Acqua Italian Fine Dining Restaurant Bangkok
Phloen Chit
Modern Italian fine dining concept by Sardinian chef Alessandro Frau, featuring an open kitchen, 780-label wine cellar, and innovative dishes that blend traditional recipes with contemporary techniques.
Heritage
An extension of the Michelin-recognized Phuket original, opened in 2022 by Chef Alessandro Frau after 14 years of success on the island. The chef's diverse background spans kitchens across London, Mexico, and Paris.
Design Elements
- Converted heritage house with manicured gardens
- Contemporary interior centered around an enclosed tree
- Open kitchen layout enabling culinary observation
- Temperature-controlled wine cellar displaying 780 labels
- Private dining spaces and garden-view seating
Culinary Approach
The menu reinterprets centenary Italian recipes through modern techniques, exemplified by signature dishes:
- "Sicily meets Japan" crudo combining Sicilian red prawns with Amaebi and sea urchin
- Sardinian smoked eel with pickled vegetables and white balsamico
- Seasonal wild mushroom risotto incorporating foie gras and snails
- Squid tagliatelle with Siberian caviar
Technical Features
- Professional sommelier service
- Seasonal ingredient sourcing program
- Custom wine pairing protocols
- Annually renewed degustation menus
- Temperature-controlled wine storage system