Fontano's Pizza and Subs – Italian
The morning air at this bustling neighborhood staple is thick with the aroma of toasted bagels and buttery croissants, transitioning seamlessly into the savory perfume of sliced meats and crusty Italian bread as the day unfolds. Mornings begin with vibrant fruit bowls and flaky pastries, while the lunch crowd gathers for legendary, overstuffed subs like the towering Blockbuster and the zesty Italian Special, each a masterclass in balanced flavors and generous portions. Whether you’re grabbing a quick breakfast sandwich on the go or settling in for a hearty, hand-crafted sub, every bite captures the timeless charm of a true local deli.
332, South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60604 +13126633061 https://fontanosonmichigan.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Dairy-Free at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Fontano's Pizza and Subs in Chicago has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruit Bowl, Local Style Classic Salted Chips and Soup and Sub Special (12 oz Soup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Fontano's Pizza and Subs in Chicago has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruit Bowl, Hot Giardiniera (16 oz) and Italian Ice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Fontano's Pizza and Subs in Chicago has 23 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruit Bowl, Cheesecake and Local Style Classic Salted Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Fontano's Pizza and Subs in Chicago has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Single Cookie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Fontano's Pizza and Subs in Chicago has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Italian Ice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Fontano's Pizza and Subs in Chicago has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Italian Ice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Fontano's Pizza and Subs in Chicago has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Italian Ice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
Fontano's Pizza and Subs in Chicago has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruit Bowl, Local Style Classic Salted Chips and Soup and Sub Special (12 oz Soup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Fontano's Pizza and Subs
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Italian Special Sub | 19.8 g | 97.2 g |
| Muffin | 252.1 g | 58.1 g |
| Tuna Sub | 9 g | 39.8 g |
| Caputo Sub | 9.2 g | 36.9 g |
| Wise Guy Sub | 7.4 g | 30.3 g |
| Bagel with Spread | 39.5 g | 29.5 g |
| Breakfast Bowl | 79.7 g | 28.4 g |
| Corned Beef Sub | 26.2 g | 27.5 g |
| Prosciutto Sub | 16.4 g | 26.5 g |
| Veggie Sub | 17.8 g | 24.9 g |
| Soft Drinks Cans | 6.5 g | 23.5 g |
| Single Cookie | 0 g | 22.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
- Breakfast Sandwich - $9.95: 2 Egg Omelet with choice of cheese (Cheddar, American, Swiss, Provolone or Pepper Jack) and choice of Ham, Bacon, or Sausage on Bagel, Ciabatta, Whole Grain, Croissant or French Bread Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Bowl - $9.95: 2 Egg Omelet with choice of cheese (Cheddar, American, Swiss, Provolone or Pepper Jack) and choice of Ham, Bacon, or Sausage Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fruit Bowl - $6: Fresh seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Muffin - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Danish - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Croissant - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bagel with Spread - $3.95: Choice of Plain, Whole Wheat, Everything, Sesame, Blueberry, Cinnamon Raisin, Jalapeño Cheddar, or Asiago. Includes butter, cream cheese, and jelly. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
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Base price for 6 inch sub. Also available in 8, 10, 12, 16 inch and 3 foot sizes.
- Blockbuster Sub - $9.75: Ham, Salami, Capocollo, Provolone and Swiss. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Special Sub - $9.75: Prosciuttini, Capocollo and Provolone. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Al Italian Sub - $9.75: Mortadella, Cotto Salami, Genoa Salami and Provolone. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wise Guy Sub - $9.75: Prosciuttini, Capocollo, Genoa Salami and Provolone. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caputo Sub - $9.75: Capocollo, Genoa Salami, Pepperoni and Provolone. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto Sub - $9.75: Imported Prosciutto with choice of cheese. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- American Sub - $9.75: Ham, Salami, Bologna, American and Swiss Cheese. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Breast Sub - $9.75: Roasted Turkey with choice of American, Swiss or Provolone Cheese. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beef Sub - $9.75: Deli Style Beef with choice of American, Swiss, or Provolone Cheese. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corned Beef Sub - $9.75: Deli Style Corned Beef with choice of American, Swiss or Provolone Cheese. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Sub - $9.75: Homemade Tuna Salad with choice of American, Swiss or Provolone Cheese. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad Sub - $9.75: Homemade Chicken Salad with choice of American, Swiss, or Provolone Cheese. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Sub - $9.75: Choice of American, Swiss or Provolone Cheese. Includes mayo, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Specials
- Soup and Sub Special (12 oz Soup) - $12.5: 4-inch Sub with 12 oz Soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup and Sub Special (16 oz Soup) - $14: 4-inch Sub with 16 oz Soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daily Special Meal Deal - $15.5: Add a drink, side salad, small chips & a cookie to your 6 inch sandwich Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Local Style Chicago Dog Chips - $3.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Style Classic Salted Chips - $3.6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Style Deep Dish Chips - $3.6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Style Hot Giardiniera Chips - $3.6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Style Italian Beef Chips - $3.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Giardiniera (16 oz) - $9.9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Relish (16 oz) - $10.8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Mild Giardiniera (16 oz) - $9.9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mild Relish (16 oz) - $10.8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Desserts
- Italian Ice - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Single Cookie - $1.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Cheesecake - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Brownie - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Soft Drinks Cans - $2.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Soft Drinks Fountain (16oz) - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Juice, Gatorade and Powerade - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Bottled Water - $3.5
- Coffee - $3.25
- Tea - $3.25
- Hot Chocolate - $3.25
- Milk - $3.25
- Chocolate Milk - $3.25
Frequently Asked Questions about Fontano's Pizza and Subs
- Is Fontano's Pizza and Subs dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Fontano's Pizza and Subs has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruit Bowl, Local Style Classic Salted Chips and Soup and Sub Special (12 oz Soup).
- What can I eat at Fontano's Pizza and Subs on a dairy-free diet?
- Fruit Bowl, Local Style Classic Salted Chips and Soup and Sub Special (12 oz Soup) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Fontano's Pizza and Subs have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fruit Bowl and Local Style Classic Salted Chips.
- Is Fontano's Pizza and Subs gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Fontano's Pizza and Subs?
- Italian Special Sub, at roughly 97.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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