Noble Bates founded the original Bates in 1955 at Seven Mile and Beech Daly. John Bates died in 2019, and his wife Barbara still owns both restaurants. Laurie Johnston, John and Barb's daughter, is th…
I was afraid this place would be another Better Burger, serving thick pickle slices on flavorless buns and chewy meat. Instead, this is a worthy competitor to Motz. These burgers are a masterpiece. The only two places I'll order smashed burgers from in Metro Detroit.
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Christopher R
Local Expert • 20 contributions
Loved
• 8/6/25
• DoorDash order
This was my first time ordering with DoorDash. I usually walk in. As usual everything was amazing. The Chili Cheese Fry were portioned equal. They were hot and fresh The Chili Fry were spot on.The all All Beef Coney...Yummmm.Perfection and the Large Chocolate Shake was nice and thick.Awesome workers. I will order very soon.
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Brad R
Emerging Expert • 4 contributions
Loved
• 10/1/23
• DoorDash order
Great sliders! ExactIy what you'd expect. I wasn't expecting the fries to be so good since they were delivered, but they were hot and crispy with just the right amount of salt. Plus, I had a huge order. The quantity didn't effect the quality. AWESOME!
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Morganne T
Emerging Expert • 3 contributions
Liked
• 2/25/26
• DoorDash order
I've eaten a few off the top, but the Large Fries are always good, they always taste like they've been freshly dropped before I received them!! I think portions are nice, not to much not too little! Whether it's in person or throwing door dash I would get again, it's a nice friendly little diner
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Joshua U
Local Expert • 23 contributions
Didn't like
• 2/27/23
• DoorDash order
I got the six pack of burgers; their burgers are good... but I requested no pickle and extra onions (which I was charged extra for after ordering and paying). I received 6 burgers with barely the normal amount of onions and pickles on it.
I repeat, the food is generally amazing, but I'm disappointed I got charged extra for something I didn't receive and for having pickles which stop me from eating it... I would recommend going in person to confirm their food is made as requested
