La Bottega Enoteca, the beloved Joo Chiat pizzeria, has solidified its reputation on the world stage. Chef-owner Antonio Miscellaneo secured the 85th position on the global Top 100 pizzaiolos ranking at The Best Pizza Awards 2026, making it Singapore’s highest-ranked pizzeria and marking his fourth consecutive year on the prestigious list.
The awards ceremony took place in Milan on June 24, organized by the same team behind The Best Chef Awards. An independent panel of culinary professionals from over 60 countries evaluated candidates based on a holy trinity of criteria: authenticity, creativity, and consistency. This year, Singapore claimed two spots on the global list, with Antonio Brancato of ANTO Pizza e Aperitivi taking the 91st position.
Miscellaneo’s journey to pizza stardom began quietly. The Belluno-born chef launched his career with Casa Nostra, a home-based private dining concept, before opening La Bottega Enoteca in the vibrant Joo Chiat neighborhood. He later partnered with Ebb & Flow Group to launch Casa Vostra, which has since expanded to outlets at Raffles City, Jem, and most recently, Tampines Mall.
A Fourth Year on the Global Stage
Since debuting on the Top 100 rankings in 2023, Miscellaneo has never dropped off—a feat that speaks to both consistency and quality. La Bottega had already turned heads in March when it landed the 31st spot on the 50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific 2026 list. The new global ranking cements its position as a destination for serious pizza enthusiasts.
What sets La Bottega apart? Every pizza begins with carefully sourced Italian ingredients and dough developed using the restaurant’s signature patient-proofing method. The result is a crust that balances chew and crisp, supporting toppings that showcase regional Italian traditions.
From Home-Based Beginnings to an Italian Empire
Miscellaneo has built one of Singapore’s strongest Italian restaurant portfolios without much fanfare. His approach emphasizes substance over flash: meticulous sourcing, rigorous technique, and a commitment to the fundamentals of Neapolitan and Roman-style pies.
The restaurant has also become a hub for international pizza talent. Over the past few years, La Bottega has hosted globally acclaimed pizzaiolos, including Roberto Davanzo of Bob Alchimia a Spicchi (world No. 2), Jacopo Mercuro of 180 Grammi Pizzeria Romana (No. 8), and Massimiliano Prete of Sestogusto (No. 26). These collaborations have turned the Joo Chiat space into something of a pilgrimage site for pizza lovers.
What This Means for Singapore’s Dining Scene
The double showing on The Best Pizza Awards list underscores Singapore’s growing reputation as a serious player in the global pizza landscape. With two pizzaiolos ranked among the world’s top 100, the city-state now holds its own against traditional pizza capitals in Italy, Japan, and the United States.
For diners, the takeaway is clear: Singapore’s pizza scene has matured beyond novelty. La Bottega Enoteca offers a benchmark for what’s possible when passion, technique, and quality ingredients converge.
La Bottega Enoteca is located at 346 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427596. Reservations can be made through the restaurant’s website.
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