1 r cal fun is included in the dining experi- ences at Key Largo, which is considered by many as a Northwest premiere in waterfront dining. Expecially so with the fine culinary talents of Executive Chef Patrick Dunn, noted.for presentation of colorful and imaginative dishes. The large menu also features new style pastas, piz- zas, ribs, sandwiches, salads and dai- ly fresh fish specials. Its banquet room is available for all events. WARREN Andiamo Italia, 7096 E. 14 Mile Rd., Warren, 268-3200. Owner Joe Vicori's growing dining empire can con- sider this East Side gem as the flagship restaurant. Its Italian food, coupled with the kitchen sense of veteran Italian din- ing chef Aldo Ottaviani, range on the superb, along with pastries homemade on the premises. A banquet hall next door seats over 400 and is receiving bookings because of the ambiance and a prime factor ... food as is served at Andiamo Italia. WEST BLOOMFIELD Big Daddy's Parthenon, 6199 Orchard Lake Road, 737-8600. This big favorite is considered a phenome- non in the restaurant business. It is busy every evening, seven days a week, and lunches are big also. Opo! came to the suburbs in 1993 and the flames have been blazing even larger ever since. The Greektown in West Bloomfield is the pride of Rick Rogow and Tom Peristeris, whose large, expertly-cut lamb chops, special salads like Tommy's New Idea Salad, traditional Greek favorites, etc. are winning huge amounts of return cus- tomers. Jazz with David Ball and Kevin Crosby is featured on Thursday and Fri- day evenings. Buddy's Bar B Que, 6676 Or- chard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield, 851- 4250. It has been a local dining tradition since 1932, when it was on the corner of Twelfth and Clairmount and became known for "the best ribs in town." Today, it still features bar-b-que ribs, chicken, shrimp, etc., with a Meyerson family recipe used for the barbequing process and special sauces in the food prepa- ration. Also now, a blues band enter- tains Thursday and Saturday evenings. - - Envoy Cafe, 33210 W. 14 Mile Rd., Sinsbury Plaza, West Bloomfield, 855-6220. This new and distinctive cafe, featuring nouvelle cuisine, presents a dining room of warmth and charm. Each plate is a beautiful arrangement of color. Musicians perform Fridays and Saturdays from 9 p.m., and food served until 11 p.m. Specials With touches of innovation are offered daily. Golden Phoenix, 6257 Orchard Lake Rd., Sugar Tree Shopping Center, West Blcomfield, 855-3570. Now sav- ing beer and wine, Golden Phoenix, specializing in Chinese, Cantonese and Szechuan food, is the same fine restau- rant that had previously been a long-time favorite on Maple and Telegraph. Both dining in and carryout are available in a wide assortment of Oriental dishes for culinary consumption. Hoa Kow, 4301 Orchard Lake Rd., Crosswinds Mall, West Bloomfield, 932- 3133. People from all walks of life and most parts of Detroit and Metropolitan ar- eas enjoy the many styles of Chinese din- ing put out by Gene Woo. Whitefish in all cooking varieties is a big feature, with almost a thousand pounds served each week. This is together with Can- Mai Thai, 6635 Orchard Lake Rd., Old Orchard Shopping Center, West Bloomfield, 6266313. Those who like the real thing will enjoy Mai Tai with its very spicy or non-spicy foods con- cocted for authentic and traditional tastes at lunch or dinner. It presents a casual atmosphere with seating around 100 and is open seven days a week. Stage & Co., 6873 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield, 855-6622. The dominant consistency of this highly-ac- claimed critic's choice restaurant is in its menu selection and food preparation. But it is also proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks. Although in existence since 1962, Stage & Co. also features items it has never had before, along with homemade Jewish dishes and dietary- restricted delights to satisfy all appetites. Steve's Back Room, 7295 Or- chard Lake Road, 851-1133. It's east side location is where so many people from all over have gone for fresh Mid- dle-Eastern food. Now there is a Steve's Back Room in West Bloomfield, serving the same excellent dining fare with many dishes not seen anywhere in this region. The display cases and carry-out sector, including many favorites plus beer and wine, is enhanced by the newly-re- modeled wide open expanse instead of the former Sultan's crowded look. WINDSOR Blue Danube, 1235 Ottawa Street, Windsor, Ontario, 519-2520246. Fine Hungarian cuisine is featured, but this popular family operation also been serv- ing European and Canadian fare for over 20 years. Specialties with old world authenticity are prepared from veal, chick- en and seafood, baked or broiled. It is open for businessperson luncheons and dinners, Monday through Sunday, with banquet facilities available. Gypsy strolling musicians serenade at tables Thursday through Sunday. WOLVERINE LAKE Nifty Norman's, 1403 S. Com- merce Rd., Wolverine Lake, (810) 624- 6660. Under new management, it has retained the same casual atmosphere that people have enjoyed, and a new menu and wine list present refreshing choices at reasonable prices. The new bill of fare includes items like fresh fish daily, pasta dishes, sauteed chicken, veal Asiago, steak, barbequed baby back ribs, Southwestern dishes, etc. Ban- quet facilities are available for up to 150 having a good time at bar and bat mitz- vahs, weddings and showers. Dining Guide For information to be part of this weekly Dining Guide feature please contact Danny Raskin or Art Shafer $2 OFF B-B-(1 CHICKEN FOR 2 $2 OFF SLAB FOR 2 tonese, Szechuan and Mandarin dishes, plus a Chinese Buffet at lunch and din- ner to go with its regular menu. 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