Bright Italian restaurant on Sukhumvit 49 with a leafy terrace, handmade pasta, serious wines and a relaxed, grown-up neighbourhood feel.
La Bottega di Luca is a long-time Italian favourite on Sukhumvit 49, set on the second floor of the Terrace 49 building. It balances polished cooking with an easy-going atmosphere: handmade pasta, bright seafood dishes and grilled meats served in a room that feels elegant but never stiff.
Over the years it has built a reputation as one of Bangkok’s go-to Italian addresses – loved by locals, expats and visitors alike for its combination of quality ingredients, attentive service and a wine list that rewards repeat visits.
Tucked into Terrace 49 off Sukhumvit, La Bottega opens into a bright dining room with wooden floors, warm walls and an open view onto the terrace. Inside, tables are spaced comfortably, the bar anchors one side of the room and shelves of bottles quietly hint at how seriously the team takes wine.
Step outside and you find one of the neighbourhood’s nicest terraces: greenery, sofas, high tables and just enough distance from the street to forget you’re in Thonglor. On cooler evenings, it feels closer to a city garden than a balcony, which is why so many regulars request it for long dinners and small celebrations.
The overall mood is relaxed and grown-up – ideal for dates, business dinners, birthdays or simply a good bottle and a few plates shared with friends.