HAKATA JAPANESE RESTAURANT OPEN 7 DAYS • LUNCH & DINNER sor at thes locale. It is predominantly Russian, with American cuisine also listed among the many favorites that have been receiving much acclaim.The Russian dish- es in particular have their own distinct flair, with items not seen on too many other menus. LATHRUP LaFendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Land- ing, Lathrup, 559-9099.An elegant atmos- phere, where all areas are a different decor, make up this popular Middle East- ern restaurant. Many of the dishes are not found in too many dining 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. OAK PARK Bread Basket Deli, 10 1/2 Mile and Greenfield, Lincoln Shopping Center, Oak Park, 968-0022.A favorite of many peo- ple for breakfast, lunch, dinner and after- theater, this has the aura of a mod- ernistic delicatessen so apparent with colorful decor.A children's menu is fea- tured along with party trays.The Bread Basket Deli is open Tuesday through Sun- day I 0 a.m. to I 0 p.m. ORCHARD LAKE The Sheik, 4189 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard Lake, 865-000.The famous Mideastern and Lebanese recipes of Esther Michaels, whose Sheik restaurant was a downtown Detroit standby for many years, are featured along with small pita breads served hot directly from an open hearth. Esther's many Mideastern and Lebanese favorites have not been forgotten, and present an interesting array of popular dining attractions. ROYAL OAK Chick-N-Ribs, 118 S.Woodward, Royal Oak, 544-121 I. Much has been said about this dine in and carry-out restau- rant whose specialities of broasted or bar-b-q chicken and bar-b-q 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. II-11. SOUTHFIELD Empire Szechuan Garden, 29875 Northwestern Hwy., Applegate Square, Southfield, 353-7890. Consistency has become a fine point for this Oriental restaurant serving Szechuan, Hunan and Chinese dishes. It has become a popular place to dine at both lunch and dinner times and is open seven-days-a-week, with everything on the menu available also for carry-out.The clean atmosphere and efficient service are pluses to go along with the food. Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, South- field, (248) 358-3355.This has been referred to as the northwest version of the once very popular London Chop House in downtown Detroit. Entertian- ment by the Billy Rose Trio is Tuesdays through Saturdays, and menu items for lunch and dinner are such that have made it one of metropolitan Detroit's most popular dining and dancing spots. It is also the favortie of many show biz personalities when appearing in this sector. Gateway Deli, 21745 W. I I Mile, Har- vard Row, Southfield, 352-4940.Try the veal marsala or veal parmesan at this popular delicatessen-restaurant whose gourmet dishes are brought from owner Peter Bershaj's former Larco's days.They are combined with familiar traditional homemade Jewish dishes. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, party trays and outside catering are Gateway Deli standouts. 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 defies others to beat.Also home-made soups are daily specials at both lunch and din- ner with moderate prices in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. Seros, 29221 Northwestern, Southfield, 358-2353.The specialty is Greek-Ameri- can with emphasis on family dining. It is a seven-day-a-week operation with daily specials for lunch and dinner.The neigh- borhood atmosphere is condusive to comfortable dining.This combined with low prices have made Seros a popular restaurant. featuring AUTHENTIC JAPANESE CUISINE AS YOU LIKE IT! • Elegant Atmosphere • Gracious Warmth • Reasonable Prices * Sushi Bar * Private Japanese Rooms * Cocktails Including 30 Different Kinds of Sake Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11:30-2 p.m. • Dinner: Mon.-Sat. 5:30-10:30 p.m. Sunday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 32443 NORTHWESTERN HWY. Between Middlebelt & 14 Mile 737-7220 Fax: 737-7223 Visit us on the web www.hakatashushi.com r. . . ng In Cantonese, Szechuan :jlandarin joods • Excellent White jish and Steaks Orchard Lake Rd. • 932-3133 h unch Buffet • ' Banquet 1-Zoom LAvailable LA4AdayiThursday (11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) Excellent Thai Food As You Like It ... Extra Mild, Mild, Medium, Spicy and Extra Spicy Rated *** by Detroit News $A 50 Lunch Specials from "II' I I :00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. includes soup & rice eattcy-eut & &feting cfivailable • eochtailb 6etved Hours: Mon.-Thurs., I I a.m.- I 0 p.m., Fri & Sat. I I a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 12-9 p. m 6635 Orchard Lake Road at Maple • Old Orchard Shopping Center • 626.6313 Star Deli, 24555 W. 12 Mile Rd., South- field, 352-7377. It has been acclaimed as one of America's finest carry-out only - delicatessens, and has the largest carry- out deli operations in Michigan. Howev- er, you wouldn't know it from the size. And everything is homemade: cole slaw, potato salad, chicken salad, egg salad and so much more. Star prepares both fat- free and regular tuna and cuts its lox by hand. It also cooks its own corned beef and pastrami, and the 7-day operation includes a major specialty—beautiful tray catering. of Auburn Hills & Detroit FINE DINING RESTAURANTS Catering Services Provided For Your Special.Occasion Or Company Celebration. Our Location Or Yours. Becky Lelli's of Auburn Hills • 248-373-4440 Andre Lelli's of Detroit • 313-871-1590 For Reservations Now