walnut creek
Sourcing locally and sustainably is at our core. Our menu features only the freshest seasonal ingredients, carefully selected from local farms and small producers in Italy. Ask our staff for specials and latest menu updates.
ANTIPASTI
INSALATA MISTA 15
Arugula, Frisee, Pistacchio, Sherry Vinaigrette (GF-VG)
CAVOLFIORI 16
Roasted Cauliflower Salad, Black Olives, Capers, Cherry Tomato, Chili, Herbed Breadcrumbs (VG)
CROSTONE DI PESCHE 17
Crispy House Bread, Local Burrata, Fox Hollow Peaches, Balsamic Reduction (V)
INSALATA DI CAVOLO NERO 16
Lacinato Kale, Toasted Almonds, Grated Egg Yolk, Anchovy Vinaigrette (GF)
SUPPLÌ AL TELEFONO 18
Tomato and Smoked Mozzarella Risotto Croquettes (V)
POLPO 21
Grilled Mediterranean Octopus, EVOO, Fresh Oregano (GF)
FOCACCIA DER MURATORE 16
Pinsa Bianca Stuffed with Pistachio Mortadella.....add Stracciatella +5
PANINI
IL VEGETARIANO 16
Grilled Marinated Artichokes, Sundried Tomatoes, Burrata, Basil.....add Prosciutto di Parma +6
LA PORCHETTA 17
Slow-Roasted Pork Belly, Fennel Pollen, Sea Salt, Garlic, Rosemary, Whole Grain Grainy Mustard, Broccolini
MONTESACRO BURGER 18
8oz Ground Chuck Burger Served on Pinsa Bun Smoked Mozzarella, Tomato, Butter Lettuce
PASTA
house-made bronze drawn and slow dried (gluten free pasta available upon request)
CACIO E PEPE 24
Tonnarelli, Pecorino, Black Pepper (V)
VIGNAROLA 25
Fettucine, Artichokes, Fava Beans, Peas, Pecorino (V)
CARBONARA 26
Rigatoni, Egg Yolk, Guanciale, Pecorino, Black Pepper
AMATRICIANA 25
Bucatini, San Marzano Tomato, Guanciale, Pecorino, Chili
GNOCCHI 27
House-made Potato Gnocchi, Beef Bolognese, Parmigiano Reggiano
PINSA
a Roman style pizza made from all GMO-free soy, rice and wheat flours
SAN LORENZO 20
San Marzano Tomatoes, Marinated Bell Peppers, Zucchini, and Eggplant (VG)
MARGHERITA 20
Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil (V)
PONTE MAMMOLO 25
This Pinsa is Stuffed with Creamy Stracchino Cheese, Prosciutto di Parma and Wild Arugula
CASALBERTONE 23
Mozzarella, Guanciale, Pecorino, Chestnut Honey
GARBATELLA 31
Caper Aioli, Tuna Conserva, Buffalo Mozzarella, Calabrian Chili, Pickled Red Onion
MARANELLA 27
Mozzarella, Broccolini, Spicy Pork Sausage, Stracciatella
MONTESACRO 27
Potato, Artichokes, Lamb Sausage, Buffalo Mozzarella, Chili
TORMARANCIA 25
Tomato, Mozzarella, Spicy Soppressata, Basil
SECONDI
AGNELLO SCOTTADITO 37
Umpqua Valley Lamb Chops, Roasted Potatoes, Fresh Herbs (GF)
PESCATO 32
Daily Catch of the Day, Chickpeas, Zucchini, Fennel (GF)
POLLO ALLA CACCIATORA 29
Roasted Mary’s Farm Chicken, Polenta, San Marzano, Olives, Mushrooms (GF)
TAGLIATA DI MANZO (GF) 24
6 oz Skirt Steak, Wild Arugula, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sea Salt
DOLCI
PINSA ALLA CREMA DI PISTACCHI 15
Small size Pinsa Stuffed with Sicilian Pistachio Spread
PANNACOTTA AL FINOCCHIETTO 13
Fresh Vanilla and Fennel Pollen Pannacotta, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
TIRAMISU 15
Lady’s Finger Cookies Soaked in Espresso, Mascarpone, Eggs
MARITOZZO CON LA PANNA 10
A Roman Sweet Bun Packed with Whipped Cream
TORTA AL CIOCCOLATO 15
Flourless Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Whipped Cream
GELATI E SORBETTI 15
Artisanal Gelato + Sorbet (Almare Gelato, Berkeley)
ANTIPASTI
(Gluten Free Available +2)
PANE E OLIO 6
