Metro Detroit’s best burgermeisters will battle it out for the title of “Best Burger.” Each will be given a chance to grind their own special meat blend on-site, grill up their creations and face a panel of judges who will determine the winner.  Guests are invited to watch Detroit’s best chefs throw down, eat all of the burgers they can and enjoy historic Eastern Market. The Burger Battle Detroit goes down in Shed 5 in Eastern Market on Sunday, June 25 from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. All photos courtesy of restaurants.

By Metro Times Staff for Burger Battle Detroit.

June 25, 2017
Basement Burger Bar The Basement Junk Burger is an 8oz. ground beef burger loaded with homemade red pepper mayo, spicy ketchup, garlic mayo and smoked BBQ ketchup, lettuce, pickle, hickory smoked bacon, mozzarella sticks, frickles, caramelized onions and onion straws, topped off with nacho cheese sauce.
Big Boy Two fresh seasoned beef patties with American cheese, shredded lettuce, mayonnaise and our famous red relish on a sesame seed bun. Combo served with fries and a side salad.
Cheli’s Chili Bar Owned by former Detroit Red Wings Defenseman and future Hall of Famer, Chris Chelios. Cheli’s Chili offers a taste of old Detroit, with great food and drinks.
Chive Kitchen  Chive Kitchen’s purpose is to offer vegan dishes that appeal to a wide range of tastes. The menu taps into Portuguese and Western European flavor profiles as well as flavors from California’s fusion cuisine including Mexican dishes and many traditional comfort dishes made vegan.
Detroit SOAR  The restaurant’s goal is to create a hub for the food community. A place where cultural boundaries are broken and the love for food is shared.
Dino’s Lounge Ferndale  No fuss, no frills, just some serious burgers outta Ferndale. That’s what you can expect from Dino’s Lounge at this year’s battle on June 25.
Firekeepers Casino and Hotel Nestled just off the main hotel lobby, Smoke ‘N Fire is the perfect spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner.  The Brawler Burger includes burnt ends, SNF coleslaw, applewood bacon, boursin cheese and a housemade bun.
Frita Batidos  FRITA BATIDOS is inspired by Cuban culture and a fantasy revolving around two staples in the world of Cuban street food – The FRITA – a burger traditionally made from spicy chorizo served with shoestring fries on top in a soft egg bun and BATIDOS – tropical milkshakes made with fresh fruit, crushed ice, and sweetened milk – with or without rum!
Legends Gentlemen’s Club  Legends… Michigan’s premier & largest Gentlemen’s Club, conveniently located in downtown Detroit just minutes from Greektown, the casinos, and stadium district. One of the reviews on yelp mentioned, “The food was superb!”
Revival Eatery  The Steak Stack Burger! Comes with House bacon, sauteed mushrooms, crispy friend onions, rosemary steak sauce and swiss cheese on a brioche bun.
Rock City Eatery The Lamb Burger, one of the most popular items on the menu comes with chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onion salad, feta cheese and harissa sauce on a soft sesame roll!
Grey Ghost Detroit  Nestled between the historic Brush Park and Midtown neighborhoods, Grey Ghost Detroit was born from dedicated craftsmen, committed to the art of butchery, refinement of crafting cocktails and unparalleled hospitality.
Rusted Crow  Rusted Crow Detroit is a brand new restaurant and bar located in Downtown Detroit! Try the mac and cheese burger with bacon and a mac and cheese patty!
Social Kitchen  A buzzy, stylish spot for creative comfort fare, cocktails & wines, with rooftop & sidewalk seating. This Turkey Burger comes with sesame, parsley salad, sriracha, homemade pita and garlic aioli.
Tommy’s Detroit Bar and Grill  Homemade mind blowing real burgers made daily from fresh ground chuck, never frozen; fresh turkey breast made in-house, never frozen; hand dipped chicken wings from fresh chicken in an award winning coating that will make your mouth water; and the best homemade corned beef on the planet! Credit: Facebook
Yum Village They strive for a system that equitably compensates talent and sustains a diverse workforce while celebrating culinary tradition and innovation. Through employer-driven workforce development and business incubation programs, Yum village envisions a prolific Detroit for all.
Axle Brewing Co. At Livernois Tap-Axle Brewing, the philosophy is simple: make great beer in the time-honored tradition with an eye toward innovation, and allow an independent spirit to guide us.
Bayview Yacht Club Here at Bayview we proudly serve you freshly prepared meals from scratch.  We have your favorite local fish and the finest cuts of meat all prepared for you to order, accompanied by fresh starches, vegetables, and sauces.
Toast Try the Holy Cow Burger with house blend beef, caramelized onions, wild mushrooms, gruyere, arugula, and balsamic mayo!
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