Cento
Si Lom, Bangkok
Restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand
The Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Cento is a practical Bangkok pick for a wine-led dinner in Sala Daeng, especially if the group wants polish without a difficult booking process. Star Wine List recognition in 2026 is the main trust signal; choose it for the drinks program and central location, not if you need a fully specified cuisine, chef, price range, or tasting-menu format before deciding.
About Cento
For a Bangkok evening where wine recognition is part of the draw, Cento is a sensible option to keep on the shortlist. The verified details are limited, so the ideal way to frame it is simple: Cento is a Bangkok venue with nightly evening hours, smart casual dress, Star Wine List (2026) recognition.
Wine-list appeal in Bangkok, without overclaiming the format
The clearest verified reason to choose Cento is its Star Wine List recognition in 2026. That gives it a concrete point of difference for diners who care about wine, while still leaving several practical details unconfirmed here. The page should not be read as confirmation of a specific cuisine, chef, menu format, price range, seating layout, or signature dishes.
Cento is open every day from 5:30 PM to 12 AM, which makes it an evening-only option based on the verified hours available here. Dress code is smart casual. For readers mapping a broader trip, keep Cento in mind alongside other Bangkok dining, hotel, bar options depending on how formal or food-focused the night needs to be.
Choose it for the confirmed basics, not for maximum certainty on menu format
Because the cuisine, chef, price range, seating style, signature dishes are not verified here, the safer recommendation is narrow: choose Cento when the confirmed evening hours, smart casual dress code, Bangkok location, Star Wine List (2026) recognition fit the plan. Do not choose it if someone needs a fully mapped meal before committing, a known tasting-menu arc, or a named chef-driven itinerary. In that case, compare other dining options with more defined public details before locking the night.
Location should be stated only at city level here: Cento is in Bangkok. For wider planning, use broader Bangkok guides rather than overloading one meal with every expectation: see Our full Bangkok restaurants guide, Our full Bangkok hotels guide, Our full Bangkok bars guide, Our full Bangkok wineries guide, Our full Bangkok experiences guide.
Quick reference: pick Cento for a smart casual Bangkok evening with daily 5:30 PM to 12 AM hours and Star Wine List (2026) recognition; skip it if the group needs full menu visibility, a quoted price range, or a clearly defined chef-led format before choosing.
Other venues to keep in mind for broader planning include Dusit Gourmet, Dusit Thani Bangkok, Pho Tha Bo, Si Sawat, Vertigo, depending on the kind of evening you want.
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cento presents an understated exterior in a busy Silom/Sala Daeng soi and an interior that rewards attention: the room is quietly refined and anchored by a serious wine program. The restaurant leans into a wine-led identity rather than theatrical street presence, so the contrast between the neighbourhood’s workaday density and the curated dining experience inside becomes part of its appeal. Recognition from the Star Wine List (a White Star) signals that the beverage program is central to the restaurant’s personality, shaping nights that feel intimate, carefully considered and pleasantly surprising for guests who arrive expecting something low-key from the street.
Best For
This is best for people who prioritize wine as the throughline of an evening: date nights, celebratory dinners and small group outings where bottle selection and pairings matter. Located a short walk from the BTS and the edge of Lumpini Park, it suits visitors who want a polished, evening-focused meal without the fuss of a tourist-facing facade. The White Star recognition makes it a smart pick for wine-minded diners seeking a thoughtfully curated list and an intimate atmosphere that favors conversation and bottle-led exploration rather than loud, late-night revelry.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the wine list: the venue’s White Star recognition indicates a curated selection that often informs the flow of the evening. Ask the front-of-house team to guide pairings or to point out standout bottles that complement seafood and beef dishes; letting the beverage program shape choices typically rewards the meal. Given the restaurant’s compact, wine-forward character and its location in a dense Silom soi, reservations are advisable for evening service. If you’re curious about the wine program, mention interest in tasting-focused pours so staff can orient selections around the table.
Planning details
Location
120 Sala Daeng 1/1, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to look if Cento is not the right fit
If the group wants a more view-driven Bangkok occasion, cross-shop Vertigo first. If value is the priority and traveling outside the central metro plan is acceptable, Pho Tha Bo is the more budget-minded alternative.
Restaurant context
How Cento compares in Bangkok
Pho Tha Bo is the clearer value play if the goal is a low-cost Vietnamese meal, but it is out of metro Bangkok and not a direct substitute for a central wine-led dinner. Cento is the better fit when location and drinks depth matter more than keeping the bill in the ฿ tier.
Vertigo is the stronger choice for a skyline-driven occasion, while Cento is the more grounded pick for a wine-focused dinner where the table conversation matters more than the view. If the group is choosing by atmosphere, Vertigo has the clearer special-night signal; if the group is choosing by wine credibility, Cento has the stronger stated credential.
Si Sawat, Dusit Gourmet, Dusit Thani Bangkok are better cross-shops for diners who want a Bangkok alternative but need to compare by setting first. Choose Cento when the night needs an easy reservation and a wine-forward reason to go; choose the Dusit options when hotel convenience is the deciding factor.
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Compare Cento
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cento | Bangkok | , | Star Wine Lists 2026 | , |
| Pho Tha Bo | Khon Kaen | Vietnamese | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand | ฿ |
| Vertigo | Bangkok | No published awards | , | , |
| Si Sawat | Bangkok | 2026 Michelin Plate | , | , |
| Dusit Gourmet | Bangkok | No published awards | , | , |
| Dusit Thani Bangkok | Bangkok | No published awards | , | , |
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How Cento Bangkok Verdict, Hours & Smart Casual Dress Code compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Cento?
Start with the confirmed basics: Cento is in Bangkok, has Star Wine List (2026) recognition, follows a smart casual dress code, runs nightly from 5:30 PM to 12 AM. Go in with those facts in mind rather than assuming a specific cuisine, chef-driven format, price range, or seating layout. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
What should I order at Cento?
Specific dishes are not verified here. The strongest confirmed signal is Star Wine List (2026) recognition, so it is reasonable to treat wine recognition as part of the appeal, but the food offering should be checked directly with the venue. If you want a venue with a clearer dining format, compare it with Dusit Gourmet instead. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
Can I eat at the bar at Cento?
The verified information does not confirm Cento's seating layout, bar seating, or service format. What is confirmed is that the venue is in Bangkok, follows a smart casual dress code, is open daily from 5:30 PM to 12 AM. Vertigo is another venue to keep in mind for comparison. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
Is Cento good for a special occasion?
It can be, if the occasion fits the confirmed details: Bangkok location, smart casual dress, daily 5:30 PM to 12 AM hours, Star Wine List (2026) recognition. Dusit Thani Bangkok is a useful comparison for broader planning.
What are alternatives to Cento?
Consider Vertigo, Dusit Gourmet, Dusit Thani Bangkok depending on the kind of outing you want. Pho Tha Bo and Si Sawat may also be worth comparing if your priority shifts toward a different option. Cento makes the most sense when its confirmed evening hours, smart casual dress code, Star Wine List recognition fit the plan.
