I was excited to check out Caffe Pronto, as we had lunch in the area, and wanted to have a caffeine fix before heading home. The menu offers various espresso drinks, tea, sandwiches, and desserts; they also have various packaged snacks and such you could purchase around the counter. We ordered the Latte with almond milk and a Mocha - both were just not drinkable at all - it had an unpleasant bitter and grainy taste to it, and we just couldn't see the hype on this place. Service was friendly, and there were some seating inside as well as some tables in front of the cafe; unfortunately, we just couldn't dine in either option since it just reeked of cigarettes. No dice. Parking available in the lot, but can be tight when full. +avoid the coffees +unpleasant cigarette odors, in- and outside +parking lot available read more

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I absolutely Love CP!! A new find and neighborhood gem! It's tucked away in a small parking lot right off of Cumberland. Service was friendly, prompt and the overall vibe is super Italian old school. I believe the owner is there every day and each time we are there, he always says thank you and have a nice day at the end. Coffee and sandwiches are so good! Relatively affordable as well! Also offer some goodies like chocolate snacks and gelato! Please support your local businesses !! Lots of regulars on a daily basis ! read more

Caffè Pronto is a small Italian cafe on Cumberland. When sitting inside you may feel like you are overseas. They also have a small outdoor seating area. We had the panzerotti which was like a calzone. My husband also tried the arancini. Both were good. The service was quick and friendly. We are glad we stopped in for a quick lunch. read more

Felt terrible "disrupting" the neighborhood gentleman having their post-dinner espresso. Two sandwiches served with Lay's potato chips a Sprite and a Pellegrino @$31 my St. Joe's relatives are spinning. We were nearby for a wake and wanted a quick bite and it was better than McD's. 4 bucketed Gelato flavors including Vanilla and Mint Chocolate Chip. Opted to pass. Moving on. read more

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I absolutely love Italian food plus coffee. Folks from Pronto did not disappoint. Bravissimo!

Pulled into Caffè Pronto in Norridge to kick off my morning with an americano and a pair of panzerotti--ended up dropping about $9 before tip. The coffee was bold and hot--just how I like it--and those panzerotti were pillowy and cheesy with a tangy sauce that hit the spot. The place has a cozy, neighborhood energy with outdoor seating and friendly banter between folks--all feels low‑key and inviting . Staff checked in at the right times--no hovering, but they made sure I was good. Nit‑pick: the music was a bit loud for a chill coffee hang, could dial it down a notch. But overall, this bakery‑cafe combo is solid--good prices, warm atmosphere, and reliable flavors--definitely coming back when I'm in the hood. read more

Caffè Pronto - Italian Near Me - Norridge, Illinois

Caffè delizioso! Great neighborhood coffee shop. Indoor and outside seating. Enjoyed trying this support local business! read more

Caffè Pronto - Italian Near Me - Norridge, Illinois

I like to stop by at this coffee place almost every day for my coffee break. If you like itallian espresso this is the right place ! read more

Caffè Pronto - Italian Near Me - Norridge, Illinois

Best coffee drinks around. Stop here every time I am coming to and leaving O'Hare. I've had their croissant which is good. Can't comment on the rest of the menu but Italian coffee house items all on sale. read more

Nice little coffee shop, with a small business vibe. If you're looking for something different than a Starbucks or Panera, with character and warmness, come check out Caffè Pronto. When we came here, there was a group of local immigrants gathering around the big screen TV, watching the soccer (I'm sorry... I mean football) game. Not into coffee? That's fine. They have great desserts, like cake and pie, and gelato and tea. The person behind the counter was super friendly and nice. This place seems like where you can come out and share stories of how it was back at home and enjoy a really good cup of coffee. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Very kind people, let me put bike inside so it wasn't sitting outside without a lock, great coffee ,cool restaurant

I can't believe it's taking me so long to go here even though I passed this little gem of an Italian Cafe on my way to work everyday. The owner was so nice and accommodating. We came here on a Sunday and there was a good crowd, great community feel and atmosphere. I tried the egg cheese, ham croissant and ordered the prosciutto sandwich. I had the coffee mocha and ordered the iced caramel latte. The iced caramel latte was out of this world. I was definitely jealous that I didn't order that. We had a great time and we'll be back possibly later today to try the iced coffee. read more

