The Italian Store sells hard-to-find wines and at least 50 different cuts of pasta at its Westover and Lyon Village shops, but many devotees come for the Philly-style subs packed with ingredients like imported mortadella, prosciutto and provolone. The bestseller is the Milano, made with provolone, Genoa salami and two Italian hams, one of which is crusted with black peppercorn. The lengthy sandwich menu also has typical deli offerings—think tuna salad and turkey—alongside hot subs such as chicken parm or a meatball hoagie inspired by the recipe of owner Robert Tramonte’s mother. Grab a premade sandwich from the basket on the counter or (pro tip) call ahead to order your own custom creation. –Adele Chapin
Other top vote-getters:
Ballston Local, Earl’s Sandwiches, Lazy Mike’s Delicatessen, Lost Dog Café, Poppyseed Rye