THE ENVOY CAFE Casual Dining DAILY LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS FARMINGTON HILLS continued from page calamari and a whitefish dinner to his not Sheehan burgers, munchies, chili and popular bar-b-q ribs that had been part of the former O'Sheehan's menu. Imported beers, frozen tropical drinks and a se- lections of island music compliment this casual, fun diner. T1 V0 LIVE VTERTAINMEIT Wed. & Thur. Starting at 6:30. Fri. & Sat. Starting at 9 33210 W. 14 Mile at Farmington Rd.. West Bloomfield IN SIMSBURY PLAZA Serving From: NIon.-Thurs. 11-10. Fri. & Sat. 11-11 Closed Sunday. available for private parties 855-6220 fib _ r BROASTED •Dine In Only 1 OPEN 7 DAYS SUN.-THURS. 11-10 FRI. & SAT. 11-11 liC41.111 8S MILES CI) co CD 118 SOUTH WOODWARD • ROYAL OAK JUST NORTH OF 10 MILE NEXT TO ZOO L 544.1211 • One Coupon Per Person QUALITY IS OUR PRIORITY! THE FINEST CHINESE RESTAURANT ANYWHERE! ENJOY OUR ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT LUNCHEON BUFFET MONDAY-FRIDAY 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 4 GREAT ENTREES! ITEMS GALORE! $g50 S 1111/ ADULTS lb/ Children 10 & Under PRIVATE DINING ROOM FOR YOUR NEXT AFFAIR • ALL CATERING • LUNCHES • EXOTIC DRINKS • COCKTAILS •EXOTIC DRINKS • CHOICE COCKTAILS • PRIVATE DIMNG ROOM •CATERING • LUNCHES TriE GREAT WALE 35135 Grand River (Drakeshire Shopping Center) 476-9181 R1STORANTE 8' BAR Your Hosts Always: Jim & Chris Stevens Authentic Regional Italian Cuisine Pasta, Fresh Seafood & Steaks * DAILY CHEF SPECIALTIES Desserts Housemade - induding our Family Recipe of Tiramisu LUNCHES WED.-SAT. AT 11 a.m. Catering for any Occasion **Rent our complete Restaurant On Sundays 80-125 people Cicero's Italian Ristorante & Bar is located on Novi Rd. Just north of 10 Mile. ONLY 1 1 /4 MILE FROM 12-OAKS MALL Reservations call 810-380-0011 112 24299 Novi Rd. 11/2 Miles South of Twelve Oaks Mall in PineRidge Vineyard's Cafe & Catering, 32418 Northwestern Hwy., Farmington Hills, 855-9463. The at-new Vineyards is something to see, with both booths and tables for people to sit with salads galore, both regular and low fat, plus over 50 sandwiches. Also, from Shiriee 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 carry-out. She is also available for weddings, bar- bat mitzvahs, showers, etc. FERNDALE nl >< WHOLE SLAB OF RIBS & BROASTED OR BAR-B-0 CHICKEN FOR 2! 111 French Gourmet, 23421 Wood- ward, Ferndale, 810-541-1200. At one time a great place to go for French pas- ties and desserts, this has become a full- fledged restaurant with under 30 seats. It serves gourmet-style food at resonable prices. Owners Marvin Bernstein and wife/executive chef Tina Bernstein, also roast their own coffees and have added new features from 40 French syrups to an extensive line of teas, Parisian vinegars, oils, honeys, preserves and mustards. Al- though a complete restaurant now, French Gourmet is still a classic authentic French pastry shop and bakery, with excellent special occasion and wedding cakes. If going for dinner, take a tip and make a reservation. Remember, seating cop:icily is small. LATI-IftUP LaFendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Landing, Lathrup, 559-9099. An elegant atmosphere, where all areas are a dif- ferent decor make up this popular Mid- dle Eastern restuaurant. many of the dishes 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, Laurel Park Place, livonia, 464-9030. D. Den- nison's has an established reputation for moderately-priced seafood from Fbrida, Boston and the Great Lakes. The atmos- phere is lively and informal with a fresh raw bar and early dining specials. Also featured are pasta, chicken dishes, sal- ads 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 have enjoyed the elaborate offerings with the imaginative style d preparation which have proven delightful palate-pleasers. acero's Ristorante & Bar, 24299 Novi Road, Novi, 3800011. 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. & Sat. 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, 101 Z Mile and Greenfidd, Lincdn Shopping Center, Oak Park, 9680022. A favorite of many peo- ple for breakfast, lunch, dinner and af- ter-thecter, this has the aura of a modernistic delicatessen so apparent with colorful decor. A children's menu is leaved along with party trays. The Bread Basket 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 Imo-A- edge of Chef Frank Eng is widespread in Chinese dining. Golden Bowl is open seven days, Mon.