L'Orto Gia Salsamentario

L'Orto Gia Salsamentario is a vegan and raw restaurant at Via Monferrato 14/A in Borgo Po, a residential district on the east bank of the Po River in Turin, in Italy's Piedmont region. The venue is unusual in a city best known for meat-centred dishes such as bollito misto and carne cruda, and it offers a plant-based alternative built on the produce of small agricultural producers. The kitchen follows vegan and raw principles, so the menu changes with the seasons and relies on vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts and fruit rather than animal products. Seasonal vegan and raw dishes form the core of the offer, and brunch is a notable part of the week, with Turismo Torino listing brunch at up to EUR 30 (approx. $34.50) and a children's menu at EUR 10 (approx. $11.50), which signals a family-friendly approach. Pricing falls in the moderate ($$) range. Specific signature dishes are not confirmed in the information gathered, so visitors should expect a rotating seasonal selection and ask the staff what is available on the day. The dining room has a relaxed, informal character appropriate to the neighbourhood, with moderate noise and no dress code. Beverage details are not confirmed, so those who want wine or specific drinks should enquire when booking. Opening hours are not published by the tourist board, so confirming by phone on +39 011 1994 1740 before visiting is essential; the venue also has its own website, lortogiasalsamentario.it. Reservation difficulty appears low compared with the city's famous restaurants, but booking ahead is still sensible for weekend brunch or groups, and a call a day or two beforehand is typically enough. Borgo Po is a pleasant area for a walk along the river and up toward the Gran Madre church, which makes the restaurant easy to combine with an afternoon outing.