OT: Best hambuger in Michigan

Submitted by blockm97 on July 10th, 2015 at 8:41 AM

My top 10...many of which I've had multiple times.

1. Stellas: Grand Rapids

2. Frita Batidas: A2 (technically not a buger, but a frita)

3. Hunter House: A2/B'Ham

4. Broadway Bar: Grand Rapids

5. Franks: Zeeland

6. Bubbas: Traverse City

7. Lauras Little Burger Joint: Decatur

8. Millers: Dearborn

9. B Spot: Royal Oak

10. Rays: Grand Haven

Hon Mention: Northside Bar in Manistee, Redamaks in New Buffalo, Choo Choo Grill in GR

Side Note: Best buger I've ever had was at Holstein's in Vegas...but its not in Michigan.

What am I missing?

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Molson

July 10th, 2015 at 9:07 AM ^

I'm also a fan of slabtown burger in TC. As far as big chains, I support Five guys and Fuddruckers.

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mischill

July 10th, 2015 at 9:55 AM ^

I'm with you on this one. Every St. Patty's day, it was tradition to go to our early morning classes, then head to the Torch for a burger and fries and Black and Tans. They were damn good.

I'd also add that the burgers at Farmers Home Tavern in Hemlock are great. They typically get the "Best Burgers in the Saginaw Area" honor every year.

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July 10th, 2015 at 10:48 AM ^

I was scrolling down to see the torch. The torch is the best burger I've ever had.

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KennyGfanLMAO

July 10th, 2015 at 1:47 PM ^

Love their burgers! If we are repping Flint, we should throw in Halo Burger for honorable mention. It's the best of the fast food burgers.

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Go Blue 1984

July 10th, 2015 at 9:07 AM ^

Dundee

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JoeMich

July 10th, 2015 at 9:15 AM ^

Cozy Inn, Nestoria, MI -- located on US41 just west of Three Lakes. Mmmm .... good!

Oh, and the Drive In in Baraga has the best Pizza Burger. It's made with Cudighi, stuffed with moz and sauce.

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jmdblue

July 10th, 2015 at 10:02 AM ^

for a week. Most of what we eat is made in camp, but when we go out I typically stick to pasties and smoked chubs and whitefish. I'll have to try the Cozy Inn's burger!

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FieldingBLUE

July 10th, 2015 at 10:04 AM ^

Thanks for this, we are going to Baraga in a few weeks...will try it!

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Victor Hale II

July 10th, 2015 at 11:11 AM ^

Also in the UP, albeit the eastern end (in the Soo), you've got the "Big C" from Clyde's and the West Pier drive in burgers. Both are very much worth a stop if you're looking for a good, and large, burger.

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Naked Bootlegger

July 10th, 2015 at 3:09 PM ^

My grandparents lived a few miles from the Cozy Inn. I never, ever, ever in my wildest dreams thought I would see Nestoria, Three Lakes, and Cudighi discussed on MGoBlog. You just made my day.

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white_pony_rocks

July 10th, 2015 at 9:13 AM ^

the jolly pumpkin has the best burger I've had here in Ann Arbor. kumas in Chicago is the best burger I've ever had. the burgers I make at home are somewhere in between the 2

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GoBlueNorthside

July 10th, 2015 at 9:13 AM ^

Casey's Tavern easily has the best burger in Ann Arbor. I'm not sure about the rest of Michigan

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BlueDoc91

July 10th, 2015 at 9:13 AM ^

Brewery Vivant in GR

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QVIST

July 10th, 2015 at 9:14 AM ^

Top 2 in Michigan:

1. Frita Batidos

2. Stella's

Best burger I've ever had:

1. Bison burger from Wicked Weed Brewing in Asheville, NC.

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Coda17

July 10th, 2015 at 10:15 AM ^

I was a big fan of Great Plains Burger Co off of North Campus. It might not be the best in Michigan (how do you even judge that?) but it was my favorite burger in Ann Arbor for sure. They also have amazing fries and shakes.

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drakemc

July 10th, 2015 at 9:15 AM ^

Larson's bar in Monroe

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jmdblue

July 10th, 2015 at 9:49 AM ^

in Monroe, but Larson's burgers are very good...

Some others on my list... Redcoat Tavern, Ray's in Reading, MI, and Sidetrack's in Ypsi that I just tried last week for the first time. Nemo's burgers are outstanding when cooked on the flat top behind the bar. Love their hot mustard. Casey's is the best I've had in A2.

Some formerly on my list... The Charlie Brown from the first and original Diamond Jim Brady's on 7 Mile which no longer exists and Spike's in Grayling which just isn't quite as good as it once was.

Miller's is good but overated. Hunter House is bad and overated, but has excellent hashbrowns.

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Jim Harbaugh

July 10th, 2015 at 9:16 AM ^

Station Grill in Muskegon is amazing.

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Doc Brown

July 10th, 2015 at 10:20 AM ^

Yes. As someone who grew up in Norton Shores, I agree with this. I ran one of my fastest 5k times after downing a 1lb burger from the station the night before. Not related to taste at it all, but it gave me a great memory.

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pescadero

July 10th, 2015 at 10:34 AM ^

That afternoon 5K they used to run in August in Roosevelt Park? I never tried eating a Station burger right beforehand. Shores grad I'm assuming?

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benjamint1024

July 10th, 2015 at 9:16 AM ^

Red Robin!!!

