THE RESTAURANT LISTING IS A WEEKLY DINING GUIDE ADVERTISING FEATURE By DANNY RASKIN * AMERICAN AMERICAN 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 Off Premise Catering 190 N. Hunter, Birmingham Bottle & Basket 62e/trefA 258 5788 - Mon.-Thurs. 11-11; Fri., Sat. I I-Midnight; Sun. 12-9; Brunch 10-2:30 Award-Winning Cuisine. Elegant Dining. 1500 Town Center, Southfield vsielcome to C LUNCH • DINNER • AFTER DINNER STEAKS • SEAFOOD • CHICKEN • SANDWICHES Your Choice of 2 Sized Portions Pianist Fri. & Sat. — Carry Out Available 399-6750 2555 Twelve Mile Road, Berkley u Sep k's Casual Dining. 827-4000 \r+q ()cloys, HOUSE SPECIALTY I Potato Encrusted Whitefish • Roasted Half Duck C kMy6, ROCKY'S ALSO FEATURES Fresh Fish • Steaks • Bar B Q Ribs • Pastas qrArtok Rocky Former Executive Chef Chuck Muers 41122 WeSt 7 Mile, Northville, 349-4434 A of DOUG'S BODY SHOP LIVE ENTERTAINMENT CHINESE Wednesday Thru Saturday LUNCH • DINNER Dine In Our Antique Cars • Private Parties 22061 Woodward, Ferndale 398-1940 RATED *** DETROIT MONTHLY Szechuan and Gourmet Cantonese Restaurant 41563 West Ten Mile, Novi 349-9260 EMBASSY SUITES' ,t ,,e'S and Opening of Waterford CANTONESE • SZECHUAN • HUNAN No MSG Added in Our Cooking. All Dishes Prepared With Vegetable Cooking OiL Dine In & Carry Out • Open 7 Days Over 40 Years Cass Ave., Detroit 831-1100 7116 ciotO COIN OPEN 7 DAYS — YOUR HOST: HOWARD LEW FRESH FISH DAILY 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 - SZECHUAN, MANDARIN & CANTONESE STEAKS ON THE HEARTH Reservations (313) 5384688 Banquet Facilities up to 50 Dining - Cocktails - Catered Outdoor Barbeques 24201 West 7 Mile Rd. At Telegraph • Valet Parking MC \I CE S FINE RESTAURANT A Combination That Can't Be Beat! GREAT FOOD - LOW PRICES 2-3380 Telegraph South of 10 Mile 1,1d. • Southfield (313) 352-8243 * Mile Rd., Berkley, 399-6750. 25 years ago, Chuck and Dorothy Joseph opened their popular 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, - The World Famous Montgomery Inn Ribs FEATURING CHOICE... STEAKS, CHOPS, SEAFOOD versity, Auburn 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. 0) Chuck Joseph's, 2555 Twelve Welcome to Our... 4187 Highland (M-59) Waterford 681-3200 Family Casual Dining Carry-Out Available Banquet Facilities 851-8222 Middlebelt at 12 Mile Road AUBURN HILLS Taste of Thailand, 2755 Uni- BERKLEY SOUTHFIELD'S FINEST 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 0440(45250.05 RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED 350-2000 ° ,, A7 ,,\. –/ 28100 Franklin Road, Southfield 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. co OPEN 7 DAYS — MON.-THURS. 11-9:45, FRI. & SAT 11-10:45, SUN. & HOLIDAYS 1 to 9:45 Your Chef: FRANK ENG • Banquet Facilities 22106 COOLIDGE AT 9 MILE In A & P Shopping Center 00 1 4► P60e0, 4 06 Chinese-American Restaurant Cantonese, Szechuan & American Dining & Carry-Out 6257 Orchard Lake Rd. in Sugar Tree Shopping Center North of Maple • West Bloomfield • 855-3570 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. co La Luna Grancaffe, 183 N. Woodward, Birmingham, 642- 7070. It's not your typical style of restaurant, with seating for just 48 and an a la carte menu that includes about six entrees for folks to nibble and share, and soups. Long-legged seats and an espresso bar, non-alco- holic drinks, beers, wines and mineral waters. Yes, Valenti's