up for many-fold in flavor and friendliness. Cambodican's staff makes you feel as though you are part of their extended family by welcoming each and every patron with open arms, imbued with inevitable quirkiness (i.e. the bathroom key, eloquent food descriptions, and humble dispositions). As many have stated before, their seafood wonton, invariably coated in moon sauce, is a must have starter. These savory pockets of joy melt in the mouth of those in drunken stupors and sober friends alike. For the main course I recommend the authentic noodle soups, along the lines of Vietnamese Pho, but with a sweet herbiness that is unmatched elsewhere. To summarize, Cambodican has been and always will be a Pittsburgh favorite. It's all the joys of a no-frills home cooked meal, while exploring the flavors of South East Asia. Stop in if you ever have the chance.
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Jesse T.

Yelp
So I've been to Cambod-Ican a handful of times, and I've always looked at it as somewhat of a novelty. Most nights you can see their owner on the street making a scene and enjoying the South Side insanity, it's basically open 24 hours a day, it caters to a vastly inebriated clientele, the decor is outdated and a little dingy, etc. So needless to say, I was very surprised when I yelped this place to find that it has such high ratings. However, when you really strip Cambod-Ican down to its core, it's legitimately great, authentic food, at a reasonable price! That being said, I would not consider the food to be 5 stars, it's definitely closer to 4, but in a city with very few late night dining options, the fact that they are open until 5am, for me pushes them to at least a 4.5 star rating. Feel free to disagree, but I know I'm right, and you probably smell funny.
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Darren W.

Yelp
Note: You know this one...lemme year yinz...CASH ONLY! Ohhhh, authentic, pshawthentic,...who really gives a turd? When chunks of skewered chicken are so fragile, flavor-blessed, and cozily smoldering on the tongue you devour them quickly only to weep because they're in your intestines, does it matter? When sugar and salt romance each other, resulting in the cabalistic, Delphian, rayless Moon Sauce, and said chicken is baptized in it, is its national origin that relevant? So yes, in case you're curious, I did enjoy my pre-concert (In This Moment at ye old Rex Theater) dinner on Good Friday, for the most part at least. I mean, those seafood dumplings tasted like Crab Rangoon made by Sandra Lee. "Semi-homemade" no doubt. In all seriousness, my palate held a processed aftertaste from them, one that was unwelcomingly saccharine and padded with *ahem* mysterious sea creatures that most likely were not crustaceans. Looking at the upside, I did find my whole-wheat (?) pita to be an acceptable change-up from the usual, white flour kind. And is the Tumbleweed Pie ever a sly, coy exercise in dessert cool. Served chilled, the pie itself is French Vanilla and coffee ice cream mashed together within a graham cracker crust and topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry. No kiddin' they wouldn't serve this in Thailand, ya snark! But they should for it is a light treat ideal for ending spicy meals, its creaminess taking away the sweet, warm pain that is occasionally needed to let you know you're alive. Please don't be put off by the type of mod interiors and exteriors that might make diners wonder if the owners are lampooning the 70's or truly think "Three's Company" was engrossing, brilliant television deserving of a shrine. When you use the john, take what's written on the "board" and tablet of rules, throw it all over your shoulder (but not the key! it's attached to a heavy pole so people won't walk off with it!) along with any biases you may have, and realize that whoever's heading Cambod-Ican kitchen is a smart-ass that just happens to be adept at preparing cheap, satisfying, semi-exotic grub that could vaguely be described as Asian. P.S. Cambod-Ican Kitchen is open from 6PM to 5AM from Tuesday through Saturday! They'll leave a light on for ya without judgement!
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Jocelyn K.

Yelp
They open until 5am in the morning. Perfect for the hungry college student. The family who owns this place is hilarious. The person who takes your orders at the window is the husband who encourages you not to get the "worthless white rice" that us Asians love and get the brown rice instead. The wife is equally hilarious. The first time I went we were the only ones in the restaurant except for two other people. One of the guys was getting quite loud and rowdy so the wife threatened to kick him out with a baseball bat. As for the food, it's good and fresh. The fried chicken I ordered tasted especially good with the red chili flakes they had at the table. Large portions and filling. Great late-night/super early in the morning meal.
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Vi L.

