We had a wonderful experience at Fontinas this past Sunday evening. It was clear they were short-staffed, and the owner was personally waiting tables while juggling everything else. Despite a very busy and challenging evening, he stayed professional and did his best to take care of everyone. Once things slowed down, he took the time to chat with us, and his warmth and genuine hospitality really stood out. The food was delicious, the family-style option made for a great dining experience, and the owner's dedication to his customers left a lasting impression. Every restaurant has the occasional tough night, but it's how they handle those moments that says the most. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend giving this place a try! read more

Small and locally owned, Fontina's has been around for 30 years. All the pastas and sauces are made in house. The owner took his time to explain the menu and also let me know what their most popular items were. A friend and I stopped in for a weekday dinner and it was good. I want to say this place can seat maybe 30 people. It's really dark in there, I thought it was my glasses that also turn into sunglasses, but nope. It's dang dark. Service was very quick. Within a few minutes of ordering our food was ready. I ordered the 8 finger cavatelli with vodka sauce and a side of garlic bread. When ordering - just know that garlic bread is not included with your pasta. I felt like I got suckered into an upgrade but that's OK, now I know. Food was delicious - the noodles were Al dente and the sauce was flavorful. I would say this is a nice place to get the classics. The garlic bread was delicious too. Lots of butter, garlic and the bread was toasted perfectly. read more

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I recently cane across Fontina's Italian Kitchen on social media (great advertising) and thought the food looked intriguing. They offer cold & hot subs, homemade pasta fishes, salads, appetizers, and more. I liked that their menu was a "build your own pasta" format where you picked a noodle, sauce, then option to add meat or upgrade your bread side to garlic bread. Overall, prices were a premium but portions were a good size. I highly recommend checking out their daily specials so save some money on visiting and enjoying. I ordered the Cavatelli Ala Vodka, added italian sausage, and kept my bread plain. The food was made pretty fast but I really enjoyed the taste of everything. The inside isn't the biggest but has enough seating. It was a bit dark for my preference but didn't take away from the experience. read more

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First time here - the reviews are pretty spot on when they say it's a darker atmosphere. It's an order at the counter, they bring it out to your seat yourself table (very quick I'd add!). The tables and booth were fairly sticky...the food was okay. I ordered the spinach manicotti with marinara sauce thinking there was spinach in the ricotta but it was just placed on top with the sauce. My husband ordered the chicken Alfredo and said the sauce and pasta was good but wouldn't necessarily order the chicken again. I can see how this would be a good and easy to go order/pick up restaurant. I'm not sure if we'd come again but I'm glad we checked it out! read more

Fontina's Italian Kitchen - Spinach Manicotti with Marinara - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Delicious cold and hot sub sandwiches. Lovely seating area. You get your sandwiches brought to you when you dine in. This meatball sub is delicious. Italian was good too. I highly Recommend this place . read more

I stopped by to order to go. Service was friendly and it was quick. I ordered the Old World cold cut sandwich along with the parmesan garlic fries. Both were fresh and great tasting! I cannot wait to return and try some of their other menu items. read more

I had the 12" Italian Beef and Sausage Combo. It was delicious. WARNING: There was so much beef on the sandwich that some of it fell on the floor. It was mild, not excessively spicy. The bread was crispy - I like II that way. It was mid-afternoon so there were plenty of tables available. The shared parking lot was only about half filled. read more

I ordered Fontina's through DoorDash. I wanted a roast beef sandwich. The sandwich was beyond my expectations! The amount of meat was phenomenal! It was thinly sliced and very tender. I asked for lettuce and red onions. Both were fresh and plentiful. I had read reviews about their excellent meatballs. I had to see for myself if they were good. They were great! They were tender and flavorful! I will definitely be ordering from Fontina's Italian Kitchen again. read more

Honestly amazing food! Grew up with first gen from Italy, and it's exactly like my grandmas cooking!

This is like a hidden gem sitting right next to Jewel-Osco. We always order capri and Italian, my picky eater loves the 6" Italian sandwich. Maybe next time we will try their pasta. We have not eaten at their restaurant as we always buy to go. Even thought it is to go, they really take time to listen to your orders and they are fast. The sandwiches are packed nicely and labeled. Instead of going to subway or Jimmy John's we come here, don't mind paying extra. read more

Fontina's Italian Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

This is wonderfully prepared comfort Italian food! We've never had a bad meal at the restaurant or as a carry out oder. We highly recommend!

