Dining Guide
AUBURN HILLS
Lelli's of Auburn Hills, 885 Opdyke
Road,Auburn Hills, (248) 373-4440.The
second of Lelli's traditionally fine Italian ris-
torantes is located across from the Silver-
dome. Besides elegant surrounds, it fea-
tures 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 standbys people enjoy having
around.The Italian and American menu is
what you would expect from a family oper-
ation which has gathered much confidence
with its consistency in food preparation.
Chicken, ribs, round and square pizza, fiF.h,
salads, pasta, chicken parmesan and other
favorites, are served seven days for kinch
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 oper-
ation open seven days a week. Desserts
include Steve Romanik Brownies and
Carnegie Deli-type cheesecakes.
DETROIT
Lelli's of Detroit, 76 I 8 Woodward Ave.,
Detroit, (313) 871-1590. Many generations
have been served at this Italian dining tradi-
tion, which has been in operation 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.
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 metropoli-
tan Detroit region's most wanted Italian
ristorante. Family recipes are graciously
presented by the staff of owner Rina Tonon
and general manager, son Adrian. Its private
Garden 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 distinguished dining" with
dishes from Italy's Veneto region.
Hakata, 32443 Northwestern Hwy., Farm-
ington Hills, (248) 737-7220. The interesting
experience received when enjoying Japan-
ese food is coupled with flavorful delight.
This is always apparent when authenticity
reveals much knowledge in such ethnic din-
ing. Hakata's sushi bar, private dining Tatimi
rooms and open dining rooms are gracious
attributes seven days a week. Exotic cock-
tails, Japanese wines and beers are also fea-
tured.
Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Muse-
urn, 31005 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington
Hills, (248) 626-5020.There's fun every-
where 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 maga-
zine 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
Northwestern Hwy., Farmington Hills,
(248) 855-9463. Now that owner Ron
Asmar has added Nibbles and Nuts at the
Vineyards to his stable, he makes his setup
an even more diversified operation.Tradi-
tional Jewish dishes prepared by Shirlee
Bloom in her own separate kitchen, home-
made sandwiches (rollups and others,) sal-
ads and a host of wanted food are enjoyed
at booths and tables. Everything is available
for carry-out and tray catering. Outside
catering by Shirlee Bloom is popular for
events in homes, offices and halls.
LATHRUP VILLAGE
La Fendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Land-
ing, Lathrup Village, (248) 559 9099.
Numerous 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 vegetables are available seven days a
week.
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OAK PARK
Bread Basket Deli, 10 1/2 Mile and
Greenfield, Lincoln Shopping Center, Oak
Park, (248) 968-0022.The bread is double-
baked and sandwiches are so thick that
many people eat half in the restaurant and
have the other to take home with them. It
is a favorite for breakfast, lunch, dinner and
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