Big Boy

Cantonite P. 

on Yelp

11 years ago

We came in for a late lunch on Sunday and it was definitely an A-OK 4-star experience at best (more on the minus-1 in a minute). I had previously been here multiple times when I lived here and was fine with it as a quick bite to eat. We came because I had heard on a Yelp Talk message that they had what's called the Big Irish and that's what I wanted to get my wifey as she was helping me clean out my old house's garage. The atmosphere and service here is clean and wholesome. Our friendly older lady server was as attentive a... read more

Michael L. 

on Yelp

11 years ago

First time going to this location but I was really impressed. The layout is ok for the space and seems to be very clean. The wait staff was polite all the way around and I enjoyed my experience. My only complaint is the footprint of the location. It's very small and narrow and can be a real pain to park and leave on a full stomach. 

Lena F. 

on Yelp

11 years ago

My first time at a Big Boy restaurant , I really like it ! Very clean , the food was ok not the best , they came very often to ask us if we need something . So was a friendly restaurant . 

Lynn H. 

on Yelp

11 years ago

As some of you know, I am definitely not Big Boy fan. But this location is an exception. It is clean and updated looking, the service is attentive, and the food is well prepared. I'll never be the person who suggests going to Big Boy, but if someone else suggests it, I'll recommend this one. 

David O. 

on Yelp

12 years ago

I guess I had to move away from Detroit to realize just what a sucker I am for Big Boy. In Tennessee the old Big Boy Franchise Shoney's (Formerly known as Shoney's Big Boy) had a spat with the Big Boy franchise in the 1980s and it became its own entity. On one of my first visits I confidently ordered a "Big Boy" and they looked at me like I had just denounced their religion. But enough about another place! From a young age I have been a Big Fan of the Big Boy. I'm sure it has helped contribute to making me the "Big Boy" I... read more

Lola D. 

on Yelp

12 years ago

Had fish & chips and milk shake. Milk shakes are good and plentiful. Under $4 regular price and half off after 8pm. Fish and chips are worthy as well, and tarter sauce is one of the better tasting ones. Under $9 for the meal. Service was good and place appeared clean. Will go there again to investigate other menu items. 

J M. 

on Yelp

12 years ago

We went in for dessert after a very long, active day - and no sooner had we sat down than all the kids announced they were hungry. All the food was out fast, hot, and tasted fantastic. The restaurant was clean. The servers wore "Made in Detroit" shirts, which we really liked. All kids' meals come with a miniature bomb pop. Fantastic value for the money. While the children ate popsicles, my husband had a strawberry shake. He said it tasted homemade and was just right. I had apple pie a la mode and coffee. Phenomena... read more

Pauly G. 

on Yelp

13 years ago

Big Boys is a Classic Americana Diner who this year is celebrating 75 years! A pretty big miles stone these days. Big Boys is a Detroit staple. My Slim Jim was money, my natural cut french fries were super crispy which made it easy to slop up all that Heinz ketchup. The cream of broccoli is one of the best cups a soup you can get, broccoli florets and stems with tiny pieces of ham complemented by oyster crackers. The battered fish & chicken strips keep the kids satisfied until they get there free red, white & blue popsicl... read more

Lauren G. 

on Yelp

14 years ago

We came here for the seafood buffet one Friday during Lent. It was a random craving and we just wanted to go somewhere casual and cheap where we could gorge on lots of fried things and coleslaw. That we did, and happily. The food was what you'd expect, but I was quite surprised by the level of service at this Big Boy. Our waitress, though we ordered the buffet, kept refilling our drinks and making sure everything was okay. The host was a super nice guy and when he rang us up before we left was genuinely interested in making... read more