Brayz Hamburger

I ordered 10 cheeseburgers with 6 of them add bacon. They charged me $33 and only added bacon to the 2 burgers on the top! Needless to say I’ll never return. And Im sure they don’t care! Also I had to scrape onions off the burgers due to them being piled so high it was disgustingly overpowering. ZERO STARS!! But I had to use at least one to post!!

Brayz Hamburgers is a true Michigan classic, with a history spanning decades and a legacy of delicious food. It’s the kind of place that keeps the spirit of old school burger joints alive, offering a simple yet flavorful menu. Their burgers, juicy and well-seasoned, have earned a strong reputation among both locals and travelers. Plus, the retro atmosphere and unpretentious service make the experience authentic and memorable. If you’re looking for a place with history, great flavor, and affordable prices, Brayz is a must visit spot in Michigan.

Awesome place. Glad your recovery is in play. Keep the Donkey standing...

Saw a donkey on an old building while traveling through town and had to take a pic! Went inside their side door to quite a few people waiting for their burgers. All were helpful to us out of towners. The main dining area was a throwback from another time. Pictures on the walls from the building in the 50's and later years. The owner (for 20+ yrs) was very sweet and proud of her business. As she should be! We both ordered the 1/4lb belly buster, and a small order of well done fries. The perfectly cooked fries were more than enough for both of us! The burgers hit the spot, as we were very hungry. They were good and messy and tasted different with the 1000 island dressing on them. I think for me, raw onions would've been better on mine. But tasty just the same. 😋 So, if you're driving in Hazel Park on Dequindre Rd in Detroit, stop in and try a burger or Chile dog. (Which I'll try next!)

Best sliders around A++++ I've been going here since the late 70's. Everything is made to order, never sitting under a heat lamp. Great, courteous staff and friendly atmosphere... always. Never disappointed.

Love this place. I remember when I was 1 eating these hamburgers when mom worked there. Back in the days with counter cake with lids over them. Keep being amazing guys. And so you know I had a friend from texas tell me one of best burgers they've had

I was thinking of visiting Brayz for a fabulous burger that I haven’t had since I was a kid. However, I recently had a change of heart. When the owner blamed the Warren police for what happened to his place of business. Our men and women uniform risk their lives everyday to protect people like you and I. If Warren did not catch the perpetrators, they may have use the gun they found in the car on innocent people. Sir, they could have used it at your business or on another innocent victim man, woman or child. Unfortunately, being that you can’t see past yourself, your business and your money. I would not expect you to think of others. There could have been a kidnapping victim, a child, a person held at gun point in that car. You, unfortunately can only think yourself. Sir you have insurance that will cover all of your loses for the days you are closed and repairs are being done. You’re getting paid regardless. God forbid if you need help at your business, please don’t call the police, for a more peaceful approach you may want to call a Social Worker. So much for Mr. Nice Guy, your a sham.

I’m not sure what’s going on with this place, I live locally I try to support local business, but I just ordered two sliders a large onion ring and a large Mountain Dew and it cost me over $15. That is crazy. What’s with the outrageous pricing?

Great food , love the taste, great service. It's been there since I was a teen. Love a great onion burger.

I'm staying with a friend close to Detroit this weekend. So, unfamiliar with the area as I've only been here one other time and in search of something yummy to eat, I ordered food from Brayz via Doordash after finding it on Yelp. Let me say this: it was affordable, it hit the spot, and it had an old school vibe you don't always see anymore from burger joints. A lot of spots like to try and elevate their food or the dining experience and Brayz, based on what I saw on Yelp, seems to be more focused on the basics and boy did they deliver. The fries were crispy and they were crinkle cut which is always a welcome surprise. I ordered a small and the portion was surprisingly big, too -- no complaints here! I opted for a "belly buster" which I'm assuming is their take on a Whopper, but it's dressed like an In-N-Out burger: thousand island dressing, onions, lettuce, tomato. All the ingredients tasted fresh and complimented the beefy, cheesy goodness. It's definitely a smashburger style hamburger they serve here, but it's what I prefer and therefore I was really pleased. There was an option to buy a sack of cheeseburgers which is definitely a throwback to burger joints from the 40's, 50's, and 60's if you know your burger history. From the looks of things, those burgers are smaller and more basic, probably closer to a classic McDonald's burger, but worth noting (and honestly after this experience it may be something I opt to do if I go with a group in the future). My food was even delivered in wrapped in non-descript wax paper -- not a lot of places take things back to basics like this and it adds to the charm. This spot is definitely a dive and is going to be a no frills type of experience for those who visit or order, but if you're like me and you just want a purist experience, then this is a wonderful option. Highly recommend.

