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Dining Guide
UBURN HILLS
of Auburn Hills, 885 Opdyke Road,Auburn
Ils, (248) 373-4440.The second of Lelli's traditionally
e Italian ristorantes is located across from the Silver-
me. Besides elegant surrounds, it features the same
cellent food served by the Lelli family since 1939.
servations are accepted for any day except Saturday.
lar Middle-Eastern restaurant are not found in many
potato salad, tole slaw, and more. Star's lox is cut by
dining spots of its type.The diversified menu also
hand. Beautiful trays are a standout.
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.
OAK PARK
Bread Basket Deli, 10 1/2 Mile Rd. & Greenfield,
ERKLEY
la, 4033 W. 12 Mile Road, Berkley, (248) 548-
50.There is nothing like a consistently depend-
:: family neighborhood restaurant.The Italian
id American menu is one that evokes much confi-
ance in casual dining.The chicken, ribs, round and
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ware pizzas, fish, salad, pasta, etc., are served
?.ven days a week for lunch and dinner. Everything
also available for carry-out.
LOOMFIELD HILLS
teve's Deli, 6646 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills,
48) 932-0800. Chicken soup, corned beef and
' asted turkeys are available for dining in or carry-
t in this NewYork-type restaurant open seven
ys a week.Among its desserts are Carnegie Deli-
le cheesecakes and Steve Romanik brownies.
ETROIT
elli's of Detroit, 76 I 8 Woodward, Detroit, (313)
1-1590. Lelli's has been an Italian favorite since
939, with traditional dishes served daily.The varied
enus of Italian specialties provide regular and light
esentations by the Lelli family.
Oak Park, (248) 968-0022. Ranked among the top
delicatessen-restaurants in the Midwest. Former
Detroiters who now live in various parts of the
country also extoll the many virtues of this great
favorite with its huge sandwiches, double-baked
bread, children's menu, breakfast, lunch, dinner and
after-theater. It is open Monday through Sunday, 10
a.m. to 9 p.m. and for carry-out Friday and Saturday,
9 p.m. to I I p.m. A smoke-free restaurant
ORCHARD LAKE
The Sheik, 4189 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard
Lake, (248) 865-0000. Menu attractions of Middle-
eastern and Lebanese dining are featured along with
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.
Mai Thai, 6635 Orchard Lake Road,West Bloom-
many that have originated at this restaurant.Tradi-
tional specialties present a variety of tastes from
lunch and dinner seven days a week.
Bagel Deli, 6088 West Maple,West Bloomfield,
(248) 85 I -9666. There are some tables now for
the traditional foods made by Rose Guttman, but
the primary home-cooked selections are for carry-
out purposes. It has always been noted as the home
of hand-cut belly lox and smoked fish, but party
trays also play a very important role, deli and dairy.
Big Daddy's Parthenon, 6199 Orchard Lake Road,
ing favorite for celebrities, personalities and notables
from the worlds of entertainment, sports and politics,
Tommy Salad, Greek specialties, lamb chops, etc. Live
Hoa Kow, 4301 Orchard Lake Road,West Bloomfield,
32832 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak, (248) 554-8600.
(248) 932-2133. Cantonese, Szechuan and Mandarin
This is more than your usual Coney Island spot.
dishes are expertly prepared by Hong Kong chefs
Greek specialties like juicy lamb chops and varied
whose dexerity in preparations are authentically pre-
styles of lamb are combined with Coney Island
sented. However, the large amount of whitefish served
is an amazing statistic.Whitefish is prepared 15 differ-
rafe Cortina, 30715 W. 10 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills,
restaurants are owned by Rick Rogow and Tom
'Z48) 474-3033. Family recipes, homemade and gra-
Peristeris of Big Daddy's Parthenon, and partners
used for private events. Dishes prepared in Cafe
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:ortina's kitchen are from Italy's Veneto region, and
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ave been recognized by many national magazines.
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iakata, 32443 Northwestern Hwy., Farmington
ills, (248) 737-7220. Enjoying Japanese food is always
SOUTHFIELD
Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, Southfield, (248)
358-3355. Fine dining takes on an added dimension
ocktails, Japanese wines and beers also available.
larvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum,
1005 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, (248)
among the favored,gourmet-like dishes that make this
a specialized delicatessen-restaurant Traditional home-
made Jewish foods are combined with expected deli
fare for much eating goodness. It is open Mondays
through Saturdays for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Spe-
cialties also include outside catering and party trays.
.ecords has featured its accomplishments. Lunch and
Northwestern Hwy., Southfield, (248) 358-1700. Greek
ames, antiques, nostalgic posters, flying miniature
irplanes, entertainment attractions, pinball
nachines, etc. It is open seven days a week.
Mai Tai, 6635 Orchard Lake Road.,West Bloomfield,
Traditional taste buds will enjoy the variety of prepa-
' 4,-5020. One magazine said that there was no
ace like it in the country.The Guiness Book of
nacks are available with table seating amidst vido
restaurant Cocktails and wine are served as well as
juice bar favorites. They are open seven days a week
through Thursdays; the Warren Commission with
(248) 352-4940. Veal marsala and veal parmesan are
Little Daddy's Parthenon & Coney Island, 29649
food favorites are offered, including the popular Coney
Island hotdogs with chili and chopped onions or chili
on a bun with chopped onions.These and other Amer-
ican delights are what had Detroiters and suburban-
rations from very spicy to spicy to medium to mild
Parthenon House, 5586 Drake Road,West
Bloomfield, (248) 737-8600. Banquets and parties for
all occasions are booked into this popular hall with
its 300-person capacity.The diversified menus are
custom made with no charge for services which
usually come with separate costs.
