Ilk1111\1011kWk,111k,N111Wilk AINIIIIk."1.11k1W1k,111kAlik,111k,IN/ Op Op Of% Of% Op Of% Of% Of% Of% Op Op Op Op Of% Of% Op Op Op Of% Op Op Op Dining Guide MOTHER'S ; DAY • • • • • • • 4111. 410 Sunday, May 9th aor Open from 11.00 am to 8:00 pm 4•10 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. • AND 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. . From 11:00 to 2:00 Adults: $22.50 Children: $15.95 SOUTHFIELD • • 40, 410 • • — - • • • Eurasian ••• s flavor!" "Euras ohn Tanasychuk . efroit Free Press FusionC uisine ORCHARD LAKE 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. Featuring Our Fabulous Dinner Menu 411I ■ Excalibur Restaurant, Banquet & Convention Center • 28875 & 28847 Franklin Rd. Southfield, MI 48034 248.358.3355 • FAX 248.358.3227 ♦Op Os ♦ Op Os %Is %1 ♦ us Is us ♦ , %Os Of ♦ • ♦ 0 00 00 ♦ 0 00 ♦Is ♦I♦ %Is %Oi Bread Basket Deli, 10 1/2 Mile and Green- The Sheik, 4189 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard From 2:00 to 8:00 • • OAK PARK 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. Mother's Day Dinner Brunch Buffet Ceotet - DA:1Aft Lt tit, AMC Ch4 Cetti bet, sbrrm - thsitt, tnest enecttive Cileftra, Ashes, 1.4.sittra, ev CanbUtrettibet h ihremateettl, cAvoipec4h,Ach4 Open daily for dinner 4771 Haggerty Rd. at Pontiac Trail in Westwind Lake Mall • West Bloomfield (248) 624-6109 Ammonsualsomeemm. 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 Oxperiesice Me Magic ALL ABOUT CRUISES INCORPORATED AMERICA'S AWARD WINNING CRUISE AGENCY 2 for 1 Cruise SPECIALS...20-70% ON 1999 CRUISES! 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