DiNiNq GuidE AMERICAN AMERICAN * By DANNY RASKIN ANN ARBOR Birmingham's Ageless Favorite "Our number one goal at Alban's is to make sure you have a truly enjoyable meal each time you visit with us." Gracious Dining and Oft- Premise Catering 190 N. Hunter, Birmingham Bottle & Basket 258-5788 Mon.-Thurs. 11-11; Fri., Sat. 11-Midnight; Sun. 12-9; Brunch 10-2:30 W elcome to Chuck Award-Winning Cuisine. Elegant Dining. 1500 Town Center, Southfield J osepk's LUNCH • DINNER • AFTER DINNER STEAKS • SEAFOOD • CHICKEN • SANDWICHES Your Choice of 2 Sized Portions Pianist Fri. & Sat. — Carry Out Available 2555 Twelve Mile Road, Berkley 399-6750 Casual Dining. 827-4000 HOUSE SPECIALTY Potato Encrusted Whitefish • Roasted Half Duck ROCKY'S ALSO FEATURES oz allk,„, Fresh Fish • Steaks • Bar B Q Ribs • Pastas k4t'sg'„,-ok Rocky Former Executive Chef Chuck Muers 41122 West 7 Mile, Northville, 3494434 /A o 1405001-1-E. f DOUG'S BODY SHOP LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Wednesday Thru Saturday LUNCH • DINNER Dine In Our Antique Cars • Private Parties 22061 Woodward, Ferndale 398-1940 [I' JLJ EMBASSY SUITES' SOUTHFIELD'S FINFST CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Featuring a carving station with Roast turkey and ten- derloin/ waffle, omelette and pasta. Lox and smoked fish, hot entrees and salads, and a sumptuous display of pastries and desserts. Entertainment books accepted. Adults $15.95 Seniors $13.95 Under 12 $7.95 RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED 350-2000 -rtr-7=7, \ 7," 28100 Franklin Road, Southfield 9, 111 0 SE V E 13I1-1—IA1,1.10•S BAR A ND FIA ----- Whether you're a statesman, a cowboy, or someone who enjoys a game of billiards, darts, or a great meal, we invite you to "speak softly and carry a big stick" while you have a BULLY TIMEI C 16 Pool Tables 7 Dart Lanes 80 Seat Cocktail Lounge & Bar * Great Food * Satellite Dish * Big Screen TV Roosevelt's Billiards Bar & Grill (313) 488-1990 In The Orchard -12 Plaza In the Orchard-12 Center ■ 12 Mik Rd. CHINESE RATED * ** DETROIT MONTHLY Szechuan and Gourmet Cantonese Restaurant 41563 West Ten Mile, Novi 349-9260 - The World Famous Montgomery Inn Ribs 711E ctotO COIN FRESH FISH DAILY Middlebelt at 12 Mile Road 851-8222 OPEN 7 DAYS — YOUR HOST: HOWARD LEW SZECHUAN, MANDARIN, CANTONESE CARRY-OUT AVAILABLE 24480 W. 10 MILE (IN TEL-EX PLAZA) (West of Telegraph) 353-7848 GOLDEN BOWL DINE IN & CARRY-OUT 398-5502 or 398-5503 STEAKS ON THE HEARTH CHOICE... STEAKS, CHOPS, SEAFOOD Reservations (313) 538-4688 Banquet Facilities up to 50 Dining - Cocktails - Catered Outdoor Barbeques 24201 West 7 Mile Rd. At Telegraph • Valet Parking BaetiBon Th ty at MC \ICE S A Combin FINE RESTAURANT GREAT FOOD - LOW PRICES 23380 Telesnirth South of 10 Mlle Rd • Southfield (313) 352-8243 Polo Club, Ann Arbor Hilton, 610 Hilton Blvd., Ann Arbor, 761-7800. Casual, sophisti- cated dining is seven days a week at this delightful French and American culinary stand- out. Chef Jerry Roach's imagi- native creations are giving people much to talk about with fine presentations of a well pre- pared menu with interesting dishes. Owners Barbara and Josef Herzig enjoy satisfying people at special private party occasions. Piano entertainment is Fridays and Saturdays. (I) * AUBURN HILLS Taste of Thailand, 2755 Uni- versity, Aubum Hills, 373-4422. The many dishes that are not so frequently encountered make this spot one of the more interesting Thai restaurants lo- cally. Taste of Thailand's dis- tinctive appetizers include yum apple a wonderfully textured salad. Some main dishes de- parting from the tried-and true are Songkhla grilled and mari- nated half chicken. Now serv- ing cocktails. Table settings offer big white linen napkins. (I) BERKLEY Chuck Joseph's, 2555 Twelve Mile Rd., Berkley, 399-6750. 25 years ago, Chuck and Dorothy Joseph opened their popula restaurant at that time on Grand River, featuring steaks and chops. Chuck passed away and Dorothy has been the sole own er and operator in carrying on the fine quality tradition she and Chuck maintained for din- ing goodness. However, today it is much more than steaks and chops, with seafood, chicken and sandwiches being wanted items on its menu. (i) Sila, 4033 W. 12 Mile, Berkley, FEATURING Family Casual Dining Banquet Facilities Carry-Out Available THE RESTAURANT LISTING IS A WEEKLY DINING GUIDE ADVERTISING FEATURE S7F.CHUAN, MANDARIN & CANTONESE OPEN 7 DAYS — MON.-TI-IURS. 1 1-9:45, FRI. & SAT 11-10:45, SUN. & HOLIDAYS 1 to 9:45 • Banquet Facilities Your Chef: FRANK ENG 22106 COOLIDGE AT 9 MILE In A & P Shopping Center 548-3650. Two brothers, Mike and Al Bsharah, have vaulted Sila into a top family Italian restaurant and pizzeria. Its piz- za can be gotten square or round, plus ribs, chicken, fish, salads, pasta and other family delights that include the big sell- ing chicken parmigiana. Daily lunch and dinner specials are 7 days a week and private ban- quet space is available. (I) * BIRMINGHAM Alban's, 190 N. Hunter, Birm- ingham, 258-5788. An ageless favorite of Birmingham, it is known for quality food and fine service, offering a full menu and complete wine and spirit se- lections. Alban's caters to all di- etary wishes including Heart Smart! and is a complete party outfitter for groups 200 to 500. a BLOOMFIELD HILLS Odiden P6t)enbc Dining Si Carty-Out Chinese-American Restaurant Cantonese, Szechuan & American 625 7 Orchard Lake Rd. in Sugar Tree Shopping Center North of Ma le • West Bloomfield • 855-3570 Kingsley Inn, 1 475 North Woodward, Bloomfield Hills, 642-0100. The historical back- ground of Kingsley Inn is such that has brought a rich tradition in fine dining to the Metropol- itan area. The menu also fea- tures lighter dining fare as well