* * WARREN WEST BLOOMFIELD atmosphere is also a treat for folks who have discovered that only minutes to a half-hour sep- arates them from a true culinary jewel. (I) out paying big prices. Caesar salads, lobster, rack of lamb, etc. are among the elegant dishes that can be gotten at Rik- shaw Inn which has been at the same location over 18 years. o) Arriva Italia Ristorante, 6880 E. 12 Mile Rd., Warren, 573-8100. Chef Bill Hall has es- tablished himself as an inno- vator of new ideas in Italian cuisine. Fresh pasta is made on the premises every day. A fa- vorite dining spot for local me- dia personalities, Arriva is open 7 days a week, Wednesday nights, Johnny Trudell plays jazz. Mon. thru Sat. are the clas- sic romantic sounds of Italy's Franko Viola for dancing and listening. Private dining rooms are available. (I) WATERFORD Chung's, 4187 Highland Rd. (M-59), Waterford, 681-3200. This is the Chung's ownership that has been serving Detroi- ters and visitors for over SO years. It's second place, in Wa- terford, also features authentic chefs specialties that include traditional Cantonese, Szechuan and Hunan cuisine. It is open seven days and also includes a private dining room for ban- quets, parties and business meetings. (I) * WEST BLOOMFIELD Golden Phoenix, 6257 Or- chard Lake Rd., Sugar Tree Shopping Center, West Bloom- field, 855-3570. One of the newest Chinese restaurants to open within the past year, Gold- en Phoenix had previously been a long-time favorite on Maple Rd. and Telegraph prior to mov- ing to this locale. Cantonese, Szechuan and American food is available for dining in and car- ry-out. (I) Mai Thai, 6635 Orchard Lake Rd., Old Orchard Shopping Cen- ter, West Bloomfield, 626-6313. Those who like the real thing will enjoy Mai Tai with its very spicy or non-spicy foods con- cocted for authentic and tradi- tional tastes at lunch or dinner. It presents a casual atmosphere with seating around 100 and is open seven days a week. (I) Pizzeria Uno, 6745 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield, 737- 7242. Here is where the origi- nal deep dish Chicago-style piz- za is a featured attraction. But it isn't all with a menu that vir- tually bustles with burgers, sal- ads, appetizers and cocktails. Kids eat free Sun. & Mon. (i) Ristorante di Maria, 2080 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloom- field, 851-2500. Although it only seats around 50 people, this many-times, jam-packed Italian restaurant might be called "The Flagsh . o" of the Va- lente dining stable (La Suna Grancaffe and Little Italy). It cer- tainly is the oldest of the three, starting out years back as just a little carry-out pizza place and developing into a very popular Italian gourmet-style operation. Wine is served and Ristorante di Maria is open seven days a week. (I) Rikshaw Inn, 6407 Orchard Lake Rd., Orchard Mall, West Bloomfield, 851-6400. Known for many years as a fine Chi- nese restaurant, Rikshaw is equally proud of its continental cuisine that gives it the conno- tation for gourmet dining with- Stage & Co., 6873 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield, 855- 6622. Celebrating its 30th year, this highly-regarded restaurant features cocktails and a menu to satisfy all appetites. Whether choosing cheese blintzes stuffed cabbage, pickled trout, vegetarian dishes, hand-sliced New York lox, fresh broiled fish or matzo ball soup, breakfast, lunch and dinner dining in a warm casual atmosphere is Tues., through Sun. (1) Sultan's, 7295 Orchard Lake Rd., Robin's Nest Plaza, West Bloomfield, 737-0180. Raves of outstanding merit have been received by Sultan's, where the price is right for Lebanese and American food. The original head chef since Sultan's opened in 1985, is still in the kitchen making the authentic middle- eastern food. Sultan's new low- priced all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch and daily lunch have gained prominence with food selections for everyone in the same exotic atmosphere. (I) * WINDSOR Tunnel Bar-B-Q 58 Park St. E., Windsor, Det. Number 961- 3663. Tunnel Bar-B-Q, off the Windsor-Detroit Tunnel exit, and its sister operation, TBQ's Other Place, are prominent as two of Windsor's finest restau- rants. For over 50 years, Tun- nel has reaped much inter- national fame for its world fa- mous ribs and high quality homemade desserts. TBQ's Oth- er Place features tasty seafoods, steaks, chops, cocktails and much banquet facilities. Tunnel Bar-B-Q now also serves beer and wine for the first time in it's history. (I) INFORMAL DINING ... AT ITS BEST 1. L R C, Come to the Somerset Collection for PIZZA, PASTA AND ECLECI'IC AMERICAN CUISINE Reservations (313) 649-6625 Big Beaver at Coolidge, Troy For additional information please call our info line 737-4-URC moce1:5 (1)) SUMNs C It and TABLE TAVERN r u UISINt IN BruschettA I 1 I1 l I • 01 • 0 0 • Enjoy a complimentary main course entree with the purchase of a second main course entree of equal or greater value. Introducing our new Executive Chef Ronald J. Nicole II and General Manager John Rugani. The Vivace Series of the Birm- ingham Temple will host mez- zo soprano Irina Lekhtman in a program of ethnic music, American musicals and lyric op- eratic arias 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Birmingham Temple. Recently emigrated from Russia, Ms. Lekhtman has ap- peared in operatic roles on con- cert stages throughout Russia, France, Italy and Belgium. She recently returned from a con- cert tour in Turkey. Ms. Lekhtman speaks five languages and has won acclaim as a concert pianist as well. Accompanying Ms. Lekht- man will be pianist Zina As- trakahn. An afterglow will follow the performance. There is a charge. For information, call Joyce Cheresh, 647-4632; or David Kreger, 544-8350. El To be unhappy is only half the misfortune — to be pitied is misery complete. —Arthur Schnitzler 1 Valid thru Dec. 2, 1993. L Mon.-Thurs. I I a.m.-1 0 p.m. Fri. & Sat. I I a.m.-1 I pm. Sunday Brunch I0 a.m.-2 pm. (Regular Menu 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.) Not good on Sunday Brunch Or with ally coupon offer. Temple Hosts Irina Lekhtman 0 0 0 I ■ It I Reservations accepted 5725 Rochester Road Just South of Square Lake Rd. • Troy (next to Sylven Glen Golf Course) 879-1555 Ten Year Anniversary Celebration Anniversary Certificate Buy any dinner entree at regular price and receive a second entree of . equal or lesser value Value up to $21.95 FREE L Valid during dinner hours with RESERVATIONS ONLY. Please present certificate to hostess upon arrival. Not valid with any other promotion Expires 11-30-93 755 W. BIG BEAVER Concourse Level, Tap of limy Bldg. 362-1262 1