Hunter House Serving Up Delicious Sliders Since 1952
Birmingham's Hunter House since 1957 serving up some of the best slider hamburgers around
What is the Hunter House in Birmingham‘s secret to success regarding sliders? It’s just some loving and a good seasoned grill. Hunter House Hamburgers has been in the same spot on Woodward Avenue in Birmingham since 1952. Those living in the area could see life the same without their favorite burger place. This March celebrates another anniversary.
Hunter House History
Open since 1952, Hunter House Hamburgers has been named the best burgers in Michigan. I guess it’s all about the delicious onions grilled in the burger. The flavor stands out. A true slider recipe that can’t be beaten with the buns steamed hot. The building is a small porcelain box that has been a mainstay on Woodward Ave for more than my lifetime. Don Ellenwood, the founder, hand-dug the restaurant’s foundation and operated it for many years.
Al and Martha Papazian purchased this famous burger stand in 1982 and it has stayed in the family for three generations. Now, their daughter Susan Papazian Cobb, and grandson Kelly William Cobb operate the restaurant and food trucks. The next thing we have to do is get the building on the National Register of Historic Places of the city’s inventory of historic structures.
The Hunter House’s famous sliders and sides
Almost Lost to The Wrecking Ball
About 5 years ago progress almost destroyed this amazing establishment. The restaurant was in the news a few years ago, with risks of it being torn down and replaced by an office building. Tearing down this establishment would be devastating to the history of not only the Hunter House family, but also the entire community. The building, thank goodness, is still there but the fight continues.
The Menu Of Detroit Style Sliders And Fries
Even Will Ferrell Er I mean Chad Smith loves to stop in at Hunter House
A Birmingham tradition and for a good reason. Great burger and fries! If you’re in the mood for a seasoned burger with onions. If you want to compare them to a near by “Castle Type” burger, they are not even close. Believe me, the great food lives up to the hype from a host of reviews on Yelp and Trip Advisor. Check out the menu here
Get Ready to Eat: Restaurant Openings in the Coming Year
It’s a brand-new year, and plenty of great things are on the horizon! Whether it’s something personal or local happenings in Metro Detroit there’s plenty to look forward to. This year, Detroit has many places to check out, from eateries to bars and cafes.
Many of these places are expected to open this year. But it’s worth mentioning that opening dates tend to change and aren’t always set in stone. It’s best to keep tabs on these new local spots through their websites or social media for updates.
Awesome new restaurant additions.
Looking back at last year, we saw some awesome additions to the Detroit food scene. Alpino Detroit brought a European-influenced menu, Cibo Detroit found a home in Cambria Hotel, and Nepantla brought to the area vegan Mexican food (to name a few).
Yelp gave a shoutout to some of last year’s new restaurants in Detroit. Charminar Biryani House in downtown Detroit snagged the top spot, followed by Tonini’s Woodfired Pizzeria and Tiger Thai. These places are not just “hottest,” they’re the best, according to Yelp.
Supporting a local restaurant isn’t just good for them. It’s also good for you too. You’re likely to feel more at home in a small local place than at a big chain. Plus, local spots serve up dishes you won’t find anywhere else, from local staples to some seriously creative dishes.
Additionally, when you eat or drink at a neighborhood restaurant, you’re giving back to the community. Local spots create jobs and keep the money flowing right where it’s needed. As a bonus, they’re usually sourcing ingredients locally. Beyond these, there are numerous additional advantages, including contributing to environmental well-being and building connections with local vendors.
If you’re a foodie always on the lookout for the next delicious adventure, make sure to add these upcoming five Detroit joints to your must-try list.
Born in Mt Clemens, Screamin’ Scott has been a part of the Detroit airwaves for 30-plus years. With 40 years of experience in radio. When he’s not out on the streets for WCSX, you can find him devoting time to local charities with his, “Screamin Angels”; and for 16 years with Rock 4 Tots charity. And last 10 years with his local band, "Chit!." Screamin Scott likes to write about nostalgic Detroit area memories, classic rock, and local metro Detroit topics.
