June 13, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 31 Last month, brothers Jimmy and Remmy Qosja threw open the doors of Limoncello Ristorante, Bergen County’s brand new Italian restaurant. Conveniently located at 32 Franklin Turnpike on Waldwick’s “Golden Block,” many long-time area residents will know the location as the former site of Cathay Chinese Restaurant. “The name of the restaurant comes from the drink called Limoncello,” Jimmy explained, referring to the popular Italian beverage. Although Limoncello Ristorante may be a new enterprise, Jimmy and Remmy have been in the restaurant business for many years. The brothers have also been involved in their family’s Livingston-based restaurant, Il Vicolo, for 15 years. Jimmy said he and his brother selected Waldwick as the home for their new enterprise knowing that people in this area appreciate high quality food and service. “We make sure the customer is always Limoncello Ristorante opens doors in Waldwick happy,” Jimmy added. He said the restaurant, which is family-owned and run, allows diners to look forward to fresh food, good prices, and professional service. Limoncello Ristorante serves lunch and dinner. Catering is available both in-house and off-site. The restaurant seats between 75 and 100 diners. Jimmy and Remmy invite anyone who is planning a corporate event, business lunch, private party, Christening, bar/bat mitzvah, or other special occasion to call for details. The lunch menu includes appetizers such as calamari friti, a popular option, and mozzarella caprese, which includes mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, roasted peppers, and basil. Entrée salads include grilled chicken served with Romaine, tomatoes, onions, olives, gorgonzola cheese, and balsamic dressing. Try the homemade cheese ravioli, which is topped with fresh tomato and basil sauce. Options also include eggplant rollatini, veal The main dining room at Limoncello Ristorante in Waldwick. parmigiana, and the “Pollo Danzis,” boneless breast of chicken prepared with pears, dried cranberries, and sherry. Dinner selections include a variety of hot and cold appetizers, such as smoked salmon served with artichoke hearts and olives, and the restaurant’s signature Limoncello salad made from baby greens, walnuts, goat cheese, and roasted peppers and served with raspberry dressing. The creative fare includes “Pollo Limoncello,” an egg-battered chicken breast served with sliced tomatoes, basil, garlic, and Limoncello sauce; “Snapper Livornese,” made with olives, capers, and (continued on Crossword page)