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Huma

July 10th, 2015 at 9:41 AM ^

Gross

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Dubs

July 10th, 2015 at 9:48 AM ^

My favorite part of this reply was that I read it in the tune of their jingle.

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99bobcats

July 10th, 2015 at 9:23 AM ^

An "r"

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Hotel Putingrad

July 10th, 2015 at 9:26 AM ^

real

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slama

July 10th, 2015 at 9:24 AM ^

Image result for blimpy burger

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Photogenic

July 10th, 2015 at 9:27 AM ^

I recently had Frita Batidas for the first time, and was actually not very impressed. Thought it was mediocre and overpriced.

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oc michigan fan

July 10th, 2015 at 9:28 AM ^

The Monster Burger with cheese from the Dairy Barn in Sebewaing tops my list.

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TitanicSwimTeam

July 10th, 2015 at 9:29 AM ^

Bates burgers by far. I don't know why, but I actually hate Frita.

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Hotel Putingrad

July 10th, 2015 at 9:31 AM ^

I spent my formative years in some dive union bars and halls, and I remember a few good burgers,...Gerrell's in Michigan Avenue. the Coolidge, Moose club, Fran and Jerry's, the Brown Derby, but the best was a few blocks from the river when my dad worked on the Columbia Boblo boat in the summers... name escapes me though.

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tylers48

July 10th, 2015 at 9:33 AM ^

The Wrought Iron Grill, in Owosso makes a good burger.

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flashOverride

July 10th, 2015 at 12:31 PM ^

A bit "divey", but the Rainbow up in Owosso makes a great burger, too.

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rob f

July 10th, 2015 at 9:36 AM ^

In Benton Harbor has great greasy cheeseburgers. A guilty pleasure indeed, they're very similar to what you find at The Varsity in Atlanta.

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FieldingBLUE

July 10th, 2015 at 10:02 AM ^

Agreed on that one...don't forget North Shore in BH too, puts Redamak's to shame

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rob f

July 10th, 2015 at 11:14 AM ^

I haven't been there in a couple years, thought of it but couldn't remember the name of the place when I posted earlier about Henry's. North Shore is located about midway through Harbor Shores GC, the Jack Nicklaus-designed course just north of Benton Harbor/St Joe. They didn't dare tear the place down when designing the course.

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MCast

July 10th, 2015 at 9:41 AM ^

Bates - Livonia

Mason's Bar and Grill - Livonia

Sidetrack - Ypsilanti

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WorldwideTJRob

July 10th, 2015 at 9:41 AM ^

Hot Toppings in Detroit

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Go.Blue.Hail

July 10th, 2015 at 9:41 AM ^

Goog's in Holland has about every burger imaginable and they're all delicious. Bubba's in TC is very good, but I'll have to try some more on your list.

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tylers48

July 10th, 2015 at 9:50 AM ^

The Phoenix at Goog's is incredible.

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salami

July 10th, 2015 at 9:42 AM ^

In New Buffalo. Oh so good.

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PeterKlima

July 10th, 2015 at 9:44 AM ^

What makes a burger the best? There is a time for a Hunter House burger and a time for Redcoat burger. But, they are much, much different.

I think it depends on the mood. Like beers, burgers come in a variety of categories.

How about a "simple, delicious burger" category and a "gourmet burger" category?

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blockm97

July 10th, 2015 at 11:34 AM ^

Klima makes a good point. I prefer smaller burgers that are not gut-bombs, but others prefer the larger gourmet burgers.

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Tuebor

July 10th, 2015 at 9:50 AM ^

The best burger I've eaten was at Sportsman's in Grand Marais, MI. Had just finished a 3 day backpacking trek through Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore living off of tuna, hunter's sausage, granola bars, and trail mix. The fries were the best I've ever had too.

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wolverine1987

July 10th, 2015 at 9:50 AM ^

Traditional Cheesburger, very good

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turtleboy

July 10th, 2015 at 9:54 AM ^

I'm a burger lover. I never pass up an opportunity to try one, I even had a travel job and would try out all the recommended burgers online when I'd swing through towns. The best burger I've ever had is the burger they sell at Snooker's pool hall. The Livonia location has the best kitchen, but the eastpointe one is still just, uhnff. Every time I have it is still the best burger I've ever had. Bacon cheese, side of onion rings. I put a few on top of the patty, and a little mustard. Side note: best fries I've ever had are from Sorrento's in south warren, 9 and van Dyke. Never would expect it, either. The guy there changed up how they make them to his own taste. He frys them in a light tempura batter. They're amazing.

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steve sharik

July 10th, 2015 at 9:51 AM ^

Some people like thick half pound patties, some like a collection of thin patties. Some people like theirs grilled over an open flame, some like them sauteed on a flat-top. With the thick half-pounders, one can cook the meat to certain temps, while thin patties will always be well-done. (Please do not confuse this with charred or burnt.)

With respect to the thick half-pound type (my personal preference), only a handful used to be able to claim "best," as they used ground beef purchased from Knight's Market. Now about two dozen establishments use Knight's products.

So it seems to imply that Knight's steakhouses (original on Dexter Rd. and new downtown location on E. Liberty/Maynard) would have the best. But, you can go to Knight's Market on Miller/Spring and purchase the meat either in bulk or formed into patties and grill them at home as you like.

To me, the key is quality meat, fresh toppings, and soft buns (unless you like toasted).

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