7Dining Guide • AUBURN HILLS Lelli's of Auburn Hills, 885 Opdyke Road, Auburn Hills, (248) 373-4440.The second of Lelli's traditionally fine Italian ristorante is located across from the Silverdome. Besides elegant surrounds, it features the same excellent food served by the Lelli family since 1939. Reservations are accepted for any day except Saturday. BERKLEY • HAKATA eltffia (A weekly advertising feature) Sila, 4033 W. 12 Mile, Berkley, (248) 548- 3650. This is one of those dependable neighborhood standys people enjoy having around.The Italian and American menu is what you would expect from a family operation which has gathered much confi- dence with its consistency in food prepa- ration. Chicken, ribs, round and square pizza, fish, salads, pasta, chicken parmesan and other favorites, are served seven days for lunch and dinner. A private banquet area is also available. BLOOMFIELD HILLS Steve's Deli, 6646 Telegraph Road, Bloom- field Hills, (248) 932-0800. Deli favorites are featured fncluding an award-winning chicken soup. Corned beef and roasted turkeys are available for dining in or carry-out in the New York style restaurant operation open seven days a week. Desserts include Steve Romanik Brownies and Carnegie Deli-type cheesecakes. distinguished dining" with dishes from Italy's Veneto region. Hakata, 32443 Northwestern Hwy., Farming- ton Hills, (248) 737-7220.The interesting experience received when enjoying Japanese food is coupled with flavorful delight. This is always apparent when authenticity reveals much knowledge in such ethnic dining. Hika- ta's sushi bar, private dining Tatimi rooms and open dining rooms are gracious attributes seven days a week. Exotic cocktails, Japanese wines and beers are also featured. OPEN 7 DAYS • LUNCH & DINNER 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. 737-7220 Fax: 737-7223 Visit us on the web www.hakatasushi.corn 32443 NORTHWESTERN HWY. Between Middlebelt & 14 Mile Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum, 31005 Orchard Lake Road, Farm- ington Hills, (248) 626-5020.There's fun everywhere at this popular center, one of the fewest of its kind in the nation. So many video games, antiques, nostalgic posters and award- winning world of entertainment attractions with boating, skiing, etc., games. It has been featured numerously in magazine articles and Guiness Book of Records. Lunch and snacks are available and birthday parties for young and adult have made it popular on must lists. Vineyards Cafe & Catering, 32415 North- western Hwy., Farmington Hills, (248) 855- 9463. Now that owner Ron Asmar has added Nibbles and Nuts at theVineyards to his sta- ble, he makes his setup an even more diversi- fied operation.Traditional Jewish dishes pre- pared by Shirlee Bloom in her own separate kitchen, homemade sandwiches (rollups and others,) salads and a host of wanted food are enjoyed at booths and tables. Everything is available for carry-out and tray catering. Out- side catering by Shirlee Bloom is popular for events in homes, offices and halls. DETROIT in Cantonese, Szechwan cillandarin joods • excellent ( Ifithitefish, Perch and (Steaks Orchard Lake Rd. • 932-3133 unch 'Buffet • 'Banquet Room kYlvadable y 71zursday (11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) Slijoy it1 e CatelliA OUTSIDE OUR RESTAURANT FOR PARTIES 20 to 500 Featuring Ristorante di Modesta's Famous Cuisine of Outstanding Favorites RISTORfl1111 01 9100fSTfl ( Lelli's of Detroit, 76 I8 Woodward Ave., Detroit, (3 I 3) 871-1590. Many generations have been served at this Italian dining tradi- tion, which has been serving generations since 1939. Traditional Italian favorites are served daily, including Sundays (noon to 8). The diversified menu of traditional dishes is z - accompanied by a light menu for those watching their food intake. LATHRUP VILLAGE La Fendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Land- ing, Lathrup Village, (248) 559 9099. Numer- ous dishes of this popular Middle-Eastern restaurant are not found in many dining spots of its type.The diversified menu also includes all traditional items as per Old World recipes.The various exotic cocktails made at the juice bar from fruits and vegeta- bles are available seven days a week. FARMINGTON HILLS Cafe Cortina, 30715 W.Ten Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, (248) 474-3033.The romantic setting and elegant homemade \ food have made this one of the metropolitan Detroit region's most wanted Italian ris- torante. Family recipes are graciously pre- sented by the staff of owner Rina Tonon and general manager, son Adrian. Its private Gar- den Room, with adjacent patio for appetizers and hors d'oeuvres, is used for private events. Cafe Cortina is a recipient of the coveted DiRoNa award for its "excellence in OAK PARK Bread Basket Deli, 10 1/2 Mile and Green- field, Lincoln Shopping Center, Oak Park, (248) 968-0022.The bread is double-baked and sandwiches are so thick that many peo- ple eat half in the restaurant and have the other to take home with them. It is a favorite for breakfast, lunch, dinner and after- theater, with a children's menu featured along with party trays. It is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. IN MARKET STREET SHOPPES 29400 NORTHWESTERN HWY. • SOUTHFIELD (248) 358 - 0344 "The Simone Vitale Band is an assurance of a great evening... One of the hottest bands in town." Danny Raskin, Jewish News "Royal Oak band leader extraordinaire Simone Vitale..." Bob Talbert, Detroit Free Press • Weddings • Anniversaries • Private/Corporate Parties • Bar/Bat Mitzvahs Call Simone for the best personal service in town, with an exciting night of dancing and fun at your party. 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