On Wednesday, December 3, L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele will mark another milestone in its international expansion with the opening of its first restaurant in Thailand, located in Bangkok’s Siam Paragon – Nextopia, one of the most iconic and heavily visited malls in Asia. The strategic debut brings the brand’s signature ruota di carro–style pizza into the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic and travelled cities.
The Bangkok venue mirrors the concept successfully introduced in Singapore: bright interiors, light marble surfaces, natural wood furnishings, and an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere anchored by the signature open Neapolitan oven — a symbol of Da Michele’s tradition. This balance of contemporary design and essentiality is aimed at elevating the culinary experience while preserving the brand’s authentic identity.
“Bangkok is one of the most visited cities in the world and a global reference point for food. Opening at Siam Paragon – Nextopia means positioning ourselves at the heart of Asia’s most iconic shopping mall, where the flow of tourists, residents, and young locals is constant. It is the perfect place to bring our tradition to a dynamic, high-potential market,” said Alessandro Condurro, CEO of L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele in the world.
Francesco De Luca, also CEO of the international group, added: “We expect a very strong reception: Bangkok has a young, curious audience, always looking for authentic international brands, especially Italian ones. Opening inside Siam Paragon – Nextopia, one of the busiest areas in the city, will ensure enormous visibility from day one. We want every customer who walks in to feel a bit of Naples — even from more than eight thousand kilometers away.”
Located on Level 5 – 515 within the newly developed Nextopia food district, the pizzeria overlooks the mall’s dynamic, futuristic culinary areas. Large windows create a bright, vibrant atmosphere welcoming a broad clientele — from young Thais to international tourists, families, and professionals seeking an authentic, high-quality dining experience.
Alongside the globally renowned classics — first and foremost the margherita and marinara — the menu introduces variations such as mortadella and pistachio, as well as porcini mushroom pizza, designed to appeal to local tastes without compromising the Neapolitan — and ultimately Italian — identity. The offering is complemented by traditional fried dishes, pasta, salads, and mains, including iconic staples of Neapolitan cuisine such as “parmigiana di melanzane” and “polpette della nonna,” prepared according to classic recipes. The result is a rich, diverse lineup tailored to an international audience seeking a complete culinary experience.
With this new opening, L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele reinforces its commitment to global expansion and its mission to bring the true taste of Naples to the world’s most vibrant destinations.