Steve's Back Room

Corner of State Fair and Kelly, betwen 7 & 8 Mile Rds. Entrances at front and rear of building
Parking: Parking lots in front and rear of building

An east side institution since 1988, the 15-year-old eatery behind the swinging saloon doors of a grocery in Harper Woods is still open for lunch, but owner Steve Kalil has moved the main operation to the booming “Nautical Mile” of St. Clair Shores. The house specials feature what is best about Middle Eastern food: the sprightly flavors of lemon, garlic, parsley and olive oil, vegetables used in inventive ways, meat as a minor player. Desserts are standouts.