Antonio's Restaurant Bangkok

FOOD:

Antonio's signature home-made ravioli should not be missed; the porcini mushroom filling is fabulous and the truffle sauce is rich, but not heavy. Al dente white asparagus in parma ham with cream of gorgonzola sauce risks being too salty, but is perfectly seasoned, with the ham adding bite and the sauce gently supporting it. Lamb shank with penne is an osso buco-style dish with a red sauce that manages to be simultaneously light and hearty. Pork cordon bleu comes on the bone ensuring a juicy experience rounded out with a light mustard sauce. Tiramisu can be boring, but Antonio's version certainly is not. The sweetness of the pastry in chocolate souffle could be toned down to let the dark chocolate take centre stage, but this is a very minor quibble. 26

SETTINGS:

Antonio Armenio delights in sharing the joys of the Italian family kitchen he grew up in. The emphasis is on great flavours, not overwrought presentation. The venue is hip but cosy with low lights and Italian tunes . A well-trained staff takes pride in its work.

ADDRESS :

26, Sukhumvit 31, Sukhumvit Road Klongtoey-Nua, Wattana Bangkok, 10110 Thailand