Joe Boccardi's Ristorante-Columbia (Illinois)

The Joe Boccardi’s on Chouteau Avenue offers diners Italian food to go that would make Mr. Puzo proud. The carryout menu features several sandwich options, though it might not be wise to trust anyone who orders the Carlo, a turkey, bacon, Swiss and pesto number, or a Fredo, with its roast beef, peppers and onions, and Provel cheese. The Moe Green is one to keep an eye on, piled high with roast beef, ham, turkey and mozzarella. Of course, some sandwiches you just can’t say no to, such as the Godfather, featuring a stack of Volpi salami, mortadella and prosciutto with provolone and olive spread. These Oscar-worthy sandwiches come on either a muffaletta bun or ciabatta roll. Similar themed salads, strombolis and pastas are also available, along with sundry Italian items in Joe Boccardi’s Market.