Piesanos – Italian
Piesanos invites guests into a lively, aromatic space where the glow of stone-fired ovens illuminates a room filled with the comforting scent of bubbling mozzarella and toasted garlic. Artisanal pizzas emerge with perfectly charred, airy crusts, while generous plates of pasta and vibrant salads celebrate the bold, sun-drenched flavors of classic Italian-American fare. This spirited gathering spot blends neighborhood charm with a passion for authentic ingredients, ensuring every shared meal feels like a festive occasion.
1250, West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32601 +13523752337 https://piesanostogo.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegetarian, low-carb, gluten-free, keto, vegan, dairy-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, sugar-free, diabetic, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, raw-food, low-fodmap, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, aip, renal, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Bruschetta Flatbread - $12.79: House made flatbread baked with mozzarella, diced tomatoes, fresh garlic & fresh basil, finished with balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Piesanos Rolls - $1.99: Fresh House made rolls with our secret blend of Italian spices and flavors Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Wings (Bone In) - $16.99: Wings tossed in your choice of sauce, served with celery & choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Buffalo Wings - $15.99: Boneless wings tossed in your choice of sauce, served with celery & choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Rolls - $9.99: Stone baked rolls filled with pepperoni & cheese, brushed with garlic butter & Romano, served with marinara (4) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $15.49: Lightly breaded & fried with hot cherry peppers served with marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese - $14.99: Fresh mozzarella & tomatoes on a bed of spring mix with basil, drizzled with a balsamic reduction & extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Frita - $11.79: Fried mozzarella sticks with marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Frita - $11.79: Fried ravioli served with marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Piesanos Cheese Bread - $13.79: House made dough baked in a pan with garlic butter, mozzarella & Romano, served with a side of marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Italiana - $13.49: Piesanos meatballs baked with marinara, provolone, ricotta, basil & our housemade flatbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Breadsticks - $6.79: Brushed with garlic butter & Romano, served with marinara (8) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $8.49: Fresh, seasonal, and ever-changing house made soup Dietary tags: Clean-Eating, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad (Large) - $9.49: Mixed greens, tomatoes, red onions, carrots & croutons Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad (Large) - $14.99: Romaine, tomatoes, feta, red onions, pepperoncini & Kalamata olives Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Summer Salad (Large) - $14.99: Mixed greens, apples, mandarin oranges, tomatoes, candied pecans, Gorgonzola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad (Large) - $9.49: Romaine, croutons & shredded Parmesan tossed in our house made Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Cheese Pizza (12") - $13.99: Classic cheese pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Old Fashioned (12") - $18.99: Fresh mozzarella & old fashioned roma tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pizza Antico (12") - $19.99: Ultra thin, fresh mozzarella, mini cup & char pepperoni & fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Piesanos' Supreme (12") - $20.99: Pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, onions, green peppers & mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Lasagna Bolognese - $17.49: Homemade classic lasagna layered with bolognese, ricotta, Romano, provolone, and mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $18.49: Breaded chicken breast baked with marinara & mozzarella, served over spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Parmesan - $18.49: Breaded eggplant baked with a layer of ricotta, marinara & mozzarella, served with spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Alla Vodka - $15.49: Rigatoni sautéed in a pink vodka sauce with basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $19.49: Sautéed in a lemon garlic butter wine sauce with basil & parsley, tossed with capellini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Subs & Sandwiches
- Philly Cheese Steak - $14.49: Shaved ribeye, peppers, onions, mushrooms & provolone, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Parmesan Sub - $13.49: Baked with marinara & provolone, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Meatballs - $8.99: Side of meatballs in marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $5.99: Crispy golden fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Broccoli - $4.29: Fresh steamed broccoli Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $9.99: Molten-hot chocolate lava bundt cake, topped with scoop of vanilla ice cream, chocolate syrup & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cannoli - $4.99: Crispy cannoli shell with chocolate chip ricotta & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu - $7.99: Espresso soaked lady fingers layered with cocoa & mascarpone, topped with whipped cream
Beverages
- Lemonade (Gallon) - $7: Refreshing lemonade
- Sweet Tea (Gallon) - $7: House brewed sweet tea
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