So I was on an architectural survey and wanted something good and local. Since I'm from Columbus,…read morewhere the food can be pretty meh, I figured I'd give this place a shot because the reviews were great. At first, I was disappointed they didn't have Chicago Italian beef. So I asked what they would recommend, and the very polite lady behind the counter said, "You should try my meatball sub." I laughed and told her, "I don't know... my late grandma (100% Italian) made the best meatballs ever, but alright, let's do it." Then she asked, "Do you want peppers?" and of course my reply was, "Heck yeah!" She chuckled. When the sub came out, I have to say, it was huge. I sat down, took one quick smell and a bite... BOOM. I was instantly transported back to my grandma's kitchen, eating Saturday pasta and meatballs. I highly recommend checking this little gem out. The service, the atmosphere, and especially the food were all amazing. I definitely was not disappointed. P.S. Don't skip the desserts -- once again, absolutely amazing. Thank you so much for the memories and the great experience!

Great little spot for a vegan sandwich or a vegan veggie sandwich…read more However they are way too expensive for a bread and lettuce and tomato sandwich!!! I can get one for a fraction of the price at Subway or make my own!! Ed said that his meatball sandwich was to sloppy and messy We would never return

Delicious subs ... and a large variety of other yummy foods (Italian beef, salads, etc) so much…read morecloser than driving To Taylor Street! Friendly staff, prompt service, and comfortable dine-in experience. We'll be back!

Today's lunch break: Fontano's Subs......I've been meaning to try this place for years. So I…read moredoordashed them today..........I love a good sandwich and needless to say, I was extremely impressed. Delivery was quick. Turano bread, fresh ingredients, and a more than sufficent amount of meat. This turkey sub was a filling and tasty bite. I will definitely be patronizing more.

Stopped in for a sub sandwich recently. Good food and service. I love the Turano bread, it's so…read morefresh. I had the regular size Mr. Sub and it was good, but it could use a little more meat and cheese. The shredded lettuce was plentiful. They have hot sandwiches here as well, like Italian beef, corned beef, etc. and pizza puffs, fries too. Bonus points for having RC Cola on tap!

This mr. submarine is terrible. Orderd turkey subs which were so skimpy with ingredients all you…read moretaste is bread. I also order roast beef. The amount of beef was pathetic. No flavor, could not chew the extremely tough beef. This place was decent at one time but not now. If you want a true old school submarine, you gotta go to Submarine City. Huge sandwiches, huge amount of ingredients, never disappoint.

Rock solid sandwiches and house made soups. This place is fantastic. Very friendly service and…read moregenerous portions. Great lunch spot!

The Smoked was delicious and especially nice to have a warm sandwich on a chilly day. Cashier was…read morepatient with my group while we decided what we wanted and our food arrived quick. Surprisingly big venue, I imagine it would work well with large groups.

This is a hidden gem! It feels like a little mom's kitchen--nothing fancy, but it's incredibly…read moreclean and welcoming. The prices are very reasonable, and the food is absolutely delicious. Mimi, who works there, is exceptionally kind and wonderful. Her friendly service makes the experience even better. They don't offer fancy coffee drinks, but that's perfectly okay--I just stop for my coffee before coming here. The great food, warm atmosphere, and excellent service are what keep me coming back. I highly recommend giving this place a try!

Our hostess and server, Mimi was so sweet and full of joy…read more I had the vegan hashbrowns and my husband had the Western omelette with an English muffin and hashbrowns. This place is really tiny, tables only, no booths. The food was not anything special and we would not return. They are really a 3-star place but I bumped it up a star for Mimi's kind service. The menu really does not offer foods for those of different dietary wants/needs.

Standard Market has a great ambiance. The store has an aesthetically pleasant appearance with nice…read morelighting. It looks clean and well-organized. They also have a spacious dining area. The first couple times I visited the store, I got their Market Faroe Island Salmon bowl. This salmon bowl is a MUST TRY food option. It was amazing, and I really enjoyed it. I pray that they have it every time. Standard Market has a bunch of other prepared food options, which I think is excellent. It looks like they typically have lots of good food options, e.g., great variety. I would recommend this store to others who may be interested.

I used to think of Standard Market Grill as a spot I could count on for some "good vibes" and a…read moregood meal. I just revisited this spot after a few years, and to my (unpleasant) surprise, it was nothing like I remembered. Severely underwhelming. What used to be an old (neighborhood) favorite has turned into a tired place, in desperate need of a "refresh." This spot was DIRTY. The run-down, plastic "water cups" are hanging on for dear life. The wine glasses we received were covered in dust and hair. I couldn't even bring myself to drink the wine I had purchased because of the HAIR and DUST floating around in it. It's clear that the hygiene of Standard Market Grill is NOT up to par. I really wanted the food to make up for the rest, but sadly, it didn't. The food here was painfully average. The "Don" pizza lacks flavor, and its dough is comparable to that of the cardboard-like pizza I used to be served at my school cafeteria. The only thing we enjoyed was the Sweet Potato Fries -- crispy on the outside and soft on the inside -- paired perfectly with the Garlic Aioli served alongside them. Service was okay. Sure, generally speaking, the "ambiance" of this spot is pleasant. But there are too many negatives, which strongly outweigh the few positives.

Cozy, quaint and cute with excellent service!…read more Somehow in this limited space, they managed to accommodate a party of 8! Very low prices - 2 may dine for under $20 What more needs to be said?

In Illinois visiting Aurora University, we stopped for a late breakfast on Wednesday. I picked this…read moreplace due to location and reviews. It's a small restaurant, but clean and welcoming. We were seated right away and brought much needed coffee. We placed our order, you get more food than you're able to finish and it was delicious. I had the eggs and steak à la Mexicana, the potatoes were probably my favorite. Since we will now be coming out to visit our son when he is attending school out there, we will definitely be back for breakfast again.

I really liked this spot. The place has the old-school rustic look.. The staff were super friendly…read moreand made conversation, which you don't get much anymore. I got the Italian sub, it came with mortadella, hot capicola, Genoa salami, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, oil, and vinegar on Italian bread. First bite, I was like yes... this is it. The flavor just hits right, salty, tangy, and a little spicy from the capicola. Bread had that perfect chew, not too soft, not rock hard. Maybe could've been a little toastier but that's just me, but honestly, it was solid. We also got the Turkey Cobb. Roasted turkey, blue cheese, and applewood smoked bacon on thick sourdough with avocado. That one was so good. The blue cheese really stood out, packed a flavorful punch that tied it all together. Portions were generous too, I didn't even finish it all in one go. I'd definitely come back and try the other sandwiches.

Finally made it to try Swansons on Saturday. It's a small spot located between the movie theater…read moreand BBQ joint in hothead heart of La Grange. Although there are no tables, there's a ledge by the window with some stools if you want to "dine in". The guy running the place looked young but was super friendly and seemed genuinely passionate about the deli. He told me they make their meats and soups in store. It was a cold day so I opted for a small size of each of their soils that day- chicken noodle, cream of chicken, and roasted stuffed peppers. Everyone in the family had a taste of each and we all had different favorites so I will conclude that regardless of what you get, you will enjoy it! My husband also had their chicken pesto panini while I split a ham and swim with my son. Good flavors and fresh ingredients. Also excellent proportions. We will definitely be back!