Fontano’s Subs
Fontano’s Subs
20 E Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL
Neighborhood: Loop
Fontano’s.
The Loop is pretty limited when it comes to eating options (unless you actually enjoy eating fast food or Potbelly’s for the millionth time). Fontano’s has been Rob’s secret sandwich spot for a several years now and I recently went there with him for the first time. Featuring real Boar’s Head cold cuts—you won’t find any processed meat here—Fontano’s blows every other Loop sandwich shop out of the water with their custom sandwich creations. You can also create your own sandwich too, and their sizes range from the typical 6”, 8”, or foot long sub to the 16” or three foot long office party-friendly size. Rob got the American sandwich, with ham, salami, bologna, American, swiss cheese, and veggies, and I got the Roast Beef, with provolone and veggies. Instead of eating in their small eat-in area (be warned that they tend to get busier during lunchtime), we took our sandwiches to Millennium Park and enjoyed our amazing lunch in the park together. If you ever find yourself searching for a good downtown lunch spot, Rob and I are letting you in on the best kept secret the Loop has to offer. Try Fontano’s once and you’ll find yourself going down to the Loop just to get your fix.
-Anna
Rob’s American sandwich.
Anna’s Roast Beef sandwich.
