LOV Osteria Vegetariana

Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. We found a hair in one of the starters, and overall the food quality did not meet our expectations. Considering the high prices, we expected much better.

We're grateful that there was a table available for us eventhough we didn't make a reservation. The vegan options and allergens indications were clearly indicated on a separate menu card (ask the waiter). We had 2 delicious fresh pastas, a delicious steak & fried artichauts, vegan tofufish and chips, and desserts. An adorable place in Oltrano that we wouldn't hesitate to come back.

Friendly staff, beautiful indoor seating (although we chose to sit outside), & wonderful food. We came for the vegan options.

Delicious food, beautifully presented. Service was very friendly and considerate. I enjoyed the food, but I don’t think it was outstanding. Considering the prices, I expected more. There definitely is room for improvement in flavour and texture. I had the lemon torta fredda for desert. It had a lovely zesty tang to it, but sadly was very frozen and crumbly. I would have expected a creamier consistency. I’ve made vegan parfait before and know it requires some experimenting to perfect the texture of frozen deserts, but it is possible. Overall, I would be back to try more of their food, and so hope that the chefs up their game!

I LOVED this place! It’s definitely worth coming to if you want a nice dinner, regardless if you’re vegetarian or vegan, but definitely should come if you are veggie. I ordered a few things just to try for myself. I loved the pasta soya bolognese / ragu, while the eggplant dish was interesting I thought it was going to be more of a hot dish, baked but it wasn’t but still good, and the chocolate cake w hazelnuts I thought was also delicious. Service and ambiance were lovely. Highly recommend !!!

I hesitate to ding vegan concept Restaurants but flavors and focus matter and value for the price matters. La Osteria Vegeteriana in Florence offers a promising concept by providing a vegan and vegetarian menu, but unfortunately, they’ve also chosen to make it gluten-free. While being vegan or vegetarian is a lifestyle choice, gluten-free dining is a medical necessity for some, and the all-encompassing approach might not cater well to everyone. The menu is vast, ranging from Pad Thai to gnocchi, but this broad focus seems to spread the kitchen too thin, resulting in dishes that miss the mark. Our meal included fried mushroom, polenta cake, gnocchi, sausage and beans, quinoa cabbage roll, and pancetta. Sadly, each dish was easily forgettable. Portion sizes are incredibly small, especially considering the high prices. The wine list is not impressive, featuring only one subpar wine available by the glass. Service was ok, we asked for that said glass of wine and they completely forgot to deliver until prompted. Overall, while La Osteria Vegeteriana has the right idea in providing diverse vegan and vegetarian options, it needs to refine its focus and execution to truly stand out.

Went here for dinner on the patio after reading great reviews. Was not disappointed. The quiet location not far off from the ponte vecchio is splendid and has a nice ambiance. The food itself is delicious, and I appreciate the range of the menu. There are many vegan twists on Italian classics but also meals inspired by other cultures. The staff were very friendly and although there were a few hiccups in the service, I don’t hold that against them. We were offered a free dessert due to a miscommunication about a substitution on the dolce menu. Would highly recommend this restaurant to vegans and non-vegans alike.

Pasta was delicious! We got the spinach and ricotta ravioli with butter and sage along with the carbonara tartufo. Both dishes were great so Highly recommend for pasta & dessert. The cheesecake with chocolate was amazing and the perfect way to finish the meal. Great for allergies. AIC kitchen for celiacs. With all vegetarian options & many vegan options.