The Best Classic Hamburger in Michigan Has Been Revealed

Michigan is stacked with burger spots—greasy spoons, roadside stands, trendy bistros, you name it. From the birthplace of the olive burger to drive-in sliders that practically melt in your mouth, the Mitten State knows its way around a burger.

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That made it all the more intriguing when the food experts at Lovefood.com set out to name the best classic hamburger in every state. With so many strong contenders here in Michigan, which burger rose to the top?

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Michigan’s Burger Scene Is Loaded With Classics

Just think about it—there’s Halo Burger in Flint, a restaurant famous for its olive-topped creations. Mr. Burger in West Michigan has loyal fans who swear by the secret sauce. And Weston's Kewpee Burger in Lansing? That place has old-school charm and cult status.

Lovefood Names Michigan’s Top Classic Hamburger

So who took the crown this time? It's a classic for sure!

Motz’s Burgers in Detroit is Lovefood’s pick for the best classic hamburger in Michigan!

It's definitely not the first time Motz's has gotten national recognition. It's also been named the best burger joint in the state and the spot that's serving the best cheeseburger.

Why Motz’s Burgers Stands Out

This family-owned burger joint has been doing things the same way since 1929!

Their iconic sliders are griddled to perfection with onions until the edges caramelize, then stacked on a locally made bun and topped with the essentials: ketchup, mustard, pickles, and optional cheese.

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Lovefood had this to say:

Folks flock to Motz’s Burgers for old-fashioned sliders on soft locally made buns… this is a traditional American slider done best.

Beyond their famous burgers, Motz’s also dishes out fried chicken sliders, fis sandwiches, shakes, and crispy fries or onion rings to round out your meal.

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You’ll find them at 7208 W Fort St. in Detroit, with a second location at 27010 Plymouth Rd. in Redford

Other Must-Try Burger Spots in Michigan

Of course, not everyone will agree on the Michigan's best burger. One spot was crowned the state's top bucket-list burger joint while two other restaurants earned recognition for serving top-notch cheeseburgers. And if you're all about the perfect combo, this place's burger and fries were called the best in Michigan.