The story
Tucked away near Castello Ursino, Plant Lab has quickly become a go‑to for creative plant‑based eating in Catania. The Frama Twins, who reviewed the spot across three visits, raved about the soy kebab—marinated in salmoriglio and described as “cheap, tasty, and a perfect street food option.” They also singled out the tofu burger and the vegan dark chocolate dessert, noting that everything is fresh, flavorful, and served in fully compostable packaging.
With a 4.9‑star rating, this casual vegetarian restaurant proves that vegan food in Sicily can be both inventive and deeply satisfying. The twins declared they’d “definitely come back,” and between the kebabs, the Box Vegana, and the tofu croquettes, it’s easy to see why. Plant Lab is a bright, modern spot that turns familiar street‑food cravings into something entirely its own.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2023.
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AI summary of what 7 dish mentions say about the food
Plant Lab’s standout soy kebab wins praise for its smoky depth, while the overall vibe is a warm, plant-forward celebration that feels both inventive and comforting.
“These soy kebabs are amazing. They cost only €1 each, so we got three for €3. They're made with salmoriglio, a local Catania sauce. Last time they were more soaked in it, this time a bit less, but still really good. It's soy, not meat, but it tastes almost like meat — you can tell it's different but it's delicious. The place is near Castello Ursino, so you get a nice square too. I'd definitely recommend these, they're a great vegan street food option.”
What creators say
3 creators have covered Plant Lab. Most active: Frama Twins
A great vegan spot near Castello Ursino — the soy kebabs are cheap, tasty, and a perfect street food option.
Dishes mentioned
Kebab di Soia
These soy kebabs are amazing. They cost only €1 each, so we got three for €3. They're made with salmoriglio, a local Catania sauce. Last time they were more soaked in it, this time a bit less, but still really good. It's soy, not meat, but it tastes almost like meat — you can tell it's different but it's delicious. The place is near Castello Ursino, so you get a nice square too. I'd definitely recommend these, they're a great vegan street food option.
- Frama TwinsLoved
STREET FOOD VEGANO A CATANIA💚 il miglior cibo vegano catanese #foodtour #catania #food #vegan #veg · @ 0:38
Delicious vegan kebab skewers marinated in salmoriglio — a must-try.
Dishes mentioned
- Kebab di Soia
- Frama TwinsLoved
CIBO VEGANO A CATANIA | DOVE MANGIARE VEGANO A CATANIA | Abbiamo mangiato carne di soia · @ 7:25
A fantastic vegan and vegetarian spot in Catania with creative dishes — the soy kebab and tofu burger are standouts. Everything is compostable, the food is fresh and flavourful, and we'll definitely come back.
Dishes mentioned
- Kebab di Soia
Box Vegana
This box has steamed rice, soy caponata with salmoriglio, blanched cauliflower, sautéed chard, caramelised onion and toasted hazelnuts. It has a strong flavour — I really like it. I'd come here just for the soy kebab with salmoriglio. The box looks small but it's packed full.
Tofu Burger
This is a tofu burger with seaweed tofu, popcorn crust, mixed salad, cucumbers, red onion and lemon mayo. When you bite into it, you immediately feel it's not a meat burger. The popcorn crust is delicate. You taste the tofu, onion and salad, and the lemon mayo leaves an aftertaste — it's not classic mayo. It's packed full. The bun costs €8. It's so fresh, and when your teeth sink in, all the salmoriglio juice bursts out. It's incredible.
Crocchetta di Tofu
They told us to try the tofu croquette — it's simple but it reminds you a bit of fish. The tofu tastes like fish. They made it just now, it's hot. With the lemon squeezed on it, you really get that lemon flavour, and it does remind me of fish, but not completely — just slightly.
Dolce Vegano al Cioccolato Fondente
This dessert is very pretty and Instagrammable. It has dark chocolate sponge in little pieces, red fruit jam, almonds and a coconut milk foam. The red fruit jam gives it all this freshness in the mouth — it's really fresh and good. You can also taste the hazelnuts, they add crunch. I thought it would be a classic little dessert but it's really good.