Sometimes you just want a good ole grease burger and they didn't disappoint everywhere I go if I see one of these places usually they sit on the corners of the street and the buildings are somewhat similar you know that they are a grease burger spot. The service was great friendly people and fast they also have the walk up window which I love with that good ole heater at the top for the winter and dine in is also available if you grew up with these burger joints in your neighborhood you know exactly what I'm talking about

The cheese burger sliders were so dry & as a former restaurant manager I knew it was not fresh. At 60 years old I never went there & as soon as the opportunity arose I was very disappointed. The fries were supposed to be well done no salt. They had salt & they were not well done. My wife did enjoy the chocolate shake though. I'm so disappointed I was so hungry.

Always the best when I am in D! Love the friendly people and the tasty food! Smash that burger and keep it up!

Simply put-the food here is really good. The service is fantastic, whether at 9pm or 3am. The ambiance of this joint is an awesome dive spot. Whether you're hangry or hungover, this place is the remedy and please give it a try.

Great sliders and specials on Monday(big burger) Tuesdays (coneys 1.35) and cheeseburgers on Wednesdays for 1.50. Friendly staff remembers your name! Open 24 hours.

Great food and service! The belly buster I had was great! Ready to try the sliders. Can't wait to be back in the area for another great lunch here!!!

Delicious and fresh burgers!! Highly recommend for everybody!! Prices are good and affordable

I grew up in Hazel Park, and my mother, while working 2 jobs, often worked at Brays. I remember the bags of burgers that fed us, inexpensively, when we might otherwise have been hungry. I remember how good they were, even if a bit greasy. I moved to CA in the USMC back in the mid 70's and stayed because it is warm. I am now an old man, 65 years, and can do as I please. I now come back in the Spring every year to watch Tigers baseball. I make sure we go to Brays. My daughter who is one of 7 kids, and she is only 12, the others are much older, loves Brays. In fact, she brought 2 burgers back for her CA friend and the friend devoured them, claiming how good they were. Nostalgia is good but tasty burgers are better... KEEP UP YOUR GOOD WORK

Great service and great burgers I would recommend this to anyone who likes sliders, and the other items on the menu seem to look pretty good too

Stopped in for a quick breakfast sandwich. Ordered 'Egg Buster' with sausage, bacon, egg and cheese on rye bread. Five Star Sandwich. Great Food. Great Service. *CASH ONLY*

Last min result for us tonight. They only accept cash at the place so that was a bummer. Didn't do call ahead ordering. Had to walk up to the window or order online... food needed more seasoning in my opinion. A bit bland. The fries were plain. Food was nice & hot tho. I ordered through door dash just so I can pay with my card. I actually used apple pay thru DoorDash. I'll go back here again for a burger. Today I enjoyed a patty melt n fries

First visit this afternoon for lunch after passing this place for years. Food and service was excellent won't be my last visit.

Wasn't open around 11pm on Sunday but says 24 hours. The food and customer service overall is amazing, I love coming here for a late or last minute meal.

Greatest sliders around. Used to love this place in college & it's impossible for me to be in the area & not get a few. Belly Buster is great too

Since 1950, I believe, and still the best sliders in Oakland County - possibly even in metro Detroit. They know how to caramelize the onions just right and the flavor is superb. Get a double cheeseburger - you'll be glad you did.

The pickles and onions on the burgers I ordered was not fresh at all it was like chewing paper the burgers did not have any flavor the more I ate the more I wanted to throw up I just ended up throwing my food away I will NEVER order from here again!

We love a good greasy burger and this is the place to come for them. Service is always fast and orders are always correct. It could stand to be a bit cleaner in the world, but eh...we manage. One waitress knows what we order as soon as she sees us and asked about the kids if they aren't with us, which is always surprising and appreciated. When it's not pandemic time, we like to sit at the window and watch traffic pass. When it is pandemic time, we order at the window and find a park to eat at. Either way - we enjoy it.