We got a lot of food. Prosciutto sandwich, eggplant sandwich, bear claw, and tiramisu. In all honesty the bear claw was old, there wasn't a lot of toppings on the eggplant sandwich, they forgot our chips, and the tiramisu was frozen when we got it. BUT!!! BUT the prosciutto sandwich was freaking AMAZING, the bear claw tasted better when you heated it up, and once the tiramisu thawed it was also very good. My sandwich was absolutely fantastic and is the main reason I'm giving it 5 stars. I will order this over and over again and will love it forever. It's probably better to pick it up or eat in because we ordered online for delivery. BUT I will be a regular here read more

The espresso was really good. Their eggplant sandwich was also really good. The outdoor seating was great too.

Fugghettaboutit. It's a union hall. It's an Italian cafe for the working man. It's a really good cup of coffee and a bite to eat. Soccer's on TV. read more

This is a small non chain coffee shop which also offers some ice cream and other items. The staff is great and the wait time for your drink is short. The shop is clean and has plenty of seating inside and outside. Access is easy from the street and parking is available. read more

We were in the area and wanted to get a quick coffee and breakfast before we start sour day. Due to the great reviews on Yelp, we decided to check out this place. The cafe is situated in a small plaza and the parking lot was full of cars by the time we got there at 10 AM. There's an outdoor patio where many men were gathering and smoking early in their morning with their coffees. The counter was run by one of the co-owners and she was fantastic. It was a super busy day and unfortunately one of her employees was running an hour late so she was manning the entire cafe by herself. I got a cappuccino and my partner got an iced americano, both of which the woman made super quickly before we paid and got a table to wait for our sandwiches. The wait wasn't long at all, considering how it was a one woman show the entire morning! I highly suggest coming to check out the Caffè Pronto if you're ever in the area to support the local business! read more

Caffè Pronto - Ham, egg, cheese croissant sandwich - Italian Near Me - Norridge, Illinois

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Found my new fresh real coffee spot! Hidden Gem! Great service , delicious treats, great ambience, definitely a winner!

This coffee place is a real gem. I almost don't want to review cause I'd like to keep it secret. This is a real, old fashioned, Italian coffee house/bistro. The ambiance is terrific. Neighborhood people always there just having an expresso and talking. There are a couple of tables outside which is so nice...even though the parking lot is right there it doesn't seem to matter. Their cappuccino and latte is great and sandwiches on croissants are yummy. I go for the atmosphere. It's "real." read more

A gorgeous little cafe! If you live near a metropolitan area, it's sometimes not easy to come across a nice local cafe with exquisite coffee and interior. I'm glad I stayed near the Cumberland area and visited this place. I ordered a double shot espresso, and it was simply marvelous. The place is decorated with a number of Italian cultural themes, which complement the overall 'authentic' Italian cafe impression. read more

Caffè Pronto - Italian Near Me - Norridge, Illinois

Cute little authentic Italian shop! My friends and I were looking for some food that wouldn't be too heavy, and this place definitely hit the spot. I got the prosciutto & provolone sandwich, and it was so delicious! Even the chips were perfectly crisp! I also got some tiramisu to go, which was also amazing. read more

Caffè Pronto - Prosciutto & Provolone sandwich - Italian Near Me - Norridge, Illinois

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Like walking into some blend of 1950's Newark, Satriale's from "The Sopranos," and your favorite cuppacino place. The food is average (my sandwich was cooked in the microwave), the coffee options quite good, but that's not why I'd come back. You walk in, there's three older Italians playing cards in the side room. In front, 5 guys are speaking Italian watching AC Milan. The hostess sprinkles in authentic Italian as she speaks to you. This place brings back memories of my childhood and beyond. Perfect for a quick bite or a trip down memory lane. Andiamo! read more

If I could fall in love with a business, then this would be one of those places. It brought me back to my travels around Italy, the smaller villages. I was a bit hesitant walking in, thinking, I'm an outsider and everyone is just going to stare me down, but no one batted an eye. I was met with friendly banter and a great cappuccino. Now, if you are looking for a crafted coffee drink from a hip coffee shop, you are not going to get that here, and that's ok. There is no attitude from some snotty barista, but you get a great cappuccino or espresso, made with love. They use Kimbo beans, just like you would find in Italy. And I had a pistachio cornetto along with it. Between that and listening to the neighborhood gentlemen chatting in Italian, I felt like I belonged. So happy that we made the move to this neighborhood and we found Cafe Pronto. read more

