Massa Cafe Italiano Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Massa Cafe Italiano, where Italian cuisine comes alive on the bustling streets of Elmwood Park. This charming cafe offers a delectable menu overflowing with authentic flavors and fresh ingredients.

Start your culinary journey with enticing starters like crispy Polenta Fries and savory Arancini, each a perfect prelude to the main event: the pizzas. Signature pizzas include the rich Bechamel & Mushroom Pizza and the classic Margherita, both crafted with care and topped to perfection. For those craving something heartier, the Nonna's Meatball Pizza and Spicy Diavola deliver a satisfying savor that lingers.

Don't miss the stellar range of sandwiches, pastas, and indulgent gelato that ensure every visit offers something new to savor. Massa Cafe is not just a meal; it’s an experience that delights the senses and warms the heart. Join us to discover why this cafe has become a local favorite!

Pizza

Margherita Pizza

Fresh tomato sauce, tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh mozzarella and drizzled extra virgin olive oil.

Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza

Prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, topped with fresh arugula and extra virgin olive oil.

Spicy Diavola Pizza

Fresh tomato sauce, spicy Italian salami, red chili flakes, fresh mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Bechamel & Mushroom Pizza

Bechamel cream, fresh mushrooms, caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, fresh mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, topped with fresh arugula and extra virgin olive oil.

Spinach & Ricotta Pizza

Fresh tomato sauce, spinach, roasted garlic, ricotta, mozzarella cheese and pecorino-romano.

BBQ Chicken Pizza

Tangy BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, grilled onions, mozzarella cheese and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Sausage & Roasted Red Pepper Pizza

Fresh tomato sauce, Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese and pecorino-romano.

Nonna's Meatball Pizza

Fresh tomato sauce, house made meatballs, fresh basil, ricotta, mozzarella cheese and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Sausage Pesto Pizza

Pesto cream, Italian sausage, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, Gruyere cheese, mozzarella cheese and pecorino-romano.

Cheese Pizza Slice

Cheese Pizza Slice

Pepperoni Pizza Slice

Pepperoni Pizza Slice

Sausage Pizza Slice

Sausage Pizza Slice

Veggie Pizza Slice

Veggie Pizza Slice

Margarita Pizza Slice

Margarita Pizza Slice

Pizza by the Slice

Starters

Polenta Fries

Polenta Fries

Bruschetta

Diced Roma tomatoes tossed with garden fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil.

Mozzarella Sticks

Battered mozzarella sticks served with marinara sauce.

Arancini

Traditional rice ball stuffed with homemade meat sauce, peas and mozzarella cheese served with marinara sauce.

Garden Salad

Romaine-spring mix, tomatoes, black olives, red onions, cucumbers, croutons, pepperoncini and balsamic vinaigrette.

Classic Caesar Salad

Romaine hearts, tomatoes, black olives, croutons, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Caesar dressing.

Caprese Salad

Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, fresh basil, Italian seasoning and drizzled extra virgin olive oil.

Italian Tuna Salad

Seasoned Italian tuna, romaine-spring mix, artichoke hearts, celery, black olives, tomatoes, red onion and balsamic vinaigrette.

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Grilled chicken, romaine hearts, tomatoes, black olives, croutons, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Caesar dressing.

Adriana Salad

Grilled chicken, romaine-spring mix, tomatoes, red onions, roasted red peppers, cucumbers, black olives, feta cheese, pepperoncini and balsamic vinaigrette.

Italian Chopped Salad

Ham, turkey, salami, romaine-spring mix, tomatoes, red onions, Gorgonzola cheese, pepperoncini and balsamic vinaigrette.

Mandalay Salad

Romaine-spring mix, toasted walnuts, Mandarin oranges, strawberries, Gorgonzola cheese and light raspberry vinaigrette.

Friselle Salad

Twice baked hard Italian bread, roasted red peppers, baby arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, pepperoncini, provolone cheese and red wine vinaigrette.

Meatball Salad

Two housemade meatballs alongside fresh whipped ricotta and hearty italian salad.

Fresh Salads

Panzerotti

Classico Panzerotti

Seasoned fresh tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.

Fresco Panzerotti

Seasoned fresh tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella (bocconcini) and mozzarella cheese.

Vegetario Panzerotti

Seasoned fresh tomato sauce, spinach, broccoli, ricotta and mozzarella cheese.

Babbo Panzerotti

Seasoned fresh tomato sauce, Italian sausage and mozzarella cheese.

Soprano Panini

Imported prosciutto, salami, mortadella, mild giardiniera, fresh mozzarella, spinach, tomatoes, sun-dried tomato spread on Tuscan roll.

Americano Panini

Fresh sliced ham, turkey, bacon, cheddar cheese, romaine hearts, red onions, tomatoes and Dijon spread on Tuscan roll.

Primo Panini

Grilled chicken breast, Swiss cheese, bacon, avocado, romaine hearts, red onions, tomatoes and basil pesto spread on Tuscan roll.

Vivo Panini

Fresh sliced turkey, Swiss cheese, avocado, spinach, red onions, tomatoes and honey mustard spread on Tuscan roll.

Giardino Panini

Seasoned grilled eggplant and zucchini, roasted red peppers, portabella mushrooms, provolone cheese, spinach, red onions, tomatoes and basil pesto spread on ciabatta.

Fortuna Panini

Italian tuna salad, artichoke hearts, cheddar cheese, romaine hearts, red onions, tomatoes and sun-dried tomato spread on ciabatta.

Da Rib-Eye Panini

Grilled rib-eye steak, provolone cheese, tomatoes, romaine hearts, red onions and basil pesto spread on Tuscan roll.

Meatball Parmesan Panini

House-made meatballs, fresh tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese on a rustic baguette.

Eggplant Parmesan Panini

Seasoned baked eggplant, fresh tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese on rustic baguette.

Chicken Parmesan Panini

Breaded chicken breast, fresh tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese on rustic baguette.

Caprese Panini

Fresh mozzarella, seasoned tomatoes, fresh basil, drizzled extra virgin olive oil on ciabatta.

Paninis

Pasta Dishes

Rigatoni Arrabiata

Spicy fresh tomato sauce, rigatoni pasta, prosciutto and pecorino-romano.

Bow-Tie Cream & Broccoli

White cream sauce, bow-tie pasta, broccoli and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

8 Finger Cavatelli

Vodka sauce, 8 finger cavatelli pasta and pecorino-romano.

Baked Gnocchi

Fresh tomato sauce, fresh basil, fresh mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Tortelloni Toscana

Pink cream sauce, cheese tortelloni, pancetta, peas, mushrooms, spinach and pecorino-romano.

Original Fried Dough

Cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar.

Gelato

Call for daily flavors.

Nutella Dolce Pizza

Nutella (chocolate and hazelnut), fresh strawberries, whipped cream and dusted with powdered sugar.

Desserts