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Everyone needs a local, go-to Italian restaurant, whether it’s for last-minute pizza delivery or a cozy night out with family and friends. That’s why Russillo Ristorante, located at 675 Bloomfield Avenue in Caldwell, is a neighborhood hub for Italian comfort foods, reinvented with creative twists that keep us coming back. Plus, with options for takeout, delivery, dine-in, and even catering and private party custom packages, there are plenty of opportunities to get the complete Russillo Ristorante experience. Read on to learn more about Russillo Ristorante, a cozy Italian spot in West Caldwell, creating memorable dining experiences for all.
About Russillo Ristorante
Russillo Ristorante is a locally owned, chef-driven restaurant specializing in modern Italian cuisine. Think neighborhood restaurant vibes, coupled with classic Italian comfort plates with a twist. Owners, Dave & Chris, have made this the kind of spot that makes guests feel like family, where everyone is welcome to take part in dining experiences featuring high-quality ingredients and thoughtful preparation.
Besides being the go-to location for reliable, authentic Italian food, it’s become a community- focused gathering space for West Essex and the surrounding areas. Russillo Ristorante also provides catering and private party options that blend food, hospitality, and innovative menus, giving locals a shared, memorable dining experience.
The Menu
Dine-In, Takeout + Delivery
There are plenty of options for dining at Russillo Ristorante: a full-service, authentic Italian dining experience, or for those who want to enjoy the comfort plates from home, there are also takeout and delivery options.
The menu includes house-made pastas, artisan focaccia sandwiches, seasonal specials, and chef-driven features. Signature dishes include Brooklyn Chicken Parm, Filet Mignon Meatballs, Spicy Vodka Pasta, and rotating specialty items.
Of course, there’s also pizza — including plenty of specialty pies and even a skinny pizza option featuring a tavern-style extra-thin pizza. The motto? If you can think of it, Russillo Ristorante will make it.
Other beloved menu items include signature sandwiches, hot appetizers, salads, and vegetarian options such as eggplant rollatini and parmigiana.
Catering + Private Events
Since the atmosphere at Russillo Ristorante is so welcoming, it’s the ideal location for hosting a private event — or, for those who want to take the restaurant’s comfort plates home, the Italian restaurant also provides off-premise catering.
The menu includes hot appetizers, classic options such as mozzarella in Carrozza, garlic bread, and whole mussels. On the flip side, it has cold appetizers and salads such as calamari salad, bruschetta, and more.
There’s plenty of seafood, chicken, veal, meatball, and sausage plates ranging from classics like sausage and peppers to modern twists on traditional protein dishes. Of course, there’s pasta, along with fresh vegetables such as roasted potatoes, sautéed spinach, and broccoli rabe.
Russillo Ristorante helps customize the menu to match the exact vision of the party, with both catering and private events tailored to each event’s needs.
The Essentials
Russillo Ristorante is open for dine-in, takeout, and delivery Monday through Thursday from 10:00AM to 9:00PM and Friday and Saturday from 10:00AM to 10:00PM.
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