Fontano's Subs

“THE BEST TO EVER DO IT.”

THE BEST TO EVER DO IT! I Wanted A Great Sandwich & I Always Order At Fontano's! Never A Wrong Or Missed Note! Everything Is Always Fresh With Excellent Quality Of Meat & Portion Size! EXCELLENT JOB GUYS!

Kohneesha Gordon

Oct 2025

“Turkey sandwich on my first visit.”

Turkey sandwich on my first visit. They are not skimpy on the deli meats, you will be satisfied with the quality and amount. Add the vinegar and oil, it’s definitely a plus. Will be back for the meatball sub.

Liliana Galvan

Oct 2025

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fontano Subs – A True Italian Gem Stopped by Fontano Subs and tried the Wiseguy — absolutely amazing.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fontano Subs – A True Italian Gem Stopped by Fontano Subs and tried the Wiseguy — absolutely amazing! Everything tasted incredibly fresh — the bread was perfectly crusty on the outside and soft inside, and the meats and toppings were full of flavor. You can tell they use high-quality, fresh ingredients and really care about what they serve. The place has that classic, traditional Italian sub shop vibe — simple, cozy, and full of character. The staff was friendly and quick, and the whole experience felt authentic from start to finish. If you’re craving a real Italian-style sandwich made right, Fontano Subs is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

Pablo Hernandez

Oct 2025

“Came in on a Saturday and ordered the Italian beef with a bag of chips.”

Came in on a Saturday and ordered the Italian beef with a bag of chips. The sandwich had good flavor and was just what I needed. The place felt simple and laid back, which I liked. It had that classic deli feel without trying too hard. I’d come back for lunch again.

Lisa Lin

Aug 2025

“I came here to order and pick up a sub right before going to O’Hare I had a footlong italian sub...”

I came here to order and pick up a sub right before going to O’Hare I had a footlong italian sub in two sittings, but it was was really good The shop is clean It isn’t one I would go out of my way for, but it is a sandwich shop I would return to if I were in the area

Anonymous Users

Aug 2025

“Took the blue line all the way from Irving park to try fontano's subs.”

Took the blue line all the way from Irving park to try fontano's subs. It’s your little neighborhood deli in the city. Walking in you can tell its a mom and pop shop with history. They have they’re grocery isle with different Italian options on the shelves. We order the 12”turkey sub on white with provolone (mayo, lettuce , tomato, cucumbers, onions, oil and vinegar and salt and pepper) and a 8” sausage sub on white with provolone and marinara sauce and hot peppers. The turkey sub slap especially how we ordered it all the flavors worked together. The sausage sub needs a bit more sauce but was as good as the turkey. The hot peppers were definitely hot so be careful. 10/10 will be back again.

Gammal Diaz

Jun 2025

“Gotta love the variety of sizes for each sandwich.”

Gotta love the variety of sizes for each sandwich. Grabbed me a meatball and I forgot the name of the other one but man were they sooooo good!!! Definitely coming back when I'm in the area. The staff was quick and attentive with my order as well.

Carlos Castrejon

May 2025

“5 stars all around hands down best sandwiches best combos of meats lots of other items set out to...”

5 stars all around hands down best sandwiches best combos of meats lots of other items set out to purchase I ended up trying the pesto sauce recommended for pasta made at home absolutely loved it as well as the tiramisu been to both locations west and south in Beverly must try 🤗

Faith V.S Destiny

May 2025

“Can’t wait to try this place again, very good.”

Can’t wait to try this place again, very good! We also got the tiramisus. Parking was a bit of a challenge but it was well worth it. Their hot sandwiches look great too. Big chip and dessert selection room with fresh cookies. A few tables inside.

Ashley Bushala

May 2025

“Growing up, my family never ate lunch meat.”

Growing up, my family never ate lunch meat. My mom had an idea that it was really bad for you and thus, I never developed a taste for things like turkey, ham, salami, pepperoni, etc. But multiple people had recommended this place to me. So I randomly decided to try it just once. Never in my entire life have I craved lunch meat like this or gone out of my way to continuously eat it. I don’t even like subs that much. Yet, I’d go to Fontano’s regularly for more and more. For anyone else who hates lunch meat, come here. There’s no going back. Also the staff are very kind and easygoing which only adds to the positives.

Ynei Moon

May 2025

“Lunchtime in Chicago, and found myself wandering through a neighborhood hadn't visited in...”

Lunchtime in Chicago, and found myself wandering through a neighborhood hadn't visited in years-Little Italy, just behind UIC's campus. The kind of place that wears its history on its sleeve. Fontano's Subs, an institution around here, quietly nestled on a residential street. The front of the shop is a throwback like a sparse neighborhood convenience store with shelves of snacks and sodas, and several linoleum tables with a few locals eating in the back, there's the deli counter. I waited for two state cops to finish their orders before stepping up. knew what I wanted. The Wiseguy: Prosciuttini, Capicola, Genoa Salami, and Provolone on fresh Italian bread, stuffed with all the veggies dragged through the garden, as one might say, topped off with oil, vinegar, and hot peppers, just enough to give it a kick. went with the 8-inch (only the second half pictured), wrapped up tight in butcher's paper. To go. I strolled through UIC's campus, my old stomping grounds, on the way to catch bus. The weather was perfect, but work was waiting. By the time got to my desk, the oils had soaked through the paper, as a good deli sandwich should, a translucent window to the deliciousness inside. The bread however, thick and crusty, held everything in place. The flavors? Pure nostalgia, with that perfect balance of spice and richness. An authentic Italian sub that hits ike nothing else. If you're ever in Chicago and want a sandwich that speaks to the city's soul, Fontano's is the place.

William Higgins

Oct 2024

“We ordered in several subs to share including the meatball sub, the Big L, the Wiseguy and a turkey.”

We ordered in several subs to share including the meatball sub, the Big L, the Wiseguy and a turkey. All were delicious and absolutely worth it. Will be ordering again for sure.

David Maurice

Aug 2024