For anyone with late-night chili dog cravings or mid-day hankerings for BBQ wings, this tiny establishment provides all your favorite "naughty" foods at an oh-so-nice price. Secure a seat in one of the three booths across from the counter or carry out (it delivers, too). Dinners include a 21-piece shrimp basket, meatloaf and catfish, plus pasta, tacos, gyros and burgers. Barbecue ribs come in full and half slabs, as well as tips, and both chicken and wings come fried or barbecue-style.

For the health-conscious, there are large salads, and those not bound to Atkins can enjoy thin crust, deep dish or stuffed pizzas. Specialty cakes include oreo and chocolate fudge, and the much-loved milkshakes pair well with fried mushrooms or mozzarella sticks. Prices range from about $1.90 for Italian sausage with peppers to $18.50 for 20 pieces of BBQ chicken.

Average cost: $10-$20

Centerstage Reviewer: Genevra Gallo