Canta Napoli Pizzeria & Ristorante
90 E Busse Ave, Mt Prospect
(847) 670-1440
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Small House Side Salad
Build Your Own Pizza
Traditional Pizza
Pizza Margherita
Chicken Parmesan
House Wine Pours
Carbonara Pasta
Minestrone Soup
Caesar Salad
Meatballs
Appetizers
Ravioli Tostati
Breaded Ravioli, Creamy Parmesan Aioli, Marinara Sauce
Dough Balls
Handmade Pizza Dough Balls Lightly Fried And Topped With Marinara Sauce, Basil, And Shaved Fontina Cheese
Bruschetta
traditional or ask for chef's daily selection
1/4 lbs Bang Bang Shrimp
1/4 Or 1/2 Lbs. Shrimp, Housemade Sweet And Spicy Sauce
Baked Goat Cheese
baked goat cheese, red pepper coulis, and basil, served with homemade focaccia bread
Calamari Fritti
Lightly Breaded And Fried With Red Pepper Flakes
Burrata
Fresh Burrata Cheese, Diced Tomato, Pesto, Toast Points
Carne E Formaggio
An Assortment Of Meats And Cheeses Served With Dried Fruit, Nuts, And Crostini
1/2 lbs Bang Bang Shrimp
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Bacon, Dates, Red Pepper Coulis Sauce, Shredded Parmesan
Zucchini Fritters
Breaded zucchini, shaved parmesan, marinara
Italian Poutine
French Fries, Bolognese, White Cheddar Cheese Curds
Polpette
Homemade Meatballs, Marinara Sauce
Salsicce
Italian Sausage, Red Pepper, Onion, Marinara Sauce
Soup and Salad
Insalata Barbabietole
Ruby Beets, Fried Goat Cheese, Mixed Greens, And Balsamic Reduction
Soup of the Day
Minestrones
Insalata Mista Di Verdure
Mixed Greens, Apple, Cranberry, Bleu Cheese, Candied Walnuts, And Creamy Balsamic
Insalata Napoli
Mixed greens, black olive, diced tomato, red onion, salami, pepperoni, pepperoncini, honey basil dressing
Insalata Polpette
Romaine Lettuce, Crumbled Meatball, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Parmesan, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Small Plates
Prosciutto Asparagi
Prosciutto, Asparagus, Citrus Vinaigrette
Broccole
Broccoli, crispy prosciutto, onion, garlic, oil
Funghi
Balsamic Marinated Cremini Mushrooms
Cavoletti Di Bruxelles
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, raspberry jam, jalapenos
Pasta Aglio E Olio
Spaghetti, Garlic, Olive Oil, Parsley
Patate Arrosto
Roasted wedge potato, garlic, chimichurri
Pizza
Build Your Own Pizza
starts as a basic cheese pizza, add $1 for each ingredient, $2 for prosciutto, meatball, chicken, Italian Beef
Traditional
Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Tomato Sauce
Florentine Pizza
Olive Oil, Fresh Spinach, Onion, Mozzarella
Prosciutto E Rucola
Prosciutto, Fontina, Arugula, Lemon Vinaigrette
Fico E Pera
Fontina, Mozzarella, Fig, Pear, Arugula, Balsamic Glaze
Foraggio
Cremini Mushroom, Onion, Fontina, Truffle Oil
Salsiccia Spinaci
Sausage, Spinach, Fresh Garlic, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella
Amanti Della Carne
Sausage, Pepperoni, Crumbled Meatballs, Salami, Fresh Mozzarella
Polpette
Tomato sauce, Red Bell Pepper, Crumbled Meatballs, Ricotta Cheese
Pollo Al Barbecue
Bbq Sauce, Pulled Chicken, Red Bell Pepper, Onion, Mozzarella
Manzo Italiano
Tomato Sauce, Thinly Sliced Italian Beef, Mild Giardiniera, Mozzarella
Pasta
Penne Con Salsiccia
Penne, Italian Sausage, Tomato Cream Sauce, Ricotta Cheese
Tortellini Al Burro Marrone
Cheese Tortellini, Brown Butter Sauce, Blistered Cherry Tomato, Spinach, Parmesan
Polpette Di Spaghetti
Homemade Meatballs, Marinara, Spaghetti, Parmesan
Ravioli Bolognese
Large Four-Cheese Ravioli, Beef and Pork Bolognese, Parmesan
Fettuccine Con Pollo E Verdure
Fettuccine, Grilled Chicken, Squash, Zucchini, Tomato, Parmesan Sauce
