AQUILA - Aquilarestaurant

AQUILA restaurant

Aquila Restaurant means “eagle” in Italian and carries many positive meanings. It opened in August 2021 in Chiang Mai, founded by Chef Phubase Chuprakong, who is both the chef and owner. Over the years, Aquila has received numerous prestigious awards, including:

Michelin Guide (2023, 2024, 2025)
Thailand Favorite Restaurant (2023, 2024)
Best Restaurant by Tatler Thailand (2024)
Green kitchen award (2024, 2025)

Aquila’s concept is a innovative of Italian cuisine with Asian influences and local Thai ingredients. The restaurant prioritizes seasonal, locally sourced vegetables and native ingredients while also offering classic Italian dishes to ensure variety for guests.

Approximately 80% of the menu consists of original creations, crafted with high-quality ingredients to deliver bold, vibrant flavors that are rich but never overwhelming—ideal for frequent enjoyment. This philosophy aligns with the restaurant’s slogan:

“Eat Good, Feel Good.”

Aquila boasts a selection of signature dishes that can only be found here, including:

Wagyu Burrata Gnocchi
Snow Fish in Fish Broth
Oyster & Beef with White Truffle Ponzu Sauce
Squid Fettuccine with Spicy Sesame Shoyu
Aquila Pork Chop
And many more exclusive

ABOUT

Chef Phubase Chuprakong

I’m Phubase Chuprakong. I studied commercial cookery in Melbourne, Australia, and have over 20 years of experience working in leading kitchensand 5-star hotels both domestically and internationally. I specialize in an innovative Italian cooking and Thai cuisine.
Now I have been living in Chiangmai for over 10 years, and have been actively involved in various food-related activities and major events throughout this time.Currently, I have owned my own restaurant, Aquila Restaurant, which serves Italian food infused with Thai and Asian influences. We focus on using local ingredients and emphasize bold flavors that differ from typical Italian restaurants. Most of the dishes on the menu are original creations designed to provide new and exciting culinary experiences that appeal to both Thais and international guests.

Recently, I also have added a sister restaurant in Chiangmai’s Old Town called Aquaria Restaurant and Bar, offering modern Italian, steaks and tapas, focusing on dining, drinking, and socializing place to be. In addition to managing my own restaurants, I also work as a consultant for those looking to set up or run their own restaurant businesses, already having helped several restaurants across the country.

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AQUILA RESTAURANT
226/4 Soi surapon 1 T. Thasala Moung Chiangmai 50000
Tel: 0902363845, 0845318282
E-mail: chefphubase@gmail.com
Facebook : Aquila restaurant Thailand
Instagram : aquila_restaurant_chiangmai