Italian
Non-veg

Serves meat, vegan options available. Small restaurant using fresh and local ingredients. Has clearly marked vegan dishes for starter, first and main course. Also offers vegan deserts and several vegan side dishes. Open Mon-Wed 12:00-14:30, Mon-Fri 18:30-22:30, Fri-Sun 12:00-14:30, Sat-Sun 18:30-23:00.


60 Reviews

First Review by SannyB

victoria16

Points +187

Vegan
22 Oct 2025

Vegan options clearly labeled

Tried the Sicilian meatballs which were made from chickpeas and aubergine, they were quite “wet” and less like meatballs but tasty and had these with the roast potatoes which were nice.

mikkelmuan

Points +29

Vegan
12 Oct 2025

Plenty vegan options

Their menu card has markings on which dishes are vegan. Not super much to choose from, but not disappointing as a restaurant with vegan options. I think there were two or three options for starters, first and second course each, so much better than I other places that has maybe one or two items for vegans on the menu.

Very nice people and place 😊

Updated from previous review on 2025-10-12

n1337s

Points +40

Vegan
13 Sep 2025

Sehr leckeres veganes Essen

Wir haben zu Mittag gegessen und waren sehr begeistert. Schöne Lage gegenüber des Parkes.

Die Nudeln sind wie immer auf Sizilien Mega lecker!

Und unser veganer Nachtisch war ein wunderbarer Abschluss.

Pros: Ambiente , Freundlicher Service , Leckeres Essen mit Kennzeichnung Vegan/Vegetarisch

thecharlotte

Points +763

Vegan
13 Sep 2025

Tasty meal with clearly marked vegan options

Stumbled upon this after looking for another restaurant and the menu at Rosmarino was more appealing.
The menu had both starters, firsts and mains with vegan options and I opted for the Sicilians balls with roasted potatos paired with a glass of red wine. The wine menu was marked with a few vegan options.

linecka

Points +27

Vegan
11 Sep 2025

Overhyped for nothing

Went there one night in Taormina because of the raving reviews and ended up quite disappointed. We were seated despite having no reservation. However, when we received the bread and grissini for the table I simply asked whether it was vegan too. Quite a standard question that is too be not that unexpected at a restaurant with labeled vegan options on the menu. Had to talk to three people to get my answer. This already set the tone for the night. Bean soup as a starter was good, waiting times for the courses was good too. However, the staff didn’t pay that much attention to us. Pasta with garlic and tomatoes was underwhelming, the truffle in it was nowhere to be smelled and tasted. The orange fairy cake as a dessert and the Sicilian balls were the best dishes. Would not recommend, would not go again.

Pros: Seated without reservation, Clearly labeled vegan options, Location

Cons: Not very attentive and knowledgeable staff, Food not that great, Not that many vegan options after all

leenaka

Points +53

Vegan
17 Jul 2025

Tasty food, few options but swarm of wasps outside

The l’aglio spaghetti was so delicious. Liked the Sicilian vegetable balls in tomato sauce also. Orange fairy cake with whipped cream was a delight! Bean soup was just ok but nice to get protein after a week of carbs. Will visit again.

jessihawe

Points +1101

Vegan
05 Jun 2025

Very good but too expensive

The food is delicious, but it is just too expensive. They have clearly labeled vegan dishes, but not many choices. Staff was very nice though.

KimBoo

Points +77

Vegan
04 Jun 2025

Wanted to love it….

So looking forward to this restaurant as it has good reviews but sadly disappointed. It has clearly marked vegan/veggie options on the menu. One on each course in fact. It was all ok, nothing special. This was our 6th evening eating out in Taormina so have got used to the prices 🙄😂 and this is the one we have least liked and the most expensive. The price for what we had was ridiculous.
Go to restaurant next door instead it’s lovely ☺️

Pros: Vegan/veggie clearly marked , Vegan/veggie options on each course , The orange fairy cake desert was the best course

Cons: Atmosphere was weird. , Much too expensive for a bowl of pasta!

Bubbard

Points +1575

Vegan
12 May 2025

Amazing!

The menu is a bit limited in terms of options BUT the options on there are worth the visit! Not overly pricey and the staff are super friendly and clued up. Would give 5 stars but not fully vegan

Pros: Tasty, Great atmosphere

Cons: Limited options

itscaro

Points +51

Vegan
23 Apr 2025

Recommendable!

5 stars! (Not possible to rate because its not a completely vegan restaurant).
Clearly marked vegan options. I ate the sicilian balls - very delicious! The food was served very quickly and the staff was very friendly. The garden/location was nice & beautiful. Overall, nothing to complain - I would come again (:

Pros: Clearly marked vegan options , Quick & friendly service, Beautiful location

Cons: Bit pricey but okay

Luquino

Points +181

Vegan
19 Apr 2025

Ottime opzioni vegane

In the city center of Taormina in front of a beautifull garden
One vegan option for every type of course.
Polpette siciliane are incredibile tasty !
A bit pricy but wonderful

Pros: Vegan option, Polpetteee

Cons: Price a bit high

r_e_cook

Points +42

Vegan
23 Oct 2024

Delicious

I had the spaghetti agli olio which was simply delicious. An orange cake with whipped vegan cream for dessert. It was all excellent. It is a more fancy place.

Updated from previous review on 2024-10-23

Pros: Quality of food, Ambience, Clearly marked vegan dishes

sarahsandersonnn

Points +83

Vegan
08 Oct 2024

Very Tasty

Quite a few vegan options, great service and tasty food. Little more fancy/pricey but worth it. Would return

jeremycorbyn

Points +52

Vegan
16 Jul 2024

Food fit for an (almost) prime minister

The food was marvellous, had me the pasta and white bean sundried tomato main. A meal to remember !

