Union Woodshop

If at first you don’t succeed ... well, proprietors Curt Catallo and Erich Lines know the wisdom there.

By Molly Abraham

George Hamiel & Diane Kubany

Their stylish menus are enticing enough to attract a loyal clientele of discriminating diners, but no matter how expert they are, restaurant...

Shogun Chinese & Japanese Bistro and Cliff Bell's

Restaurant veteran Molly Abraham noshes around town, tracking down some top spots.

By Molly Abraham

Midtown Shangri-La and Crust

Restaurant veteran Molly Abraham noshes around town, tracking down some top spots.

By Molly Abraham

Sour Grapes

Once a royal pour, Bordeaux has lost its crown.

By Christopher Cook

Sweet Spot

The Chocolate Bar Café has the scoop on candy, ice cream, sodas, shakes, and other goodies.

By Molly Abraham

Bistro 222: Homey Haven

Dearborn’s Bistro 222 is a cozy little place filled with lots of impressively prepared dishes.

By Christopher Cook

Make Tracks for Mousse

Something passionately sweet to eat for Valentine’s Day, from Sweet Lorraine’s — and Brazil.

By Molly Abraham

A Dish That ‘Ike’ Likes

‘Ike’ El-Alam is reminded of his childhood with this luscious Lebanese import of sweet peas and lamb.

By Molly Abraham

Enchanted Forest

Like a director putting together a repertory theater ensemble, Brian Polcyn staffs the kitchen of the Forest Grill with people who are talented enough to take on a variety of roles and fill them...

By Molly Abraham

Time-Honored

Mon Jin Lau is that rare breed of Chinese restaurant where modern American influences rewrite old recipes, and dishes are served in a setting where decor, food presentation, and pampering service...

By Christopher Cook