Rooftop Bella Limone opens

Bella Limone is a new Italian restaurant and bar that “brings the soul of Italy to life through handcrafted pastas, house-made limoncello, and vibrant flavors infused with fresh lemon, herbs, and passion.” The Royal Oak establishment takes over the space formerly occupied by Pinky’s Rooftop which closed its doors at the end of June. Like Pinky’s, Bella Limone is owned by the Adam Merkel Restaurant Group which owns several other well-known restaurants, including Diamonds Steak & Seafood, The Silver Pig, and Cello Italian Restaurant in Howell. The menu is thoughtfully crafted to encourage sharing, with a variety of dishes designed to be passed around the table and enjoyed together. All pasta is made fresh daily. Signature offerings include: Lemon Spaghetti with lemon and mascarpone cream, fresh basil, and crispy capers; Rigatoni Spicy Palomino featuring San Marzano tomatoes, chili, and cream; Carbonara with bucatini, black pepper cream sauce, guanciale, peas, roasted cipollini onions, and egg yolk. A full bar offers wines, beer and craft cocktails. The wine list is exclusively Italian, showcasing selections from across the country—from Tuscany to Sicily. The Limoncello is house-made and takes two months to perfect. Guests can savor cocktails such as the Amalfi Spritz, made with house Limoncello and Prosecco, or the Limoncello Martini, crafted with house Limoncello, Zim’s Vodka, lemon, and simple syrup. 100 S. Main Street Floor 2, Royal Oak bellalimone.com