Dining Guide Dinner: Tues-Fri • Lunch: Mon-Fri Available Weekends for private parties AUBURN HILLS LeIIi's of Auburn Hills, 885 Opdyke Road, Auburn Hills, (248) 373-4440.The second of Lelli's traditionally fine Italian ristorantes is located across from the Pontiac Silverdome. Besides elegant surroundings, it features the same excellent food served by the Lelli family since 1939. Reservations are accepted for any evening except Saturday. tional Jewish dishes prepared by Shirlee Bloom, using only kosher products in her sep- arate kitchen, makes it much more than just a cafe and catering setup. Homemade salads, sandwiches and entrees are available at booths and tables. Everything can also be gotten for carry-out and tray catering. Shirlee Bloom's outside catering is popular for all occasions. Sila, 4033 W. 12 Mile Road, Berkley, (248) 548- 3650.There is nothing like a consistently dependable neighborhood family restaurant. The Italian and American menu is one that evokes much confidence in casual dining.The chicken, ribs, round and square pizzas, fish, salad, pasta, etc. are served seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Everything is also avail- able for carry-out. BLOOMFIELD HILLS Steve's Deli, 6646 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, (248) 932-0800. Award-winning chicken soup, corned beef, fresh roasted turkey, sand- wiches, salads and traditional dishes. Party trays and catering a specialty in this New York- style deli. Carnegie Deli cheesecake and Steve's Brownies are among the desserts. Lathrup Village, (248) 559 9099. Numerous dish- es at this popular Middle-Eastern restaurant are not found in many dining spots of its type.The diversified menu also 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. & Green- field, Oak Park, (248) 968-0022. Ranked among the top delicatessen-restaurants in the Mid- west. Former Detroiters who now live in vari- ous parts of the country also extoll the many virtues of this great favorite with its huge sand- wiches, double-baked bread, children's menu, breakfast, lunch, dinner and after-theater. It is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and for carry-out Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. A smoke-free restaurant. DETROIT ORCHARD LAKE Lelli's of Detroit, 7618 Woodward, Detroit, (313) 871- I 590. Lelli's has been an Italian favorite since 1939, with traditional dishes served daily.The varied menus of Italian spe- cialties provide regular and light presentations by the Lelli family. FARMINGTON HILLS - The Sheik, 4189 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard Lake, (248) 865-0000. Menu attrac- dons 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 guarded family recipes not found elsewhere. Outside catering is available for anything on the menu. Cafe Cortina, 30715 W. 10 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, (248) 474-3033. Family recipes, homemade and graciously served in a romantic atmosphere have made this intimately elegant but casual Ital- ian ristorante an award-winning dining experi- ence. Its Garden Room with adjacent patio for appetizers and hors d'oeuvres, is used for private events. Dishes prepared in Cafe Cortina's kitchen are from Italy's Veneto region, and have been recognized by many national magazines. Desert Sands, 29222 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, (248) 855-1122. Middle-East- ern dining is featured by Hassan Bazzi, former maitre d' at the Original Sheik in downtown Detroit. Daily specials at lunch and dinner. Full menu carryout with catering available. Com- plete liquor service. Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum, 31005 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, (248) 626-5020. One magazine said that there was no place like it in the country.The Guin- ness Book of Records has featured its accom-: plishments. Lunch and snacks are available with table seating amidst vido games, antiques, nos- talgic posters, flying miniature airplanes, enter- tainment attractions, pinball machines, etc. It is open seven days a week. Vineyards Cafe & Catering, 32418 North- western Hwy., Farmington Hills, (248) 855- 9463.This is a many-faceted type of operation. Nibbles and Nuts at the Vineyards, and tradi- thru October, '99 LATHRUP VILLAGE La Fendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Landing, BERKLEY Enjoy 20% off total food bill with dinners only (Tues-Fri) with this ad SOUTHFIELD Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, Southfield, (248) 358-3355. Fine dining takes on an added dimension with its menu ranging from regional to contintental.The Billy Rose Quartet plays for dancing Tuesdays through Fridays; the Gary Rose Quartet is Saturday evenings. 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 this a special- ized delicatessen-restaurant. Traditional home- made Jewish foods are combined with expect- ed deli fare for much eating goodness. It is open Mondays through Saturdays for break- fast, lunch and dinner. Specialties also include outside catering and party trays. Ristorante Di Modesta, 19400 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, (248) 358-0344. Noted for its varied Italian menu, featured are many favorites and a choice wine list, with fine dining excellence. Outside catering highlights the same elegant cuisine served in the restaurant. Star Deli, 24555 W 12 Mile Road, Southfield, (248) 352-7377.This is acclaimed as one of the best little carry-out only delicatessens in Ameri- ca. 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