Best Burgers in Detroit (2025)

The city’s most talked-about double cheeseburger anchors this refined Brush Park spot from Four Man Ladder Hospitality. Resy and Eater Detroit praise its straightforward build, top-tier beef, and house dill sauce. Order at the bar for a true local vibe.

Corktown’s retro diner-bar slings 15-plus burgers, boozy shakes, and poutine tots. Frequently highlighted by Thrillist and Eater Detroit, it’s a lively pregame stop with Detroit nods like the Topor pepper–topped specialties and the Juicy stuffed with cheddar.

An equestrian-themed institution where $4-and-under sliders rule—cheeseburger, Korean, coney dog, and the famed Mystery Meat. Hour Detroit readers and Eater Detroit regularly endorse it for variety, value, and a scene that feels quintessentially Detroit.

Since 1929, this Delray counter has griddled oniony sliders that define Detroit burger nostalgia. Featured on Eater Detroit’s burger map and beloved by local critics, it serves lunch until the fresh beef runs out—cash-friendly, no fuss, all flavor.

A Dearborn legend for seven decades, serving wax-paper–wrapped ground round on the honor system. Hour Detroit and local TV critics regularly cite it among metro Detroit’s best. No frills, big flavor; bring cash and order it medium with frings.

From the Grey Ghost team, this lively Midtown hangout turns out a craveable smash burger patty melt on sourdough. Eater Detroit and Hour Detroit call it a go-to bar bite—unpretentious, quick, and ideal before a show or game.

A Cass Corridor standby where locals swear by the hefty burger on griddled ciabatta. Frequently recommended by Eater Detroit and praised by Detroiters for late-night character, jukebox vibes, and one of the city’s most satisfying bar burgers.

This tiny, cash-only counter has slung bagfuls of sliders and strong coffee for generations. Eater Detroit and Thrillist keep it on the must-try list for its 24-hour aura, retro charm, and the cheapest legit burgers in town.

Northwest Detroit’s family-run slider shop, going strong for 50-plus years. Praised by locals for smashy, hand-formed patties, grilled onions, and old-school prices. A community favorite that still tastes like Detroit’s west side.

A French cocktail bar with a cult-favorite bar-only burger: thin patties, American cheese, dijonnaise, and crisp lettuce on brioche. Covered by local critics, including ClickOnDetroit, it’s polished but playful—order at the bar for the full experience.