Enoteca Italiana
Off Sukhumvit Soi 31 (follow signs down narrow lane for 300 m)
Tel: 02 258 4386

In this town of oddball restaurants and ideas this is maybe the least likely: simply because it works. The location up a narrow lane is unforgiving enough, and then the operation, which would be at home in an Italian village barely fits in with Bangkok chic. This is a small barn-like structure which has been lovingly filled with wine and Italian hams, salamis and other cold cuts. The tables are basic but the service from the Chef and the wine man are certainly attentive. This really could be Italy. There are no pretensions, just the love of good food and good wine. Try the recommended starter of mixed hams and salamis with grilled vegetables and much more, then just ask the chef what to eat next - that is assuming that the massive starter has not done for you!
A wonderful place and I love it already, but not for impressing those who like white table clothes and plenty of pretension. This is for lovers of genuine Italian food.