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, tole 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, 669-1 441 . Much tropi-
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
Vicari'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 BLOOMITELD
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. Opal came to the
suburbs in 1993 and the flames have
been blazing even larger ever since. The
Grooktown in West Bloomfield is the
pride of Rick Rogow and Tom Peristeris,
whose large, expertly-cut Iamb chops,
special salads like Tommy's New Idea
Salad, traditional Greek favorites, etc.
are winning huge amounts of return cus-
tomers. Jazz with Millie Scott 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 preparation. Also now, a
blues band entertains Thursday and Sat-
urday evenings.
Envoy Cafe, 33210 W. 14 Mile
Rd., Sinsbury Plaza, West Bloomfield,
855-6220. This new and distinctive
cafe, featuring nouvelle cuisine, pre-
sents a dining room of warmth and
charm. Each plate is a beautiful arrange-
ment of color. Musicians perform Fri-
days and Saturdays from 9 p.m., and
food served until 11 p.m. Specials with
touches of innovation are offered dai-
ly.
Golden Phoenix, 6257 Orchard
Lake Rd., Sugar Tree Shopping Center,
170. Now say-
—
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 Metro-
politan areas enjoy the many styles of
Chinese dining put out by Gene Woo.
Whitefish in all cooking varieties is a
big feature, with almost a thousand
pounds served each week. This is to-
gether with Cantonese, Szechuan and
Mandarin dishes, plus a Chinese Buffet
at lunch and dinner to go with its regu-
lar menu.
PLAYBILL
BROADWAY COMES TO SHAAREY ZEDEK LAKER FAMILY CONCERT
Mai Thai, 6635 Orchard Lake Rd.,
Old Orchard Shopping Center, 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 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 prepara-
tion. 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 be-
fore, along with homemade Jewish dish-
es 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, serv-
ing 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-remodeled wide open expanse
instead of the former Sultan's crowded
look.
WINDSOR
Blue Danube, 1235 Ottawa Street,
Windsor, Ontario, 519-252-0246. 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.
The lilt Musical
'That's Life!" is a new musical for all ages which comically explores contemporary Jewish
life in America. Told through funny and poignant vignettes, 'That's Life!" features an
original score by twelve critically acclaimed New York composers and lyricists. The New
York Times calls this melodic, touching show from off-Broadway a treat! Don't miss it!
Sunday, December 10, 1995 7:00 P.M. Free admission
Congregation Shaarey Zedek, 27475 Bell Road, Southfield
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