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Bates Hamburgers
- Restaurants
- Livonia, MI
About this business
Bates Hamburgers of Livonia serves up some of the freshest burgers in the area. With grilled onions and steamed buns, these burgers bring in diners from miles around. With quick service and friendly atmosphere, this local favorite will soon become one of your favorites as well.
Location details
33406 Five Mile Road, Livonia, MI, 48154, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
I use to work there full time on day shift and some afternoons in 1970 and 1971. Met a lot of people, great morning staff, worked with Jane, Sue and another lady. Also worked 2 part time jobs in afternoons at a bowling alley and a Pinto car shop doing glove compartments ! Hi John ! Remember the DeLisle twins? Karen worked the afternoons.
Don't Take the Frys – Food is good; however, the friendliness of the staff is less than desirable unless you are a "regular" who they tend to cader too.... Also, don't take the frys of the counter unless they tell you to, if you do, you will probably be informed "not to do it again". Bates Hamburgers LOST two customers today due to their lack of tact, respect and over abundance of rudeness!
RECORD EATEN! – I was wondering the most amount of bates burgers anyone has eaten in one sitting?? My record is 4! I KNOW someone out there can top that!!
Great Hamburgers – Handmade burgers cooked in onions, steamed buns, great flavor, good price.
GREAT FOOD – A warm and friendly setting you can sit and relax, and look at the cars go by. AND think of the good old days when times was better. It is the first place i think of when i want a memory of the south!!!!!
Can't beat the burgers! – Bates is legendary in Livonia. If you haven't been there, you must try it. The burgers, while a bit greasy are extremely tasty. Try the crinkled fries and a shake with your burgers as well. Bates used to be open much later back in the day. They close earlier these days so check the hours prior to making the trek.
One of the last "porcelain palaces" around – Oh yes! This place has stuck with the basics! I absolutely love the old "porcelain palaces". Everytime I am in the neighborhood I stop by for three with everything, a coke, and an order of fries well done. The one MAJOR problem with this place is they have no public restroom! I think that is even against Michigan law!
Very Underrated!!! – I don't know what "Very Overrated is talking about below (probably just a complainer)...Bates is one of the last bastions of real take out hamburgers left in the area!!! Crisp crinkle fries, fountain soda, REAL milk shakes and hamburgers that make the so-called sliders kings run in fear! This place is a Livonia landmark that should be revered.
WHAT CAN I SAY-A LIVONIA LANDMARK THATS BURGERS NEVER CHANGED – I am 49 years old and have lived in Livonia all my life. I must admit I don't go to Bates real often, but I would have to say I visit it at least once a month when I get this incredible craving for it. The burgers are greasy, but that is the reason they taste so fantastic !!! Try their fries extra crispy!!!! I've never had better.
Frequently asked questions about Bates Hamburgers
How is Bates Hamburgers rated?
Bates Hamburgers has a 4.6 star rating with 3,434 reviews.
When is Bates Hamburgers open?
Bates Hamburgers is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
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