Hotel Sarina Dhaka Relaunches Risotto with a Refined Contemporary Italian Dining Experience
Hotel Sarina Dhaka on October 8 marks the official relaunch of Risotto, its contemporary Italian dining destination, introducing a refreshed identity, a carefully curated menu and an elevated restaurant experience inspired by the flavours, warmth and dining traditions of Italy.
Located within the five-star setting of Hotel Sarina Dhaka, Risotto has been reimagined as an elegant, reservation-led restaurant for guests seeking authentic Italian cuisine, attentive service and a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere.
A Complete Journey Through Italian Cuisine
The renewed concept is guided by the philosophy “Tradizione Italiana. Spirito Contemporaneo.” It combines respect for Italian culinary tradition with contemporary presentation, refined hospitality and a dining environment designed for intimate dinners, business engagements, family celebrations and special occasions.
The new menu moves beyond any single category to present a balanced Italian dining experience—from the opening antipasti to the final espresso and dessert.
Guests may begin with dishes such as Burrata Pugliese with heirloom tomatoes and aged balsamic, Carpaccio di Manzo with Parmigiano and truffle dressing, chargrilled Polpo alla Griglia, pan-seared Gamberi all’Aglio, or the comforting Italian classic Melanzane alla Parmigiana.
The restaurant also introduces an element of tableside theatre with its Caesar Salad Tradizionale, prepared beside the guest, alongside familiar Italian soups such as Minestrone della Casa and a rich wild-mushroom Crema di Funghi finished with truffle oil.
Risotto at the Heart of the Restaurant
True to its name, risotto remains central to the restaurant’s culinary identity. The menu presents four distinctive interpretations, including wild mushroom and truffle risotto, saffron risotto with grilled prawns, seafood risotto and the restaurant’s signature preparation featuring Carnaroli rice, porcini mushrooms, beef tenderloin, Parmigiano and black-truffle jus.
Each risotto is prepared to highlight the texture, depth and careful technique that define one of Italy’s most celebrated dishes.
Handcrafted Pasta and Neapolitan-Inspired Pizza
The pasta selection reflects the diversity and regional character of Italian cooking. Guests can discover Tagliatelle al Ragù di Manzo, Spaghetti alle Vongole, lobster Linguine all’Astice, and handmade ricotta and spinach ravioli served with sage brown butter and Parmigiano.
Risotto’s pizzas are made with freshly prepared dough and a focus on traditional flavours. The selection ranges from the timeless Margherita and vegetable-led Ortolana to Quattro Formaggi, spicy beef-salami Diavola di Manzo, and the restaurant’s signature pizza with porcini mushrooms, beef tenderloin, rocket and truffle cream.
Premium Ingredients and Timeless Main Courses
The experience continues with a selection of secondi, or Italian main courses, created for guests who appreciate premium ingredients and confident, uncomplicated flavours.
Highlights include Mediterranean-style pan-roasted sea bass, crispy Pollo alla Milanese, slow-braised beef cheek with creamy polenta, and herb-crusted lamb rack served with smoked eggplant and rosemary jus.
The meal concludes with classic Italian desserts, including Risotto’s signature Tiramisù, vanilla panna cotta, Cannolo Siciliano, Torta Caprese and Affogato al Caffè.
A New Look and a More Refined Dining Experience
The relaunch introduces more than a new menu. Risotto returns with a refreshed ambience intended to transport guests closer to Italy through its visual character, presentation, service style and overall dining journey.
The new atmosphere brings together contemporary sophistication and the warmth traditionally associated with Italian hospitality. Carefully considered table settings, attentive service and polished food presentation support the restaurant’s positioning as a formal Italian dining destination.
Advance reservations are strongly encouraged, and guests are invited to observe a smart and elegant dress code in keeping with the restaurant’s refined setting.
Italian Dining, Reintroduced in Dhaka
At its heart, Risotto celebrates the Italian belief that a memorable meal is shaped not only by what is served, but also by the people, conversation and moments shared around the table.
With its renewed ambience, carefully selected menu, signature risottos, handcrafted pasta, freshly prepared pizzas, premium main courses, traditional desserts and personalised service, Risotto offers Dhaka a complete contemporary Italian dining experience within the hospitality of Hotel Sarina Dhaka.