Yelp
"It's okay to let out orgasmic moans here [because the food is so good of course]. Just so you ladies know, from a guy's point of view, we guys love that." ---Words of wisdom from the spunky waiter at Cambod-Ican (I wish I asked him for his name). This place has such a "fun" and laid-back feel to it. They really try to make you feel at home here. My friends and I were unsure of what to get so waiter was nice enough to give us a breakdown of the menu and we each ended up ordering one of the recommended items. I noticed that a lot of the customers are regulars because the waiter knows them by name. The wait was a good 15 minute, but I know for sure they made our food fresh right after we ordered them, instead of the precooked stuff most Asian restaurants are guilty of. For appetizers, we had their signature "fried seafood wontons", which was just another name for Crab Rangoons. I love crab rangoons so I really liked these...crispy with the right amount of cream cheese, not overly sweet. I ordered a "shish kabob platter", which came with grilled chicken, grilled kielbasa and rice drizzled with their signature "moon sauce". Ladies and gents...moon sauce is just a fancy name for teriyaki sauce. I thought the rice was a little bit too dry though. My one friend ordered Cambodian chicken noodle soup. The menu compared this noodle soup to Vietnamese Pho. I am Vietnamese, and trust me...I KNOW pho. This Cambodian chicken noodle soup was pretty decent, but no way can this be compared to Pho (the King of all noodle soups). One friend ordered the "sampler platter", which has a bunch of fried stuff and their grilled chicken, and the other friend ordered the "chicken curried vegetable bowl" with lo mein, instead of rice. That was pretty spicy, but it was probably my favorite out of all the entrees. So if I rate this restaurant solely on its food quality, then it would only deserve 3 stars because I thought the food was pretty average...nothing deserving of "oohhhs", "ahhhhs", or "wow". In other words, the food did not give me a "foodgasm". But, it was such a positive experience overall because the atmosphere and the wonderful service so they deserve 4 stars. Our waiter was the most enthusiastic and energetic man I've ever met. He was cracking jokes left and right, and engaging all of the customers in conversations. The food was okay, but I would definitely recommend you give Cambod-Ican a try just to meet this dynamic character.
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Jenny B.

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My husband and I ate dinner here last night on accident--we meant to go to Apsara cafe next door and had already been served water before we realized we were at the wrong place, and the food looked good, so what the heck! We both ordered the Cambodian noodle soup--he got beef and I got tofu with veggie broth, and it came with a big plate of bean sprouts, basil, and cilantro. Very pho-esque. We enjoyed our soup, and the waiter was fantastic. I told him I enjoy spicy food, so he brought out two kinds of sriracha, pickled Thai peppers, and some hot sauce from his own personal stash for me to try. I would definitely go back just because the people here are so nice--but it's a bonus that the food is great too!
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Chaya Y.

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Swear, they have the best general tso's chicken in this whole TOWN! I can't get it too often due to money but really for the quality and portion size it's worth the $11 or $12, there is usually enough left over for another snack or meal depending on how hungry you are. The quality is great and like it's the only general tso's I've been able to find here that actually stays crispy even by the time you walk home with it! Muchhh appreciated. The wontons are really good too, both shrimp or beef, but yeah the general tso's is my holy grail general tso's, I would try other things on the menu but it's just been so good that I haven't felt the need to try much else haha. Sooo good, you won't be disappointed!
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Joy C.

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Cambod-Ican Kitchen is one of the best thai restaurants in Pittsburgh. I've been going to Cambod-Ican Kitchen for probably 10 years. Their food is so delicious and fresh. I usually order one of the noodle dishes, vegetarian. My favorite dish is the steamed rice noodles. It's a great combination of veggies, fresh herbs & peanuts on top of steamed noodles with the right amount of sauce. The sauce they use on it is to die for. Service is always wonderful, they are super friendly & always remember a familiar face. This is a must try restaurant!
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Moses L.

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Went here in the midst of a bustling Friday night bar crawl. This place is edgy and has great character. The waitress was super nice the guy taking our order is straight up hilarious. I ordered the chicken kabob w/ veggies on pita. The chicken cut was large, well-marinated. Eating it in the context of the pita bread was glorious. How much was this? Less than $5! Another huge plus is the late closing time. It's open until 3am. I'll remember to come here when I'm working late at the office down the street. Don't be afraid to have a convo w/ the staff. They're friendly and welcoming!
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Joseph F.