A Hazel Park favorite of mine and many locals, you can tell because it always has a steady flow of customers. Greasy yummy sliders and crispy fries are what you should order here. NO, I am telling you to order this and skip the rest of the menu....DO IT NOW !!!! Just kidding, order what you want because all the food here is good. They have a small dinning section and they also have an enclosed section on the side of the building for carryout orders. Friendly employees. Skip the big fast food chains like McDonalds and come here. They also have some daily specials....... Monday is the Belly Buster for 2.75 Tuesday is a Coney for 99 cents, heads up that they are very messy : ) Wednesday is your choice of Hamburger of Cheeseburger for only 99 cents Note: Cash only Thumbs Up !!!

This place is a hidden gem. I ordered a regular cheeseburger, it comes on a really soft bun, hamburger, cheese, grilled onions, ketchup, pickle and mustard. The burger is thin, so if you like more meat you can order a double or a triple. I also ordered a coney dog, since Tuesday their special is coney dog for $1. And I ordered a large Pepsi. Prices are very reasonable. The only downfall of this place is they only take cash, it didn't bother me but some people don't carry cash. They don't have a drive thru, so you have to walk up to their window and order and wait for your food. Monday special is Belly Buster $2.50 Tuesday special is Coney Dog 99c Wednesday special is hamburger or cheeseburger 99c Food was hot and very delicious, I'd definitely recommend eating here.

Ok, the burger meat is thin. Think potato chips thin. Greasy yet somehow without tasting of onions yet flavorless. I know,I know it sounds impossible yet, they pulled it off.

Always fresh, fast, and good food! Love that they are open late. The only down side is that they are CASH ONLY!!

The food still tastes as cheap and delicious as ever, and they're doing the best they can with the current state of things. There's definitely been an hour change; I don't believe they're open 24 hours anymore, and they're definitely closed on Sundays. Be careful on pick ups - the order window at the side of the building is a free for all. They don't even attempt to control the amount of people crowding into that tiny room to wait for orders. It was tight with 3 people pre-COVID and it's not surprising to see 5+ people crammed in there now. I typically order over the phone and then just stop in to pick up, but there are plenty of times where I wait in the parking lot an extra 10-15 for some people to clear out.

We were out driving and I grew up on Hunter House. So, we stopped. Completely out of my element on the vast array of people that stop in. We got 6 cheeseburgers. I ate 2. I wanted chili cheese fries, and omg, that were great! Ha. I think it was more of a people watching place at least for me. I would like to say that I think the owners son was behind the grill and such a sweet guy. The older lady that helped us was fantastic as well. There were 2 guys that came in and just needed to sit in the air and she got them a glass of water. (They May have been on something, or just maybe a tad bit slow. Not sure- but the older lady was great to them none the less!!) I would absolutely go back and have more!! The only downside is they only accept cash. I hate using cash because it feels like Monopoly money and I use it too fast!! But such a great place.

I love these guys! Just a good greasy burger to satiate your gooey-cheese-loving needs! I called ahead and ordered, but then just went inside anyways and they're always so friendly. They were busy, but my food was still done in a timely manner and of course it was all hot!

Some of the best burgers and ALWAYS fresh.! Had not had anything bad from this place not even the service.!

Visited this restaurant for the first time a couple weeks ago while I was in the area, and thought it was decent for the cost of what you get. Upon arrival I wasn't entirely impressed with the customer service they were very brief and sort of awkward to interact with especially while you are waiting for your food. The two employees working here cared more about having personal conversations back and forth then interact with a customer while they wait. The food was okay, I purchased 4 burgers and a drink and it was affordable. The burgers were truthfully kind of bland. For the price and if someone wanted more for their money with bland food I would recommend this place. Wasn't for me personally but I am glad I tried it out.

Was just meh unfortunately. The coney chili was really bland, the onions on the burgers needed to be cooked longer to give it that nice sweet taste. I will say their burgers were big though for being sliders and were comparable to a Burger King jr burger instead of a the normal White Castle size. The burgers were somehow better heated up as left overs and they didn't make me feel sick like some places do after I ate them so they had that going for them. The onion rings were prob the best thing in my order and I probably wouldn't come back but if I was starving on a budget, their Wednesday 99 cent cheeseburgers are a steal and I preferred them over their coney dogs.

