and son Adrian are rightfully proud of their fine Italian restaurant with its romantic ambiance. Original family recipes are prepared for discerning diners by Chef Vincenzo Bassonettt. The private-garden roni, wire-ructiacent patio for appetizers and cocktails is used for receptions, re- hearsals, bar mitzvahs, etc. Dishes from the Veneto region of Italy are prepared and presented with choice elegance. D. Dennisons, 27909 Orchard Lake Rd., Farmington Hills, 553-7000. It is on a par with many higher-touted restau- rants whose fish entrees are a main lea- ve, but still keeps a low key as one of the area's better seafood houses. The fresh water-farin' creatures that end up in both the Farmington Hills and Livonia lo- cales bring much tasty goodness. Ginopolis', 27815 Middlebelt Rd., Farmingbn Hills, 851-8222. One of Met- ropolitan Detroit's favorite celebrity rest- aurants, Ginopolis', owned by brothers Johnny and Per Ginopolis, carries on the tradition of excellence which their father George always insisted upon. Seafood, authentic Montgomery Inn ribs and choice selections are Ginopdis' favorites. A beau- tiful private room is available plus off- premise service for all types of catering. Hakata, 32443 Northwestern Hwy., Farmington Hills, 737-7220. It is always an interesting experience to dine at a Japanese restaurant. And even more so when the ring of Japanese authentic- ity is always prevalent. The menu and ambience of Hakata, with its private rooms, and slippers, sushi bar and open dining room, are gracious attributes for this honorable food emporium. It is open seven days a week. CHINESE SEAFOOD WJA KOW LNN A SIMPLE JOURNEY FOR THE FRESHEST FISH AND SEAFOOD Specializing in Cantonese, Szechuan & Mandarin Foods CHINESE LUNCH BUFFET BANQUET ROOM AVAILABLE MON.-THURS. 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. PLUS OUR REGULAR MENU CROSSWINDS MALL 4301 Orchard Lake Rd. • 932-3133 FAMOUS SEAFOOD TAVE R N461 DELICATESSEN "1". BANQUET FACILITIES FOR UP TO 60 dining room, carry-out and trays ORCHARD LAKE ROAD AT 12 MILE • FARMINGTON HILLS • 553-7000 LAUREL PARK PLACE • SIX MILE AT I-275 • LIVONIA • 464-9030 •breakfast • lunch • dinner •after-theater • kiddie menu open Tuesdays thru Sundays 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 968-0022 lincoln shopping center, 10-1/2 mile & greenfield, oak park ITALIAN RESTAURANT J. J. Peppers, 37610 W. 12 Mile, Farmington Hills, 810-848-9009. Lo- cated in the Halstead Plaza, it is more on the family dining theme with dishes for both lunch and dinner. The casual fun atmosphere also includes large screen, IV, pool, darts and games. Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum, 31005 Orchard Lake Rd., 626-5020. Only the huge clack at its out- side entrance is backwards. Everything else at this good time emporium spells fun for the entire family. Owner Marvin Yago- da was crazy like a fox when he came up with the idea, but it has become one of very few like it in the nation, winning awards and appearing in magazines and the Guiness World Bock of Records. Video games, pinball machines, antique games, unique posters, etc. include an old-time photo booth. The party favorite also has 24 tables for lunch snacks. O'Shuck's Raw Bar & Grill, 35450 Grand River, Muirwood Square, Farmington Hills. 810-474-8484. After twelve years at this location, Larry Shee- han decided to remodel to a Florida decor. 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., Farming- ton Hills, 855-9463. The all-new Vine- yards 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 Shirlee Bloom's separate kitchen comes her excellent preparation of traditional Jewish dishes, using only kosher prod- ucts. Shirlee's foods are available for din- ing in or carryout. She is also available continued on page 108 THAI Featuring Your Favorite Thai Dishes RATED 1=-*.* DETROIT NEWS • LUNCH SPECIALS FROM 11-4 PM • CARRY OUT & CATERING AVAILABLE Cocktails Now Available Reservations (810) 626-6313 6635 Orchard Lk Rd. at Maple • Old Orchard Shopping Ctr. HOURS: Mon.-Thur. 11 AM-10 PM, Fri. & Sat. 11 AM-11 PM, Sun. 12-9 PM ITALIA 7096 EAST FOURTEEN MILE ROAD (WEST OF VAN DYKE IN WARREN) FOR RESERVATIONS CALL (810) 268-3200 Dining Guide For Advertising Rates And Information PleaiesContact KOREAN The Best Korean-Ja anese Restaurant rica in North • BBQ Grill On The Table • Largest Sushi Bar in Town • Floor Sitting Room • Cocktail Lounge with Karoke New Seoul Garden Restaurant 27566 Northwestern Hwy., in Southfield (810) 827.1600 Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11:30am-10:30pm Sun. & Holidays Noon - 10 pm Sister restaurant Seoul Garden in Sterling Heights u . 12 MlIs I I tad,. For information to be a part of this weekly Dining Guide feature, please contact Danny Raskin Or your account representative at (810) 354-6060 107