7 Black-Owned Spots To Get The Best Burgers in Detroit
Food + Drink — December 19, 2022 · Updated December 16, 2022 — By Darralynn Hutson
Whether it’s a hole-in-the-wall establishment with no website or social media, or the new trendiest eatery downtown or a good-for-you vegan burger, no matter where you are in Detroit proper, chances are you aren’t far fr
December 19, 2022 · Updated December 16, 2022
Don’t worry burger lovers, the Detroit food scene has plenty more to offer than just Coney Islands and Soul Food. Whether it’s a hole-in-the-wall establishment with no website or social media, or the new trendiest eatery downtown or a good-for-you vegan burger, no matter where you are in Detroit proper, chances are you aren’t far from a great burger.
In no particular order, here are the best burgers in Detroit.
SuperCrisp
A sandwich shop in the heart of Midtown Detroit! Serving a variety of karaage fried sandwiches, unique burgers & hot dogs, salads, snacks & healthy comfort foods with the freshest ingredients.
Chef Greg’s Soul ‘N’ The Wall
10009 Curtis St., Detroit; 313-861-0331
In 2007, Greg Beard opened Greg’s Soul “N” The Wall in the tiny brick storefront that used to house Brothers on Curtis near Wyoming Road.
Central Kitchen and Bar
660 Woodward Ave. #4a, Detroit; 313-963-9000; centraldetroit.com
Co-owned by Dennis Archer Jr., Central Kitchen and Bar offers unique takes on classic dishes like burgers and salads.
The Block
3919 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-832-0892;
This establishment, owned by Michael Byrd, is a contemporary restaurant and bar combo. The menu consists of burgers, chicken wings, and other elevated pub favorites.
They Say Restaurant
267 Jos Campau, Detroit; 313-446-4682; | 17810 Vernier Rd., Harper Woods; 313-309-3600
Founded in 2006 and known for live music, They Say has since opened a second location in Harper Woods.
Sweet Soul Bistro
13741 W. McNichols, Detroit; 313-862-7685
This westside bar and restaurant is located at McNichols and Schaefer Highway. The bistro takes bar food and the legacy of Motown and weaves them into a menu that’s full of mouthwatering dishes.
Trap Vegan
20198 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-340-2988;
This vegan fast-food restaurant offers plant-based burgers, smoothies, acai bowls, and salads. When Trap Vegan opened in November of 2021, they sold out the first day — that’s how good it is.
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