What Nom banh chok is
Rice noodles with a light fish and lemongrass gravy, topped with fresh herbs.
Nom banh chok is listed as a dish in the Cambodia guide, where the index tags it noodles and seafood. That is the useful shorthand, but it is not the whole story: the same name can cover a breakfast version, a street version and a restaurant version with different garnishes and prices.
Where to find Nom banh chok
Nom banh chok is listed as nationwide rather than tied to one city, so it is a safe thing to look for wherever you land in Cambodia. Markets and casual counters are the best value; the sit-down restaurant version is usually larger and more expensive.
The Cambodia guide also covers 7 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.
What it costs
Nom banh chok sits in the budget band, which we define as usually under US$8. Across the 9 food entries we track for Cambodia, 7 are budget, 2 are mid-range and 0 are premium.
| Band | Typical range | Items | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | usually under US$8 | 7 | Kuy teav, Num pang, Samlor kako |
| Mid-range | roughly US$8–20 | 2 | Fish amok, Lok lak |
| Premium | usually US$20 and up | 0 | — |
Within this list, Nom banh chok is one of 7 dish entries and 7 budget items; 2 items share the noodles tag.
Dietary notes
- Seafood tag: fish or shellfish is part of the dish. Mention allergies clearly and ask about shared fryers.
How to order it
- Slurping is normal in noodle cultures. Ask for a spoon or fork if chopsticks are not your thing.
- Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.
Pair it with
These are the Cambodia items that make most sense alongside Nom banh chok, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.
Closest matches on the menu
These Cambodia items share the most tags with Nom banh chok, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.
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Nom banh chok: common questions
What is Nom banh chok?
Rice noodles with a light fish and lemongrass gravy, topped with fresh herbs. It is listed in the TasteBridge Cambodia guide as a dish.
How much does Nom banh chok cost in Cambodia?
Expect the budget band: usually under US$8. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.
Is Nom banh chok vegetarian?
Nom banh chok is not tagged vegetarian in our data. Ask before ordering if you avoid meat, fish or animal fats; the recipe can vary by kitchen.
Where can I try Nom banh chok?
Our index lists it across Cambodia, so it is not tied to one address. Ask locally which version is served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.
Indexed as dish for Cambodia. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.