Gamberetti Diablo
Linguine, Shrimp, Calabrian Chili, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan
Conchiglie al Forno
Shell pasta, fontina, mozzarella, goat & parmesan cheese in marinara
Pesto Funghi
shell pasta, Cremini Mushrooms, Pesto, Fontina Cheese, Crispy Prosciutto
Shrimp Scampi
Fettuccine, garlic shrimp, diced tomato, spinach, parmesan, light lemon cream sauce
Gnocchi Con Pomodoro Alla Vodka
Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi, Spinach, Onion, Pancetta, Vodka Tomato Sauce
Conchiglie Con Funghi
Shell Pasta, Peas, Mushrooms, Mint, Garlic, Light Lemon Cream Sauce
Risotto Al Capesante
Parmesan Risotto, Peas, Carrots, Sage, Sea Scallops
Gnocchi Pesto
Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi, Pesto Sauce, Diced Tomato, Arugula, Parmesan
Risotto Con Asparagi
Risotto, Asparagus, Spinach, Tomato, White Wine, Lemon Zest
Penne Verdure
penne pasta, red bell pepper, onion, peas, tomato, spinach in a parmesan broth
Bucatini Frutti Di Mare
Shrimp, Scallops, Asparagus, Cremini Mushrooms, Garlic, Spicy Marinara
Entrees
Pesce Bianco
Seasoned Tilapia, Angel Hair Pasta, Fire Roasted Vegetables, White Wine, Lemon Zest
Pollo Classico
Choice Of Parmesan, Limone, Vesuvio, Or Marsala Preparation
Bistecca Con Patate
Steak Medallions, Roasted Wedge Potatoes, Chimichurri
Italian Burger
Twin 4 oz Patties, Mozzarella, Roma Tomato, Mixed Greens, Garlic Aioli, Fries
Capesante Al Limone
Jumbo Sea Scallops, Capers, Crispy Prosciutto, Spinach, White Wine, Lemon
Melanzane Alla Parmigiana
Crispy Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Spaghetti
Salmone Planked
8 oz wood fired Salmon, Lemon oil, Choice of Small Plate
Polenta Ragu
Choice Of Bolognese Or Primavera Preparation
Filetto Di Maiale
Seared Pork Tenderloin, Cheesy Rice, Cherry Tomato, Broccoli, Corn
Bistecca Pizzaioli
Trio filet medallions, onion, red bell pepper, mushroom, garlic, marinara
Appetizers
Bruschetta
traditional or ask for chef's daily selection
Burrata
Fresh Burrata Cheese, Diced Tomato, Pesto, Toast Points
Dough Balls
handmade pizza dough balls lightly fried and topped with marinara sauce, basil, and shaved fontina cheese
Baked Goat Cheese
baked goat cheese, red pepper coulis, and basil, served with homemade focaccia bread
Zucchini Fritters
Breaded zucchini, shaved parmesan, marinara
Polpette
homemade meatballs, marinara sauce
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Bacon, Dates, Red Pepper Coulis Sauce, Shredded Parmesan
Toasted Ravioli
Breaded cheese ravioli, Parmesan aoli, and marina.
Salsicce
italian sausage, red pepper, onion, marinara sauce
Calamari Fritti
lightly breaded and fried with red pepper flakes
Soups and Salads
Caprese
Mozzarella, tomato, basil, and balsamic reduction.
Insalata Napoli
Mixed Greens, Pepperoncini, Salami, Pepperoni, Tomato, Red Onion, Black Olive, Shaved Parmesan, Honey-Basil Dressing
Insalata Polpette
Romaine Lettuce, Crumbled Meatball, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Parmesan, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Mixed Greens Salad
Apple, cranberry, bleu cheese, candied walnuts, and creamy balsamic.
Soup of the Day
Minestrones
Casear Salad
Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, cherry tomato, and house-made Caesar dressing.
Insalata Barbabietole
Beets, Fried Goat Cheese, Mixed Greens, Balsamic Reduction
Insalata Mista Di Verdure
mixed greens, apple, cranberry, bleu cheese, candied walnuts, and creamy balsamic
Insalata Polpette
Romaine lettuce, crumbled meatball, cherry tomato, red onion, red bell pepper, parmesan, red wine vinaigrette.
