Mama Roberto’s Chicken Marsala ($17)
The pandemic’s take-out trend led me to Mama Roberto’s succulent chicken cutlet bathed in wine sauce. Fellow mushroom lovers, these ‘shrooms are at least an inch across. My only gripe is its generous serving of salad is somehow eaten by the rest of the family before I get to it. Darn herbivores. 8658 Mentor Ave., Mentor, 440-205-8890, mamarobertos.com // Becky Boban
Sakana Sushi Bar and Lounge’s Shrimp Lo Mein ($9)
While on the hunt for a new sushi bar near my place, I ended up having an impromptu dinner at this Rocky River spot. I was craving a roll at first, but the crab rangoon ($7) delivered the perfect crunch. Thankfully, I had room for the enormous plate of stir-fried noodles mixed with peppers, dripping in brown sauce and cooked shrimp. 19300 Detroit Road, Rocky River, 440-857-0700, sakanacleveland.com // Arbela Capas
Ohio City BBQ’s Polish Boy ($8)
Only thing better than a Polish boy? A Polish boy covered in Ohio City BBQ’s decadent, homemade barbecue sauce. This bunned monstrosity features a kielbasa topped with french fries and coleslaw. Pro tip: You’ll need a napkin. 3829 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, 216-417-5987, ohiocitybbq.com // Henry Palattella
Hail Mary’s Nashville Chicken Sandwich ($12.99)
Chicken sandwiches are still having a moment, and it’s hard to beat this tempura-battered fried chicken topped with cheddar cheese, pickles, lettuce and tomato. Claim one of five cozy tables near the bar or head to the heated patio. 27828 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, 440-385-7811, hailmaryswestlake.com // Colleen Smitek