Bloomfield, (248) 626-8585. Creative dishes make
this a different type of gourmet-style Oriental dining
experience that is easily recognized by aficionados.
and served seven days a week.This is one of the few
a vast variety from which to choose.
Highway, Southfield, (248) 358-0344. Noted for its
Stage & Co., 6873 Orchard Lake Road,West
side catering highlights the same elegant cuisine as
ecomes much more than just a cafe and catering
`l etup. Homemade salads, sandwiches and entrees are
vailable at booths and tables. Everything can also be
:otten for carry-out and tray catering. Shirlee
loom's outside catering is popular for all occasions.
THRUP VILLAGE
_a Fendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Landing, Lathrup
(248) 559 9099. Numerous dishes of this popu-
Bloomfield, (248) 855-6622. Stage & Co. and Stage
Delicatessen are the same.The present one on
Jewish traditional dishes along with good deli-
catessen favorites. When its original counterpart,
terms of volume. Star is just a little place, with little
room to move about when crowded. Homemade
taste has also been one of the trademarks for its
success. Fat-free and regular tuna salad, egg salad,
Open till 10 pm
Orchard Lake Road features favored homemade
Star Deli, 24555 W. 12 Mile Road, Southfield, (248)
352-7377.This is acclaimed as one of the best little
Deli • Dining • Catering
Serving the Pinegt
Jewish Delicatessen
since 1962
restaurants that specialize in Dim Sum at lunch, with
served in the restaurant
carry-out only delicatessens in America. For sure in
Stage & Co.
The Hong Kong cooking preparations are authentic
Ristorante Di Modesta, 19400 Northwestern
a choice wine list, with fine dining excellence. Out-
And as Always...A perfect
Corned Beef Sandwich!
Shangri-La, 6407 Orchard Lake Road,West
ites traveling to downtown Detroit years back
!sing only kosher products in her separate kitchen, it
YOUR Stage Favorites
with Light-Sized
Portions & Prices
After 9 Nightly
restaurant open seven days.
fineyards Cafe & Catering, 32418 Northwestern
varied Italian menu, featured are many favorites and
After Theatre
Menu
at both lunch and dinner. A casual and pleasant
Flwy., Farmington Hills, (248) 855-9463.This is a
'many-faceted type of operation.With the addition of
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":;bbles and Nuts at the Vineyards, to go along with
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raditional Jewish dishes prepared by Shirlee Bloom,
Now Appearing
By Popular Demand!
ditional delights and many not seen at any other
(248) 626-63I3.The Thai dishes served are authentic
Gateway Deli, 21745 W. II Mile Road, Southfield,
ooms.A seven-day-a-week operation with exotic
diversified Middle-eastern menu that includes all tra-
with a number of them originating at this restaurant
songstress Suzie Marsh, Friday and Saturday evenings.
I's sushi bar, private tatami rooms and open dining
668-1800.01d World recipes are responsible for the
Billy Rose Quartet plays for dancing Tuesdays
delight because of its flavorful variety and polite
fi ning and this is what people get when visiting Haka-
La Fendi, 6123 Haggerty, West Bloomfield, (248)
with its menu ranging from regional to contintental.
resentation.You can't beat authenticity in Japanese
(248) 851-9666
Fax: (248) 851-5698
entertainment is Thursday and Friday. Next door ban-
ent ways, with about 1,000 pounds sold every week
(ith adjacent patio for appetizers and hors d'oeuvres,
6088 W. Maple at Farmington Rd.
West Bloomfield
this dining phonomenon never seems to quiet down. If
anything, it is bigger now than ever, with award-winning
Little Daddy's Parthenon & Coney Island,
Probert of the Chicago Blackhawks.
• 10 Person Minimum
• With Coupon Only
• Expires 7-8-99
West Bloomfield, (248) 737-8600. Always a Greek din-
and carry-out.This and the other Little Daddy's
erard-winning dining experience. Its Garden Room
OUR GREAT
DAIRY & DELI TRAYS
INCLUDING ROSE'S
HOMEMADE SOUR
CREAM NUT CAKE
those who would have bagel and coffee or many of
quet facilities accommodates around 300.
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very spicy to spicy and medium to mild at both
ROYAL OAK
Daren McCarty of the Detroit Red Wings, and Bob
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field. (248) 626-6313.Authentic Thai dishes include
favorites in an attractive restaurant for casual dining
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: ' bis intimately elegant but casual Italian ristorante an
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WEST BLOOMFIELD
ARMINGTON HILLS
ously served in a romantic atmosphere have made
Featuring Rose's
Homemade Traditional
Jewish Food
Fri/Sat until 11 pm
248.855.6622
"On the Boardwalk"
Stage Deli in Oak Park, opened years before, its
menu did not include many items that are now
obtainable.The separate carry-out department is
chock full of goodness. Liquor service is available.
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