How popular is Italian cuisine in Bangkok? Well, let’s put it this way—there’s at least one Italian restaurant in every five-star hotel. And really, who can resist twirling al dente angel hair through a rich linguine sauce or sinking their teeth into a perfectly blistered, no-pineapple-on-my-pizza wood-fired slice? Italian cuisine is always top of mind for a romantic date—think candle-lit dinners, where you share a plate of pasta like in Lady and the Tramp.
Whether you’re a devoted pasta enthusiast or a die-hard pizza purist, you’ll leave these Italian ristorantes—ones that our renowned Inspectors have given a nod to—with a full stomach, a satisfied heart, and perhaps a newfound appreciation for Bangkok’s love affair with la dolce vita.
Lenzi Tuscan Kitchen
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025At this authentic Tuscan restaurant, family is at the heart of everything—from the top-tier meats and cheeses sourced from Chef Francesco Lenzi’s family farm in Pisa to his mother’s homemade limoncello. Lenzi, who brings traditional techniques from his hometown, often steps out from the open kitchen to greet diners like kin. Start with antipasti, indulge in a primi like Risotto Taleggio e Tartufo, and savour the rich flavours of Filetto Alla Rossini. Reservations are recommended.
Address: 69/2 Soi Ruam Ruedi 2, Wireless Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok. Tel. +66 2001 0116.
Clara
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025
Housed in a Bauhaus-style villa surrounded by sculpture-filled gardens, Clara is an elegant Italian fine-dining destination that draws both Thai and international foodies. Inside, the minimalist, two-floor space sets the tone for a set menu crafted by Chef Christian Martena and his wife, maître d' Clara Del Corso-Martena. Their precision-driven dishes balance flavours and textures, complemented by refined service. To elevate the experience, each course can be paired with wines.
Address: 69 Soi Prasat Suk, Chong Nonsi, Yan Nawa, Bangkok. Tel. +66 8 3496 3663.
Giglio Trattoria Fiorentina
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025At this Tuscan-focused restaurant, tradition, simplicity, and authentic flavours are the guiding principles. Created by former chefs of Bottega di Luca and Appia, it offers their take on a quintessential trattoria. Highlights include the homemade pici pasta with fresh black truffle slices and cream, as well as the dry-aged sharing steak. No on-site parking but valet service is available. Advance booking is recommended.
Address: 149 Soi Sathon 12, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok. Tel. +66 8 8923 0961.
Enoteca
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025Named "wine library," this Italian restaurant offers nearly 400 bottles, including a fine selection of Barolo. Tucked away in Bangkok's bustling business district, Enoteca provides a tranquil escape with floor-to-ceiling windows framing garden views. The menu highlights Italy’s regional diversity, with European ingredients reimagined in modern dishes. Don’t miss the risottos or the Barbecue Pigeon on the Secondi Piatti, and for variety, try the set menus.
Address: 39 Soi Sukhumvit 27, Khlong Toei Nuea, Vadhana, Bangkok. Tel. +66 2258 4386.
Antito
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025Perched on the 14th floor of Eastin Grand Sathorn, Chef Amerigo Sesti’s restaurant-bar offers a fresh spin on Northern Italian classics from his childhood, all framed by sweeping city views. The dining room, with its pop art and cosy seating, sets the stage for handmade pasta and tiramisu, both brimming with authentic flavours. From Thursday to Sunday, a DJ adds to the atmosphere.
Address: 14F, Eastin Grand Sathorn 33/1 Sathon Tai Road, Yan Nawa, Sathon, Bangkok. Tel. +66 2210 8100.
Riva del Fiume
MICHELIN-listed, MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025Inside this modern Italian restaurant at the Four Seasons, the Euro-inspired ambiance evokes the charm of Lake Como, with its open kitchen and wood oven. Overlooking the Chao Phraya from the terrace, it’s an Italian escape in the heart of Bangkok. Chef Andrea Accordi, with rich and extensive experience at Four Seasons hotels and restaurants in Europe, prepares classics like pizza and homemade pasta using the finest ingredients imported from Italy, while exceptional service elevates the experience.
Address: LF, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, 300/1 Charoen Krung Road, Yan Nawa, Sathon, Bangkok. Tel. +66 2032 0885.
Illustration image: © Lenzi Tuscan Kitchen
