Cannubi by Umberto Bombana Bangkok Shines with Its First MICHELIN Star

Bangkok’s fine-dining scene has just gained a new star... literally.
Cannubi by Umberto Bombana, the contemporary Italian restaurant at Dusit Thani Bangkok, has been awarded its first MICHELIN Star in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026, recognising its “high quality cooking” and elevating it into the city’s most coveted culinary circle.

For us, as partners of Cannubi in Asia, this moment is especially meaningful. We’ve had the privilege of watching the team build something truly special in Bangkok and seeing that effort acknowledged by MICHELIN is a proud milestone.

A New Star Over Bangkok

The latest edition of the MICHELIN Guide Thailand adds several new one-star restaurants to its pages, reflecting how dynamic and ambitious the country’s dining landscape has become. Cannubi stands out as one of the guide’s new Italian entries, joining a small group of European restaurants that have earned stars in Bangkok.

A MICHELIN one-star rating signals “high quality cooking, worth a stop”, a concise definition that masks years of quiet, relentless work in the kitchen and dining room: consistency, ingredient obsession, and a clear, confident culinary identity.

Piedmont Meets Bangkok

Named after the renowned Cannubi hill in Barolo, one of Italy’s most historic and prestigious vineyards, Cannubi by Umberto Bombana brings a slice of Piemonte to the heart of Bangkok. 

Located on the lower floor of Dusit Thani Bangkok on Rama IV Road, the restaurant is an elegant, softly lit space that looks out onto the hotel’s cascading waterfall, a calming backdrop that feels worlds away from the city’s traffic outside. 

The concept was created by Chef Umberto Bombana, the legendary Italian chef behind Hong Kong’s three-MICHELIN-starred 8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana and often nicknamed the “King of White Truffles.” 

Day-to-day, the kitchen is led by Executive Chef Andrea Susto, whose background in both food science and sommelier training informs a style of cooking that is technical yet warm, refined yet generous. The menu celebrates seasonal Italian ingredients, from handmade pastas to pristine seafood and carefully sourced meats, presented through concise lunch menus and more elaborate dinner tasting journeys. 

MICHELIN inspectors highlight how the team “marries classical roots with modern technique” in dishes that are confident and well-balanced, a fusion of tradition and contemporary finesse that sits at the heart of Cannubi’s identity. 

An Enoteca at Heart: 350 Labels of Terroir

Cannubi is more than a restaurant; it is also a sophisticated enoteca, named for one of Italy’s greatest crus and designed for guests who care deeply about wine.

The cellar holds around 350 labels, overseen by a knowledgeable sommelier team who guide guests through Italian classics and global icons alike, with thoughtful pairings that bring out the nuances of each course. 

Whether you’re sipping Barolo from the hill that inspired the restaurant’s name or exploring sparkling Franciacorta and other regional gems, the experience feels curated rather than overwhelming, a key reason Cannubi has also been recognised by specialist wine platforms and design awards for its bar and interiors.

Design, Atmosphere and the Fine Details

The interiors, crafted by P49 Deesign, blend dark woods, plush seating and warm lighting to create an intimate, grown-up atmosphere, ideal for date nights, celebrations, or business dinners where hospitality and discretion matter.

Tables are generously spaced, service is polished but personable, and every detail, from glassware to plateware, reinforces the sense that you’re in a place where nothing has been left to chance.

This is precisely the sort of harmony between kitchen, cellar and dining room that MICHELIN inspectors look for when assessing whether a restaurant is truly “worth a stop”.

A Milestone We’re Proud to Share

As one of Cannubi’s partners in Asia, we’ve seen first-hand the dedication it takes to reach this level:

• The long hours refining menus and techniques.

• The quiet discipline of sourcing and logistics to keep ingredients at peak quality.

• The guest-first mindset from every member of the team, from the kitchen to the front of house and sommelier crew.

This MICHELIN Star is a testament to that collective effort, and to Dusit Thani Bangkok’s ambition to be a destination not just for travellers, but for serious food lovers.

Congratulations, Cannubi Team

To Chef Umberto Bombana, Chef Andrea Susto, the sommelier team and every member of the Cannubi family: congratulations on this well-deserved MICHELIN Star.

It’s an honour to walk alongside you on this journey, and we’re excited to see what new chapters, new menus, new pairings, new ideas, this recognition will inspire.

For anyone planning a trip to Bangkok, or locals looking for a special night out, Cannubi by Umberto Bombana now has an extra star shining above its door. And in our view, it’s absolutely worth the stop