My Grandpa used to take the family for ice cream after church back in the 50's to the Alinosi in Detroit. Wish I could've been there. The last one, now Great Cakes featuring Alinosi in Grosse Ponte, has pictures that allow you a glimpse of that bygone era - gorgeous window displays, long counters, uniformed staff, bouquets of flowers... glass cases full of chocolates and candies... and delectable ice cream. The Food Network did a special on Alinosi, after they won Best Spumoni (pistachio, rum, and fruit flavors) ice cream in a national contest. It rocks. I get the Alinosi Fantasy for my birthday every year - any 6 scoops with any toppings while "Happy Birthday" plays on the jukebox. Whitehouse Cherry, Banana, and Raspberry Royale are a few of my faves. Great sorberts too. Next time you're on the East Side.. get some ice cream!!
Pros: seating at counter, menus, karaoke night
Cons: location
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