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Food & Restaurant and Deli He says they're both homemade, and obviously, a lot larger than their Italian cousins. "Arancini is actually an appetizer.

There are several dishes in the Italian kitchen that conjure up comfort, but two of them are the stars at a Bensenville deli that the Hungry Hound recently checked out. When you think arancini in Italy, you think of a small, bite-sized appetizer. As for lasagna, that's usually a Sunday-only, special occasion dish. But, in Bensenville, both items are not only available everyday. They're quite a bit

larger than the versions you might see across the Atlantic. The regulars know they're going to leave fairly stuffed, because at the Asti Italian Deli in Bensenville, portions are indeed ample. I turned it into a meal. It's actually a Sicilian thing," said Mario De Astis, co-owner of Asti Deli. But here, it becomes a bit more American, thanks to its size. They start with cooked, long-grain rice, adding parmesan, eggs and parsley to it, before mixing it up by hand, to fully incorporate the flavors. Then, De Astis takes a large palm full, pressing it flat; he adds a cube of mozzarella and some ground beef, then covers it up with another handful of rice. Into some beaten eggs then a quick roll in fine bread crumbs, before hitting the deep fryer. At the table, it arrives in a pool of homemade ragu, with another container on the side. "We use whole, plum tomatoes, we grind 'em up and make sauce from scratch; that's another item my mom taught me," De Astis said. The size of the arancini ball pales in comparison to the heft of the lasagna slices, which are sold everyday, despite their traditional origins. "It's more of a Sunday item, not a weekday item. In Italy, you have lasagna on Sunday only; it's something special," he said. At Asti, it's a matter of layering. Homemade sheets of pasta come each day from Perfect Pasta in Addison, plus a few ladles of that homemade tomato sauce. Also, parmesan, mozzarella and fresh ricotta cheeses. One of the layers gets ground beef, but the others remain meatless. The procedure is repeated at least four or five times, or until the top level of the baking pan is reached. Baked in the oven for about a half an hour, the lasagna is sliced into individual pieces, which could easily feed two. "I always liked sitting with my mom, watching her make food and stuff, so she taught me how to make lasagna, how to take fresh ricotta, fresh mozzarella, and layer out with ground beef," said De Astis. "If you come during lunch, probably be prepared to sleep after that." The deli does a lot of catering and carryout, but there is plenty of room in their newly expanded dining room to dine-in as well.

05/26/2026

We’re hiring!! Join our team!
Message us or stop in the deli after 3pm 6days a week! Ask for manager.

05/05/2026

Our case doesn’t miss.
Every day it’s different—every day it hits. 🔥

03/02/2026

Happy Heavenly Birthday, John DeAstis. Your presence is still felt in the kitchen and in our hearts every single day — always missed, never forgotten ♥️

01/13/2026

Fresh sliced. Slow cooked. Zero shortcuts. 🇮🇹
Asti is your neighborhood Italian deli—come hungry, leave obsessed.
Sandwiches, prepared foods, and all the classics done right.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at Asti Deli!
Thank you to our loyal customers and community for over 40 years of support.

We’re truly grateful and wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous year ahead. 🥂

Diego, Mario, Nick

12/23/2025

Holiday Hours 🎄

12/03/2025

A little taste of Italian happiness, bundled up and ready to go.
Asti Deli’s limited-time gift baskets are officially out—packed with classics, crafted with love, and gone as soon as they fly off the shelf. Grab one while they’re still stacked and smiling at you.

Perfect for gifting… or “accidentally” keeping for yourself.

11/26/2025

At Asti Deli, nothing comes from a box — everything comes from our kitchen. Fresh ingredients, fresh flavors, made daily. Taste the difference.

11/04/2025

Fall vibes 🍂 at ASTI 🍁

Try our Chili!

08/19/2025

Morning hustle, midday flavor. Prepping now so lunch hits different. 🍴🔥

03/28/2025

Spring is in the air, and we can’t wait to welcome the season with alfresco dining on our patio! ☀️ Fresh air, great food, and good company—what could be better? Stay tuned for opening dates, and get ready to enjoy your favorite Asti Deli flavors under the sun!

09/06/2024

Thank you!!

On this day 8 years ago, the “Best Sandwich in Town” was created by our very own members. Thanks to the one and only ASTI Deli for always serving it up. If you haven’t had the Fire House Sub, or anything from Asti’s Deli for that matter, be sure to stop in there soon!🇮🇹

05/13/2024

Savoring every bite on our newly extended patio at Asti Deli. Join us for a lunch experience like no other! 🍽️🌿

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1410 W Irving Park Road
Bensenville, IL
60106

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Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm

Website

http://www.astiitaliandeli.com/

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