Dining Guide
DINING GUIDE from page 100
type of operation. Nibbles and Nuts at the
Vineyards, and traditional Jewish dishes pre-
pared by Shirlee Bloom, using only kosher
products in her separate kitchen, makes it
much more than just a cafe and catering
set*Homemade salads, sandwiches and
ares:available at booths and tables.
tan also be gotten for carry-out
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LATHRUP VILLAGE
La Fendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup Landing,
lathrup Village, (248) 559 9099. Numerous
dishes at this popular Middle-Eastern restau-
. .rant are not found in many dining spots of its
rs teedmenu also includes all tra-
er,Old Wc:trld recipes.The
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from fruits and Vegetables are available seven
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tions of Middle-Eastern and Lebanese dining
are featttred-alongwith individual pita breads
that are se'rs4a 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.
SOUTHFIELD
Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, Southfield,
(248) 358-3355. Fine dining takes on an added
dimension with its menu ranging from regional
to continental.The Billy Rose Quartet plays
for dancing Tuesdays through Fridays; the Gary
Rose Quartet is Saturday evenings.
Gateway Deli, 21745W. 11 Mile Road,
Harvard Row, Southfield, (248) 352-4940. Veal
marsala and veal parmesan are among the
favored gourmet-like dishes that make this a
specialized delicatessen-restaurant Traditional
homemade Jewish foods are combined with
expected 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.
Ristorante Di Modesto, 19400
Northwestern Highway, Southfield, (248) 358-
0344, Noted for its varied Italian menu, fea-
tured are many favorites and a choice wine
list, with fine dining excellence. Outside cater-
ing 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
America. Star is just a small place, with little
room to move about when crowded.
Homemade taste has also been one of the
trademarks for its success. Fat-free and regu-
lar tuna salad, egg salad, potato salad, coleslaw,
and more. Its lox is cut by hand. Beautiful trays
are a standout.
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WARREN
Andiarno Italia, 7096 E 14 Mile Road,
Warren, (810) 268-3200.This is the flagship of
the fast-growing chain with the Andiamo name
(Andiamo Wes Bloomfield Hills; Lakefront
Bistro, St Clair Shores;Trattoria, Grosse
Pointe Woods; and Osteria, Royal Oak and
Osteria, Rochester).The Warren location site
has "name" entertainment in the Andiamo
Celebrity Showroom. Paul Anka is featured
Nov.18 and 19. Call for shows and dates.
Explore our
comprehensive list
of synagogues
on pages 36-46.
WEST BLOOMFIELD
Chuck Muer's Seafood Tavern, 5656 W.
Maple,West Bloomfield, (248) 551-225 I . This
is another in the C.A. Muer Restaurant
Corporation's fine chain of restaurants whose
fish serving is considered among the nation's
best, with 21 restaurants in 5 states. Locally
also including Charley Crab,Troy;
Meriwether's, Southfield; Big Fish, Dearborn
and Madison Heights; and Gandy Dancer, Ann
Arbor. All serve award-winning food and fine
wines lunch and dinner.
You'll be amazed
what you'll find.
Hoa Kow, 4301 Orchard Lake Road,
Crosswinds Mall,West Eiloomfield, (248) 932-
2133.Cantonese, Szechuan and Mandarin dishes
are expertly prepared by Hong Kong chefs
whose dexterity in preparations are authentically
presented. However; the large amount of white-
fish served is an amazing statistic. Whitefish is
prepared 15 different ways,with about 1,000
pounds sold weekly.
La Fendi, 6123 Haza:erty, Bloomfield Avenue
Shoppes,West Bloomfield, (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. Open
seven days a week.
Mal 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 preparations
from very spicy to spicy to medium to mild at
both lunch and dinner. A casual and pleasant
restaurant open seven days.
Mei Ling, 6175 Haggerty, Bloomfield Avenue
Shoppes,West Bloomfield, (248) 926-6711.
Chinese vegetarian favorites are the specialty,
but featured items also include "meat or poul-
try" dishes made with tofu that tastes almost
like the real thing. Popular choices are the
sesame "chicken" and sweet and sour "chick- •
en" plus other good health dining favorites.
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 recog-
nized by aficionados.The Hong Kong cooking
preparations are authentic and served seven
days a week.This is one of the few restaurants
that specialize in Dim Sum at lunch, with a
vast variety from which to choose.
Uptown Parthenon, 4301 Orchard lake
Road, Crosswinds Mall,West Bloomfield, (248)
538-6000. Authentic Greek cuisine, with dish-
es not seen anywhere else, makes this a grow-
ing favorite among afficionados of Greek din-
ing.Those who discover it become regulars
because of the interesting and excellent prepa-
rations that are served by polite waitpersons.
Open 7 days weekly for lunch and dinner.
The
Dining Guide is a weekly feature.
WE ARE
NOW OPEN
MONDAYS
CLOSED
SUNDAYS
RESTAURANT
MID-EASTERN, CHALDEAN
& AMERICAN
Mon. thru Sat. 10 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Fri. & Sat. (Carry-Out) 9 p.m.-1 1 p.m.
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Lincoln Shopping Center
10-1/2 Mile Road & Greenfield
Oak Park ■ (248) 968-0022
•Lambchops • Lamb Shish Kabob
•White Fish Curry • Tabouleh • Hommus
•Vegetarian Entrees • Fresh Catch
•Chicken Shawarma • Etc.
•Fresh Juice Bar • Cocktails and Wine
6123 HAGGERTY RD. OUST N. OF MAPLE)
BLOOMFIELD AVENUE SHOPS
WEST BLOOMFIELD
(248) 668-1800
27060 EVERGREEN (AT 11 MILE & EVERGREEN)
LATHRUP LANDING
LATHRUP VILLAGE
(248) 559-9099
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