Dining Guide
Families...
(A weekly advertising feature)
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
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.
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 the Vineyards 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
Lelli's of Detroit, 7618 Woodward Ave.,
Detroit, (313) 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
accompanied by a light menu for those
watching their food intake.
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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.
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Yad Ezra provides kosher food packages to 1,000 families .
every month. The families helped by Yad Ezra include:
the elderly
working poor
disabled
single parents
new Americans
those in emergency situations.
With your help, all families in our community can enjoy a
nutritious and satisfying meal.
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A weekday meal for 3 small families
$ 18.00
A Holiday meal for 4 small families
$ 36.00
A Shabbat meal for 5 small families
50.00
A Holiday meal for 4 large families
$ 72.00
A year of Holiday meals for 1 family
$ 10502%0
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A year of Holiday meals for 2 families
$ 200.00
A year of Shabbat meals for 1 small family
$ 500.00
Enclosed is my check in the amount of
as a tax deductible contribution to Yad Ezra-to help feed the
Jewish hungry. Your contribution is eligible for a 50% Michigan Tax Credit
(subject to certain limitations).
Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Phone
Make checks payable to Yad Ezra or
charge your contribution to your VISA/Mastercard or Discover.
(Minimum suggested donation - $18.00)
Card No.
Exp.Date
Signature
Name
Mail to: 26641 Harding ■ Oak Park, MI 48237
Tributes and Memorials available.
YAD EZRA
feeddy tie Tew&fit Hwy
For more information
call 248-548-3663
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
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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.
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