Recent social media posts
04/29/2026
Ciao Bella Famiglia!!! We’re so proud of our kiddos who are growing up alongside us in the family business! They’re already learning the ropes, and we couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and dedication. Here’s to the next generation! 💚🤍❤️
02/18/2026
Ciao Bella Famiglia! At Rex Italian Foods, we serve our delicious pepper and egg sandwich all year long—but now, during Lent season, it’s the star of the show! Come in today, this Friday, or any day of the week and treat yourself to this classic favorite. Serving up a little Lenten comfort. 🥪✨ Get your On at REX! 🇮🇹
01/22/2026
Ciao Bella Famiglia!!! 👋
Important Notice to Our Valued Customers:🚨
Due to severe ice weather conditions expected, we will be closed tomorrow, Friday January 23rd. 🥶 But no worrries, we’ll be back and ready to serve you with our normal business hours on Saturday January 24th. Stay cozy and safe! We appreciate your understanding and support! Grazie di cuore!!! 🙏🇮🇹
11/26/2025
Ciao Bella Famiglia!
Rex Italian Foods will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and throughout the weekend so our team can enjoy the holiday with their families. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st, at our regular business hours, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM. That also happens to be Anthony’s birthday!
We wish you and your loved ones a warm, joyful, and delicious Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for your continued support and patronage — we are truly grateful. Get your On with us at REX and wish Anthony a big “Auguri”!!! Vogliamo bene ai nostri clienti!!
Sincerely, The Rex Italian Foods Family
07/04/2025
Ciao Bella Famiglia!!! Wishing you all a Happy Independence Day!! We will be closed today Friday and Saturday in honor of the holiday. We will be back to regular business hours on Monday July 7th 9am-7pm. Have a great weekend and stay safe!!! 🥳🇺🇸🙏
04/15/2025
Ciao Bella Famiglia!! It’s Easter Calzone time!!! Freshly baked and ready for purchase through the Easter holiday weekend only at REX Italian Foods!! Make your Easter traditions complete and get yours today! Buona Pasqua!!! 🇮🇹👨🏻🍳🐣
03/12/2025
Pastrami so good, it’ll make you say ‘Che Bello’! 😚🤌 Freshly sliced and piled high. Pastrami perfection! 🤤 Come grab yours! Get your On at REX. ☘️🇮🇹
03/12/2025
Pastrami so good, it'll make you say 'Che Bello'! 😚🤌 Freshly sliced and piled high. Pastrami perfection! 🤤 Come grab yours! Get your On at REX. ☘️🇮🇹
12/21/2024
Ciao Bella Famiglia! We are OPEN tomorrow on Sunday 12/22 from 9am-4pm. Monday 12/23 is regular hours from 9am-7pm and Tuesday Christmas Eve 12/24 from 8 am- 4pm. We will be Closed on Wednesday Christmas Day 12/25. We are back to regular business hours on Thursday 12/26 from 9am-7pm. There is still plenty of time to get your catering orders and your holiday shopping in! REX Italian Foods Gift Cards are available and make a “Che Bello” gift!! Get your Holiday On today & everyday at REX Italian Foods!! Buon Natale!!! 🎄💚🤍❤️🎄
Address
4431 N Harlem Avenue
Norridge, IL
60706
To get to N Harlem Avenue in Norridge by public transport, you can take the Blue Line train and exit at the Harlem station. From there, walk north on Harlem Avenue towards Norridge. To drive and park, take the Kennedy Expressway and exit at Harlem Avenue. Drive south on Harlem Avenue until you reach your destination. There are also plenty of parking lots and street parking available in the area.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
9am - 7pm |
| Tuesday |
9am - 7pm |
| Wednesday |
9am - 7pm |
| Thursday |
9am - 7pm |
| Friday |
9am - 7pm |
| Saturday |
9am - 5pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 4pm |
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What people say
Rex Italian Foods, Inc. is a true gem in the Chicago-land area. With decades of experience in the Italian food industry, Rex has become synonymous with quality and tradition. The Pinello family, who now owns and operates this Italian family business, have kept up with the Rex tradition since 1993 at their current location on Harlem Avenue.
At Rex, they take pride in cooking their own Italian beef and hand-stuffing their own sausage. Their premium Italian lunch-meats and specialties are top-notch, and they even manufacture their own line of homemade pastas. For those on-the-go, they offer a wide variety of prepared, ready-to-serve items such as lasagnas, chicken entrees, salads, and desserts.
But that's not all - Rex also offers catering services for any occasion! Whether it's a small business lunch or a big graduation party, they have all your catering needs covered. And if you're looking for a cozy spot to enjoy some delicious Italian food with your loved ones, look no further than their storefront for lunch and/or dinner.
The Pinello family invites you to be part of the ongoing tradition of quality food and service at Rex Italian Foods, Inc. Trust us when we say that once you've tried their authentic Italian cuisine, you'll keep coming back for more!