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I fell in love with Cambod-Ican Kitchen early. Underage, exploring Pittsburgh, invited in to look around, tried a few dishes. Worthwhile, friendly, affordable. I'd be back. Years later, I find myself craving Cambod-Ican Kitchen. Drinking, dancing, stumbling, late-night, I'm hungry. I'm in the South Side. Burger King is closed. Seafood wontons. In graduate school, I find myself seeking out Cambod-Ican Kitchen. Studying, relaxing, tired, late-night, I'm hungry. I'm in the South Side. Seafood wontons. As a professional, I find myself going out of my way to fit Cambod-Ican Kitchen into my life. Friends in town? Seafood wontons. Need to get out of the house? Seafood wontons. Just ate some seafood wontons? Seafood wontons. Everything on the menu is good, sure, but...man, those seafood wontons.
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Kathy D.

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Yum Yum Yum! The taste and presentation of the food here are absolutely the best! I ordered the recommended chicken shish kabob and while it's not on a stick, it was da bomb. The dish consisted of 3 large pieces of grilled to perfection tender chicken pieces over soft rice. I requested some stir fry vegetables and the chef did that for only $1 more. My hubby ordered the crispy pan fried noodles with beef and it looked and tasted amazing. Portions were big and we both brought home a box. Service was especially warm, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The venue is kind of jenk though and so is the unwieldy bathroom stick. I did not use facilities but I imagine them to be kind of gross just based on the greasy, dim-lit surroundings. If i lived closer to the area, I would be by here all the time for a quick bite. Did I mention the moon sauce? That was also da bomb. I do take 1 star off because of the cash only policy. Handling dirty bills and coins is just a hassle and especially next to your food... But that's it. I would definitely come back for the food.
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Danielle A.

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Cheap, open late , great food. What more could you ask for? The boyfriend and I am here one evening after going to the farmers market a few blocks down and it was wonderful. I had great soup and he had some great tasting chicken on a stick, all for less than $20! You can't go wrong stopping here. From what I understand they started off as just a sidewalk cart and now they've got their own restaurant. YUM. It's cash only BTW.
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Emily S.

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Kuyteav (beef). Very similar to Vietnamese pho. Broth is made from pork bones, I think. Very tasty! Service was very friendly. I wish they took credit card, though. It was a hassle trying to figure out the bill for 7 people.
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Anna L.

Yelp
Great hours. Always opened late, the owners are very sweet. Makes you feel like family each time. Order, pay, then served. They put a twist on their dishes. Very refreshing. Love their moon sauce!!!
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Justin M.

Yelp
Solid 4 stars. I was neither drunk or soaring, just was hungry after jamming and didn't want to eat sheets, had to be something Better than gas station food. Yup! This place was great. Besides the shady atmosphere and street. The owner and workers were all awesome. Had the seafood wontons and beef stew. Yea it was great and flavorful. Would like to try other things here because j was impressed and it's open super late. Win win. Had the red bean mochi with whip cream on top and that was great as well. Don't miss this place great all around.
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Mensa M.

Yelp
Yummy! Stopped in w our Milkshake Factory shakes and had Cambodian Pho...sweet and oh so yummy. And filling! Had to take some home! i believe you had to grab a menu from the front then come back (near the kitchen) to order. Get pho! They have there own wacky t-shirts in case you were wondering!

Mary Pat F.

Yelp
I have been getting food from here for years. My friend, Ted always brings me something when he is at the fantastic restaurant. I have never been disappointed. The crab fried rice is made with real crab meat. I have such a hard time deciding what I want. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything is freshly made and of very good quality. Do not walk, run to Cambodia-Ican Kitchen!!!!
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Paige C.

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I ordered the wontons here with the moon sauce since a lot of people talked about how good they are. Which they are pretty good but extremely sweet after the first one or two of them they get to be a bit too much. I also ordered fried rice which was good. The place itself is tiny and right on Carson street. You can eat your food there or take it to go. The service was quick and very friendly.