The burger is Not good at all frozen patties not fresh at all mystery meat was potato chip thin and dried grey-looking patty all bread with no taste a waste of money should have read the reviews first, Telways Hamburgers are EXTREMELY better than this mess cant believe they are still opened lol

I understand that everything has went up in price during these Covid years, but Bray's is ridiculous. As long as we have places like Telway in the neighborhood the choice is a no brainer. And I love Brays but for the signature sandwich to double in price in 3 years is crazy.

the food was amazing i got the 1/4 belly buster and it was amazing the fries dont have seasoning but were good with ketchup and service was amazing

I did a Doordash for 3 burgers and large fry. The beef patty taste bad. The meat tasted as if it were going bad. It was disgusting to say the least. A complete waste of money.

I really enjoy the burgers and fries at Brayz. My only complaint is that on rare occasions the burgers taste like they were cooked on a grill with old dirty grease.

Love this local spot. It's nothing fancy but it's cheap and good for the price. Service is great, very hospitable, the place is super cozy and I feel like everyone knows everyone. I had the belly buster and fries with the chili on em. Not too shabby for $17 for 2 people. I'd rather have this than any fast food place. I knocked one star off only coz I wish they accepted credit cards.

Let me tell you, Brayz Hamburgers was truly brilliant. Prime location and service was great. Easily the most flavorful dish was Dequindre, me and my friend just loved it. It was so fabulous. Terrific. Great service and staff. Great job once again Brayz Hamburgers.

Great for burgers in the middle of the night! They've got breakfast, too! Bring back shakes! Nikki is great, too! Did I mention the crusty jukebox that has literally 751 songs by Bowie and even "Miracle" by Kendra?

It's funny, because I was on my way to Brayz with a foreign friend. I figured I'd take him to a real junky slider place, for that "Americana" experience he craves. On the way there, he noted a business that had a "Z" at the end of the name to pluralize it. I told him "Ah, that's a common thing--but any place that pluralizes with a "Z" like Burgerz and Thingz is bound to fail. They never last." Then the great irony struck me: We were on our way to Brayz, which has been in Hazel Park for approximately 1,300 years. Caveat: I know it hasn't always been "Brayz". But whatever, it was a good intro. Anywayz: Brayz is a Wednesday standby. You cannot go wrong with $1 cheeseburgerz..err cheeseburgers. The place is absolutely full of character. Sometimes your burgers are fried up by an eternally 11-month pregnant young redhead with a huge smile, sometimes they're slapped on your plate by a vaguely loud Greek-ish guy, and yet other times they're served up by people who look as if they have seen better...decades. No matter who is frying them up, they're consistently delicious; a greasy patty, a greasy bun, greasy onions, and a couple of slices of fresh and crunchy pickle. Put on your own ketchup and mustard, ya bum. There's nothing of note on the menu other than the burgers. One of my sons gets a BLT when I bring them up here, and it's usually met with a scowl because, well goddammit, who likes making bacon at a burger joint? Still, the bacon is crisp and he always eats the whole thing, so... who knows? The Belly Buster is a better Big Mac. If Kraft 1000 island excites you and you want it all over your face and in your belly, by all means order this beast. It's what you crave. I love Brayz. It's close to my house, it's super cheap, it's stinky and charming and rude and rough and delicious and terrible. It's my kind of place. It's just like me. Cash only!

For my money this is the best slider joint in this neck of the woods. I've always thought of the Telway on Michigan Ave. as THEE Telway, and as such was never sold on the "Bizarro Telway" on 11 Mile and John R., even though at least 2 Telways are necessary to make it a "Hamburger System". But Bray's has it donkey head and shoulders over Bizarro Telway in every category, and probably tops the Real Telway in everything but ambience, as the local freakshow down in Southwest is definitely wilder than what you'll see here. Even less teeth and an even seedier hood. The food here is less greasy the THS, and they actually make a damn good breakfast even if you can't always get it at night. I was even so bold as to try to order a milkshake on one of my three visits, only to be told the shake machine was down. Somehow I wasn't too surprised or disappointed. I did have a sudden hankering for a banana shake a la Checkers, but it did seem to be too good to be true and it was. They also had Pineapple listed as a shake flavor, which I found strange. One odd fact about me is I HATE anything pineapple. But that's neither here nor there. They have an ATM by the front door and it's too bad it only dispenses cash in increments of $20 as you can eat here for considerably less than that. There's a Ms. Pacman/Galaga game - huge cool points from me, even if I don't play it every time. I just love knowing it's there. They also have a jukebox, something lacking at the Telways. It's one of those expensive digital ones, which is a bit of a bummer. One of those old ones with the flapping plastic pages with CD covers and song listings attach somehow seems better suited to Bray's, but whatever. My last time there I played "Green Onions" by Booker T and the MGs and the cook kept going on about how it was a Viagra ad, like it wasn't a hit song on R&B stations and then oldies for 40 years before that. It was kind of annoying. Bray's onion rings are really good. Still haven't tried their coffee. Telway is so coffee proud, I'm guessing they really can't mess with it at Bray's. One last thing - you'll note I'm calling it Bray's. Truth be told, I never set foot in this place before they switched to the post-apostrophe Z. But when I saw others writing their reviews with the S, I knew I had to as well. Fuck that Z! It's the prophecy of the movie Idiocracy beginning to unfold. It's stupid and irksome, and if the owner of Bray'S is reading this, please come to your senses and change the name back. You've got that whole classic white box slider joint thing going; why do you have to throw that damn Z in the mix. It's some wack New Coke shit. Seriously, I could give a one-star review to Zazz gas station just for the name alone.

