The 10 Best Burgers in Detroit, Ranked by the Community
The community’s current Detroit burger ranking, spanning sliders, bar burgers, and modern favorites with scores, maps, and community results.
By Jack FaulknerCommunity #1: Motz's Burgers, rated 9.6/10.
Detroit’s burger history runs through tiny slider counters, neighborhood bars, and ambitious modern kitchens. Community scores determine the order, with vote counts breaking ties between equal scores.
Top 10 burgers in Detroit
Motz's Burgers
1 community rating
7208 W Fort StGrey Ghost
1 community rating
47 Watson StreetGreen Dot Stables
1 community rating
2200 West Lafayette BoulevardRoyale with Cheese
1 community rating
4163 Cass AveTelway Hamburgers
1 community rating
6820 Michigan AveChecker Bar
1 community rating
124 Cadillac SqHonest John's Bar & Grill
1 community rating
488 Selden StMercury Burger Bar
1 community rating
2163 Michigan AveBronx Bar Detroit
1 community rating
4476 2nd AvenueHopCat
1 community rating
4265 Woodward AvenueQuestions about this ranking
What is the highest-rated burger restaurant in Detroit?
Motz's Burgers is currently first with a community score of 9.6 out of 10. Rankings update when visitors add or change their ratings.
How are the best burgers in Detroit ranked?
The displayed score is the raw community average. The order also uses a confidence adjustment so one rating cannot overpower a larger body of strong reviews. Each person contributes one current rating per restaurant.
Are major fast-food chains included?
No. The ranking product focuses on independent and local restaurants and filters major corporate fast-food chains.
How can I report a closed or moved restaurant?
Open the restaurant on the live map and use the reporting option. Address and closure corrections are reviewed before they replace the current listing.
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