Tasty, inexpensive, and out-of-the-ordinary, Mezzetta is a neighbourhood institution. The food ranges from lucious to tasty, the prices are great, the service is always good, and you can satisfy vegetarians, meat-eaters, and people on weird diets at the same restaurant.
There are deals on Monday and Tuesday nights, but unless you're feeling broke, go the rest of the week when the best chef is working.
My favourites: slow shrimp, dream sausage (aptly named), Persian rice, Oriental green beans, and the best moist, cardamom-scented baklava I've ever had.