Sala Rossa Bangkok Review: A Quiet Italian Near the St. Regis, with Warm Service (7.5/10)

The short version: Sala Rossa is a quiet, old-school Italian restaurant a couple of minutes’ walk from the St. Regis Bangkok, and the best thing about it is the service. When I accidentally left my credit card, the waiter came running out to give it back. Get the bucatini all’amatriciana, an 8, very al dente. Dinner for one was ฿847, about $26, much less than Salvia or Gianni. 7.5 out of 10: a good, peaceful spot for a date, but the food isn’t the strong point.

I went for dinner on November 11, 2026, at about 6 pm, by myself, and I paid.

Getting there

Sala Rossa is near the St. Regis, but not in it. It’s just a little to the east, a couple of minutes’ walk: exit the hotel, then go right on Soi Mahatlek Luang 2. It’s a quieter area, which pairs well with dinner after the hustle and bustle of walking around the main road.

The setting: 8 out of 10

It was pretty quiet, and it does feel kind of authentically Italian. When I arrived at around 6, and still when I left around 7:30, there was just another solo diner, a couple and a family. To me it’s a peaceful, relaxing place away from much of the hustle of the city. I think it would make a nice spot if you’re looking for somewhere quiet or romantic, so it’s a good one for couples.

Service: 8.5 out of 10

The service was actually the strongest point. They were very warm and quite patient, and when something on the menu wasn’t available, they suggested other options. They were also willing to make the bolognese with penne instead of spaghetti.

When I left, I accidentally left my credit card behind. The waiter came running out to give it to me, and told me to be careful, because the road has a lot of cars.

One minor drawback: the menu offers the prosciutto in a small and a large size, but when I asked for the small one, they weren’t willing to do it. I’d have given the service a 9 otherwise.

The food: 7.5 out of 10

I don’t think the food is the strong point, but it’s pretty good. If you go, definitely get the bucatini.

Bucatini all’amatriciana: 8 out of 10. A little better of the two: quite al dente, with just the right amount of sauce.

Penne bolognese: 7.5 out of 10. Not quite as al dente, and the sauce wasn’t quite as good to me. At times there was a little too much sauce, and it wasn’t meaty enough.

The bread was 2 pieces of focaccia, which were fine.

What it cost

฿847, about $26, for one: the spaghetti bolognese, made with penne (฿380), the bucatini all’amatriciana (฿360) and a water (฿30), plus a 10% service charge.

Value: 8 out of 10

It’s a good value, actually a great value, and I particularly like the setting and the service for the price. The challenge, of course, is that Bangkok has a lot of other good places.

Vs. Salvia and Gianni

I paid about $26 a head here, against about $53 at Salvia and $52 at Gianni. Compared to them, it’s much more affordable and not as upscale, so it’s more accessible if you want a casual night out.

Verdict: 7.5 out of 10

It’s a good restaurant. The setting, the service and the value are the strong points, but I have to weigh the food more heavily, because that’s the important part, and Bangkok is such a competitive city for restaurants. I probably wouldn’t go back, since the bar is high with so many Italian restaurants, but I might for a date, or possibly even just by myself.

Nearby: my Zuma review is at the St. Regis next door, and here’s my St. Regis Bangkok review (8/10). For hotels, see where to stay in Bangkok.

FAQ

Where is Sala Rossa in Bangkok?

A couple of minutes’ walk east of the St. Regis Bangkok: exit the hotel and go right on Soi Mahatlek Luang 2.

What are Sala Rossa’s hours?

The sign on the door says it’s open daily for lunch, 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, and dinner, 5:30 to 10:30 pm.

How much does Sala Rossa cost?

My dinner for one, two pastas and a water, was ฿847, about $26, including a 10% service charge. The pastas were ฿360 and ฿380.

What should I order at Sala Rossa?

The bucatini all’amatriciana, an 8: quite al dente, with just the right amount of sauce.

Is Sala Rossa good for a date?

Yes. It’s quiet, a bit romantic and feels authentically Italian, and it’s a peaceful break from the busy main road.