Peppermill

Enchanted skydome, Corinthian columns and classical sculptures create a romantic elegance unmatched in Reno. You'll dine on exquisite Italian cuisine, including many wood-fired specialties, beneath  softly glowing torches while overhead, the sky scene drifts from starry twilight to a delicately lighted dawn,  all choreographed to classic Italian music. In the center of the top dining tier, a large statue of the Roman hero Antinous and two maidens slowly revolves as a dazzling light and sound show unfolds.

Meanwhile, our master chefs skillfully prepare each course in the adjoining exhibition kitchen. Handcrafted pastas and fresh seafood are grilled over mesquite, vine-ripened garden vegetables and are roasted to perfection. Exotic sauces simmer to bring out every nuance of flavor.  Uniquely inventive desserts are personally created by our award-winning pastry chef.  And sip on wine from our exclusive, extensive Italian wine list.

Romanza Menu

• APPETIZERS

  Antipasti

  Assorted Salami and Cheeses, Mediterranean Olives, vine ripened Tomatoes, Arugula, drizzled with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  $12

  Beef Carpaccio

  American Kobe Beef, Red Onions, Capers, Parmigiano and Micro Greens
  $15

  Fried Calamari and Rock Shrimp

  White Cornmeal crusted with Fennel, Onions, Pepperoncini, spicy Marinara and Basil Aioli
  $12

  Mozzarella Crisp

  Italian breadcrumb crusted Buffalo Mozzarella, roasted Red Bell Pepper Sauce, Lemon-Fennel Dip and Balsamic Syrup
  $10

  Prosciutto and Melon

  Imported Parma Ham, seasonal ripe Melon and Arugula
  $12

  Parma Ham Prawns

  Chilled Shrimp Prosciutto wrapped, Arugula and Sundried Tomato Salad, Fresh Herb Vinaigrette
  $14

  Tuna Tartare

  Ahi Tuna, Golden Tomatoes, Avocados, Mediterranean Olives, Lemon Olive Oil
  $14

  Mushroom Ravioli

  Wild Forest Mushroom Raviolis, Grappa-Thyme Cream Sauce
  $12

  Pan seared Scallops

  Pancetta wrapped Sea Scallops, fresh Basil-Tomato Sauce
  $14

  Asparagus Piemonte

  Warm Asparagus, crispy soft boiled Egg, Truffle, Pancetta Bacon Butter Sauce
  $12

• SOUPS & SALADS

  Romanza Salad

  Petit Greens, Roasted Portobello Mushroom, Tomato-Basil Vinaigrette
  $6

  Caesar Salad

  Romaine Hearts, creamy Caesar Dressing, Parmigiano Tuile
  $8

  Tomato Caprese

  Vine ripened Gold and Ruby Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella, Balsamic Syrup
  $9

  Minestrone

  Hearty Garden Vegetables, Pasta and Pesto
  $5

  Garlic Soup

  Baby Garlic and Paremsan, roasted Eggplant and Arugula
  $5

• MAIN COURSE

  Italian Mixed Grill

  Lamb Chop, Chicken Breast, Italian Sausage, Marinara Sauce, Rigatoni, Pecorino
  $26

  Pan Roasted Sea Bass

  Shrimp Risotto, Lobster Cream, Arugula-Raddichio Salad
  $28

  Italian Sausage

  Wood grilled Sausages, roasted Peppers, Cipollini Onions, Penne
  $20

  Veal Parmigiana

  Rich Tomato Sauce, Buffalo Mozzarella, Basil Pesto, Parmigiano
  $30

  West Coast Scampi

  Sauteed Prawns, Roma Tomatoes, young Garlic, Herb Butter, Spinach Tagliatelle
  $27

  Veal Ravioli

  Milk Fed Veal, Parma Ham, Tomato-Basil Sauce
  $18

  Romanza Meatballs

  Kobe Beef, Veal and Pork Meatballs, marinara Sauce, Rigatoni, Pecorino Cheese
  $22

  Lobster Fra Diavolo

  1.5 pound Maine Lobster, Rock Shrimp, Spaghetti, Spicy Tomato Sauce
  $40

  Osso Bucco

  Braised Veal Shank, Barolo Demi Glace, White Polenta, Gremolata
  $28

  Cioppino

  Alaskan King Crab, Lobster, Clams, Shrimp, Mussels, Fresh Fish, Tomato-Garlic Broth, Basil Pesto, wood grilled Bruschetta
  $30

  Linguini with Clams

  Littleneck Clams, Virgin Olive Oil, Pinot Grigio, Garlic, Italian Parsley
  $22

  Braised Halibut

  Pan braised, first of the season, roasted Sausage Risotto, Arugula, Fennel and Orange Salad
  $25

  Chicken Parmigiana

  Buffalo Mozzarella, Pomodoro, Parmigiana
  $22

  Fettucine Milanese

  Parma Ham, Garden Leeks, young Garlic, Parmesan Cream, Romano Cheese
  $18

  Parmesan Crusted Atlantic Salmon

  Wild Mushroom Risotto, Arugula, Spicy Tomato Sauce
  $28

  Veal Cacciatore

  Seared Veal Tournedo, Angel Hair Pasta and Tomato-Roasted Garlic Sauce
  $30

  Ahi Tuna Sicilia

  Fire flashed Rare, Spicy Spaghetti, Sicilian Olives, Parmesan Chard
  $28

  Roasted Pork Tenderloin

  Red Wine poached Figs, Butternut Squash, Risotto, Asiago Cheese
  $27

  Wood Grilled Filet and Scampi

  Grilled Filet of Beef, Garlic and Herb Butter poached Jumbo Prawns
  $40

• THE WOOD GRILL

  All Steaks are USDA Choice, aged at least 28 days, marinated in Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Rosemary and Thyme; cooked over Oak and Cherry woods

  Tuscan style T-Bone Steak

  $35

  Filet Mignon of Beef

  $36

  Double cut Lamb Chops

  $39

  Bone-In Ribeye

  Red wine braised Mushrooms, Cipollini Onions, Balsamic drizzle
  $38

• SIDES

  Brocollini with Garlic Breadcrumbs

  $5

  Ratatouille

  $5

  Creamy Mascarpone & Pecorino Potatoes

  $5

  Seasonal Risotto

  $7

  Steamed Asparagus with Basil Hollandaise

  $5

  Red Wine braised Mushrooms and Cipollini Onions

  $5

  Roasted Yukon Gold Fingerling Potatoes

  with Rosemary and Young Garlic
  $5

• DESSERTS

  Tiramisu

  Mascarpone Cheese Mousse, Kahlua and Espresso laced Ladyfingers, garnished with Cocoa and Sugar
  $8

  Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee

  with Almond Shard and Anise Biscotti
  $8

  Assorted Gelato

  Housemade Gelato makde daily, served with Italian Cookies
  $8

  Italian Ricotta Cheesecake

  Ricotta Cheese with touches of Lemon and Orange, finished with Citrus Sauce and Orange Sorbetto
  $8

  Chocolate Gianduya Bombe

  Dark Chocolate Dome filled with rich Chocolate Cream, Chocolate Cake and Italian Gianduya Confection
  $8

  Classic Cannolis

  Filled with blended Sweet Italian Cheeses, Citrus and Chocolate
  $8

  Wood Fired Apple Tart

  with Apple Brandy Sauce, Twelve Bean Vanilla Gelato
  $8

  Lemon Meringue Tart

  with fresh Strawberry Sauce and Lemoncello Sorbetto
  $8