Fontano's Subs

Tracing its roots to a 1960 start in Chicago's Little Italy, Fontano’s keeps things firmly anchored in unpretentious deli tradition. The counter turns out a roster of hot and cold sandwiches, ranging from warm Italian beef to cold roast beef and layered cuts. Much of the draw comes down to bread with enough chew to support dense fillings, best showcased in the signature Italian Blockbuster, a hefty meat-and-cheese stack. With an everyday, slice-of-life atmosphere where takeout is a common choice, the focus stays squarely on classic counter staples without fine-dining airs.