Vegan
Pizza
Italian
Beer/Wine
Delivery
Take-out
Family-owned vegan restaurant with roman style cuisine, seasonal dishes, and pizza. Dishes include carbonara, amatriciana, cacio e pepe, gricia, and veganized traditional desserts. Reservations required; book through the restaurant website. LGBTQ+ friendly. Note: Previously veg options only, but fully vegan since 1st March 2023. Open Tue-Sun 11:00-23:00. Closed Mon.
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- Outdoor seating
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- Free Wi-Fi
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1227 Reviews
First Review by lotustummy
Si.mo.na.
Points +745
Cucina romana in chiave vegana - Edit
Piatti della tradizione in chiave vegan. Finalmente dopo anni e anni sono riuscita a mangiare una carbonara.
Read moreAssolutamente da provare se passate a Roma, bisogna prenotare in anticipo perché è sempre pieno
Pros: Piatti tradizionali della cucina Romana, Atmosfera , Personale gentile
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AvivaSharon
Points +16
great place with wonderful dishes and service - Edit
I came to the restaurant in 2018 and once I got to know the place, I went back there a few more days. Many vegan dishes and each one is tastier than the other. I have also recommended to friends and family. Thank you for a great place with wonderful service.
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lesliegunn
Points +261
Literally the best food I’ve ever had - Edit
The zucchini lasagna with squash blossom cream was literally my favorite meal I’ve ever had. They serve first & second courses but pace yourself because the servings were pretty decent and we could have had 2 rather than 3 dishes to share between us! Also allow some time- it was extremely busy and took about an hour and a half for us to have dinner. Definitely need a reservation but definitely worth it!
Read morePros: Delicious food , Large portions , Relaxed environment
Cons: Very busy so make sure to reserve a table
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Steph_de_Bxl
Points +320
Bon mais rien d'extraordinaire - Edit
La carte est intéressante car elle reprend beaucoup de spécialités italiennes mais les plats sont finalement sans surprise et sans recherche (des carrés de tofu nature à peine marinés dans un antipasti par exemple). Bref, il manque ce quelque chose qui en ferait un restaurant d'un cran supérieur. Et puis personnellement, avoir une table toute collante, j'ai du mal...
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CraigGunnett
Points +168
Does not disappoint - Edit
We had the saltimbocca, zucchini lasagne, and the carbonara. Also a cupola for dessert. Let me tell you, you better be very hungry if you are planning a primi secondi as the portions are not small. Everything was great. The zucchini lasagne was the best food we had in Rome, the saltimbocca was dangerously close to being confused with a non vegan meal, and the carbonara was good as well. Prices were very reasonable with wine, starter, two pastas , a shared secondi, and a dessert for 60 euro. Fantastico!
Read morePros: Lasagne, Authenticity, Price
Cons: Very small tables
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siobhank
Points +475
Authentically Italian, but vegan - Edit
LOVE this place. Their vegan carbonara is to die for, as are their pizzas. A real gem in the centre of Rome and a must-visit if you’re vegan and want to support a family business.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-06-28
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Seatown_vegan
Points +9005
This wasn’t it for me - Edit
There were things that were good but overall it just wasn’t it for me. I enjoyed all 3 of the appetizers I had: Arancini, croquettes and bruschetta. The pasta I got (I don’t remember the name) was not good at all. The noodles seemed undercooked, in my opinion. My dessert was good as well. Everything was good except the most important dish, the pasta. I think I may have just ordered the wrong thing.
Read moreIt was affordable, in my opinion. 2 glasses of wine, 3 appetizers, pasta, and dessert for about 42 euros.
Updated from previous review on 2023-06-26
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BruceLang
Points +116
Beyond amazing - Edit
Home made. Excellent. Tasty.
Read morePros: Menu, Zucchini lasagne, Staff
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Creep
Points +34
Piccolo ma che qualità - Edit
Piatti tipici della tradizione Romana rivisti in chiave Vegana, splendida è lodevole iniziativa
Read morePros: Cibo, Cordialità , Location
Cons: Un po’ piccolo, Meglio prenotare, Spazio ridotto sul tavolo, un po’ scomodo
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VPhili
Points +216
We loved this spot - Edit
We had a pasta dish each, plus shared a pizza.
Read moreThe carbonara was super eggy - I’ve no idea how they managed this without over salting it (my downfall with kala Namak). I know this has mixed reviews, but we really enjoyed the flavour.
The courgette flower lasagne was just delicious. I would absolutely order again in a heartbeat. It was rich, but so flavoursome.
We had the faux sausage pizza. I’m not a massive faux-meat fan, but my husband loves it so I mainly went with his choice. The base and cheeze were great, and overall I still enjoyed this and he loved it.
We will go back when in Rome again!
Pros: 100% vegan, Varied menu
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zabbii
Points +98
Not good… - Edit
I feel really bad saying this but I have zero understanding of why this place has such good reviews. We had the carbonara and is was not good at all. Tasted very(!!) artificial.. I’ve had really good vegan carbonara elsewhere and this was not even close to good..
Read moreSarilein
Good to know
Read moreSeatown_vegan
Ouch! I’m coming to Rome in a few days and planned to come here. Now I’m skeptical. Any chance it was just an off night?
Read morezabbii
@seatown_vegan I have no idea. All the really good reviews have been confusing to me. We might have gotten a weird batch or maybe people were just glad to find a vegan place in Rome so they were happy with whatever they got. I have no idea.. 😕 All I know is the food we got was not good, there’s no confusion about that..
