The Original Detroit-Style BBQ

    Best BBQ Burgers in MichiganThe Original Detroit Style BBQ

    Half pound burger patty grilled to perfection — a Detroit-Style BBQ classic

    Detroit-Style Gratiot burger from Big Ken's Bar-B-Q

    The Gratiot Burger

    Our signature BBQ burger

    Cheeseburger at Big Ken's BBQ serving Detroit and Metro Detroit

    Classic Cheeseburger

    Fresh off the grill

    Thanksgiving Pre-Orders Are Open

    Orders close November 22 at 8 PM Eastern.

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    All Thanksgiving pre-orders must be placed in person at Big Ken’s Bar-B-Q and paid in full at the time of ordering.

    Thanksgiving Pickup Schedule

    • Wednesday, Nov 25: Normal hours, 11 AM – 8 PM
    • Thursday, Nov 26 (Thanksgiving): Pre-order pickup only, 11 AM – 1 PM. No regular restaurant service.
    • Friday, Nov 27: Normal hours, 11 AM – 10 PM

    21000 Gratiot Ave, Eastpointe, MI 48021

    Big Ken's Bar-B-Q is The Original Detroit-Style BBQ and serves up the best BBQ burgers in Eastpointe, Michigan, bringing customers from Detroit and across the Metro Detroit area. Our Gratiot Burger features a half pound burger patty grilled to perfection and served with Big Ken's famous sauce—a true Detroit-Style classic.

    If you're searching for burgers near me, BBQ burgers in Detroit, or authentic Metro Detroit barbecue, Big Ken's Bar-B-Q is the local spot for real, made-to-order burgers. Every burger is prepared fresh and cooked on our grill—no microwaves, no shortcuts.

    Located in Eastpointe, MI, Big Ken's Bar-B-Q proudly serves customers from Detroit, Warren, Roseville, Harper Woods, and surrounding Michigan communities. Whether you want a classic cheeseburger or our signature Gratiot Burger loaded with BBQ goodness, we deliver bold flavor in every bite.

    Complete your burger with our famous sides like french fries, loaded fries, or coleslaw for the ultimate Detroit-style BBQ meal.

    Ready to Try Our Famous Burgers?

    Visit us in Eastpointe or view our full menu online

    Visit Big Ken's Bar-B-Q

    Location

    21000 Gratiot Ave
    Eastpointe, MI 48021

    Hours

    Wed & Sun: 11am-8pm
    Friday: 11am-10pm

    Serving BBQ Burgers Across Metro Detroit

    We proudly serve customers from these Michigan communities:

    EastpointeDetroitWarrenRosevilleHarper WoodsSt. Clair ShoresClinton TownshipFraserSterling HeightsGrosse Pointe

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