* Dining Guide FARMINGTON HILLS with 24 tables for lunch snacks too, is among few like it in the nation. Video games, pinball machines, antique games, unique posters, artifacts, etc. including an old-time photo booth that works, make up this party favorite where both youngsters and adults get equally involved. (I) Peacock Cafe & Grill, 25938 Middlebelt Road, Farmington Hills, 476-1750. This is the for- mer Sageo's, another of those good and clean neighborhood restaurants that feature home- style cooking, fresh seafood and a variety of dishes at low prices. Even the cannolis are homemade in a new and well diversified menu for all taste- buds. True family dining here is nestled at the corner of a well- trafficked shopping center. (I) RESTAURANT Out& Ittup_ef Bilierhirether's LUNCH • DINNER • BANQUET ROOMS FRESH SEAFOOD AND LOBSTER TAILS PRIME RIB, ORIENTAL STIR FRY'S Sitar, 29550 Grand River, Farmington Hills, 477-9000. Lovers of Indian dining have found Sitar to be a choice se- lection. The diversified foods of India are prepared as the guests enjoy them, mild, medium or hot. Indian beers and exotic drinks do much to complement the specialized taste offerings. Foods of India present an ex- citing and joyous adventure in eating. (7) Vineyard's Taste of Sea- sons, 32418 Northwestern, Farmington Hills, 855-9463. Here is where a one-time party store has turned into a highly- popular carry-out and sitdown restaurant both inside and out- side. Shirlee Bloom's take-out and catering for all affairs from weddings to bar mitzvahs is a big Vineyard's Taste of Seasons asset in homes, halls or club- h9uses, with all traditional Jew- ish dishes made fresh daily using only kosher products. (I) Wing Hong, 31455 W. 14 Mile, Farmington Hills, 851-7400. One side serves Cantonese, Szechuan and Mandarin food. The other, Tokyo Japanese Steak House, features a Sushi Bar along with Japanese dishes for table dining. Wing Hong is celebrating its 18th anniversary at this location but over 30 years in the Metropolitan De- troit area. Daily lunch and din- ner specials are both Chinese and Japanese. (I) * FERNDALE Doug's Body Shop, 22061 Woodward, 398-1940. People enjoy sitting in the cutaway cars of vintage years and dining off Doug's fine menu with its di- versified selection. Lunch avail- able Tuesday thru Friday 11:30-4. Diner served Wednes- day thru Saturday only. An- tiques with automotive motif is the decor at Doug's; Entertain- ment Friday and Saturday. Up- stairs, and downstairs is available for private parties. 0) * LATHRUP LaFendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Landing, Lathrup, 559- 9099. It's changeover is amaz- ing from the former Sol's Delicatessen to an elegant at- mosphere where all areas are a different decor. LaFendi serves mid-eastern and American cui- sine seven days a week with the kitchen open until 10:30 p.m. Many of the mid-eastern dish- es are not found in any restau- rant of its type and a big favorite is the Raw Juice Bar The Newest Thai Restaurant in Town! RATED *** DETROIT NEWS • LUNCH SPECIALS FROM 11-4 PM • CARRY OUT & CATERING AVAILABLE FOR RESERVATIONS: (313) 626-6313 6635 Orchard Lk. Rd. at Maple • Old Orchard Shopping Ctr. HOURS: Mon.-Thur. 11 AM-10 PM, Fri. & Sat. 11 AM-11 PM, Sun. 12-9 PM MERIWETHER'S FAMOUS TEA CUP BREAD AND HONEY CINNAMON BUTTER FREE MEMBERSHIP "r 7 .1 ereffild FINE THAI CUISINE 34 RATED *** DETROIT FREE PRESS "Best new restaurant" Detroit Monthly DINE-IN • CARRY OUT • CATERING CHUCK MUER GIFT CERTIFICATES RESERVATIONS 25485 358-1310 Lunch: Mon.-Sat. 11-3; Dinner. Mon.