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ANDIAMO RIVERFRONT
by Tracy Rose
ANDIAMO RIVERFRONT
400 Renaissance Center Suite A-403
Detroit MI 48243
This restaurant is known for its famous Northern Italian cuisine. It is located in the beautiful GM Renaissance Building with an amazing view of the Detroit River, which can be seen from its four distinct dining rooms. The color scheme is rich and the lamp shades are beaded in crystals, giving it a classy look that is both elegant and romantic. The menu includes a variety of veal; steak and pasta that are meant to tantalize and are sure to leave you wanting more. Andiamo’s has many locations in the Metro Detroit area, each with it’s own unique feel, ambiance and menu selection, but excellent service, a quality Italian meal and high expectations are the same across the board.
MARIA’S FRONT ROOM
MARIA’S FRONT ROOM
215 W. 9 Mile Road
Ferndale, MI
(248) 542-7379
Small tables twinkling with candlelight envelop diners in old world charm at Maria’s. A single rose and candle grace each table while Dean Martin croons softly in the background. Guests sip wine made in Maria’s own winery and nibble on freshly baked garlic bread while browsing the menu for their selections. Maria’s features traditional Italian fare with homemade pastas and meatballs lovingly prepared by Maria Orlando. Appetizers range from Italian sausage with peppers to calamari sautéed with garlic, hot pepper, parsley and tomato. Entrees include a variety of veal, chicken, pasta, seafood and pizza. Dinners include garlic bread and salad. Veal and chicken dinners also include a side of pasta. The pastas are excellent and the veal succulent. Old world Italian desserts - spumoni, cannoli and an excellent tiramisu are served. Reservations are recommended.