FRENCH QUARTER. Craving a light and healthy supper after a long day of sightseeing? Try Angeli on Decatur, located directly in the middle of the French Quarter. Their long hours, huge portions and reasonable prices have made them a local favorite. They make a fabulous thin crust pizza ­ try the Mystical, which is topped with roasted garlic, goat cheese, onions and sun-dried tomatoes. If you are too tired to leave your hotel room, take advantage of Angeli's local delivery service.

MID-CITY. Coffee and desserts are the star at this Mid City establishment. Angelo Brocato's specialties include Italian cookies, ice cream and gelatos. The menu features a variety of coffees, diverse desserts and a warm and friendly ambiance.

FRENCH QUARTER. Romantic, Italian style décor adorns this restaurant's large dining room, and an adjoining patio room features a two-story ceiling and garden theme. Although the cuisine is primarily Italian, the Louisiana influence is evident just from glancing at the menu. Appetizers include lightly fried oysters and a fried grit cake with shrimp and a Creole cream sauce. For dinner, try the hearty hunter's cannelloni with pork, veal, beef, eggplant, pine nuts, cheeses and marina and alfredo sauces.

FRENCH QUARTER. If the muffuletta was the official sandwich of New Orleans, Central Grocery officially makes the best sandwiches in the city! For the uninitiated, a muffuletta is a loaf of bread layered with Italian meats and cheeses and crowned with a chopped olive mixture. Be warned that Central Grocery's sandwiches are huge ­ you might need to share with a friend. And if you want to sit down, get your sandwich to go ­ there is only a standing-room counter at the Grocery.

FRENCH QUARTER. Located in the French Quarter, this cozy dining room is usually quite packed. From the irresistible marinara sauce to the roasted garlic chicken, the Sicilian cuisine keeps diners coming back. The bar offers a pleasing wine selection and some tasty liqueurs. Helpful, efficient service.