Pianeta – Italian
Stepping into this intimate mountain haven feels like discovering a hidden gem, where the warm glow of candlelight dances against rustic textures and the inviting aroma of toasted Truckee sourdough fills the air. The kitchen celebrates the art of the shared table, presenting vibrant platters of silk-thin beef carpaccio and Mediterranean-style clams that burst with brine and garlic alongside savory house-made sausages. Every plate invites a slow, soulful exploration of Mediterranean flavors, making it a quintessential destination for those seeking a sophisticated yet deeply comforting dining escape.
10096, Donner Pass Road https://www.pianetarestauranttruckee.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, vegan, diabetic, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, atkins, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, weight-watchers, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, tlc, aip, raw-food, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, macrobiotic, sirtfood, pegan, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- Truckee Sourdough Bread Basket - Small - $3: assorted mix of local truckee sourdough ciabatta & batard Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Truckee Sourdough Bread Basket - Large - $5: assorted mix of local truckee sourdough ciabatta & batard Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Anchovies & Herb Marinated Olives - $7: assorted italian mix of unpitted olives Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Antipasto Misto - $17: selection of cured meats, cheeses, roasted & pickled vegetables with grilled Acme bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Bruschetta Two Ways - $16: cannellini bean, roasted peppers & apple wood bacon, roasted garlic, gorgonzola cheese & green onions Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Beef Carpaccio - $18: capers, dijon mustard, shaved parmigiano-reggiano, arugula, extra virgin olive oil & grilled acme bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Raw-Food
- Cheese Plate - $16: humboldt fog goat, tallegio & aged pecorino, quince jam, local organic honey & fig compote, sliced apples & strawberries, sliced acme bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- House-made Sausage - $17: spicy Italian fennel & mild tuscan style sausage, fire roasted sweet peppers, onions & creamy polenta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Mediterranean Style Clams - $28: Garlic, Tomatoes, Basil, White Wine, Lemon, Butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Winter Caprese - $16: fresh mozzarella, grilled eggplant, roasted sweet red peppers, dry cured olives, pesto & balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Mayo-Clinic
- Caesar - $17: whole hearts of romaine, garlic croutons, shaved reggiano
- Mixed Salad - $14: butter leaf lettuce, spinach, cucumber, carrot, green onion, radish, acme croutons, house-made tuscan vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Insalata Robyn - $16: butter leaf lettuce, spinach, cucumber, carrot, green onion, radish, avocado, olives, gorgonzola, acme croutons with house-made tuscan vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Pasta di Olio - $30: angel hair pasta, garlic & olive oil, trio of mushrooms, tomato, spinach, pine nuts, grated parmesan & fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Ravioli Bolognese - $32: house-made ricotta & parmesan cheese ravioli, classic beef, veal & tomato ragu with spinach, melted mozzarella & parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Sausage & Tagliatelle - $34: spicy fennel & mild tuscan style sausage, savory marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pasta Bolognese - $30: house-made tagliatelle pasta, classic beef & veal tomato ragu, shaved parmesan-reggiano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veal Meatballs & Pesto Pasta - $34: house-made tagliatelle, tomato, spinach & pesto Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Grilled Prawns Pasta - $42: angel hair pasta, white wine, caper, garlic & tomato, marinated orange, fennel salad & sweet red pepper coulis Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Seafood Risotto - $45: saffron risotto, wild mexican prawns, bay scallops, calamari & fresh fish, tomato, garlic, fresh basil & white wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Ragu - $41: spicy italian sausage, spanish chorizo, wild mexican prawns, chicken, roasted red peppers, butternut squash, grilled parmesan polenta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pork Tenderloin Medallions - $39: garlic-caper rub, ruby wine port sauce, grilled greens & parmesan polenta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Marsala - $39: chicken scaloppini, sicilian marsala sauce, sautéed mushrooms, grilled spinach & orecchiette pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Rib-eye Steak Modenese - $64: certified angus rib-eye steak, gorgonzola, balsamic grilled onions, seared garlic potato gnocchi, grilled greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Lamb Chops - $62: lamb chops, goat cheese ravioli, mint pistachio pesto & sautéed seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- House-Made Veal Meatballs & Pesto - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein
- House-Made Sausage with Marinara - $13 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins
- Sautéed Mushrooms & Spinach - $8 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Creamy Parmesan Polenta - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Grilled Spinach - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Lemon Panna Cotta - $12: light, silky eggless custard, mixed berry coulis & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu - $12: espresso soaked lady fingers, rum mascarpone cream & cocoa chocolate sauce & whipped cream
- Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Chocolate Polenta Puddle Cake - $12: raspberry coulis & vanilla gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Marbled Cheesecake - $12: chocolate & frangelico, raspberry sauce & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gelato or Sorbet - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian