Dining Guide rants are under the ownership of Rick Rogow & Tom Peristeris of Big Daddy's Parthenon, and Daren McCarty, Detroit Red Wings, and Bob Probert, Chicago Blackhawks. SOUTHFIELD Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, South- field, (248) 358-3355. Fine dining takes on an added dimension with its menu ranging from regional to contintental. Billy Rose Quartet plays for dancing Tuesdays through Thursdays; the Warren Commission with songstress Suzie Marsh, Friday and Saturday evenings. Gateway Deli, 21745 W. I I Mile Road, Southfield, (248) 352-4940. Veal marsala and veal parmesan are among the favored gourmet-like dishes that make this a special- ized delicatessen-restaurant. Traditional homemade Jewish foods are combined with expected deli fare for much eating good- ness. 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., South- field, (248) 358-1700. Ristorante Di Modesta, 19400 North- western Highway, Southfield, (248) 358- 0344. Noted for its varied Italian menu, featured are many favorites and a choice wine list, with fine dining excellence. Out- side catering highlights the same elegant cuisine as served in the restaurant. Star Deli, 24555 W. 12 Mile Road, South- field, (248) 352-7377.This is acclaimed as one of the best little carry-out only deli- catessens in America. For sure in 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, potato salad, tole slaw, and more. Star's lox is cut by hand. Beautiful trays are a standout. Voted One of Michigan Truly Authentic Italian Restaurants rtina AWARD OF EXCELLENCE Private Garden Room or Fireside Setting for t parties, receptions, wedding rehearsals, showers, bar mitzvahs, business meetings • Seating up to 200 people • WEST BLOOMFIELD 30715 W. TEN MILE RD. Mai Thai, 6635 Orchard Lake Road, West (Just East of Orchard Lake Rd.) 2480474 *3033 is Distinto Italian° CATERING WE CAN DO SOMETHING FABULOUS FOR THAT SPECIAL EVENT DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE 7/16 1999 by VS A Little Bit Of New York Right Here In Bloomfield Hills LET US TAKE CARE OF THE FOOD! HOME OR OFFICE, ANY OCCASIONS, SHIVAS, NO NOTICE NEEDED! 6646 Telegraph at Maple • Bloomfield Plaza • 248 -932-0800 102 Detroit Jewish News Bloomfield. (248) 626-63 I 3. Authentic Thai dishes include many that have originated at this restaurant.Traditional specialties pre- sent a variety of tastes from very spicy to spicy and medium to mild at both lunch and dinner seven days a week. Bagel Deli, 6088 West Maple,West Bloomfield, (248) 85I-9666.There are some tables now for those who would have bagel and coffee or many of the tradi- tional 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, 6I 99 Orchard Lake Road,West Bloomfield, (248) 737-8600. Always a Greek dining favorite for celebrities, personalities and notables from the worlds of entertainment, sports and politics, this dining phonomenon never seems to quiet down. If anything, it is bigger now than ever, with award-winning Tommy Salad, Greek special- ties, lamb chops, etc. Live entertainment is Thursday and Friday. Next door banquet facilities accommodates around 300. Hoa Kow, 4301 Orchard Lake Road,West Bloomfield, (248) 932-3133. Cantonese, Szechuan and Mandarin dishes are expertly prepared by Hong Kong chefs whose dexerity in preparations are authentically presented. However, the large amount of whitefish served is an amazing statistic. Whitefish is prepared 15 different ways, with about 1,000 pounds sold every week. La Fendi, 6123 Haggerty, West Bloom- field, (248) 668-1800. Old World recipes are responsible for the diversified Middle- eastern menu that includes all traditional delights and many not seen at any other restaurant. Cocktails and wine are served as well as juice bar favorites. They are open seven days a week. Mai Tai, 6635 Orchard Lake Road.,West Bloomfield, (248) 626-63 I 3.The Thai dishes served are authentic with a number of them originating at this restaurant.Traditional taste buds will enjoy the variety of prepara- tions from very spicy to spicy to medium to mild at both lunch and dinner. A casual and pleasant restaurant open seven days. Parthenon House, 5586 Drake Road, West Bloomfield, (248) 737-8600. Ban- quets 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. Shangri-La, 6407 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, (248) 626-8585. Creative dishes make this a different type of gourmet-style Oriental dining experience that is easily recognized by aficionados.The Hong Kong cooking preparations are authentic and served seven days a week. This is one of the few restaurants that spe- cialize in Dim Sum at lunch, with a vast variety from which to choose . Stage & Co., 6873 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, (248) 855-6622. Stage & Co. and Stage Delicatessen are the same.The present one on Orchard Lake Road features favored homemade Jewish traditional dishes along with good deli- catessen favorites. When its original counterpart, Stage Deli in Oak Park, opened years before, its menu did not include many items that are now obtain- able. The separate carry-out department is chock full of goodness. Liquor service is available. The Dining Guide is a weekly advertising feature.