The staff are pleasant, cognizant, and precise with what they offer you!! Their burger size even fit the bun!! Way better than Telway, in my opinion!!

Pretty standard white box fare. They're on par with the area's Telway and Hawg & Dawg in Ferndale. The fries were crinkly and crispy and the sliders were pretty good if not a little tough. Their coney is pretty standard too but a little better than Hawg & Dawg's in my opinion. Service was fast and friendly.

I love a good hole in the wall burger place and this place does it well! Everything is made to order and I can't say enough the sliders! Literally, mouth watering, perfection! Chili cheese fries did not disappoint. Honestly, probably some of the best sliders I have ever had. The hubs and I will definitely be back!

Slider type burgers - nothing pretty but they do taste good. Usually order two cheeseburgers but this time I ordered a cheeseburger and a "belly buster" which is slightly larger and has big mac sauce. Dinning area small as its mostly seats around the counter. I have only used the side window where you order and wait for your order. Fairly quick but they do not take credit cards.

At the corner of 9 mile and Dequinder you will find a no frills greasy hamburger joint that serves sliders for each $1.49. Expect to see Eminem look a likes at this 1960's style diner open 24 hours a day. If this is what you are looking for - give it a try! I admire it's history in the area for years. Lots of local loyal customers, that has to give it some credit.

Tried this place for the first time tonight. I wanted to like this place since I live super close and it's open 24 hours. I got a 1/4 lb Belly Buster and a small order of fries to go. As far as the burger goes it had a weird, indescribable aftertaste to it. Overall, there just wasn't anything great about it. The fries were crinkle cut, but not really crunchy enough for me. They were like a crinkle fry and a steak fry combined. I don't see me going back unfortunately.

The best sliders around. Good 24 hour spot forsure. Better then fast food and always has an interesting crowd. Worth the stop

Brayz is another one of those restaurants following in the White Castle/Tower tradition. I've driven by it many times, noticed the porcelain-white walls and takeout area, marveled at the giant donkey on the roof, and ultimately decided that I would come back later. I do love sliders (don't you?) While Bonnie found that her Belly Buster presented more toppings to balance out the dryness, and Ian enjoyed his patty melt better than the sliders, the fundamental dryness problem remained. All burgers were all served on the same size buns- a smaller bun for smaller burgers would make sense, but this isn't the case. The one-size-fits-all approach ultimately hurts Brayz' credibility and burger enjoyment, and seemed to be the cause of a lot of unhappiness with our food. The rest of the menu helps to set Brayz apart from their competitors. They have some interesting shakes on their menu (pineapple, cherry, and banana; beyond the regular chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla) along with their unique "Belly Buster" burgers. The Belly Busters include 1000 island dressing, to add a sweetness and tanginess to the regular burgers. (Read the rest at https://motorcityburgerclub.wordpress.com/2016/03/18/brayz-hamburgers-an-examination-of-the-slider-or-brayzboozled-the-hazel-park-bait-switch/)

Brays has some great sliders, hard to get better when they are made just right, the chicken sandwich and the belly buster are also amazing.

Well wouldn't you know I found myself here again against my better judgement, but Tuesday's $.99 coneys sounded good. But it's 12:09am and they stopped serving them 9 minutes ago. Perfect.