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For vegetarians it can often be difficult to find places to eat with decent vegetarian options, especially if you are traveling in a foreign country. Romans love good food and with the wealth of pasta and vegetable dishes found in Italian cuisine, opportunities for vegetarian dishes are plentiful. Scattered throughout Rome are restaurants that specialize in vegetarian food and strive to offer a variety of tasty dishes that bring out the best in Italian and other flavors.
Margutta Ristorante
Margutta Ristorante, located in central Rome, is an upscale vegetarian restaurant that serves brunch, lunch, dinner and also has weekend buffets. Margutta's menu revolves with the seasons and according to new trends in vegetarian cuisine and the chef uses all organic foods. Examples of dishes include artichoke hearts with potato cubes and smoked provolone cheese, frittelline golden corn and Parmesan fusilli with vegetarian sauce, and cheese ravioli. Desserts and an extensive wine menu are also available. Margutta's also showcases local artwork and has occasional live music.
Margutta Ristorante
Via Margutta
118 Rome, Italy 00187
06 32650577
ilmargutta.it
Arancia Blu
Located in the San Lorenzo, University area of Rome, Arancia Blu serves dinner on weekdays, and lunch and dinner on weekends. Arancia Blue specializes in handmade pastas and has extensive offerings of wine, craft beers, tea and desserts. Dishes include unique variations such as quiche with leeks and almonds, lasagna with radicchio and Trevigiano and Taleggio cheese, and ravioli with cream of potato, Gorgonzola and asparagus.
Arancia Blu
Via Prenestina, 396
00171 Rome, Italy
06 4454105
aranciabluroma.com
Beehive Café
For something more casual, try the Beehive Café. Located just down the street from Rome's central train station and part of The Beehive Hotel, the Beehive Café is a vegetarian breakfast joint that uses only organic ingredients. Menu items include granola, vegetable omelets and french toast. Sweet treats include crepes, tarts, cookies, cakes and pies. A full-service espresso bar is also available.
Beehive Café
Via Marghera 8
00185 Rome, Italy
06 44704553
the-beehive.com
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