-Sat. 3-9 TELEGRAPH (BETWEEN CIVIC CENTER & 10 MILE) SOUTHFIELD (313) 524-1944 FAX: 524-1181 3303 Rochester Road, Troy/In The Point Plaza/1 block North of Big Beaver * LATHRUP NOVI with fresh squeezed fruits and vegetables. Catering is avail- able. 0) Ah Wok, 41563 W. 10 Mile Rd.,. Novi Plaza, Novi, 349-9260. Rated among the top gourmet Chinese restaurants in this area, Ah Wok is also still a big favorite on standard traditional dining. For years, adventurous cus- tomers have enjoyed the elab- orate offerings with their imaginative style of preparation which have proven delightful palate-pleasers. (I) * LIVONIA American Inn, 15800 Middle- belt, Livonia, 522-5600. Ange- lis Anastasiou is noted as a fine operator of family restaurants. American Inn is number two, with his Dimitri's of Farmington on Grand River already an es- tablished operation for com- plete dining. American Inn also has a full menu of homemade dishes and is open 7 days a week featuring Iamb chops, seafood, Greek favorites, pas- ta, chicken, children's menu, health dishes, etc. (I) D. Dennison's Seafood Tav- ern of Livonia, 37716 W. 6 Mile, Laurel Park Place, Livonia, 464-9030. D. Dennison's has an established reputation for moderately-priced seafood from Florida, Boston and the Great Lakes. The atmosphere is lively and informal with a fresh raw bar and early dining specials. Also featured are pas- ta, chicken dishes, salads and sandwiches, plus a children's menu. 0) * NORTHVILLE Rocky's, 41122 W. Seven Mile Rd., Northville, 349-4434. The former corporate executive chef of-C.A. Muer is proprietor of a place he can rightfully say, "I'm back home." This is the same building Chuck Rachwitz (Chef Rocky) began working for Chuck Muer in 1976 as his kitchen manager. The menu features eight or more fresh fish entrees plus steak, chops, lamb, duck, chicken, stir frys, pastas and Rocky's noted Roadkill Chili. 0) Victor's, 43317 Grand River, Novi, 349-1438. Here's a restaurant where the owner is proud to have his name at- tached. Victor Cassis presents a unique dining experience with casual warmth. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, its diversified menu includes health conscious items. Banquet facilities are available for up to 100 persons, and live piano entertainment is Friday and Saturday evening. (6) * OAK PARK Bread Basket Deli, 10-1/2 Mile and Greenfield, Lincoln Shopping Center, Oak Park, 968-0022. A favorite of many people for breakfast, lunch, din- ner and after-theater, this has the aura of a modernistic deli- catessen so apparent with col- orful decor. A children's menu is featured along with party trays. The Bread Basket Deli is open Tuesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 0) Golden Bowl, 22106 Coolidge at 9 Mile, Oak Park, 398-5502. The knowledge of Chef Frank Eng is widespread in Chinese dining. Golden Bowl is open seven days, Mon.-Thurs. from 11 a.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. serving Szechuan, Man- darin and Cantonese food. Car- ry-out service is available plus banquet facilities. (I) Hoa Kow, 13715 W. 9 Mile, Continued on Page 72 Taste of Thailand FINE THAI CUISINE RATED *** DETROIT NEWS & FREE PRESS 'Taste of Thailand certainly ranks as one of the best Thai spots in the metro area." Molly Abraham NOW SERVING COCKTAILS LUNCH: Mon.-Fri. 11-2 DINNER: Mon.-Thurs. 5-9:30 Fri., Sat. 5-10:30 CATERING Reserve our restaurant for your business or party Auburn Crossing Ctr. 2755 University - East 1-75 University Exit Auburn Hills 313 - 373-4422 WATERFRONT BROWNIE'S ON THE LAKE Porch tables overlook the most bustling marina on Lake St. Clair. Watch for the opening of our Outdoor Deck. 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