Get Your Inner Zen On at Ten Yen
Always fresh and prepared carefully, Ten Yen is an establishment that prides itself on friendly service, generous portions and affordable prices. Located in an assuming business park and with its own somewhat dated decor, Ten Yen has won a local following for over 30 years. Michiganders' favorites include the wonton soup, moo goo gai kow, pepper steak and almond chicken.
Ten Yen Restaurant
8997 North Wayne Road
Livonia, MI 48150.
(734) 425-8910
Find Your Fortune (And All You Can Eat)
With its friendly waitstaff, Fortune Buffet has an expansive and pan-Asian smörgåsbord. Choose dishes from the Noodle Bar, Mongolian B.B.Q. Bar, Sushi Bar, Soup Bar, Salad Bar and a Dessert Bar. Additionally, there are ample seafood choices such as shellfish and salmon. Not limited to Chinese specialities (think deer tendon) and sushi, you'll find Vietnamese (like pho), Korean (plenty of Kimchi) and even some Italian choices. They also have American sides like fries and corn on the cob. Full bar with a wine and beer list. If this list isn't enough, the staff is notably polite and helpful.
Fortune Buffet
29583 5 Mile Road
Livonia, MI 48145
(734) 524-8383
Take a Seat in Szechuan Empire
Don't be fooled by its simple dining room: all the magic happens in the kitchen. A veggie-lover's paradise, Szechuan Empire has tasty plenty of options like Home Style Tofu and Vegetarian Delight. There are also plenty of beef, pork, chicken and seafood dishes as well. Try one of their lunch or dinner specials which comes with your choice of entree (such as Pepper Steak or Chop Suey) and fried rice, soup and an egg roll. There are a number of spicy dishes which can be altered in heat to diner's taste.
Szechuan Empire
29215 5 Mile Road
Livonia, MI 48145
(734) 458-7160
szechuanempire.com