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 1.*16imy catering. Shirlee Bloom's outside Catering i.#00141ar for all occasions. 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 $9 iiititediktails made at the juice bar from fruits and Vegetables are available seven !:‘‘days a week. 0 I/2 Mile Road & (2 48) 968-0022. Ranked 4", in the fIletroiters who now live in Miters i try also extoll I t :ifi e-bakediid, chil - st, lunCh, dinner and after- Onday through Saturday, ftar ,. . . carry-out Friday and eik,4189 Orchard Lake Road, h rd Vi e, (248) 865-0000. Menu attrac- 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. rce de you. 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. (gtzEnD (1 3 11,S P 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 COUPON GOOD AT BOTH LOCATIONS MEE Get Your Faucet Fixed! Check out the Plumbers in our Marketplace Home and Service Guide. MIMI Min 111.1 Min /o OFF Lunch or Dinner With purchase of a second lunch or dinner entree of equal or greater value • 1Coupon Per Couple I • Dine In Only • Not Valid With other Offers - la • Expires 12/31/99 L Catering For All Occasions *Nrwv, 12/17 1999 105