Carluccio's, Islington

Carluccio’s is a national chain of contemporary Italian caffès serving up dishes of starters, pastas, mains, sides and salads. Throughout the menu you will find clearly labelled vegan offerings as well as dishes which can be made vegan on request. With vegan offerings ranging from fresh, daily made Homebaked Focaccia to Crostini Al Funghi with sautéed kale and from Spaghetti con Polpette di Pane to the roasted butternut squash Zucca con Verdure Arrostite, there should be something to satisfy every palate and appetite. There are also vegan desserts. There is a separate gluten-free menu which includes vegan options and further dishes which can be made vegan. The menus are changed regularly throughout the year, so it’s best to check on the website to see what’s currently on offer. Also, check the website of the venue you wish to visit to check for local facilities such as WiFi and disabled access. Carluccio’s was also a founding member of the Sustainable Restaurants Association, constantly seeking better ways to interact with our environment.