~ J

Pros: Delicious food, Superb ambience

VanessaInSydney

Points +687

Vegan
18 Jun 2024

Very delicious food, clearly marked as vegan on the menu

The food at Rosmarino was divine! The dishes were marked as vegan what I always appreciate and even the wine list states which wines are vegan.
The food is on the fancier side and the staff was sooo nice.
I usually don’t eat dessert but the orange cake with vegan cream was sooo lovely.
Non vegan husband enjoyed his meals too.
The best restaurant we’ve eaten at in Taormina so far, I will most definitely come back for more.

Pros: Divine food , Clearly marked as vegan, even wine list , Staff were sooo lovely

etscott19

Points +54

Vegan
31 May 2024

Upscale dinner with interesting vegan options

This place was very beautiful and the service was amazing. It is definitely more of a fancy dinner experience. There are not many vegan options, but the vegan dishes are absolutely delicious. We had a bean soup appetizer, the aglio olio truffle pasta, and the vegan orange fairy cake. Everything was fantastic.

Pros: Delicious food, Great service

UltraMel

Points +131

Vegan
22 May 2024

An oasis for a traveling vegan

Delicious meal. We had the spaghetti with mushrooms and flaked truffle, plus a side of roast potatoes and a salad of fennel, oranges, and capers. Followed that up with a dessert of orange fairy cake, and a lemon sorbet with strawberries.

Updated from previous review on 2024-05-22

Pros: Friendly service. , Vegan variety. , Upmarket vibe.

Ambersand

Points +106

Vegan
07 Apr 2024

Great well marked vegan options including wine

There are no fully vegan restaurants in the area but Rosmarino was thoughtful, considerate, and inventive in welcoming vegans. Can get a meal antipasto to dessert fully vegan, and not just the usual no-cheese options.

Pros: Well marked menu, Vegan wine list, Thoughtful options beyond Italian standards

Cons: Is Omni

GenevaVegan

Points +430

Vegan
08 Oct 2023

Fabulous 3 course vegan loveliness!

Perfect spot - right opposite a beautiful park. Amazing food. The white bean and tomato rolls with vegan mayo were awesome. The orange cake with vegan cream for dessert was my favourite course. This restaurant is not to be missed.

dontworrybeveggy

Points +239

Vegan
05 Oct 2023

Ottime opzioni vegane!

Possibilità di scegliere tra diverse opzioni vegane, tutto ottimo. Personale cordiale, preparato e pronto a dare consigli. Meglio prenotare, molto gettonato.

Pros: Cibo, Cordialità, Scelta

Johannes94

Points +37

Vegan
18 Aug 2023

Overpriced - ambiente not nice

Very expensive place... a lot of vegan options but the quality and the taste varies!

No Recommendation

Pros: Creative Vegan Options

Cons: Not Tasty, Overpriced

Lenene

Points +892

Vegan
15 Aug 2023

A delight!

A delight for vegans and vegetarians! We loved our truffle pasta and the fennel and orange salad. I was also pleasantly surprised by my drink (green tangerine soda) The restaurant is tastefully decorated, service is efficient, and vegetarian and vegan options are clearly labelled. We didn't try their desserts as we thought it would be cheaper to go get a gelato elsewhere. But it's a must try in Taormina, before/after a stroll in the nearby gardens.

The only slight disappointment was the bread which could have been better (this is the Frenchie in me talking!) And they do serve meat, including veal...

Pros: Pasta dish, Well decorated and located, Tasty soft drinks

Cons: Bread could be better, Serving meat, Bit pricey

SimonaCristea

Points +417

Vegan
10 Aug 2023

The vegan options are a feast

Even if unfortunately the place is not vegan, they do offer delicious vegan options, and most of all I liked the diversity in one menu item. Smaller bite size of vegan goodness but this way you could try so many different things, just in one plate.

Updated from previous review on 2023-08-10

Pros: delicious food, variety of food in one plate, amazing desert

Cons: pricey

mariachiara12

Points +32

Vegan
04 Aug 2023

Great option!

The place is very beautiful. They have a clearly stated vegan option for each course (antipasto, primo, secondo and dessert), plus some side dishes. I got the vegan board and a salad on the side. I wanted to try the pasta dish but unfortunately I’m broke✌🏻. Anyway, it was all truly delicious and the staff was very kind and welcoming. It says 3$ here on happy cow but the prices are really not that high compared to the average in Taormina. Would very much recommend!

Jowita

Points +63

Vegetarian
23 Jul 2023

Disappointment

Big disappointment. Smashed potatoes with fried egg and old mushroom for 18 euros. The service is rude, next to garbage cans, flies fly on the face and food. My partner ordered vegan spaghetti, was also average. Don't waste your money, I don't know who left the previous reviews. Seriously

veganabi

Points +62

Vegan
13 Jul 2023

Best aglio e olio with mushrooms and truffle

This was a lovely spot right next to the public gardens. We ordered the spaghetti aglio E olio with mushrooms and truffle. Simple yet one of the best dishes we had.

The vegan sharing board was good too. the mini lasagne on it was the best. The rest of it was a little bland but overall nice to try the street food bits on a platter!

Pros: A few clearly labelled vegan options , Lovely setting

Cons: Pricey

EyþórEðvarðsson

Points +384

Vegan
05 Jul 2023

Tasty food and good service

I had high expectations when I came because of the review on Happy Cow. The food was tasty and the service was good. I expected more options on the menu and the side dishes were good, but not spectacular. However, the vegan starter and the spaghetti was very good and we enjoyed a nice evening.

Pros: Vegan opions in every section of the menn., Pasta was good, Good service

Cons: Not cheap , Limited choice




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