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AUBURN HILLS
LeIli's ofAuburn Hills, 885 Opdyke Road,
Auburn Hills, (248) 373-4440.The second of LeIli's
traditionally fine Italian ristorantes 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
standbys people enjoy having around.The Italian
and American menu is what you would expect
from a family operation which has gathered much
confidence with its consistency in food prepara-
tion. Chicken, ribs, round and square pizza, fish,
salads, pasta, chicken parmesan and other
favorites, are served seven days for lunch and din-
ner. A private banquet area is also available.
BLOOMFIELD HILLS
Steve's Deli, 6646 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield
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 NewYork style restaurant
operation open seven days a week. Desserts
include Steve Romanik Brownies and Carnegie
Deli-type cheesecakes.
DETROIT
LeIli's of Detroit, 7618 Woodward Ave., Detroit,
(313) 871-1590. Many generations have been
served at this Italian dining tradition, 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., Farm-
ington Hills, (248) 474-3033.The romantic set-
ting and elegant homemade food have made this
one of the metropolitan Detroit region's most
wanted Italian ristorante. Family recipes are gra-
ciously presented by the staff of owner Rina
Tonon and general manager, son Adrian. Its pri-
vate Garden Room, with adjacent patio for
appetizers and hors d'oeuvres, is used for pri-
vate 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., Farming-
ton Hills, (248) 737-7220.The interesting expe-
rience received when enjoying Japanese food is
coupled with flavorful delight.This is always
apparent when authenticity reveals much
knowledge in such ethnic dining. Hakata's sushi
bar. privai- .2 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, Farmington 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, nos-
talgic 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.
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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 stable, he makes
his setup an even more diversified operation.Tra-
ditional Jewish dishes prepared by Shirlee Bloom
in her own separate kitchen, homemade sand-
wiches (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. Outside catering by Shirlee Bloom is
popular for events in homes, offices and halls.
LATHRUP VILLAGE
La Fendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Landing,
Lathrup Village, (248) 559 9099. Numerous
dishes of this popular Middle-Eastern restau-
rant are not found in many dining spots of its
type.The diversified menu also includes all tra-
ditional 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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$22.50
Children:
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Lake, (248) 865-0000.The interesting array of
Mideastern and Lebanese dining attractions are
featured along with small individual pita breads
that are served directly from an open hearth.
Many of the standbys are together with recipes
that include favorites not gotten everywhere.
Off-premise catering is available along with the
dine-in specialties.
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field, Lincoln Shopping Center, Oak Park, (248)
968-0022.The bread is double-baked and sand-
wiches 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 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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Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, Southfield,
(248) 358-3355.With its menu ranging from
regional to continental, and including bar-b-q ribs
made famous by the late Frank Sinatra when he
appeared in the Detroit area, fine dining takes
on added dimensions at this northwest favorite.
Billy Rose Quartet appears for dancing Tuesdays
through Thursdays; and the Warren Commission
with Suzie Marsh is Friday and Saturday
evenings.The Excalibur Banquet & Convention
behind the restaurant, seats up to 400 people.
Gateway Deli, 21745 W. 1 I Mile Road, Harvard
Row. Southfield, (248) 352-4940. Gourmet dish-
es are featured at this specialized delicatessen-
restaurant owned by Peter Bershaj, formerly of
Larco's.Veal marsala and veal parmesan are
among the Italian favorites that are combined
with familiar traditional homemade Jewish food
Mondays through Saturdays. Breakfast, lunch, din-
ner, party trays, outside catering.
Ristorante Di Modesta, 19400 Northwest-
ern Highway, Southfield, (248) 358-0344.This
fine dining stalwart, located in the Market
Street Shoppes, is noted for its varied Italian
menu that features many traditional favorites
and a choice wine list. It is also acclaimed for
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