La Grappa

Review

WHY GO? La Grappa manages to keep evolving. High quality produce is used and presented with elan at the table. Diners can choose between comfortable indoor or al fresco seating.

WHAT TO ORDER? Recommended starters include an outstanding lobster bisque with white truffle foam infused with Napoleon cognac. Hua Hin rock lobster is served with a pesto and black squid ink garnish, which is pleasing on the eye. Another classic choice is Apulia smoked burrata cheese with San Daniel ham. The cheese has a firm texture on the outside but oozes soft, creamy goodness when cut. A recommended main course is beef tenderloin rossini on a bed of mashed sweet potato. A reduced Madeira wine and truffle sauce helps to balance the richness of the 200-day aged Australian black angus beef. Another good pick is the signature dish of veal ravioli. Beautifully al dente home-made ravioli is filled with minced veal and served with a parmesan cheese fondue and shavings of black truffle. There is a reasonable choice for desert, which includes classic such as tiramisu and crepe suzette. However, do try the delicious mango mousse with amaretto crumbs and passion fruit sauce.

Drinks A good selection of wines from around the world, many of them Italian, at prices to suit all budgets.

Price: 1,700 Baht/person

RATING

Food: 37/40

Drink: 18/20

Setting: 16/20

Service: 18/20

Total: 89/100