Originally Posted by SOMA1K
Without question the best food in Siem Reap (and perhaps of your trip) is at the Hotel de la Paix, which is also a wonderful place to stay. Chef Paul Hutt is truly one of Asia's greats, making the very best of local ingredients and incredible presentation. Very nice room also.
How does Hotel de la Paix compare to Shinta Mani? (Even though I live close by in Phnom Penh, it's been a while since I've been to Siem Reap, so I'm a little out of touch on the restaurant scene.)
For the OP, I suggest you look at the international board on
www.chowhound.com -- there are a number of threads discussing eating in the places you list.
I'll also be posting some recommendations here (though later - no time now).
- Michael