Appetizers
Bruschetta
traditional or ask for chef's daily selection
Burrata
Fresh Burrata Cheese, Diced Tomato, Pesto, Toast Points
Dough Balls
handmade pizza dough balls lightly fried and topped with marinara sauce, basil, and shaved fontina cheese
Baked Goat Cheese
baked goat cheese, red pepper coulis, and basil, served with homemade focaccia bread
Zucchini Fritters
Breaded zucchini, shaved parmesan, marinara
Polpette
homemade meatballs, marinara sauce
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Bacon, Dates, Red Pepper Coulis Sauce, Shredded Parmesan
Toasted Ravioli
Breaded cheese ravioli, Parmesan aoli, and marina.
Salsicce
italian sausage, red pepper, onion, marinara sauce
Calamari Fritti
lightly breaded and fried with red pepper flakes
Soups and Salads
Caprese
Mozzarella, tomato, basil, and balsamic reduction.
Insalata Napoli
Mixed Greens, Pepperoncini, Salami, Pepperoni, Tomato, Red Onion, Black Olive, Shaved Parmesan, Honey-Basil Dressing
Insalata Polpette
Romaine Lettuce, Crumbled Meatball, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Parmesan, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Mixed Greens Salad
Apple, cranberry, bleu cheese, candied walnuts, and creamy balsamic.
Soup of the Day
Minestrones
Casear Salad
Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, cherry tomato, and house-made Caesar dressing.
Insalata Barbabietole
Beets, Fried Goat Cheese, Mixed Greens, Balsamic Reduction
Insalata Mista Di Verdure
mixed greens, apple, cranberry, bleu cheese, candied walnuts, and creamy balsamic
Insalata Polpette
Romaine lettuce, crumbled meatball, cherry tomato, red onion, red bell pepper, parmesan, red wine vinaigrette.
Entrée
Polo Classico
Choice of Limone, marsala, parmesan or vesuvio prep. Please specify.
Italian Sausage Sandwich and Fries
Italian sausage, red bell pepper, white onion, marinara, and mozzarella with fries.
Melanzane alla Parmigiana
Breaded crisp eggplant, spaghetti, mozzarella, and pomodoro sauce.
Filetto di Maiale
Seasoned pork tenderloin, cheesy rice, cherry tomato, broccoli
Pizza
Build Your Own Pizza
basic cheese pizza then $1 for each ingredient, $2 for prosciutto, italian beef, chicken
Amanti Della Carne
sausage, pepperoni, crumbled meatballs, salami, fresh mozzarella
Salsiccia Spinaci
Sausage, Spinach, Fresh Garlic, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella
Pollo Al Barbecue
bbq sauce, pulled chicken, red bell pepper, onion, mozzarella
Prosciutto E Rucola
prosciutto, fontina, arugula, lemon vinaigrette
Traditional
fresh mozzarella, basil, tomato sauce
Fico E Pera
fontina, mozzarella, fig, pear, arugula, balsamic glaze
Polpette
tomato sauce, red bell pepper, crumbled meatballs, ricotta
Foraggio
cremini mushroom, onion, fontina, truffle oil
Florentine
olive oil, spinach, onion, fontina, mozzarella
Manzo Italiano
tomato sauce, thinly sliced italian beef, giardiniera, mozzarella
Wraps, Sandwiches, and Burgers
Chicken Parmesan Panini
Breaded chicken breast, mozzarella, and tomato sauce.
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Grilled Chicken, Romaine, Tomato, Parmesan, Caesar Dressing
Chicken Caprese Panini
Grilled Chicken, Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil.
Italian Coldcut Panini
Pepperoni, calabrese, prosciutto, herb vinaigrette, and arugula.
