Gianni

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Bangkok Institution, Three Decades in the Making

Established in 1996, Gianni Ristorante has earned its place as one of Bangkok's most enduring and best-loved Italian restaurants. Over more than 28 years, it has built a reputation on a clear set of principles: the finest raw ingredients, meticulous technique, and a genuine commitment to hospitality. That consistency — rare in any city's dining scene — earned the restaurant a Gambero Rosso 2 Forks recognition in 2025, a distinction awarded by one of Italy's most respected food guides.

Chef Gianni Favro and His Approach to Italian Cuisine

At the center of everything is Chef Gianni Favro, whose career has been defined by an exacting pursuit of fine dining. He identifies three forces that shape his Italian cuisine: Italian style, a harmony of ideas, and the perfection of the finest raw ingredients. These are not abstract values — they translate directly to the plate. Dishes are prepared to precise standards, with updated cooking methods and compositions designed to achieve perfectly balanced taste and flavour. The use of the finest virgin olive oil, for instance, reflects both a commitment to health and an insistence on sourcing artisanal, fresh ingredients. Wines are selected and matched with equal care, making each meal a considered whole rather than a sequence of isolated courses.

A New Chapter at Plaza Athenee

Gianni Ristorante recently completed a significant move to new surroundings at the Plaza Athenee on Wireless Road, in the heart of Bangkok's Lumpini district. The relocation marks a new chapter without breaking from the values that made the restaurant famous. The menu spans appetizers, main courses, and desserts, with a weekend lunch offering and a wine list curated to complement the food. Private dining is also available for those seeking a more intimate setting.

What to Expect

Guests come to Gianni for authentic Italian cuisine prepared with the kind of discipline that only decades of practice produce. The atmosphere is welcoming without being casual, and the service culture is a point of pride. Whether arriving for a weekday lunch or a dinner occasion, the experience is shaped by the same attention to detail that has kept this restaurant at the top of Bangkok's Italian dining scene for nearly three decades.