House Baked Bread, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sicilian Sea Salt
(Gluten Free Available +2)
INSALATA MISTA 15
Arugula, Frisee, Pistachio, Sherry Vinaigrette (VG – GF)
CAVOLFIORI 16
Roasted Cauliflower Salad, Olives, Capers, Cherry Tomato, Chili, Breadcrumbs (VG)
INSALATA DI CAVOLO NERO 16
Lacinato Kale, Toasted Almonds, Grated Egg Yolk, Anchovy Vinaigrette (GF)
CROSTONE DI PESCHE 16
Crispy House Bread, Local Burrata, Fox Hollow Peaches, Balsamic Reduction (V)
SUPPLÌ AL TELEFONO 18
Tomato and Carnaroli Rice Croquettes, Molten Smoked Mozzarella, Sea Salt (V)
POLPO 21
Seared Mediterranean Octopus, Lemon Oil, Oregano (GF)
FOCACCIA DER MURATORE 16
Pinsa Bianca Stuffed with Pistachio Mortadella add Stracciatella +5
PORCHETTA 18
Slow Roasted Pork, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Fennel and Orange Salad (GF)
PASTA
house-made bronze drawn and slow dried (gluten free pasta available upon request)
CACIO E PEPE 24
Tonnarelli, Pecorino, Black Pepper (V)
CARBONARA 26
Rigatoni, Egg Yolk, Guanciale, Pecorino, Black Pepper
AMATRICIANA 25
Bucatini, San Marzano Tomato, Guanciale, Pecorino, Chili
VIGNAROLA 25
Fettuccine, Artichokes, Fava Beans, Peas, Pecorino (VG)
GNOCCHI 27
House-made Potato Gnocchi, Beef Ragu, Parmigiano
PINSA
a Roman style pizza made from all GMO-free soy, rice and wheat flours
SAN LORENZO 20
San Marzano Tomatoes, Marinated Bell Peppers, Zucchini, and Eggplant
MARGHERITA 20
Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil (V)
PONTE MAMMOLO 25
This Pinsa is Stuffed with Creamy Stracchino Cheese, Prosciutto di Parma and Wild Arugula
CASALBERTONE 23
Mozzarella, Guanciale, Pecorino, Chestnut Honey
MARANELLA 27
Mozzarella, Broccolini, Spicy Pork Sausage, Stracciatella
MONTESACRO 27
Potato, Artichokes, Lamb Sausage, Buffalo Mozzarella, Chili
TORMARANCIA 25
Tomato, Mozzarella, Spicy Soppressata, Basil
GARBATELLA 31
Caper Aioli, Tuna Conserva, Buffalo Mozzarella, Calabrian Chili, Pickled Red Onion
SECONDI
AGNELLO SCOTTADITO 45
Pasture Raised Oregon Lamb Chops, Roasted Potatoes, Fresh Herbs (GF)
BRANZINO AL FORNO 35
Seared Whole Fillet, Chickpeas, Romanesco (GF)
POLLO ALLA CACCIATORA 29
Roasted Mary’s Farm Chicken, Bell Peppers Stew (GF)
BISTECCA 55
18 oz Koji Aged Grilled Ribeye, Cipollini, Gremolata
DOLCI
PINSA ALLA CREMA DI PISTACCHI 15
Small size Pinsa Stuffed with Sicilian Pistachio Spread
PANNA COTTA AL FINOCCHIETTO 13
Fresh Vanilla and Fennel Pollen Pannacotta, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
TIRAMISU 15
Lady’s Finger Cookies Soaked in Espresso, Mascarpone, Eggs
MARITOZZO CON LA PANNA 10
A Roman Sweet Bun Packed with Whipped Cream
TORTA AL CIOCCOLATO 15
Flourless Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Whipped Cream
GELATI E SORBETTI 15
Artisanal Gelato + Sorbet (Almare Gelato, Berkeley)
APERITIVO
Tue-Sun 3-5pm
STUZZICHINI
Guanciale Spiced Roasted Almonds 5
Black Kale Chips 5 (VG)
Olives, Orange Zest, Garlic, Rosemary 5 (VG)
PINSA
MARGHERITA 11 (V)
San Marzano Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil
SAN LORENZO 11 (VG)
Tomato, Bell Peppers, Zucchini, Eggplant
TORMARANCIA 11
San Marzano, Mozzarella, Spicy Soppressata, Basil
PASTA
VIGNAROLA 11 (V)
Fettuccine, Artichokes, Fava Beans, Peas, Pecorino
GNOCCHI 11
Potato Gnocchi, Beef Ragu, Grana Padana
HAPPY HOUR COCKTAILS
MANHATTAN 15
OLD FASHIONED 15
NEGRONI 15
MANHATTAN 15
Aperol Spritz 8
