Lounge that features a bistro atmosphere with entertainment for dancing. The many services offered by Radisson Plaza at Town Center has given it a high rat- ing by hotel 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: tole slaw, potato salad, chicken salad, tuna salad, egg salad and much more. Star cooks its own corned beef and pastrami, 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 fun is included in the dining experiences at Key Largo, which is considered by many as a Northwest premier in wa- terfront dining. Especially 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, pizzas, ribs, sandwiches, salad and daily fresh fish specials. Its banquet room is avail- able for all events. Szechuan Empire North, 39540 14 Mile Road, Walled Lake, 960-7666. This is the second of owner Tome Lin's fine Chinese operations. His other Szechuan Gardens is on 5 Mile Rd. and Middlebelt in Livonia and a popular spot. The Szechuan Gardens North restaurant has also become a fast fa- vorite, and includes the traditional Chi- nese style of dining where expected side dishes are not a la carte, but present- ed with the complete meal ordered. WARREN Andiamo Italia, 7096 E. 14 Mile Road, Warren, 268-3200. OwnerJoe 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 An- diamo 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. Ooa! came to the suburbs in 1993 and tie 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 Millie Scott and Kevin Crosby is featured on Thursday and Fri- day evenings. Envoy Cafe, 33210 W. 14 Mile Rd., Simsbury Plaza, West Bloomfield, 855-6220. This new and distinctive cafe, featuring nouvelle cuisine, presents a din- ing room of warmth and charm. Each plate is a beautiful arrangement of col- or. Musicians perform Fridays and Sat- urdays from 9 p.m. and food served until 11 p.m. Specials with touches of inno- vation are offered daily. Golden Phoenix, 6257 Orchard Lake Road, Sugar Tree Shopping Cen- ter, West Bloomfield, 855-3570. Now serving 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 carry-out are available in a wide assortment of Oriental dishes for culinary consumption. 0 11 Hoa Kow, 4301 Orchard Lake Road, Crosswinds Mall, West Bloom- field, 932-3133. People from all walks of life and most parts of Detroit and met- ropolitan areas enjoy the many styles of Chinese dining put out by Gene Woo. Whitefish in all cooking varieties is big feature, with almost 1,000 pounds served each week. This is together with Cantonese, Szechuan and Mandarin dishes, plus a Chinese Buffet at lunch and dinner to go with its regular menu. Off Broadway Theater in West Bloomfield r NDEs P ote,, et- / Mai Thai, 6635 Orchard Lake Road, Old Orchard Shopping Center, West Bloomfield, 626-6313. Those who like the real thing will enjoy Mai Thai with its very spicy or non-spicy foods con- coded 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. by "Provocative, Kindertransport will turn every emotion upside down . . ." New York Times Stage & Co., 6873 Orchard Lake Road, 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. "Extraordinarily moving. . . This I think is an evening you may never forget." WINDSOR Blue Danube, 1235 Ottawa Street, Clive Barnes New York Post Windsor, Ontario, 519-252-0246. Spe- cialties with old world authenticity are prepared at this charming Hungarian restaurant. It is a family operation serv- ing European, Canadian and American cuisine over 20 years. Gypsy musicians from Hungary stroll and serenade cus- tomers at tables Thursdays through Sun- days. The husband and wife team of Zota and Sam Popadic serve both lunch- es and dinners at their seven-claya-week operation. "Highly impressive. . . KINDER TRANSPORT deserves to be seen." Michael Billington The Guardian ,4 ► , CHRYSLER v4e FUND SKILLMAN FOUNDATION Dining Guide For information on how to be part of this weekly Dining Guide feature, please contact Danny Raskin or Heidi Bran- demihl (810) 354-6060 e s e n michisan council for arts and cultural affairs DIANE SAMUELS Directed by Rivi Yaron OCTOBER 9 thrtt NOVEMBER 3 TICKETS (810) 788-2900 or waf --- z4ZAdm7mv. (810) 645 6666 - Aaron De Roy Theatre 6600 West Maple Road West Bloomfield Senior, Student & Group Rates Available. Hearing Devices Available & Wheel Chair Access. TREATSEATS . discount coupons available at participating Target and Hudson's stores. ********* * ***************** r. 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