4710 Cass Ave., Detroit, MI, 48201

Molly Abraham, Detroit News Restaurant Critic: A spin-off of the highly successful original on Orchard Lake Road and Maple in West Bloomfield, this smaller version also offers dim sum along with a pared-down but still extensive menu that suits the 99-seat restaurant ... more

122 W. Main St., Northville, MI, 48167

Molly Abraham, Detroit News Restaurant Critic: When the wine shop Wine Sync added a small kitchen so that food could become part of its offerings, chef Jeff Condit was hired to create its interesting tapas menu. Such dishes as smoked salmon and chevre on crostini ... more

18 S. Main St., Village Of Clarkston, MI, 48346

Molly Abraham, Detroit News Restaurant Critic: Wood-smoked meats and wood-fired pizzas are the dual theme at Clarkston's newest eatery, a remake of the previous Clarkston Cafe in a circa-1928 red brick building. Proprietor Curt Catallo retained the talented young ... more

7056 W. Vernor Hwy., Detroit, MI, 48209

Molly Abraham, Detroit News Restaurant Critic: Anyone looking for inexpensive, well-prepared Mexican fare should appreciate this spot where portions are large and the staff friendly. Tables are uncovered, napkins paper, but the tacos, tortas, burritos and chile ... more