Royale with cheese may just be Detroits hidden gem. Tucked in midtown is this restaurant! Super cool right from the bat because it's all brought to life from one of the most iconic movie quotes ever, in Pulp Fiction! So there's decor from the film everywhere and the menu items are slogans and quotes from the movie, pretty cool. That being said everything does have a super cool and BOLD twist to it! We tried a lot and absolutely everything was incredible. Mac & cheese bites are super flavorful and moist, not dry like most places. Grilled cheese & tomato soup is next level and the perfect flavor combo!! The ravioli is a MUST try!!! & don't skip on the KRUNCHER SPICY BURGER (not pictured) the best thing on the menu!! Also, dont leave without trying one of their milkshakes. Super clean place, amazing service, friendly & quick, and the food is out of this world. Can't wait to go back for more! read more

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I don't know where to begin. I'm a huge Pulp Fiction fan, so Royale with Cheese was an easy stop--especially with a downpour rolling in. I had just gotten into Detroit from NJ and was debating hitting the Tigers vs. Red Sox game that night, but decided to slow it down, walk around, and grab a real meal instead of rushing it. The place sits at a 4.2 on Yelp and leans into the film's iconic line. After checking out photos, I was all-in on getting a burger--but ended up pivoting. Walking in, it's clean with a rustic vibe. On the left, two large monitors cycle through the menu (a little fast, honestly), but the QR code helps you actually read it without pressure. You order at the counter, pay, grab a number, and they bring the food to your table. Simple, smooth setup. The menu's full of character-inspired names, which is a nice touch. I went with the Royale Fries & Brisket--seasoned fries topped with 18-hour smoked brisket, smoked Gouda cheese fondue, coleslaw, and honey-ancho BBQ sauce. Good move, especially since I wasn't in the mood for a bun. The brisket had great flavor but could've been a bit more generous. The fries, though, carried. They had that curly-fry-style seasoning (even if they didn't fully commit to the curl), and the combo of BBQ, slaw, and Gouda worked. I'd come back just for that. I was ready to skip dessert... until I saw people walking out with shakes. Not a huge selection, but cereal-inspired flavors--CEREAL. I got the Cinnamon Toast Crunch shake. Easy recommendation. On the way out, I grabbed a s'mores cookie and saved it for later that night. Soft, gooey center, marshmallow, Hershey's chocolate in the middle, and a full graham cracker on the bottom. I've had s'mores cookies in NYC and back home in NJ--this one hit. Really good. Staff was friendly and easygoing. Quick story: there's a sign telling you not to touch the cookies because the marshmallow sticks to the wrapper. I asked about it, got the explanation... and still did it anyway. Ended up scraping (and yeah, licking) it off. Zero regrets. Shoutout to the chefs, owners, and staff. Solid 4 stars--great food overall, but could use a little more brisket and the theme doesn't go quite as far as it could. read more

Royale with Cheese - Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shake and S'mores Cookie - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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When I have to work in office, this is always an option for lunch!!!! If you don't try anything else, get the garlic parm fries....then thank me later. Today I got the Vincent Vega. After driving back to work, dealing with an immediate issues and finally eating an hour later MY FOOD WAS STILL DELICIOUS!! Chicken crunchy, fries still tasty and I was soooo happy. Ohhhh and they have Pepsi products read more

