Monti's a Dream Restaurant for Husband-Wife Team

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Business: Monti's Restaurant, 4757 N. Talman Ave. in Lincoln Square

Owner: Jennifer Monti

Founded: March 2012  

Learn more about Monti's on its website. 

How did the business come to be?

After both having successful careers in the Hospitality Industry, my Husband, Chef James Gottwald, and I wanted to open our own neighborhood-focused place!

Why did you choose the area? 

We live in the neighborhood. Lincoln Square is a wonderful community and a great place to open a restaurant.  

What does your business offer?

We are an Authentic Philly Cheesesteak restaurant. We have a full bar, over 45 different craft beers, house-made soups, salads, pizza and sandwiches. We also offer a Kid's Menu.  

What's your most popular product or service?

Definitely our cheesesteaks!

What's something interesting about your business your customers might not know?

Many people expect us to be a small sandwich shop so they are often surprised that we are a full service restaurant with a bar. We are also the only Authentic Philly Cheesesteak restaurant in Chicagoland.