Mangia Napoli

Mangia Napoli is a pizza place in Elmhurst, IL, located at 940 N York St. The restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine, including hand-tossed pizzas topped with fresh mozzarella and plum tomatoes, classic pasta dishes, and seasonal entrées. The menu features small bites such as arrancinis, mini panzerottis, stuffed mushrooms, and polipetti al forno, as well as antipasto options like fried or grilled calamari, baked clams, and mussels marinara. The establishment offers dine-in, take-out, and catering services, with specific packages for birthdays, corporate events, and weddings. Catering options include oven-baked lasagna layered with ricotta, fettuccine Alfredo, chicken marsala, antipasto salad, and sausage with peppers. The dining room features craft cocktails, house wines, and draft beers, along with weekly dine-in specials for family nights and ladies' gatherings.

The restaurant is a family-run business operated by the Longobardi family, who bring over 80 years of combined experience to their kitchen. Vincenzo Longobardi, born in Napoli, Italy, began his career in the restaurant industry at age 15 and later worked as a chef at Trattoria Gallo in Lincolnshire and with the chefs at Armands. Today, his four sons, Vinnie, Fonzy, Nico, and Eddie, serve as professional chefs who prepare all food in-house. Their mother, Wanda, specializes in homemade desserts and cakes. The family focuses on traditional cooking methods, starting with fresh ingredients to deliver authentic flavors. They maintain a welcoming atmosphere where guests are treated like family, supported by reasonable prices and attentive customer service.

Mangia Napoli holds a rating of 4.60 from customers who have reviewed it. This positive feedback reflects the quality of the authentic Italian food and the hands-on approach of the Longobardi family in serving the Elmhurst community.