Vegan-friendly
Indian
Italian
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Maurizio, the owner has been vegan since 1983, and so offers 7-8 vegan dishes including pasta, Indian-style rice, legumes and veggies. Others can be made vegan upon request. He speaks Italian, English, French, German and Hindi and perhaps other languages.
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Last update on 10 Jan 2023 by pawelz
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10 Reviews
First Review by fievos
SaraV01
Points +223
Consigliatissimo - Edit
Il proprietario è vegano da 55 anni ed è super disponibile e gentile.
Read moreHanno piatti onnivori, vegetariani e vegani e quello che abbiamo preso era piacevole e ci ha soddisfatte. Come dolce vegano avevano dei biscotti speziati fatti a mano veramente buoni (ne ho comprato anche una confezione).
Considerato il luogo i prezzi mi sembrano nella norma.
Guest
GaiaTh
Points +19
Maurizio’s moved to 9852 home restaurant - Edit
Volevo informarvi che Maurizio e la sua cucina vegano si sono spostati al “9852 vulcano home restaurant” molto vicino alla vecchia location e molto vicino al Conad supermercati sempre in Vulcano. Oltre al suo menù troverete anche una buona pizzeria e un menu’ non- vegetariano che rispecchia la tradizione culinaria vulcanara,una location all’aperto in mezzo al verde e tanti sorrisi. La nuova apertura a stagionale e’prevista per il 15 aprile 2025. Vi aspettiamo!!!
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momotti
Points +16
Adorable - Edit
The owner is vegan so he totally understands the needs and he is able to give you vegan options for some of the dishes of the menu. I loved it.
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FXLPEP
Points +61
Fabulous! Maurizio is the Best Host on Vulcano! - Edit
This restaurant has something for everyone! Since the owner, Maurizio is a long time vegan himself we knew we were in good hands. Four stars is the highest rating Happy Cow allows for a restaurant that is not completely vegan, but this is place is definitely worth a visit. Maurizio greeted us and our omnivore friends and after some pleasant conversation he knew just what to serve us all. We (the vegans) were served a delicious eggplant in a rich Berber sauce, black beans, and a vegan eggplant Parmesan (we love eggplant!) all of which paired beautifully with Maurizio’s wine suggestions. Our omnivore dinner companions were served delicious fresh fish entrees. For dessert we had wonderful crispy cookies dipped in sweet wine. All of us were impressed with the quality of the food and had a super fun time at this very special restaurant. We all decided that our dining experience was like going to dinner at a good friend’s house that just happens to be a great chef! Our advice is to trust Maurizio’s intuition and let him guide your dinner (and wine) choices. He’s been doing this a long time and loves his job!
Read morePros: Maurizio is passionate about food and hosting, Fresh ingredients carefully prepared , Great value and we felt like honored guests!
Guest
danthejuiceman52
Points +198
Vegan pasta - Edit
The owner is vegan and loves serving other vegans.
Read moreGreat food, pleasant service and an all around nice time.
I asked for hot pepper and he picked one outside the door.
Pros: Good vibes , Good food
Cons: None
Guest
pawelz
Points +198
Hidden gem! - Edit
The owner of this place claims he's been vegan for over 40 years. When he heard I am vegan, he didn't even let me order, only asked "wine (yes/no)?" and kept putting amazing food in front of me.
Read moreI understand HappyCow's rule "no 5 star unless exclusively vegan", but if any place deserves 5 star, this is the one.
Pros: The owner is a long time vegan., Quality of food., Entertaining chat with the owner.
Guest
MissCalisthenics
Points +90
Pasta vegano con mucho amor - Edit
Diversas opciones de pasta vegana. El propietario, muy gentil. Nos ha ofrecido por cortesía, unos entrantes veganos, riquísimos. Atención excelente. Recomendado al 100%.
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Points +23763
Maurizio La Forgia - 5 Stars, Excellent Service - Edit
I ate at Maurizio’s restaurant today and was enamored by Maurizio’s charming personality and service. He says he’s been vegan for 40 years yet I can see why he would have fish on his menu given the restaurant is in Sicily (not that I am OK with fish, just saying).
Read moreMaurizio kindly went through the menu with me to let me know which items could be made vegan (see attached photo). I went with the olive oil pasta with olives and capers and really loved it. He also picked a pepper from outside for me to add to my pasta! Maurizio also gave us a taste of the vegan caponata and vegan biscotti dessert with a sweet Sicilian wine, which was very nice. The food was great overall.
Another reviewer said the options are limited to basic things like pasta…but honestly, this is mostly what the restaurant offers aside from fish dishes. The pasta dishes were executed well and better quality than you’d find at a typical Italian restaurant. 😀
Finally, Maurizio kindly gave me advice on other Sicilian food items that are vegan friendly without me even asking. He’s super nice!
Updated from previous review on 2022-08-30
Guest
bendufeu
Points +235
Nice cafe. Didn't have a menu - Edit
The owner fully understands vegan food and I got a really a Nice selection of food after he examined to me what was vegan. I think I got more than I ordered but the price was very good. A Few vegan options.
Read morePros: Tasty , Nice athmosphere
Cons: No nenu don't even think an Italian one.
Guest
fievos
Points +358
A few vegan options, could do better - Edit
This seems to be a local institution, and when we visited it was packed - reservations seem to be a must. The owner, the eponymous Maurizio, is friendly and helpful with suggestions, and the food met the usual high standard of Italian restaurants. The range of vegan options, however, is not really much greater than the usual options of pasta or cheese-free pizzas you will find in most Italian restaurants - when we visited there was a vegetable curry and a plate of black lentils. Coupled with the fact that the service was very slow, I cannot recommend this place without reservations. Hopefully Maurizio's vegan clients, attracted by its presence on Happy Cow, will encourage them to broaden their range of plant-based dishes.
Read morePros: Generally good food, A few more options than most Italian restaurants, Friendly staff
Cons: Vegan menu could be larger, Slow service
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