Best Italian sandwiches in the burbs! They honestly do everything exactly correct for an Italian sandwich, and that's not easy to find. My husband and I tried the Italian as well as the Della because we also love mortadella, but both were absolutely delicious!! We definitely plan to try out more of their menu, and feel so fortunate to have actually FINALLY found a true authentic Italian deli/restaurant in our area. read more

Fontina's Italian Kitchen - Italian 6" with everything - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Holy. I can't tell HOW GOOD THE FOOD WAS. It was like heaven. The service was very fast and good. Ambiance was good also. Rating : 100 out of 10! read more

Meatball sandwich great. Quick service --price is right. Recommend them. Nick will take good care of you and whatever you want read more

Best Italian in Naperville!!!!! Yep - sub shop up front & spectacular home cooked Italian by Felipe & family in the back. A family favorite for 10+ years you can't beat the quality, service or appreciate the attention to detail. It's not fancy but it's everything you want to an exceptional meal. Start w Fontina bread (think cheesy garlic bread) - and every the regular bread is delicious & baked on site, enjoy a salad & then my all time fav - the chicken parm w gnocchi!!! Lick the plate good. Speaking of licking the plate, the girls LOVE the vodka sauce - they want to go almost every week for the rigatoni w shrimp in the vodka sauce. We typically had resisted desert, but Daniel talked us into bringing the chocolate cake home & it's.....delicious....get started and never put the spoon down. Go, go, gooooo read more

Fontina's Italian Kitchen - Dinner for 8 - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Decided to come here for my birthday lunch. I was really craving pasta and found this place nearby. I had the gnocchi in vodka sauce and it was amazing and very filling. The decor is really neat too. I can definitely see myself coming here again. read more

Wow! ... truly a Hidden Gem with Heart, Heritage, and Hospitality - Fontina's Italian Kitchen It's not every day you stumble upon a dining experience that leaves a mark on your spirit as much as your taste buds--but that's exactly what happened to me at Fontina's Italian Kitchen in Naperville. It all began outside a Jewel grocery store one night. A stranger and I were denied a small kindness--locked out as we approached a closing door. That moment sparked a rich conversation about the world today, the absence of simple courtesies, and the importance of human connection. That stranger turned out to be Naseer, the owner of Fontina's. He told me, "Come by tomorrow. I'll be working." I took him up on it. The next evening, my girlfriend and I found ourselves stepping into what can only be described as a charming slice of Italy tucked inside a modest strip mall I had visited countless times without ever noticing this hidden gem. From the moment we entered the warm, rustic foyer--filled with old-world Italian charm, textured stone, and classic music--we knew we had stumbled onto something special. Naseer greeted us with open arms and the generosity of an old friend. He seated us personally and treated us with a sincerity that is rare in today's restaurant world. We started with the calamari--perfectly crisp, tender, and served with a zesty marinara and fresh lemon wedges. Aiden, our waiter, even asked how spicy we liked it. That attention to detail set the tone for the evening. For dinner, I had the Penne Crema Rosa: al dente pasta in a rich tomato cream sauce with prosciutto, asparagus, and portobello mushrooms--every bite bursting with flavor and care. My girlfriend ordered the lemon chicken atop angel hair pasta--light, bright, and made with unmistakably homemade sauce and pasta. The portions were generous, the plating elegant, and the flavors... unforgettable. As the night unfolded, we watched the dining room fill up--Aiden juggling tables with poise and passion. Naseer made rounds, checking in with patrons like family. You could feel the pride he poured into every corner of the establishment. Behind the scenes, chefs moved with joyful rhythm, smiling and eager to hear how we enjoyed the meal. It felt less like a restaurant and more like being invited into someone's home. Fontina's isn't just a restaurant. It's a reminder of what hospitality should feel like--authentic, generous, and rooted in love. Thank you, Naseer, Aiden, and the entire Fontina's crew, for an excellent evening that is brag worthy. read more

first time eating there. the best Italian food I've had in a long time. can't say enough about it. big portions and great service. would recommend 10/10. if looking for great food look no further. read more

Our experience at Fontinas was excellent. The service was fast and everyone was very helpful. The food was great. Especially the calamari appetizer and the tiramisu dessert. There is a new manager that is definitely improving things. We will go back. read more

Nice place hidden next to jewel with great food and service Tastes like home cooking that grandma used to cook on Sunday! George B read more

(This place deserves zero stars, but I see low ratings don't get published.) RUN the other way. The man in charge on 12/27/25 does not deserve your business. Never have I heard "Shit happens" spewed by someone in a business--not just once but twice. They did not plan for our reservation placed more than 24 hours earlier. Their casual way of letting customers seat themselves left the back room unacceptable--there was no way to set up for six. Another table was set up, but another group walked in and claimed it before we sat down. As we were quietly debating whether to place a carry-out order or to find another restaurant, the manager yelled at us. His behavior is unacceptable. We will never return. read more

Top quality meats on sandwiches and excellent service. I've been going there for 20 years.

