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EDITOR’S PICKS

BEST POWER LUNCH

Jimmy P’s Charred

If you’re looking to power your lunch with protein, this is the place. The Pepper family has been catering to carnivores since 1985, specializing in Wagyu craft burgers and hot dogs. In the dining room, there’s a combination of nostalgia and high-energy sophistication enhanced by a hard-working and attentive staff. (jimmypscharred.com)

Runner-up: Campiello

If you can’t take a client to Tuscany, bring them to Campiello. In addition to luxuriating on the sun-drenched terrace, diners can indulge in delights such as salume platters, spicy fried calamari, and seafood brodeto, accompanied by a California or Italian bottle from the extensive wine list. (campiellonaples.com)

BEST COMFORT FOOD

Bill’s Café

At Bill’s, they don’t just know your name—they know what you like to eat, where your kids go to school, and where you go on vacation. Chef Bill Salley presides over an open kitchen that connects to a welcoming dining area underscored by classic rock tunes. Try the BLT: thick slices of bread slathered with seasoned mayo, topped with vine-ripe tomatoes, and finished off with nine slices of bacon. (billscafe.com)

Runner-up: Mel’s Diner

The menu at Mel’s boasts 300 items, and each category comes with a side of retro flair. Past meets present in classics such as homemade soups and chili, open-faced

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