Dining Guide
TOB ITOONNE S DE
LIS!
AUBURN HILLS
LATHRUP VILLAGE
Lelli's of Auburn Hills, 885 Opdyke Road,Auburn
La Fendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Landing, Lathrup
(248) 373-4440.The second of Lelli's traditional-
ular Middle-Eastern restaurant are not found in many
Silverdome. Besides elegant surrounds, it features the
dining spots of its type.The diversified menu also
same excellent food served by the Lelli family since
includes all traditional items as per Old World
1939. Reservations are accepted for any day except
Saturday.
recipes.The various exotic cocktails made at the
Sila, 4033 W. 12 Mile Road, Berkley, (248) 548-
3650.There is nothing like a consistently depend-
able family neighborhood restaurant.The Italian
-Dand American menu is one that evokes much confi-
dence in casual dining.The chicken, ribs, round and
square pizzas, fish, salad, pasta, etc., are served
roasted turkeys are available for dining in or carry-
out in this New York-type restaurant open seven
-7 -days
a week.Among its desserts are Carnegie Deli-
style cheesecakes and Steve Romanik brownies.
DETROIT
Lelli's of Detroit, 7618 Woodward, Detroit, (3 I 3)
871-1590. Lelli's has been an Italian favorite since
1939, with traditional dishes served daily.The varied
menus of Italian specialties provide regular and light
presentations by the Lelli family.
FARMINGTON HILLS
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Cafe Cortina, 30715 W. 10 Mile Rd., Farmington
Oak Park, (248) 968-0022. Still ranked among the
country extoll the many virtues of this great favorite
ORCHARD LAKE
individual pita breads that are served hot from an
open hearth. Many of the dining favorites are guard-
ed family recipes not found elsewhere. Outside
catering is available for anything on the menu.
ROYAL OAK
Little Daddy's Parthenon & Coney Island,
32832 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak, (248) 554-8600.
These are much more than Coney Island opera-
tions. Both Greek specialties and Coney Island
favorites are combined in these attractive restau-
made this intimately elegant but casual Italian ris-
ownership of Rick Rogow &Tom Peristeris of Big
torante an award-winning dining experience. Its Gar-
Daddy's Parthenon, and Daren McCarty, Detroit Red
den Room with adjacent patio for appetizers and
Wings, and Bob Probert, Chicago Blackhawks.
SOUTHFIELD
Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, Southfield, (248)
358-3355. Fine dining takes on an added dimension
with its menu ranging from regional to contintental.
Hills, (248) 737-7220. Enjoying Japanese food is
Billy Rose Quartet plays for dancing Tuesdays
always a delight because of its flavorful variety and
through Thursdays; the Warren Commission with
polite presentation.You can't beat authenticity in
songstress Suzie Marsh, Friday and Saturday
evenings.
Japanese dining and this is what people get when
visiting Hakata's sushi bar, private tatami rooms
and open dining rooms. A seven-day-a-week oper-
ation with exotic cocktails, Japanese wines and
beers also available.
Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum,
/ —31005 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, (748)
626-5020. One magazine said that there was no
place like it in the country.The Guiness Book of
Records has featured its accomplishments. Lunch and
snacks are available with table seating amidst vido
games, antiques, nostalgic posters, flying miniature
airplanes, entertainment attractions, pinball
machines, etc. It is open seven days a week.
Vineyards Cafe & Catering, 32418 Northwest-
ern Hwy., Farmington Hills, (248) 855-9463.This is
many-faceted type of operation.With the addi-
tion of Nibbles and Nuts at the Vineyards, to go
along with traditional Jewish dishes prepared by
352-7377
Lake, (248) 865-0000. Menu attractions of Middle-
rants for casual dining and carry-out. Little Daddy's
Hakata, 32443 Northwestern Hwy., Farmington
a.
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eastern and Lebanese dining are featured along with
Parthenon & Coney Island restaurants are under the
Veneto region, and have been recognized by many
national magazines.
