La Bottega · Restaurant · Bangkok
Italian restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 49 in Thonglor, open since 2008
La Bottega has been a Thonglor institution since 2008, tucked on the second floor of The Terrace 49 on Sukhumvit Soi 49. Founded by chef Luca Appino, a genuine trailblazer of Italian dining in Bangkok, it built its name on rustic-yet-elegant cooking and honest, no-frills dishes made from fresh, carefully chosen ingredients. It is the neighborhood Italian that locals send visitors to.
The setting is relaxed and welcoming - a cozy indoor dining room paired with an outdoor terrace - the kind of place that works for a long lunch, a date or an easy dinner with friends. It trades white-tablecloth formality for warmth and consistency.
The kitchen is now led by head chef Marco Avesani, a Verona native with previous experience at Roberto's in Dubai, a three-Michelin-starred restaurant. His menu of handmade pastas and seasonal Italian classics keeps the house style intact, building each list around fresh, changing produce.
Reliably good, not showy, it remains a Thonglor favorite for straightforward, well-made Italian. Book ahead on weekends, ask for a terrace table when the weather is kind, and come hungry for the pasta.
Address: Terrace 49 Building Terrace 49 2nd fl, Soi Sukhumvit 49, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Bangkok
La Bottega takes reservations through Aroi. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in Bangkok; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 11:30 - 22:00
- Tuesday: 11:30 - 22:00
- Wednesday: 11:30 - 22:00
- Thursday: 11:30 - 22:00
- Friday: 11:30 - 22:00
- Saturday: 11:30 - 22:00
- Sunday: 11:30 - 22:00
Frequently asked about La Bottega
How do I get a reservation at La Bottega in Bangkok?
Tables at La Bottega are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Bangkok plan, our Bangkok partner handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at La Bottega?
La Bottega is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at La Bottega?
La Bottega keeps an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is La Bottega located?
La Bottega is in Bangkok, at Terrace 49 Building Terrace 49 2nd fl, Soi Sukhumvit 49, Watthana, Bangkok 10110. MyRSVP can build it into a full Bangkok itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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