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La Piola
Tajarin With White Truffle
One of the most frequently praised dishes in the reviews. It was repeatedly described as outstanding, heavenly, and a must-try, with multiple guests highlighting the generous white truffle and the delicate handmade pasta.
Tajarin With Bra Sausage Ragù
Recommended for being one of the best pasta dishes reviewers had ever eaten. Guests loved its rich flavor and considered it a standout example of the restaurant’s pasta quality.
Veal Tartare
Frequently singled out as exceptional and even the best some reviewers had ever had. It was praised for freshness, quality, and especially its truffle version.
Panna Cotta
Mentioned several times as a standout dessert, with reviewers calling it world-class, the best they had ever tasted, and a perfect finish to the meal.
Truffle Pasta
A recurring favorite across reviews, praised for generous truffle portions, rich aroma, and the way the pasta lets the truffle flavor shine.
Steak
Multiple diners praised the steak as perfect, beautifully cooked, and exceptionally tender, making it one of the top non-truffle dishes mentioned.
Plin Ravioli With Truffles
Frequently recommended for its delicate pasta and excellent truffle pairing. Reviewers described it as divine and one of the best expressions of local Piedmont cuisine.
Tartare With Truffles And Hazelnuts
Highlighted as a star dish by guests who loved the combination of high-quality tartare, truffles, and hazelnuts, which gave it a distinctive local flavor.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 7 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About La Piola
Regional cuisine including white truffle pasta at a bright dining room with a terrace on the plaza.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is La Piola known for?
La Piola is especially known for Piedmontese pasta with white truffle, including tajarin and tagliolini, plus agnolotti and other regional dishes. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the wine list, friendly service, and the quality of the truffle-focused lunch in Alba.
What dishes are most recommended at La Piola?
Reviewers most often recommend tagliolini or tajarin with white truffle, agnolotti, vitello tonnato, and ravioli di brasato. Other specific dishes that stand out in reviews are octopus, risotto, calamari, and dessert items like hazelnut cake and tiramisù.
What is the atmosphere like at La Piola?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, and romantic, with a bright dining room and terrace on the plaza in downtown Alba. It seems to suit couples, small groups, and solo diners who want a calm meal with attentive table service.
Is La Piola good value, and what is the price range?
La Piola’s listed price range is €30–70, and reviews suggest the value comes from the quality of the food, generous wine selection, and polished service rather than bargain pricing. Guests often mention that the dishes feel well prepared and worth returning for, especially during a truffle meal in Alba.
Do you need a reservation at La Piola?
Yes, reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and the listing says reservations are required. That lines up with reviews describing busy meals and a popular outside table in the heart of Alba, especially during truffle season.
Is parking available at La Piola?
Yes. Paid street parking is available.
Does La Piola have vegetarian options?
Yes, La Piola offers vegetarian options.
Is La Piola kid-friendly?
Yes, La Piola is good for kids.
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