Kampot has a solid restaurant scene for its size. The combination of a long-resident expat community and increasing Khmer food culture has raised the standard noticeably. Look for places using Kampot pepper on the menu — it makes a difference when used fresh. The night market on the riverfront is the cheapest option for evenings; it runs from around 5pm and has the usual Khmer grills, noodles, and rice dishes at local prices.