-Thurs. from 11 a.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. serving Szechuan, Mandarin and Cantonese food. Carry-out service is available plus banquet facilities. ORCHARD LAKE Jake's On The Lake, 4105 Ord-urd Lake Rd., Orchard Lake. 851-8888. He's the imaginative world traveler figure who has owners Jim Kokus and Ed Manzaria, also bossmen at Opus One, operating his new restaurant 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. Reservations are accepted for any evening. PONTIAC didn't reckon with Marty Wilk, own- er/chef who has made it one of Metro- politan Detroit's markedly popular dining and dancing spots. It's Frank Sinatra's fa- - vorite while in the local area. Entertain- ment is Tues. thru Sat. and complete 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 Lar- co's days, and are combined with familiar traditional homemade Jewish dishes. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, party trays and outside catering are Gateway Deli stand- outs. McVee's Sports Bar & Grill, 23380 Telegraph Road, Southfield, 352- 8243. This is more than just another sports bar and grill restaurant. Veteran restaura- teur Herman Yagoda features charbroiled steaks, fresh seafood, large burgers, baby- back ribs and lamb chops that he de- fies others to beat. Also homemade soups and daily specials at both lunch and din- ners, with moderate prices in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. New Seoul Garden, 27566 North- western, Southfield, 827-1600. Authen- ticiy is brought to the the where favorites such as beef, chicken and shrimp are pre- pared on a barbeque grill in front of cus- tomers. Floor seating and a sushi bar also add to its appeal. Authentic Korean and Japanese dishes are the theme foods at this restaurant with a sister Seoul Garden in Sterling Heights. Pearl City, 27522 Northwestern Hwy. at 11 Mile, 354-3700. The Oriental din- ing imagination is captured in a moder- ately-priced Chinese menu at lunch and dinner. Pearl City Southfield's Sunday Buf- fet, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and menu selee tions, offer customers a variety of ways in which to dine. A children's menu is a fa- vorite for family dining. Pike Street, 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 that 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. Peking Garden, 29875 North- western Hwy., Applegate Square, West Bloomfield, 353-7890. Szechuan, Hu- nan and Chinese dishes are available for dinners and carry-out 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 atmos- phere of this awaited restaurant is ac- cented by the fine Oriental food it serves. ROYAL OAK Radisson Plaza Hotel, 1500 Town Center, Southfield, 827-4000. Individ- ual taste presentations are offered by two restaurants which stand out for their din- ing diversities. T.C. Linguine with its Ital- ian fare and Tango's Cocktail Lounge that features a bistro atmosphere with enter- tainment for dancing. The many services offered by Radisson Plaza at Town Cen- ter has given it a high rating by hotel pe- riodicals. Chick-N-Ribs, 118 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-bq 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. SOU - LD Ala's, 27167 Greenfield, Southfield, 559-8222. A good family restaurant serv- ing American and Lebanese cuisine, Alia's owners Dania and Ed Farah are proud of their homemade specialties prepared from natural ingredients. It is open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch and din- ner. Carryout of its entire menu is avail- able as is off-premise catering. ExcaRbur, 28875 Franklin Rd., South- field, 358-33.55. When former owner Pat Archer passed on, people said Ex- calibur would also go. However, they Star Deli, 24555 W. 12 Mile Rd., Southfield, 352-7377. This is one of Michigan's largest delicatessen carryout operations, but you wouldn't know it from the size. And everything is homemade, tole slaw, potato salad, chicken salad, tuna salad, egg salad and much more. Star cooks its own corned beef and pas- trami, and the 7-day operation includes a major specialty— beautiful tray catering. WALLED LAKE Key Largo, 142 E. Walled Lake Dr., Walled Lake, 669-1441. Much tropical