mitzvah, etc. Dishes from the Veneto
region of Italy are prepared and pre-
sented with choice elegance.
D. Dennison's, 27909 Orchard
Lake Road, Farmington Hills, 553-7000.
It is on par with many higher-touted
restaurants whose fish entrees are a main
feature, but still keeps a low key as one
of the area's better seafood houses. The
fresh water-faring' creatures that end up
in both the Farmington Hills and Livonia
locales bring much tasty goodness.
Ginopolis', 27815 Middlebelt
Road, Farmington Hills, 851-8222.
One of Metropolitan Detroit's favorite
celebrity restaurants, Ginopolis', owned
by brothers Johnny and Peter Ginopo-
lis, carries on the tradition of excellence
which their father George always in-
sisted upon. Seafood, authentic Mont-
gomery Inn ribs and choice selections
are Ginoplis' favorites. A beautiful pri-
vate room is available plus off-premise
service for all types of catering.
Hakata, 32443 Northwestern Hwy.,
Landing, Lathrup, 559-9099. An ele-
gant atmosphere, where all areas are
a different decor, make up this popu-
lar Middle Eastern restaurant. Many of
the dishes are not found in too many din-
ing spots of its type. Fresh squeezed fruits
and vegetables make up the raw juice
bar which people enjoy seven days a
week at all hours.
D. Dennison's Seafood Tay-
em of Livonia, 37716 W. 6 Mile,
Ah Wok, 41563 W. 10 Mile Road,
Vineyard's Cafe & Catering,
32418 Northwestern Hwy., Farrningbn
Hills, 855-9463. The all-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 Shirlee
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, b'nai mitzvah,
showers, etc.
FERNDALE
- French Gourmet, 23421 Wood-
ward, Ferndale, 541-1200. At one time
a great place to go for French pastries
and desserts, this has become a full-
fledged restaurant with under 30 seats.
It serves gourmet-style food at reason-
able prices. Owners Marvin Bernstein
and wife/executive chef Una Bernstein
also roast their own coffees and have
added new features from 40 French
Phyllis C Richman, Feb. 5, 1995
The Washington Post
"The national reputation
of The Capital Grille has
crowds beating
down the doors."
LIVONIA
Marvin's Marvelous Me-
chanical Museum, 31005 Or-
35450 Grand River, Muirwood
Square, Farmington Hills, 474-8484.
After 12 years at this location, Larry
Sheehan decided to remodel to a Flori-
da decor. He has added oysters,
shrimp, gator tail, calamari and a white-
fish dinner to his noted Sheehan burg-
ers, 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 selection
of island music complement this casu-
al, fun diner.
"Not only is the menu beefy, but the portions
are gigantic... these steaks, with some bite to
them, have a full meaty flavor... the wine list is
enough to keep you entertained for many visits."
LaFendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup
Laurel Park Place, Livonia, 464-9030.
D. Dennison's has an established rep-
utation for moderately-priced seafood
from Florida, Boston and the Great Lakes.
The atmosphere is lively and informal
with a fresh raw bar and early dining
specials. Also featured are pasta, chick-
en dishes, salads and sandwiches, plus
a children's menu.
O'Shuck's Raw Bar & Grill,
DRY AGED STEAKS,
CHOPS &
FRESH SEAFOOD
LATHRUP
Farmington Hills, 737-7220. It is al-
ways an interesting experience to dine
at a Japanese restaurant. And even
more so when the ring ofJapanese au-
thenticity is always prevalent. The menu
and ambience of Hakata, with its pri-
vate rooms, slippers, sushi bar and
open dining room, are gracious at-
tributes for this honorable food empo-
rium. It is open seven days a week.
chard Lake Road, 626-5020. Only the
huge clock at its outside entrance is
backwards. Everything else at this good
time emporium spells fun for the en-
tire family. Owner Marvin Yagoda 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 Book of World 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.
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syrups to an extensive line of teas,
Parisian vinegars, oils, honeys, preserves
and mustards. Although a complete
restaurant now, French Gourmet is still
a classic authentic French pastry shop
and bakery, with excellent special oc-
casion and wedding cakes. If going for
dinner, take a tip and make a reserva-
tion. Remember, seating capacity is
small.
NOVI
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 their imaginative style of prepara-
tion which have proven delight'ul palate
pleasers.
OAK PARK
Bread Basket Deli, 10 1/2 Mile
and Greenfield, Lincoln Shopping
Center, Oak Park, 968-0022. A fa-
vorite of many people for breakfast,
lunch, dinner and after-theater, this
has the aura of a modernistic deli-
catessen so apparent with colorful
decor. A children's menu is featured
along with party trays. The Bread Bas-
ket Deli is open Tuesday through Sun-
day 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Golden Bowl, 22106 Coolidge
"Best
of Award of Excellence"
The Wine Spectator
"The Capital Grille is the
place to see and be seen."
"Great steak, fancy bar, swank
trappings-everything
a steak house should be.
The New York Times,
March 13, 1996
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11 a.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. serv-
ing Szechuan, Mandarin and Cantonese
food. Carry-out service is available plus
banquet facilities.
PONTIAC
Pike Street Restaurant, 18
West Pike Street, Pontiac, 334-7878.
Randy Emert, captain of the 1996
Michigan Culinary Team and winner
of gold, silver and bronze medals in
salon competition, is the head chef
at this fine dining establishment noted
for its cuisine and service. An imagi-
native menu, coupled with excellent
wines by the glass or bottle, and choice
liquors, is a popular favorite. Private
banquet facilities for all occasions are
available.
ROYAL OAK
Chick-N-Ribs, 118 S. Woodward,
Royal Oak, 544-1211. Much has been
said about this dine in and carry-out
restaurant whose specialities of broast-
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