Small business with all the Italian classics. We came early for some breakfast and coffee. We are not familiar with the area but wanted a local place and we're happy we found this. I had an apricot croissant (flaky, gooey inside) perfect amount for a small breakfast. Husband got a ham, egg and cheese croissant. Although, he would have liked the ham to be warm he ate every morsel. If I lived here this would definitely be one of my regular stops in this city for coffees and small breakfasts to tie me over. read more

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Great and cute little coffee shop. Machiatto and Cappuccino are delicious and also they ham and provolone sandwich! Definitely coming back. read more

I can't say enough about the authenticity of a local Italian five deli this place was. They even had Italian television on. Young guy at the counter was super friendly, heavy Italian accent and accommodated every request. Food was spectacular! Espresso, gelato, Italian ice to have with your sandwiches. They sell a few Italian knick-knacks, whole bean and ground espresso and some local fresh bread and pastries. I'd eat here aga read more

It has been one (1) year and half since I wrote the initial review. Let me tell you. This place is truly Italians' social club: grab some cappuccino, mingle with some strangers, in Italian or in English, or just watch some TV. I can guarantee that you won't be left alone at Caffe Pronto. This is not a coffeeshop for you to get work done; it's a spot to hang out! Coffee is delicious and reasonably priced. I haven't had anything but latte and cappuccino. However, they serve sandwiches and gelato. Parking is plenty, and many of the people are super regulars. I often come with hubby who speaks fluent Italian. While mine is at a very elementary level, I still have fun listening to their conversations and make myself at home. read more

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I'm a barista myself, and I've been to a LOT of places for coffee. The barista was so nice, biscotti was great, and my iced americano was fantastic. Really solid family vibe filled with fun decor, mostly an homage to Italy. There's a ton of Italian pastries and a full menu, which I wish I tried. This is about 30 minutes away from me, but well worth the trip read more

It's a very Italian, cute cafe near O'Hare...I met my cousin for a quick chat and a cuppa since it was close to the Hyatt. Our server Joana was very chatty and friendly.It had a good neighborhood feel to it! read more

Caffè Pronto - Italian Near Me - Norridge, Illinois

Hidden GEM it's soooo fire it's an old school Italian joint! The person at the front is soo nice and helpful the chocolate croissant is a must ! The ambiance is old school. read more

Great place Good people good atmosphere and food. Great place to stop and get some gelato read more

Classic Euro-style cafe. Great Uber break stop. Easy parking lot. Friendly. Chicken Breast sandwich is AMAZING! read more

Caffè Pronto - Chicken Breast sandwich. AMAZING! - Italian Near Me - Norridge, Illinois

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Lots of space and the barista was very friendly and quick with our order. I LOVE that there were mentos attached to out coffee sleeves. Genius! They sell food, drinks and some Italian products inside. read more

The service here is amazing along with the food and coffee. Just moved to the area and I know that is is gonna be one of my regular spots! Good vibe to read a book or get some work done read more

Just a quality "old school " Italian coffee shop. Great strong Italian coffee and pastries and if you need to get some work done it is quiet enough to knock out work in a computer , or sit and watch European league soccer while you have a afternoon cappuccino. read more

Have it your way with fast, friendly service! Get your Java Hot, cold, sweet, extra shots, and delicious croissants!

I give this place one star solely because of the lack of covid precautions. Went out of my way to get coffee at this spot when I arrived I noticed a person walking in without a mask;therefore, I went to Dunkin a block away. read more

Great coffee, service and sandwiches. I ordered the double capuchino and the turkey and provolone sandwich . They were both yummy...

Clean, and a lot tv's Real old school ! love it Had everything from Blackhawks stuff to old black and white pictures from the past Service was prompt , friendly and most of all they very knowledgeable! Good recommendation read more

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Nicely set up as a little Italy cafe but the almond milk latte wasn't steamed fully through they rushed to do it and it tasted bad. We did like the affogato and tiramisu. None of the baristas were wearing masks - yikes! read more