MARTINI (Gin or Vodka) 15
HANY PANKY 15
Aperol Spritz 8
Elderflower Spritz 8
Campari Spritz 8
Select Spritz 8
Elderflower Spritz 8
MOCKTAILS
ZENZERO AMARO 10
Lyre’s N/A Aperol, Ginger Beer, Lime
CIAOPASSIONE 10
Passionfruit, Ice Tea, Coconut Water
WINE AND BEER
LAGER BIRRA MENABREA 5
HOUSE WHITE OR RED WINE 9
Cocktails
SPRITZ 16
Choice of Aperol, Campari, Select, or elderflower
THE 77 22
Gwendoline Gin, Lemon, Elderflower Liqueur, Anisette, Franciacorta
KIR IMPERIAL 16
Crème de Cassis, Bolla Rosa Sparkling Rosè
LEMON DROP 16
Wheatley Vodka, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Triple Sec
GIMLET 16
Bombay Sapphire, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup
TEQUILA SOUR 20
Leguas Reposado, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Eggwhite
TOMMY’S MARGARITA 18
Siete Leguas Blanco Tequila, Agave, Lime
PAPER PLANE 16
Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Amaro Noninno, Aperol, Lemon Juice
LAST WORD 22
Tanqueray 10 Gin, Green Chartreuse, Maraschino Liqueur, Lime Juice
THE WRY GRIN 16
Rye Whiskey, Fernet Branca, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Mint
Liqueur, Crème de Violet
TRANSCONTINENTAL 22
Bombay Sapphire, Yellow Chartreuse, Lemon Juice, Luxardo Maraschino
Liqueur, Crème de Violet
PISTACHIO ESPRESSO MARTINI 20
Wheatley Vodka, Pistachio Alpina, Crème De Cacoa, Espresso
AMERICANO 15
Esule Sweet Vermouth, Campari, Soda Water
NEGRONI SPAGLIATO 15
Esule Sweet Vermouth, Campari, Ribolla Gialla Sparkling Wine
MONTESACRO NEGRONI 19
Orange + Lemon Infused Sardinian Gin, Esule Sweet Vermouth, Campari
OAXACAN NEGRONI 19
Los Vecinos Mezcal, Select Apertivo, Esule Sweet Vermouth
CAFFE BOULEVARDIER 20
Michters Rye, Esule Sweet Vermouth, Espresso Liqueur, Crème de Cacao
BIJOU 22
Bombay Sapphire, Green Chartreuse, Esule Sweet Vermouth
VESPER MARTINI 26
Tanqueray 10 Gin, Beluga Transatlantic Vodka, Lillet Blanc
MARTINEZ COCKTAIL 18
Tanqueray 10 Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Bitters
AMARO MANHATTAN 20
Rye Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Amaro Foro, Orange Bitters
MOCKTAILS
ZENZERO AMARO 15
Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Aperitivo, Lemon, Ginger Ale
CIAO PASSIONE 15
Passion Fruit, Iced Tea, Coconut Water
BELLISSIMO LAMPONE 15
Raspberry, Lime, Simple Syrup, Sparkling Water
OUR WINES
Our wine list represents mostly old-world regions. We carry wines that are made from grape varietals native to their respective areas. We feature smaller producers of lesser-known wines with a focus on organic, biodynamic and natural agriculture.
VINI SFUSI
Wines by the glass
BOLLICINE
Sparkling
2022 RIBOLLA GIALLA 15
Brut (Friuli)
N.V. BOLLA ROSA 16
Brut Rose (Marche)
N.V. FRANCIACORTA “NITENS” LE MARCHESINE 22
Brut (Lombardia)
BIANCHI
Whites
2022 BELLONE 16
“Anthium” (Lazio)
2021 FIANO 15
Masseria Cuturi (Sardegna)
2021 PINOT GRIGIO RAMATO 18
Specogna (Friuli)
2022 SOAVE 16
Corte Sant’ Alda (Veneto)
ROSATI
Rosé
2022 BOMBINO NERO ROSATO 13
“Pungirosa” (Puglia)
ROSSI
Reds
2020 SCHIAVA 16
“Mediaevum” (Alto Adige)
2022 NEBBIOLO 19
Renato Ratti (Piemonte)
2021 MONTESACRO ROSSO 13
“Lato A” (Sardegna)
2022 CESANESE DEL PIGLIO “MONOCROMO #2” MACCIOCCA
(Lazio)
2017 MONTESALARIO MONTECCUCO
(Tuscany)
BIRRE
beers
Menabrea Amber (Piemonte) 5% ABV
Menabrea Lager (Piemonte) 4.8% ABV
N/A BEST DAY BREWING HAZY IPA
12 oz Can