soul kitchen il ristorante In Genova

Creative and excellent dishes, a friendly welcome, and a warm atmosphere. We loved it! We'll be back if we have the chance, thank you!

A restaurant right in the center of Genoa. The appetizer (tramezzino) was good, and the main course (buns) was excellent. Excellent service, very friendly. If I were to nitpick, the atmosphere was a bit cold upon arrival (the music helped 😃). If I may... Constructive criticism for Cannavacciuolo 😗... the tramezzino is more like a big biscuit... as soon as you put it in your mouth it breaks, making it difficult to eat (did I say that because I'm watching all the episodes of Kitchen Nightmares??). All in all, this place definitely deserves a shout-out because they give us vegetarians the opportunity to choose from a full menu just for us! Keep up the good work!

Somewhat hidden among the alleyways of Genoa, my wife and I discovered a true gem of vegan cuisine. The menu is entirely vegan and vegetarian, and the dishes are all highly refined and unique, but above all, truly delicious. The atmosphere is also very beautiful and welcoming, with good music, rich and varied furnishings, and many fascinating musical references and memorabilia. The staff is friendly and professional, and very attentive to allergies. The prices are affordable, like a normal restaurant. There's also a wide and interesting selection of wines and beers, including local ones. In short, it's definitely worth a try; even non-vegans like me won't be disappointed. We dined there twice during our short stay in Genoa, and if we ever return, a stop here will definitely be a must. Congratulations!

Thank you Aria you are the best!! Very delicious

The best vegan food we've ever eaten in 13 years of veganism. In the dishes we chose, from appetizers to desserts, we found quality, seasonality, and a lot of love. We can't wait to return!!

Delicious cuisine in a Genoa alleyway near Porto Antico. Vegan, veggie, and absolutely fantastic!

The food was high-quality and fresh! Highly recommended! :))

Based on my experience frequenting vegan restaurants, I can say that, in my opinion, it's among the best I've encountered. The menu, which varies—I believe intentionally, also due to the seasonality of the ingredients—enjoys vegetarian, vegan, and even raw vegan options. The flavors are exceptional and always distinctive on the palate. Imagination, creativity, and a love of cooking are evident in every course. Truly special! 1000% recommended.

A welcoming and refined atmosphere. Very good vegan dishes and generous portions. Recommended even for omnivores. Average prices. Excellent experience.

I would have loved to give this restaurant a 5-star rating, if it wasn't for a small conflict we experienced with the service. Looking for a place that served a vegan pasta pesto dish typical of Genova, we stumbled upon Soul Kitchen – a cosy and authentic-looking spot with traditional Italian dishes. My girlfriend instantly fell in love with the pasta carbonara, made with a delicious carrot cream sauce and incredibly good seitan “pancetta.” “The best carbonara I’ve ever tried,” said my Milanese girlfriend. A dish worth coming back for. I ordered what I came for: the vegan pasta pesto. After the first bite, I was blown away – a heavenly dish made from simple, fresh ingredients. However, a few bites in, I crunched down on what I immediately recognized as grains of sand – likely from unwashed basil or leafy greens. Being a plant-based chef myself, I’ve made that mistake before. I kindly informed the waiter, who offered to bring me a new plate. He suggested it might be from ground nuts used in the sauce. While nuts add creaminess, soft ones like cashews or pine nuts wouldn’t explain a gritty texture. Unfortunately, the second plate had the same issue. I sent it back again. That’s when the atmosphere changed. My girlfriend overheard someone at the bar say, “It’s his problem, not ours. Who is this? I want to talk to him.” Soon after, the owner approached us. She insisted it was unlikely there was dirt due to hydroponic basil, and that they’d never had this complaint before. She even said she’d try the dish herself. After tasting it, she admitted she experienced the same thing – but still blamed salt, nuts, or tempeh. I didn’t want to play the “I’m a chef too” card, so I let it go. But I knew what I tasted wasn’t salt – it didn’t dissolve. It wasn’t nuts or tempeh either. Eventually, I got the gnocchi, which was fantastic. But the experience left a bitter aftertaste. Instead of staying professional and apologizing, pride got in the way. We got a discount, which was kind – but we left embarrassed. Still, the food is worth trying. Hopefully the cook washes the vegetables before your visit.