Ordered delivery. Penne arrabiata was not spicy at all. The garlic bread wasn't very garlicy. Ravioli had too much sauce.

The hand rolled pasta is incredible. And who knew asparagus would go so well with bleu cheese, balsamic, and tomatoes?? Genius!

We were over charged by$5 tonight. Menu price was 16.95 for lasagna and we were charged $17.95. Pork chop meal was listed as 21.95 and we were charged $25.95. When this was pointed out to the waiter he said the menus weren't updated and there was nothing he could do. Also, called my husband "boss", which was not appreciated. The food is excellent but this is the second time we were overcharged. Last time was just $1 and we let it slide. We won't be returning. read more

Not very good. My son and I got chicken Alfredo and he got a soda and I got a wine $76! Really with counter service and had to beg for a water. Not impressed read more

This is a store-front Italian restaurant with all homemade meals. We had the antipasto salad (beautiful & tasty!), chicken parmesan and chicken marsala. Portions were generous and perfectly prepared. This place also makes its own pasta. Service is friendly, simple and FAST! read more

Food is great I will give them that. Service is awful. Just set my child down on the counter on the side to look at the menu and he put his foot up - as I was telling him to put his feet down a cook on the line yelled at him/me to take him down people eat on there. I 100% understand and agree that's why I was telling him to get down but don't yell at your customers especially a child. My kid was jarred and practically in tears and we left. Don't think I'll ever come back. Telling my friends as well this place doesn't know how to talk to children. read more

I gave this place several chances over a period of time. My co-workers eat here, but they will eat anything. Here are my takeaways from about 6 occasions where my job ordered us food. I have won the battle to stop going there. They almost NEVER read instructions when we order. If you want something done special, go in person; they will never get it right. They cook everything in the same grease, so the fries WILL taste like calamari. You have been warned. They are a little shady. I ordered a sandwich, and they gave me day-old bread that was rock hard. I had to turn around and return it because I checked it in the parking lot. I think places like this bank on you not checking until you are far away. I want to trust a local spot, but you can't. The Chicken Parmesan is previously frozen, kid-size chicken tenders, and it tastes like it. Sloppy food. The sandwiches are thrown together so sloppily, large, strong onions, ingredients haphazardly thrown about. Inconsistent. Sometimes the food is super salty; sometimes, super bland. read more

Fontina's Italian Kitchen - What I THOUGHT I was getting from a small rustic Italian restaurant for a chicken parm. - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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New to the area. I had a craving for takeout lasagna. When my daughter brought the order home, what I saw looked like a half filled container with leftover lasagna. I had asked for no onions, but it had some anyway. It was served with a hard roll with no butter. When I called the place to inquire about the food, I received a lack of empathy. So, I decided to drive there to present my dissatisfaction and asked for a refund. The owner refused to compensate me. I had no choice but to take it home and try it. Honestly, it was not worth the money. It was like eating a small TV dinner. I will never go back. On the plus side, the carrot cake was ok. read more

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Our dinner out group went on a Monday night. We had wonderful service from Naseem and Eric, along with Bakish! the food was fabulous and it is bring your own wine with a uncorking fee. It is a hidden gem. Old school music but we could hear each other talk. Loved it! We will be back! read more

Fantastic authentic style Italian food. I highly recommend. They have yummmmy bruschetta, which is simple tomato and a little basil evoo fontina cheese on a nice crostini bread. Very tasty spaghetti and balls. Their ravioli is amazing. And one of the best chicken marsala I've had anywhere! I recommend dining in. They have extra tables in the back for dining in. I believe they only have wait staff on the weekend and their business is mostly carryout during the week. However you can still dine in on weekdays, You have to order at the counter and get your own drink from the fountain, and they'll bring the food out to you. They don't have a dedicated wait staff during week days. But It works out nice and the service is pretty quick. Guys at the front desk are chill, friendly and helpful. read more

