WHEN it's too hot to cook dinner but you don't want to spend the time going out to eat, consider these take-out options.

A.G. Ferrari Try the lasagna and chard salad. Various locations including 304 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale. 408.524.4000.

El Pollo Loco Roasted chicken, tortillas and beans. That's a good dinner. Various locations including 299 S. Winchester Blvd, San Jose. 408.984.6860.

La Villa Delicatessen One word: ravioli. 1319 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, 408.295.7851.

Whole Foods Market Great soups and prepared salads. Various locations including 5980 Los Gatos Blvd, Los Gatos. 408.358.4434.

Zanotto's Market Sushi, salads and panini to go. 38 S. Second St, San Jose. 408.977.1333.

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