Read moreSeatown_vegan
Appreciate the input!
Read moreSarilein
I haven’t been - so I can’t comment on the food here, but the lasagne at Col Cavolo is worth trying 🤓
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svalt
Points +86
Great vegan food - Edit
Cozy vegan restaurant with classic Italian dishes and friendly staff. Highly recommend dessert.
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WendiLilly-Bare
Points +144
Classic Italian - Edit
Went for a dinner and it did not disappoint. We had salad, wine and pasta and it was amazing.
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Dana1702
Points +730
A must visit - Edit
This restaurant is amazing. The staff is so friendly, they offer a wide range of delicious, traditional dishes and they are all vegan!
Read moreEverything tastes amazing and the restaurant is really comfortable. Just make sure to make a reservation!
You most definitely have to visit this restaurant!
Pros: All vegan, Delicious and green looking dishes, Friendly
Cons: You have to make a reservation
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Squiid
Points +872
INCREDIBLE - Edit
Extensive menu. Need reservations. Got a pasta, potato croquette, and “steak” and potatoes. Best steak I’ve ever had!!! Wow!! Pasta was also incredible and the croquetas wow! 11/10
Read morePros: Steak!!, Friendly staff
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Stefano97
Points +1358
Obligatory stop in Rome - Edit
One of the best places I've ever been. Simply spectacular, and the price is really honest for typical Roman cuisine. Really really well done.
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SofiaKarlsson
Points +160
Best food I've had in Rome - Edit
Delicious food, tried one of the pizzas and the pasta carbonara and both were amazing, best food I've had in Rome. Lovely staff and fast service, and a cute outdoorsy seating. Removing one star for a slightly bland pannacotta I had for desert. Really busy - recommendations are definitely required, many people were turned away.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-06-04
Pros: Delicious food, Fast service, Lovely atmosphere
Cons: Bland pannacotta
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SaraDei
Points +173
Best vegan restaurant I've ever been - Edit
Rifugio Romano is the best vegan restaurant I've ever been to. Trust me, if you go to Rome you cannot miss it. I say that even though we were seating in the outdoor covered space, which is not as comfortable as the indoor. The food experience was so good that we wanted to go again two days later! Rifugio Romano offers vegan versions of the traditional Roman cuisine plates such as carbonara, amatriciana, saltimbocca alla romana, and so on. When veganising traditional recipes, sometimes it feels like you're having an imitation. Here, it tastes like the real deal. It's generous and hearty, comfort food at its very best. Can't wait to go again!
Read morePros: Vegan version of traditional Roman plates, Generous portions, So tasty
Cons: Small and always busy, needs advanced booking, Outdoor seating not as comfortable
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annalised
Points +422
Wish I could go back! - Edit
I love a fully vegan place, and I love Italian food. So great to find both in this place! We got 2 pasta dishes, wine, and salad. The pasta was well done and good textures, but not super flavorful. (This wouldn’t deter me from going back and trying another fish!) Good portion sizes and good prices in a cozy Italian kitchen style interior. I hope to visit if we’re ever in Rome again!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-06-03
Pros: Fully vegan, Good prices, Cozy
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westmore07
Points +28
fairly priced - Edit
started with the vegan croquettes and got the asparagus lasagna. both items were excellent. had to get the tiramisu to take home too!
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GennyM
Points +779
A must when you visit Rome, the most authentic italian vegan food you will find! - Edit
Totally vegan, the dishes are all the tipical italian traditional dishes you can never find anywhere in vegan. Everything tastes absolutely amazing for a good price!!!
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hanny102
Points +95
Excellent authentic Italian cuisine - Edit
We went to dinner here twice during our stay in Rome. The first night we had a salad and pizza. The salad wasn’t very good. The pizza was pretty good. The second night we ordered pasta dishes and Toramisu and it was all amazing.
Read morePros: Tiramisu , Pasta
Cons: Salad
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francesca04
Points +96
Tradizione veg - Edit
Prima volta in questo ristorante, ne avevo sentito tanto parlare e le aspettative non sono state tradite! Piatti che richiamano la tradizionale cucina romana da trattoria, dosi abbondanti e prezzo onestissimo.
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lauraom01
Points +20
Amazing - Edit
We had a lovely meal. The carbonara is the best vegan carbonara I’ve ever tasted.
Read moreMust book when in Rome
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giuseppe63
Points +41
Vegano senza accorgersene - Edit
Un ambiente dove si viene accolti con simpatia e professionalità. Assolutamente da provare per assaporare la versione Veg dei grandi classici della cucina romana
Read morePros: Servizio , Cibo, Rapporto qualità/prezzo
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Shoytze
Points +583
So much flavor! - Edit
Make a reservation! You can get them the night before but not the night of. Or order them for take-out.
Read moreEverything was delicious and packed with flavor. The carbonara actually tasted like it had egg, it was so close to the real thing. And of course dessert was amazing. We got the Barchetta and the cream was perfection. We weren’t alway sure what everything was, but their menu has pictures of every dish and an English description
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BenneKerver
Points +118
Roman Vegan Food Experience! - Edit
Very popular place, so make sure to get your reservation in time. Very delicious variety of real Italian and Roman food. I started with some Bruschetta & Cannelloni as starter and I had a pizza as main dish. The portions are quite large and the price/quality is very good. Definitely a must visit when in Rome as vegan!
Read morePros: Authentic Roman Food, Delicious Food, Good Portions
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