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06/02/2026
Happy Taste Tester Tuesday everybody!
We are live at Massa Café in Elmwood Park, and we have a new special for the summer that we will be offering every day of the week — Cremino Di caffe! Made with cream, sugar, and Vero Espresso. Come and try this all summer long for a refreshing, caffeinated, summer treat! See you next week, ciao!
7434 W North Ave.
05/29/2026
Weekend special alert!! Chicken Vodka Pepperoni Parm with Hot Honey!
Our seeded French bread, chicken cutlets, vodka sauce, cup and char pepperoni, basil, hot honey, & Parmigiano Reggiano.
Today - Sunday we will offer this LTO, come and get it! See you at 7434 W North Ave. ciao!
05/27/2026
Send this to whoever owes you a pizza date! (:
05/26/2026
You want it — we got it!
7434 W North Ave.
05/22/2026
HAPPY FRIDAY — WEEKEND SPECIAL ALERT!
This weekend we are doing an east coast hero Friday through Sunday!
Seeded French bread from Sicilian Bakery topped with provolone, prosciutto cotto, soppressata, capicola, fresh mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, onion, house made Italian dressing, and cherry peppers marinated in olive oil, vinegar, & basil. Come and get it while supplies last!! See you at 7434 W North Ave. ciao!
05/21/2026
We are back in the kitchen with Nonna Pina! This week we made pasta alla Norma. A simple and delicious dish.
Ingredients:
Peeled tomatoes
Ricotta salata
Garlic
Olive oil
Eggplant
Pasta
Salt & pepper
Fresh basil
Try this one at home! We will see you next week with a summer pasta dish 🍝☀️
05/20/2026
What are you choosing?!
05/15/2026
Happy Friday everyone WEEKEND SPECIAL ALERT! We are gonna be doing a carbonara pizza this weekend— today, tomorrow, and Sunday. Carbonara cream, thinly sliced guanciale, fresh mozzarella, cracked black pepper, & pecorino Romano. Come and get it! See you at 7434 W. North ave. Ciao!
05/13/2026
Did you know that you could add our delicious chicken cutlets to any pasta of your choosing?!
05/12/2026
Did somebody say coffee date?!☕️
05/08/2026
HAPPY FRIDAY! We are back with another amazing weekend special — everyone loved last weekends so much so we had to stay on theme, this one is for our sausage & rapini lovers! We took our Roman dough and filled it with provolone, mozzarella, sautéed rapini, Italian sausage, Parmigiano Reggiano, and EVOO. We will be selling these slices up at the front all day today, tomorrow, and Sunday!!! See you at 7434 W North Ave. See you next week, ciao!!!
05/07/2026
We’re back in the kitchen with Nonna Pina making another famous pasta dish —Crudiola. A very simple and refreshing dish.
Ingredients:
Tomato
Onion
Garlic
Basil
EVOO
Salt & Pepper
Parmigiano Reggiano (optional)
Ricotta Salata — the key to making this dish amazing!
Happy Mothers Day to all the wonderful mothers! 🌻 see you next week, ciao!
05/06/2026
What would you have guessed?!
05/04/2026
Our delicious spinach & ricotta pizza, a must try here at Massa Cafe!
05/02/2026
GIVEAWAY ALERT �The boys from down under are BACK and we’re giving away tickets to TWO lucky winners!!!
Each winner will receive:�- 2 tickets (for you + a friend) to see Sooshi Mango in Chicago this Thursday (5/7)�- A free meal at Massa Cafe
TO ENTER:
Tag the friend you’d bring in the comments
Like this video + follow Massa Cafe & on Instagram
BONUS ENTRY: Share this to your story
Winners will be announced Monday (5/4)! Good luck!
05/01/2026
HAPPY FRIDAY! We are back with another amazing weekend special — this one is for our Mortadella lovers! We took our Roman dough and filled it with creamy ricotta, fresh cracked pepper, thinly sliced mortadella, pistachios, fresh basil, little lemon zest, and EVOO. We will be selling these slices up at the front all day today, tomorrow, and Sunday!!! See you at 7434 W North Ave. ciao!!!
04/30/2026
We put a whole lot of love into every meal we put out ❤️
this is our GiGi Schiacciata
thinly sliced prosciutto, burrata, sundried tomato, EVOO, parmigiano reggiano, & black pepper
04/29/2026
Over a year of our most beloved weekly videos — Cooking with Nonna Pina!!
Comment below your favorite dish we’ve made so far & any ideas of what you’d like us to cook!
04/28/2026
Come on in for lunch (:
Try our pappardelle bolognese
04/24/2026
Happy Friday — WEEKEND SPECIAL ALERT!
Roast pork sandwich topped with sharp provolone, long hots, & sautéed rapini on top of a seeded French finished with Parmigiano Reggiano! Come and get it, today, Saturday, & Sunday all day!!! Ciao!!
04/23/2026
Happy Thursday! We are back in the kitchen with Nonna Pina making a menu item we serve here at Massa Cafe — Fusilli Pesto & Shrimp!
Ingredients:
Shrimp
Pasta (fusilli)
Pesto
Bechamel cream sauce
Cherry tomatoes
Wine
Olive oil
Garlic
Salt
Pepper
Parmigiano Reggiano (optional)
Come and get this at Massa, ciao!!
04/22/2026
COMMENT BELOW!
04/21/2026
Who does pizza like we do?!
Address
7434 W North Avenue
Elmwood Park, IL
60707
To get to the location on W North Avenue in Elmwood Park, you can take the public transport via the nearest bus stop. Alternatively, you can also drive and park at a nearby parking lot or street parking.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 10pm |
| Friday |
11am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 9pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 9pm |
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious food, warm atmosphere, and excellent service. Massa Cafe Italiano on W North Avenue in Elmwood Park embodies all of these qualities and more. This family-owned restaurant has been serving up authentic Italian cuisine since 1968, and they have perfected the art of creating delicious dishes that transport you straight to Italy.
One of the standout features of Massa Cafe Italiano is their gelato. Made in-house with only the finest ingredients, their gelato is a must-try for anyone who loves dessert. With flavors ranging from classic vanilla and chocolate to more unique options like pistachio and stracciatella, there's something for everyone.
But it's not just about the gelato at Massa Cafe Italiano. Their menu is full of mouth-watering options like grilled panini, fresh salads, panzerotti, pizza, and more. Each dish is made with care and attention to detail, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor.
And let's not forget about the coffee! Massa Cafe Italiano roasts their own coffee beans on-site, creating a rich and flavorful cup of coffee that pairs perfectly with any meal or dessert.
But what really sets Massa Cafe Italiano apart is their dedication to customer service. From the moment you walk through the door, you're greeted with a smile and made to feel like part of the family. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure that your experience at Massa Cafe Italiano is nothing short of exceptional.
In short, if you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience in Elmwood Park, look no further than Massa Cafe Italiano. With delicious food, homemade gelato, expertly roasted coffee, and top-notch customer service, this restaurant has everything you need for a memorable meal out.
