Monteleone's Ristorante, located near I-10, is renowned for its whimsical decor and lasagna, but it also carries a reputation for being haunted.

The restaurant, owned by Laura Benavides, has been in operation for 24 years and has become a local favorite not only for its food but also for its eerie tales. Visitors are drawn to the establishment not just for its culinary delights but also for the stories of supernatural occurrences that have been reported over the years.

"At first, I was actually a skeptic," said Benavides. "I didn't really believe things could happen the way they've happened here, but we've learned quite a bit since we've been here."

One of the most intriguing stories involves a Native American ghost reportedly seen by a construction worker during a remodel. The worker d

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