Ci Voleva
“Welcome to Ci Voleva, an authentic Italian dining experience in Colchester. At Ci Voleva, we celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Italy with a menu that showcases traditional recipes and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Whether you are indulging in our hand-crafted pasta, savoring our wood-fired pizzas, or enjoying a glass of fine Italian wine, every visit promises to be a journey of flavor and warmth. Join us at Ci Voleva in Colchester, where every meal is crafted with passion and served with a touch of Italian charm.”
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Quick info
About Ci Voleva
Ci Volevia is an Italian restaurant on Osborne Street in the centre of Colchester, set close to the main shopping streets. The kitchen prepares handmade pasta, with spinach and ricotta ravioli and a mushroom tagliatelle among the dishes, alongside pizza, sea bream and tiramisu. Desserts sometimes arrive at the table with a candle for birthday celebrations, joined by a chorus from the room. Dogs are welcome inside, and the room has, on occasion, found space for guests who arrived without a booking. Reservations are required.
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Menu & Prices
62 dishes · mains £4–19- Green Olives (V)£3.95
- Zuppa Di Pesce£11.50
- Bruschetta Mushrooms & Truffle (V)£7.90
- Bruschetta Tomato (V)£5.95
- Burratina (Vegetarian Option On Request)£9.70
- Antipasto “Ci Voleva” (For 2)£18.90
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention italian pizza, homemade pasta, birthday candle dessert and mushroom tagliatelle.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention italian pizza, homemade pasta, birthday candle dessert and mushroom tagliatelle.
Featured reviews
- Vicky Ball
“Amazing authentic Italian food. I was very impressed. Staff were very friendly. It was my birthday and they put a candle in my dessert. Great atmosphere. I had the ravioli with spinach and ricotta and it was so good. I also tried the mushroom tagliatelle which was also very good. I can't wait to go back and try something new.”
- Joe O'Neill
“Great service, delicious and authentic Italian food. Lovely atmosphere. Quaint restaurant. Absolutely adore this place.”
- Neil Ashby
“Loved it. Cutie little restaurant that squeezed us in last minute without a booking. My sea bream was fantastic and the tiramisu exceptional.”
- B OB
“Visited for lunch, the food was great, very generous portions, and friendly staff . Would recommend a visit if in the area.”
- Jack Randall
“Great pizza, great price, friendly attentive staff. Will definitely be back.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Customer Review Summary
Diners single out the authentic Italian cooking, with homemade pasta, spinach and ricotta ravioli, mushroom tagliatelle, and pizza drawing the most praise. Birthday celebrations stand out, with several mentioning candles added to dessert and a staff-led singalong. Friendly service, generous portions, and a quaint atmosphere round out the experience.
Amenities
- Alcohol
- Restroom
- Beer
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
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- Great dessert
- Facilities· 4
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Great wine list
Location
Restaurants near Ci Voleva
- Vulcano Etna4.94080 mi£20–30Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
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- 0 mi£30–50Wheelchair accessibleReservations
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- Timbers4.76120 mi£10–20Vegan optionsVegetarian optionsGood for kids
stew and dumplings, chorizo hash, breakfast
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ci Voleva | 4.9360 | — | £20–30 | italian pizza, homemade pasta, birthday candle dessert |
| Vulcano EtnaOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.9408 | 0 mi | £20–30 | pesto, pasta, sicilian restaurant |
| Bellapais Steak House & Greek RestaurantWheelchair accessible · Reservations | 4.7972 | 0 mi | £30–50 | sirloin steak, 22oz steaks, hot chocolate fudge |
| TimbersVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.7612 | 0 mi | £10–20 | stew and dumplings, chorizo hash, breakfast |
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