Italian Beef Sandwich
mild italian beef, mozzarella cheese, giardiniera
Meatball Panini
Sliced homemade meatball, red bell pepper, mozzarella, pesto, piquillo sauce
Italian Sauage Sandwich
Red Pepper, onion, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce
Philly Cheesesteak
Thin Sliced Philly Steak, Grilled Onions, Mushrooms, Mozzarella
1/2 lb Italian Burger
Mozzarella, Roma Tomato, Mixed Greens, Garlic Aioli
1/2 lb BBQ Burger
BBQ Sauce, Cheddar Cheese, Crispy Bacon
1/2 lb Pizza Burger
Marinara, Pepperoni, Mozzarella
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Crispy Buffalo Chicken, Romaine, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Red Onion, Diced Tomato
Pasta
Tortellini con Pollo
Cheese tortellini, lemon cream sauce, grilled chicken, basil, parmesan
Polpette Di Spaghetti
Homemade Meatballs, Marinara, Spaghetti, Parmesan
Shrimp Diablo
Garlic shrimp, calabrian chili, red pepper flake, marinara, fettucine
Fettuccine Con Pollo E Verdure
Fettuccine, Grilled Chicken, Squash, Zucchini, Tomato, Parmesan Sauce
Penne Con Salsiccia
italian sausage, tomato cream sauce, ricotta cheese
Ravioli Bolognese
Large Four-Cheese Ravioli, Beef and Pork Bolognese, Parmesan
Bucatini Frutti Di Mare
Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Garlic, Piquillo Pepper, Tomato Sauce
Gnocchi Con Pomodoro Alla Vodka
Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi, Spinach, Onion, Vodka Sauce
Conchiglie Con Funghi
Shell Pasta, Peas, Mushrooms, Mint, Garlic, Light Lemon Cream Sauce
Risotto Alle Capesante
Parmesan Risotto, Peas, Carrots, Sage, Sea Scallops
Tortellini Al Burro Marrone
Cheese Tortellini, Brown Butter Sauce, Blistered Cherry Tomato, Spinach, Parmesan
Pesto Funghi
shell pasta, Cremini Mushroom, Pesto, Fontina, Crispy Prosciutto
Risotto Con Asparagi
Risotto, Asparagus, Spinach, Tomato, White Wine, Lemon Zest
Gnocchi Pesto
Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi, Pesto Sauce, Diced Tomato, Arugula, Parmesan
Appetizers
Ravioli Tostati
Breaded Ravioli, Creamy Parmesan Aioli, Marinara Sauce
Dough Balls
Handmade Pizza Dough Balls Lightly Fried And Topped With Marinara Sauce, Basil, And Shaved Fontina Cheese
Bruschetta
traditional or ask for chef's daily selection
1/4 lbs Bang Bang Shrimp
1/4 Or 1/2 Lbs. Shrimp, Housemade Sweet And Spicy Sauce
Baked Goat Cheese
baked goat cheese, red pepper coulis, and basil, served with homemade focaccia bread
Calamari Fritti
Lightly Breaded And Fried With Red Pepper Flakes
Burrata
Fresh Burrata Cheese, Diced Tomato, Pesto, Toast Points
Carne E Formaggio
An Assortment Of Meats And Cheeses Served With Dried Fruit, Nuts, And Crostini
1/2 lbs Bang Bang Shrimp
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Bacon, Dates, Red Pepper Coulis Sauce, Shredded Parmesan
Zucchini Fritters
Breaded zucchini, shaved parmesan, marinara
Italian Poutine
French Fries, Bolognese, White Cheddar Cheese Curds
Polpette
Homemade Meatballs, Marinara Sauce
Salsicce
Italian Sausage, Red Pepper, Onion, Marinara Sauce
Soup and Salad
Insalata Barbabietole
Ruby Beets, Fried Goat Cheese, Mixed Greens, And Balsamic Reduction
Soup of the Day
Minestrones
Insalata Mista Di Verdure
Mixed Greens, Apple, Cranberry, Bleu Cheese, Candied Walnuts, And Creamy Balsamic
Insalata Napoli
Mixed greens, black olive, diced tomato, red onion, salami, pepperoni, pepperoncini, honey basil dressing
Insalata Polpette
Romaine Lettuce, Crumbled Meatball, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Parmesan, Red Wine Vinaigrette
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Recent Reviews
We had my daughter's bridal shower here and it was fantastic! We got the whole restaurant to ourselves and the food, the atmosphere, and the service were all great. The prices was very reasonable as well. I highly recommend for any parties or events.
July 2026
With no social media presence I have written few reviews but the ownership, staff and, most importantly, the food of Canta Napoli deserve to be lauded publicly.
There was a death in my family recently and Canta Napoli owner Mike McDermott was contacted to provide a meal for myself and my guests following the funeral. Everyone commented on the fresh and delicious food. Among the dishes he and his staff prepared were both meat and vegetarian lasagnas, an incredibly colorful...
There was a death in my family recently and Canta Napoli owner Mike McDermott was contacted to provide a meal for myself and my guests following the funeral. Everyone commented on the fresh and delicious food. Among the dishes he and his staff prepared were both meat and vegetarian lasagnas, an incredibly colorful...
June 2026
My best friend had her bridal shower at Canta Napoli, and it was such a great experience. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the staff made everyone feel so welcome. Everything went smoothly, and it was the perfect place to celebrate such a special day. Highly recommend for any special event!
June 2026
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