• Not Good Holidays
• 10 Person Minimum
DELIVERY AVAILABLE
24555 W. 12 MILE, Just West of Telegraph, Southfield
10 p.m. and is a 100% smoke-free restaurant.
The Sheik, 4189 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard
5 OFF
STAR DELI
dren's menu, breakfast, lunch, dinner and after-the-
Hills, (248) 474-3033. Family recipes, homemade and
hors d'oeuvres, is used for private events. Dishes
• Expires 12-31-99
• One Per Custom
Detroiters who now live in various parts of the
graciously served in a romantic atmosphere have
prepared in Cafe Cortina's kitchen are from Italy's
Meat Tray $5.90 per person
Dairy Tray $10.50 per person $
top delicatessen-restaurants in the Midwest. Former
ater. It is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to
WE CUT
OUR LOX
BY
HAND!
OUR TRAYS CAN'T BE BEAT
FOR QUALITY & PRICE!
Bread Basket Deli, 10 1/2 Mile Rd. & Greenfield,
BLOOMFIELD HILLS
EVERYBODY KNOWS
WE HAVE THE FINEST
HOMEMADE TUNA
IN TOWN! REGULAR
OR FAT-FREE!
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OAK PARK
with its huge sandwiches, double-baked bread, chil-
(248) 932-0800. Chicken soup, corned beef and
OUR POTATO SALAD
AND COLE SLAW
CAN'T BE BEAT!
juice bar from fruits and vegetables are available
seven days a week.
seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Everything
is also available for carry-out.
Steve's Deli, 6646 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills,
YOU'LL ENJOY
OUR GREAT
HOMEMADE
GOODNESS!
Village, (248) 559 9099. Numerous dishes of this pop-
ly fine Italian ristorantes is located across from the
BERKLEY
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FAMILY ITALIAN DINING & PIZZA
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"RATED #1 BY THE ONES WHO COUNT— OUR CUSTOMERS"
4033 W. 12 MILE,,3 Blks. E. of Greenfield, Berkley
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SQUARE PIZZA
ROUND PIZZA
HOMEMADE GARLIC BREAD SMALL OR LARGE SMALL - MED - LARGE I
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1 COUPON PER TABLE • ONLY ONE COUPON PER PURCHASE • NO SEPARATE CHECKS
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548-3650
Excellent Thai Food As You Like It ... Extra Mild, Mild, Medium, Spicy and Extra SpiCy
Gateway Deli, 21745 W 11 Mile Road, Southfield,
(248) 352-4940. Veal marsala and veal parmesan are
among the favored gourmet-like dishes that make
Rated *** by Detroit News
this a specialized delicatessen-restaurant.Traditional
homemade Jewish foods are combined with expect-
ed deli fare for much eating goodness. It is open
Mondays through Saturdays for breakfast, lunch and
dinner. Specialties also include outside catering and
party trays.
Little Daddy's Parthenon & Coney Island, 29649
Northwestern Hwy., Southfield, (248) 358-1700.
Ristorante Di Modesta, 19400 Northwestern
Highway, Southfield, (248) 358-0344. Noted for its
varied Italian menu, featured are many favorites and
Lunch Specials
from $
4 95
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includes
soup &
rice
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0635 Orchard Lake Road at Maple • Old Orchard Shopping Center • 626.6313
a choice wine list, with fine dining excellence. Out-
side catering highlights the same elegant cuisine as
served in the restaurant.
Shirlee Bloom, using only kosher products in her
Star Deli, 24555 W. 12 Mile Road, Southfield, (248)
separate kitchen, it becomes much more than just
352-7377.This is acclaimed as one of the best little
a cafe and catering setup. Homemade salads, sand-
carry-out only delicatessens in America. For sure in
wiches and entrees are available at booths and
terms of volume. Star is just a little place, with little
tables. Everything can also be gotten for carry-out
room to move about when crowded. Homemade
and tray catering. Shirlee Bloom's outside catering
is popular for all occasions.
taste has also been one of the trademarks for its
success. Fat-free and regular tuna salad, egg salad,
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