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.