A machine (1) for storing and dispensing liquid or semi-liquid food products comprises, in combination: - a refrigerated compartment (2) internally comprising: - supporting means (3) for supporting at least one container (5) of liquid or semi-liquid or semi-solid food product to be dispensed, - a pump 4) connectable to the at least one container (5) of liquid or semi-liquid or semi-solid food product to be dispensed; - a dispensing nozzle (6) associated with the pump (4); - a refrigeration system comprising a refrigerating circuit associated with the refrigerated compartment to keep it at a predetermined temperature; - at least one door (7) for closing the refrigerated compartment.