Dining Guide WHEN PICASSO CKEMED SOMETHING NEW HE INVITED ALL HIS FRIENDS. (A weekly advertising feature) Lelli's of Auburn Hills, 885 Opdyke Road,Auburn Hills, (248) 373-4440.The same excellent food that the Lelli family has been noted for since 1939, is served at this location across from the Silver- dome. Reservations are accepted for any day except Saturdays, and are strongly suggested. BERKLEY Sila, 4033 W. 12 Mile, Berkley, 548- 3650.Two reasons why this has consis- tently been a good neighborhood family Italian restaurant and pizzeria is because of brothers Mike and Al Bsharah. Watching the store, so to speak, they make sure nothing is served without their approval, square or round pizza, chicken, ribs, fish salads, pasta and other favorites like the chicken parmigaiana. Daily lunch and dinner sacials are 7- days-a-week, and private banquet space is available. BLOOMFIELD HILLS Beau Jack's, 4108 West Maple, Bloom- field Hills, 248-626-2630.The piano bar is a most welcomed addition to this dining favorite for many who enjoy its menu diversification, good service and warm ambiance.The casual dining popu- larity of Beau Jack's makes it a wanted spot for before and after togetherness where people know each other and enjoy the camraderie of the restaurant's family-type operation. Steve's Deli, 6646 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Plaza, (248) 932-0800.A "lit- tle bit of New York in Bloomfield Hills" and "old-time deli favorites of yester- years" are with {award-winning{ chicken soup, corned beef and roasted turkeys for dining in or carry-out.Also "Steve Romanik Brownies" plus Carnegie Deli cheesecakes are among favorite desserts in this 7-day-a-week operation. DETROIT Lelli's, 7618 Woodward Ave., Detroit, (313) 871-1590.A Detroit dining tradi- tion since 1939, Lelli's has been serving Italian favorites to many generations. It is open seven days-a-week, including Sundays (12 to 8).Along with its large meals, Lelli's also has its light side menu which has enjoyed much popularity. FARMINGTON HILLS Cafe Cortina, 30715 W.Ten Mile, Farmington Hills, (248) 474-3033.Own- ers Rina Tonon and son Adrian's fine Italian ristorante proudly presents origi- nal family recipes amid a romantic ambiance.The private garden room with adjacent patio for appetizers and cock- tails, is used for receptions, rehearsals, b'nai mitzvah, etc. Dishes from the Vene- to region of Italy are prepared with choice elegance. It was the only Michi- gan Italian restaurant to receive the 1997 DiRoNa award. Hakata, 32443 Northwestern Hwy., Farmington Hills, 737-7220.The ring of authenticy is always present when enjoying an interesting experience at this well-received Japanese restaurant. The menu and ambience of Hakata, with its private rooms, slippers, sushi bar and open dining room are gracious attribut- es of this honorable food emporium. It is open seven days a week, featuring all the exciting dishes that come with authentic Japanese dining. Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum, 31005 Orchard Lake Road, 626-5020. Owner Marvin Yagoda, with son Jeremy Yagoda, have vaulted this very popular fun emporium into one of the fewest of its kind in the nation, win- ning 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. It is also a highly successful party favorite and has 24 seats for lunch snacks. Vineyard's Cafe & Catering, 32418 Northwestern Hwy., Farmington Hills, (248) 855-9463. Standouts at this popular cafe include traditional Jewish dishes prepared by Shirlee Bloom in her own separate kithcne.All her homemade food is in cases for customers to see. Homemade sandwiches, salads and other good things to eat, including Vineyards' Famous rollups are enjoyed at booths and tables.They are also available for carry-out. It is a seven-day-a-week operation. KEEGO HARBOR Sweetwaters Bistro, 1978 Cass Lake Rd., Keego Harbor, (248) 683-0I70.The menu is quite different than its pre- desessor at thes locale. It is predomi- nantly Russian, with American cuisine also listed among the many favorites that have been receiving much acclaim. The Russian dishes in particular have their own distinct flair, with items not seen on too many other menus. W at RcdFirc Grill are iicw to Walled Lake but not new to creating recipes we love to serve. Our chefs have created an artful palette starting with "Baked French Brie wrapped in Fillo," mixing "Linguine with Sauteed Chicken l3reast"with tomatoes, basil and garlic, adding flare to "Char-grilled New York Strip Steak" on a bed of caramelized onions, roasted peppers and a dash of color you might not expect. "Grilled Fresh Salmon" with corn salsa, all without the gallery prices. Stop by and bring a friend, you'll be pleased. REDFIRE Wes, Maple Hours: Mon-Thurs 1 1 :30am - 9:00pin Fri 11 :30;tin - 10:00pin Sat 41:00pin - 10:00pin Sun 1:00pin - 8:00pin PonliacTrail Novi/ Decker Rd. AUBURN HILLS Now Open for Lunch WHEKE GOOD FK1ENDS GET SEKVED GOOD FOOD. 1050 Benstein Road, Walled Lake, MI 248-669-2122 YOU DON'T HAVE TO GO DOWNTOWN TO GET HE ZIP • Italian-American Favorites • Pasta Specialties • Variety of Chicken dishes • Pizza • Filet Mignon • Chops • Seafood • Cocktails Ferndale's Favorite Since 1961 Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday 11 a.m. to 3:30 a.m. www. ComosPizza. corn Saturday 12 noon to 330 a.m. Sunday 12 noon to 2 am. Woodward at 9 Mile Family Operated (248) 548-5005 ,". ehabbat Dinner LATHRUP LaFendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup 3/13 1998 101