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As a bit of a burger connoisseur, I like to think I know my way around a good patty. So, when I checked out Royale With Cheese in Detroit, I went in with a discerning palate. My take? It's... alright. The Pulp Fiction theme is definitely the star here. For fans of the movie, it's genuinely a fun, nostalgic trip with clever little nods everywhere. They clearly put effort into the ambiance, making it a decent spot for a casual hang if you're into the film's vibe. But for me, as someone who really appreciates a standout burger, the food itself landed firmly in the "just okay" category. While some of their more creative ideas, like the Kruncher burger or the Fried Mac & Cheese bites, pique interest, the core burger patties often felt under-seasoned or a bit bland. They lean heavily on the toppings, sauces, and cheese to carry the flavor, which isn't always a bad thing, but it left me wanting more from the beef itself. I've had better, more distinctive flavor from patties elsewhere. And honestly, the buns could sometimes be a bit soggy or not adequately toasted, which really impacts the overall texture of a good burger. The "Royale Fries" are generally solid--crispy potato wedges that hold their own, especially the Garlic Parmesan. But other appetizers, like the Nacho Cheese Ravioli, frankly reminded me of something you'd pull from a freezer bag and warm up. Service is usually efficient, fitting that "fast-food but good food" ethos, and the place feels clean. My main hang-up, though, comes down to value. For what you get, especially if the burger isn't truly knocking it out of the park, the prices can feel a bit steep. An $11 "just a burger" needs to deliver more than just "good enough." So, while Royale With Cheese offers a pleasant enough visit, particularly if you're there for the Pulp Fiction novelty, it didn't quite hit the mark for me as a top-tier burger destination. It's fine if you're in the area and craving a themed burger, but I wouldn't make a special trip expecting a truly exceptional culinary experience. read more

A darn good burger. That's it, that's the review. There's just something right about this place. From the decor to the food. Shout out to the Beirut and the Cajun fries for making my day. read more

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With a name like "Royale with Cheese" comes an expectation of 'Pulp Fiction' in the mix and Royale with Cheese does not disappoint. Counter service ordering but table side food delivery was very good. Ambiance was very cool. The menu and some art in the dining room absolutely represent 'Pulp Fiction' and I was expecting it and glad to see it! HAVANA BREAKFAST FEEL BURGER Beef Patty, Turkey Bacon, Fried Egg, Fries, Cheese Fondue, Chipotle Ketchup, Royale Sauce. I chose the Salt & Pepper fries and a fountain drink (lemonade), and a "Vincent approved" Vanilla Bean Shake to finish it all off right. Great job, Royale with Cheese staff! read more

Royale with Cheese - Havana burger w/ salt & pepper fries and lemonade - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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We need a quick bite and Royale was close and to be cheesy, I like the theme. We walked in and the cook was at the door- he then held the door for us an hopped behind the counter. I was a little weirded out by this but honestly, the food totally made up for my reservations. I had a cheeseburger and garlic parm fries with a shake. The burger hit the table and looked like it was liquid cheese (like beer cheese) and it was DELICIOUS!!! The garlic parm fries were alright. Would have been a little better if the garlic parm sauce was more liquid and distributed evenly like on garlic parm wings. But I liked the wedges direction. The shake- went with cinammon toast crunch. it's my favorite cereal and have never had that as a shake flavor. It was good. My kids loved it. The murals on the walls as an ode to Pulp Fiction not the best executed but I like the vision and I love a theme. Why not 5 stars? Just need to class the place up a little like don't keep a mop bucket next to the entrance, the condiment station should be stocked and kept clean. Small things that make patrons feel better about establishments. read more

Royale with Cheese - Garlic parm fries - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Visited Royale with Cheese with my family for a late lunch. We ordered the Southwest Royale Wrap, Kruncher Burger, Vincent Vega (a classic fried chicken sandwich), and the Mushroom Onion Swiss Burger with Cajun fries. The halal meat was incredibly fresh and juicy, and the sauces, cheese, and fresh ingredients paired perfectly with it. The wrap featured crisp, fresh veggies and was probably the healthiest option of the bunch. The fries were made from real potatoes, crunchy, and lightly salted (the herb fries were especially delicious). The restaurant has a cozy diner vibe with plenty of tables, making it a great spot for families. Can't wait to visit again soon! read more

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Let me tell y'all something! This food is so good. The honey bunny or chicken Caesar chicken wrap, yes absolutely. Me and my boyfriend sat in the car and ate our food then literally reordered and ate again! lol that should tell you right there! The ambiance is pretty laid back. Their menu situation pissed me off at first but the food and good service made up for it honestly. And then Cajun tots!!!! Chefs kiss!!! read more

