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He has added oysters, shrimp, gator tail, calamari and a whitefish din- ner to his noted Sheehan burgers, munchies, chili and popular bar-b-q ribs that had been part of the former O'Shee- han's menu. Imported beers, frozen trop- ical drinks and a selections of island music compliment this casual, Fun diner. Vineyard's Cafe & Catering, 32418 Northwestern Hwy., Farmington Hills, 855 - 9463. The all-new Vineyards is something to see, with both booths and tables for people to sit with salads gabre, both regular and low fat, plus over 50 sandwiches. Also, from Shirlee Bloom's separate kitchen comes her excellent preparation of traditional Jewish dishes, using only kosher products. Shirlee's foods are available for dining in or carryout. She is also available for weddings, bar- bat mitzvahs, showers, etc. KEEGO HARBOR ( L SHUCK Sweetwaters Bistro, 1978 Cass Lake Rd., Keego Harbor, 8 10-683- 9010. Owners Cheryl and Dr. Joel Kimelman continue to make added im- provements to their restaurant which is drawing many raves. The excellent food at reasonable prices combine with an upscale feel of warmth. It's hominess pro- vides a pleasant dining experience for both lunch and dinner. Lunch is served Mondayfriday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Din- ner Monday-Thursday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dishes include fresh fish, pasta, breast of duck, rack of lamb, etc. Low fat and fat free items for the health conscious are also available. 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(810) 3546060 THE JEN )iii41 NEWS LaFendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Landing, Lathrup, 559-9099. An ele- gant atmosphere, where all areas are a different decor make up this popular Mid- dle Eastem restuaurant. many of the dish- es are not found in too many dining spots of its type. Fresh squeezed fruits and veg- etables make up the raw juice bar which people enjoy seven days a week at all hours. LIVONIA D. Dennison's Seafood Tavern of Livonia, 37716 W. 6 Mile, Lau- rel Park Place, Livonia, 464-9030. D. Dennison's has an established reputa- tion 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 pasta, chicken dishes, salads and sandwiches, plus a children's menu. NOW Ah Wok, 41563 W. 10 Mile Rd., Novi Plaza, Novi, 349-9260. Rated among the top gourmet Chinese restau- rants in this area, Ah Wok is also still a big favorite on standard traditional din- ing. For years, adventurous customers Cicero's Ftistorante & Bar, 24299 Novi Road, Novi, 380-0011. Having one of the newest Italian restaurants in the Northwest Metropolitan area, Jim and Chris Stevens, husband and wife owners of Cicero's, know they are buck- ing a lot of competition. But the sight of customers coming back is a great sign. It is open Mon.-Thurs. 11 to 10; Fri. & Sot. 11 to midnight and Sun. 4 to 9, serving Northern and Southern Italian cuisine, fine wines, homemade desserts and fresh fish like whitefish, lake perch and plank salmon. OAK PARK Bread Basket Deli, 10Y/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 delicatessen so apparent with colorful decor. A children's menu is featured along with party trays. The Bread Bosket Deli is open Tuesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Golden Bowl, 22106 Coolidge at 9 Mile, Oak Park, 398-5502. The knowledge of Chef Frank Eng is wide- spread in Chinese dining. Golden Bowl is open seven days, Mon.-Thurs. from 11 a.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. serv- ing Szechuan, Mandarin and Cantonese food. Carryout service is available plus banquet facilities. ORCHARD LAKE Jake's On The Lake, 4105 Or- chard Lake Rd., Orchard Lake. 85 1 - 8888. He's the imaginative world traveler figure who has owners Jim Kokus and Ed Manzaria, also bossmen at Opus One, operating his new restau- rant on the former Pontiac Trail site of Buster's Bay. Dinners only are served six days, Tuesday-Thursday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Reser- vations are accepted for any evening. PONTIAC Pike Sheet, 18 West Pike Street, Pon- tiac, 334-7878. This fine dining stand- by is noted for its excellent cuisine and service. It features the imaginative pre- sentations of Executive Chef Darin Moore, a member of the U.S. Culinary Olympic team hot will compete in 1996 in Berlin. Its wine list and gourmet-styled menu items present a wide selection from which to choose. Banquet facilities are available for all events. ROYAL OAK Chick-N-Ribs, 1 18 S. Woodward, Royal Oak, 544-1211. Much has been said about this dine in and carry-out restaurant whose specialties of broasted or bar-b-q chicken and bar-b-q ribs have received much attention, but as regular customers say, the proof is in the tasting . It's open seven days, Sun.-Thurs. 11-10, Fri. & Sat. 11-11. SOUTHFIELD Alia's, 27167 Greenfield, Southfield, 559-8222. A good family restaurant serving American and Lebanese cuisine, Alia's owners Dania and Ed Farah are proud of their homemade specialties pre pared from natural ingredients. It is open 7 days o week serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Carry-out of its entire menu is available as is off-premise catering. Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Rd., South- field, 358-3355. When former owner Pat Archer passed on, people said Ex- calibur would also go. However, they didn't reckon with Marty Wilk, own- er/chef who has made it one of Met- ropolitan Detroit's markedly popular dining and dancing spots. It's Frank Sina- tra's favorite while in the local area. Entertainment is Tues. thru Sat. and com- plete catering at Excalibur plus homes, halls, etc. Gateway Deli, 21754 W. 11 Mile, Harvard Row, Southfield, 352-4940. A different touch has been given this pop- ular delicatessen-restaurant by owner Pe- ter Bershaj. His assortment of gourmet dishes are brought from Peter's former Larco's days, and are combined with familiar traditional homemade Jewish dishes. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, party trays and outside catering are Gateway Deli standouts. McVee's Sports Bar & Grill, 23380 Telegraph Rood, Southfield, 352- 8243. This is more than just another sports bar and grill restaurant. Veteran restau- rateur Herman Yagoda features char- broiled steaks, fresh seafood, large burgers, baby-back ribs and lamb chops that he defies others to beat. Also home- made soups and daily specials at both lunch and dinners, with moderate prices in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. New Seoul Garden, 27566 North- western, Southfield, 827-1600. Au- thenticity is brought to the table where favorites such as beef, chicken and shrimp are prepared on a barbeque grill in front of customers. Floor seating and a sushi bar also add to its appeal. Au- thentic Korean and Japanese dishes are the theme foods at this restaurant with a sister Seoul Garden in Sterling Heights. Peking Garden, 29875 North- western Hwy., Applegate Square, West Bloomfield, 353-7890. Szechuan, Hu- nan and Chinese dishes are available for dinners and carryout seven days a week, Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 12 noon to 10 p.m. The fresh new atmosphere of this awaited restau- rant is accented by the fine Oriental food it serves. Radisson Plaza Hotel, 1500 Town Center, Southfield, 827-4000. Individ- ual taste presentations are offered by two restaurants which stand out for their dining diversities. T.C. Linguine with its Italian fare and Tango's Cocktail Lounge that features a bistro atmosphere with entertainment for dancing. The many ser- vices offered by Radisson Plaza at Town Center has given it a high rating by ho- tel periodicals. Star Deli, 24555 W. 12 Mile Rd., Southfield, 352-7377. This is one of Michigan's largest delicatessen carry- out operations, but you wouldn't know it from the size. And everything is home- made, cole slaw, potato salad, chick- en salad, tuna salad, egg salad and much more. Star cooks its own corned beef and pastrami, and the 7-day op- eration includes a major specialty — beautiful tray catering. WALLED LAKE Key Largo, 142 E. Walled Lake Dr., Walled Lake, 669-1441. Much tropi-