Diners in Birmingham, MI

The best diners in Birmingham, MI offer two distinct choices: a tiny hamburger landmark on Woodward Avenue and an informal American-and-Greek restaurant on Hamilton Row. Hunter House Hamburgers, at 33900 Woodward Ave, has the higher Google rating and larger review count: 4.5 stars from 2,867 reviews, compared with Greek Islands Birmingham’s 4.4 stars from 538 reviews. Hunter House centers on sliders with grilled onions, chili fries, shakes and hot dogs. Its casual, cozy setting has counter service rather than table service, making the service format a clear distinction between the two. It opens at 10 a.m. Monday through Saturday and stays open until 10 p.m.; Sunday hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Greek Islands Birmingham, at 221 Hamilton Row, opens earlier, at 9 a.m. daily, and closes at 9 p.m. Breakfast and brunch join lunch and dinner, with vegetarian options, comfort food and small plates among the offerings. Table service, high chairs and seating for groups distinguish it from Hunter House’s compact counter-service setup. Both restaurants offer children’s menus, outdoor seating, takeout and delivery, and both allow dogs outside. For drivers, Hunter House lists free street parking and free and paid lots, while Greek Islands Birmingham lists paid street parking.

  • Hunter House Hamburgers in Birmingham

    Hunter House Hamburgers

    4.5(2,867)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 2867 reviews (Google rating)

    Diner · $

    Open now · closes 10 PM

    Hunter House Hamburgers is a tiny landmark diner at 33900 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI.

  • Shish Kabob Xpress in Birmingham

    Shish Kabob Xpress

    4.7(629)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 629 reviews (Google rating)

    Diner · $

    Closed for today

    Shish Kabob Xpress is a Lebanese restaurant at 34186 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI, serving traditional Middle Eastern food and fresh…

  • Greek Islands Birmingham in Birmingham

    Greek Islands Birmingham

    4.4(538)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 538 reviews (Google rating)

    Diner · $

    Open now · closes 9 PM

    Greek Islands Birmingham is a diner at 221 Hamilton Row in Birmingham, MI, serving standard American and Greek meals in informal…