One of our favorite neighborhood restaurants. Reasonable prices and great food. The pork chops are some of the best I've ever had. Great service as well. Very attentive. Small restaurant, but clean and well kempt. read more

This plate is TO DIEEEE FOR!!! I'm from Florida and come here every time I visit Chicago!! The owner is so incredibly nice. Very comfortable and homey. I recommend a million times!! read more

Fontina's Italian Kitchen - 8-Finger Cavatelli with the vodka sauce - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Never go back to the place, the workers don't wear gloves or a cap in the kitchen, and I saw one washing his hair right there in the kitchen. How is that possible? The food doesn't have any flavor , and the place looks dirty!!!!!!!!!! read more

This establishment used to be Fontano's Subs... ordered here yesterday 1st time DoorDash Cheese Lasagna Gluten free penne pasta, bread, garlic Parmesan fries ... opened the bag NO Parmesan garlic fries called the restaurant male employee on phone every other word UM :. 80% sure um he gave the driver um my fries um .. I contacted the Door Dash driver handed 1 bag.. um the Restaurant employee is 80% sure um they um made my fries um.. got that many UM'S you're not sure he sent my call to his dad I had to go thru the whole story all over again Dad tells me I have to contact DoorDash.. now I'm stuck in the middle between um Fontina's & DD driver .. I didn't get my fries however DoorDash gave me a generous credit nearly my entire gluten-free pasta & fries combined separate order didn't make it in within add on timeframe kids fettuccine no sauce extra bread portion was so small it was hideous... cheese on my husband's lasagna smelled "different" To be fair Fontina's might be great place for subs however employees are not helpful 1st employee should've told me contact Door Dash food we got doesn't reflect 4.7 DD rating + there are much better places in Naperville/Lisle to order great Italian food from especially gluten friendly normally we order from Noodles Angeli's Maggiano's Little Pops ... Coopershawk Kids Parmesan Chicken wAngel Hair Marinara I get gluten-free pasta CH gives 2 large Parmesan chicken breasts nice portion gluten-free pasta drink + free gf bun $11.99 read more

Fontina's Italian Kitchen - Gluten Free Pasta Marinara Cheese Lasagna Brea - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Favorite place for Italian food in Naperville! Dont let the small space fool you. A mom and pop family restaurant where everything is made with love! Best cavatelli i have ever had and the chicken limone is the best. Wonderful freshly made and have never had a disappointing meal ever. Good prices, good food, good people. Some small tables in the back but especially great for carryout too! read more

Great service and food. Meatball sub is fabulous. Very friendly staff. Pastas are fresh and tasty read more

First of all, I love sub sandwiches. always have. I'll go to the two chain shops from time to time and they are always OK. Not like the sandwiches I had as a kid but good enough. I went to Fontina's for the first time and had the best sub I've had in years. The bread is old time Italian and fresh as can be. The meats are top quality and served in generous amounts. The oil dressing was a little too heavy for my taste, but so what? I'll just ask for easy on the oil next time. The subs are ordered by the inch...6", 8", 10", or 12". I had the 12" Italian Sub and couldn't finish it. (That never happens!) Absolutely the best I've had in years!! read more

Stopped by for a quick lunch on Christmas Eve while out running errands. I was a bit hesitant based on the strip mall location near Jewel, but when I walked in, the small restaurant was crowded with a line of people picking up holiday carry-out orders, so I figured it had to be pretty good! I placed my order at the counter. I asked if they had any lunch specials and was told "no," which was a bit of a bummer, but oh well. I ordered a cup of potato, garlic and leek soup and the Turkey Panini, which came with pesto mayo, fresh mozzarella, spinach and tomato. I opted to dine in. My food came out quickly, and the panini was huge and tasty! I could only finish half of it, along with my soup. The pesto mayo was flavorful, though I wish there was more of it. The soup was good and tasted homemade, though it was a bit heavy on the garlic for my taste. The "ambiance" left something to be desired. There was limited seating in the back of the restaurant. It was dimly lit. A couple tables hadn't been cleared, but I assume that was due to the Christmas Eve rush with managing so many carry-out orders. An older couple at a table nearby didn't appear to be eating anything and were swearing like sailors! It was off-putting and didn't really add to the "vibe," but I recognize that's out of the restaurant's control. As I left, I noticed a young man eating a massive plate of spaghetti and garlic bread. It looked so good. (I'm also pregnant and craving carbs!) I'll be back to try the pasta but don't plan to dine in again. read more