Royale with Cheese - Chicken Caesar wrap Cajun tots - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Loved the porch area of this restaurant. So relaxing! We didn't actually get a burger. Instead - the special - cheesesteak. And tater tots. Both were very good. Great quick meal in Detroit. read more

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Great spot for a burger and fries! I love the nacho cheese raviolis! All of their cheese/ sauces are so yummy and creative. Great atmosphere for a laid back atmosphere! The soup with the grilled cheese is amazing as well. read more

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Gotta give it up to this place the athmospher and the decorations and the whole place it selfs give u awesome vibes the trevolta and Jackson art is amazing. The burgers wer delicious and the fries wer perfect. I also had a shake and let me tell u It did not disappoint it was all that's. Service was great. read more

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I came to visit Detroit with my friend last week and we stopped here for lunch. The staff was incredibly kind, welcoming and helpful the moment we walked through the door. The food was also amazing! I got the lunch special with the American cheese burger, garlic parmesan fries and a drink. Absolutely amazing - I cleared my plate, there were no survivors. Thank you so much! I'll be making a beeline back to here if I ever return to Detroit read more

Royale with Cheese - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I love the unique bite offerings here. Fast food counter service. Enjoyed the artwork. Had offerings had "drunk hangover food" vibes written all over the menu. Fried mac and cheese, cheese fondue, and royale sauce. Excellent flavor. Enjoyed the textures. Nacho cheese ravioli (Deep fried Doritos ravioli filled with jalapeno nacho cheese and roasted tomato sauce). This was fun but just tasted like frozen foods mixed together. Solid value for its size. read more

Royale with Cheese - Insta: @mmmashterchef Fried Mac and Cheese - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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This burger place is near my apartment so I had to try it. It had a good variety of burgers on the menu. The burgers are not bad and the fries are ok. The nice thing is you can pick a seasoning for the fries, I always get the Parmesan garlic seasoning. The parking is the difficult part, you need to street park. There is plenty of seating. read more

Royale with Cheese - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The service was fantastic, the atmosphere was great.. clean and so were the bathrooms. The food was amazing. Got the Just-a-burger. And fries. However,,, my review is mostly about the fried macaroni and cheese... I have been a macaroni and cheese connoisseur since I was probably three years old... the fried macaroni and cheese here is by far the best mac & cheese I've ever eaten! I do not have enough adjectives to describe it! Eat them when you're hungry. Eat them before you have your burger and fries. Try them. You'll be glad you did! read more

Royale with Cheese - Fried Mac n Cheese - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Wow. Wow. Wow. I had high expectations with a place called Royale with Cheese and this place did not disappoint. From the menu, to the fact that they were halal to the staff - hands down 5 stars! They had a great burger offering as well as healthier options for anyone interested. I ordered the Beirut burger with BBQ flavored fries and a fruity pebble shake. My daughter got the kids chicken meal and everything was phenomenal. I was wowed by the flavor and cannot wait to go back! I highly recommend the homemade flavored fries and their shakes. Everything was top notch! read more

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Overall restaurant is a 3. Reason being the burger was insanely salty the chips they use are very strong. They had ketchup but none in the bottle, did not have their straws stocked and no napkins readily available with the other amenities. The best thing we had was the fried Mac n cheese. Good service though friendly staff. read more

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WOW, I've had Royale with Cheese bookmarked since coming back to Detroit in Aug '23. So happy I finally ordered! It was all very tasty, delicious meal of Garlic herb parm fries with Kruncher Burger! While Vanilla milkshake in freezer, chillin :) Salty, as expected with great flavors, nice jalapeños for spice. Fries so good, saving most for another meal. Heat up in air fryer tomorrow, I hope I can wait! If you're ready to go off your diet (norm I choose healthier, organic choices 80-90%/wk), this could be worth it for you too! read more

