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Bates Hamburgers
33406 5 Mile Rd
Livonia, MI 48154
734-427-3464
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With its glazed tile exterior and '50s diner vibe inside, family-owned Bates Hamburgers is a Detroit-area tradition. If it weren't, it wouldn't be constantly filled with patrons. Tiny, 90-cent burgers and thick, rich milkshakes are its forte. Juice from the greasy spoon's burgers runs off the meat like a faucet, providing for a messy answer to a fast-food craving. The french fries are crisp and salty, the ideal counterpart to the juicy burgers. Besides their '50s-style counter service, Bates locations feature a walk-up window, similar to the Rally's chain. There's basically nothing for the heart-healthy bunch on this menu, and that's not a bad thing.
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Great Taste!
Bates has a better burger for sure! The fries are good too! The smell when you drive by is enough to make you hungry. For the type of burger they are --they are the best! If you want a gourmet burger go somewhere else I guess.
sick!
You guys are nuts, i live right next to bates and i find it disgusting! It is just like any other fast food joint. Low quality everything. The best burger i have ever had was at the wolfgang puck grille in detroit at mgm.
GREAT
This place is the best burger joint around!
The greatest little burger in town!
I have been going to Bates since it opened! They always had the best burgers and fries and still do. The breakfast is great as well. I am glad that they are still there. I try to get there as often as I can. Oh, they have the greatest chili also!