| Description: | Dining at Pianeta Ristorante, tucked in the heart of downtown Truckee, is like taking a trip to Italy, minus the travel time.
“We really create a welcoming atmosphere,” says Nicole Beckering, Pianeta Ristorante manager.
Serving authentic Italian cuisine since 1997, Pianeta has a great bar scene with a warm and friendly staff — ideal for a romantic meal for two or a celebration with friends.
The Space
The ambiance of Pianeta, Italian for planets, evokes the artwork of Leonardo Da Vinci with antiqued murals painted on the walls by a local artist. Get a cozy, candlelit booth downstairs or reserve the oversized farm table upstairs for a gathering of friends and family. Eclectic antique knick-knacks adorn the restaurant's walls and give the place an old-world charm.
The Food
Pianeta has a variety of classic pasta dishes, from spaghetti to ravioli, with many mouth-watering main courses in between. The grilled pork tenderloin or the grilled Alaskan halibut are delicious choices for those with an appetite. Try a salad topped with goat cheese and an appetizer of bruschetta for a lighter meal.
The Drinks
Pianeta is the place to go for hard-to-find Italian wines. Tom Beckering, Pianeta’s bar manager, says he recommends the 2001 Argino Brunello, an Italian red wine, or the 2004 Etude Pinot Noir to accompany a meal. Pianeta also has a selection of California Zinfandel and Pinot Noir. Although beer is only served by the bottle, Pianeta offers Italian brews like the Moretti, a light lager.
Gotta Try
The Ravioli della Casa screams comfort food — house-made ravioli filled with ricotta, parmesan cheese, basil, and spinach with a sauté of crimini, shitake and portabella mushrooms, roma tomatoes, and garlic. Or for those with a sweet tooth, take a decadent bite of house-made chocolate marble cheesecake with fresh whipped cream and raspberry sauce. Yum.
Tidbit
Calling all singles, check out happy hour with drink and appetizer specials served Sundays through Fridays from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
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| The Way to go: | 10096 Commercial Row
Truckee, CA 961610312 |
| Best to Eat: | Pianeta has a variety of classic pasta dishes, from spaghetti to ravioli, with many mouth-watering main courses in between. The grilled pork tenderloin or the grilled Alaskan halibut are delicious choices for those with an appetite. Try a salad topped with goat cheese and an appetizer of bruschetta for a lighter meal.
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| Price Range: | moderate dough ($20 - $34) |