Royale with Cheese - Garlic herb, parm fries with Kruncher Burger! While Vanilla milkshake in freezer :) - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The best spot for burgers! Everything I've tried here is amazing. Located in the heart of midtown, I love coming here before events in Detroit. The service is great, the staff are so friendly, and the food is delicious. My fiancé is a longtime customer and made me fall in love with this spot. The owner is extremely friendly and personable. He always makes an effort to talk to people coming in and gets to know them, and also makes sure you're having a great experience while dining in :) I've tried the nacho cheese ravioli and Mac and cheese bites for apps and I loved both. They're perfect to start. For my main, I love the Havana burger. It's so juicy and flavorful. Pro tip: add kruncher chips to the havana burger, it's a game changer. I've tried a couple of their milkshake flavors too and they were great. Milkshakes are the perfect consistency and there are so many different flavors to try. The art and decor are so fun. I always love looking around at the art while eating, it never gets old. Overall I love this spot and I highly recommend trying it! read more

Royale with Cheese - Nacho Cheese Ravioli - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Average burger. First time here and had the "Detroit Burger Week" burger. It was a little thin for my personal preference. It was not bad, but also did not impress me. Right in the middle. read more

Royale with Cheese - Detroit Burger Week 2024 - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

We went here for a quick and easy weekend dinner before the Orchestra. This place was pretty packed - we got one of the last two tables and it took about 20 minutes to get our food. We ordered: Kruncher ($11.50) - This was messy to eat but a good burger in general. The patty was seasoned well and had the requisite pink along the center. It was topped with corn and a mix of peppers along with kettle-cooked japapeno chips and possibly some fritos. There was a ton of queso slathered on, dripping all over the tray. This was all on a high quality, fluffy bun. (4/5) Vincent Vega ($9) - For some reason, the chicken patty was cut in half even though I didn't think it needed to be cut. The patty itself was thin and breaded very evenly with a uniform thickness as if done by an industrial machine. If you had told me this was a pre-breaded food service patty, I would have believed you. It was on the dry side, although it was probably due to the thinness of the patty. I'm not really sure what made it a "Cuban Fried Chicken" The pickles were also kind of limp and soggy rather than being crisp. I wasn't a huge fan of this one. (2/5) Royale Fries Fresh Herb and Garlic-Parmesan ($4) - These are very unique fries, kind of curved like a potato chip but much thicker. The thickness is not uniform so there are areas that are crunchier throughout like a chip and some areas with a still fluffy interior. The parmesan flavor really comes through as a topping, although it seemed like a pre-grated Kraft parmesan cheese (5/5) Stick with the burgers and fries here and you won't be disappointed. read more

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DELICIOUS! I went to Royale w Cheese last weekend and I'm still thinking about that burger, fries and milkshake! I had plain fries, but my SIL got them w Parmesan and those were divine--know what I'm getting next visit!! Asked the fella making my shake if the Cap n Crunch Berries shake was any good and he said it was his fav--he didn't lead me astray!! read more

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I will always love this place. The krancher is always amazing. Superb milkshakes & now they discount WSU students. read more

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I just visited for some dinner with my partner and it was SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GOOOOD! Ugh! Just delicious. The menu is simple, like the decor, but the flavor is insane! I could eat an entire tray of their Garlic & Parm fries alone, but I did get 'Just a Burger' and some of their Tomato Basil soup, which I won't lie, I was worried would be really bland, but it was amazing! It had so much flavor and was so thick and creamy. I ended up dipping my fries in it to finish it off. My burger itself was cooked perfectly and has the best grilled flavor I've had on a burger in a while. My partner got the Mia Wallace and wolfed down every single bite and he also tried the Cookie Crumble Shake and sipped that until the straw hit the bottom. I'm not a huge fan of shakes with my meal, but I did enjoy 2-3 sips and they were JUST as delicious as the food. Do not miss out! Royale with Cheese is excellent! read more

Royale with Cheese - Just a Burger - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Cool spot with fun decor and friendly staff. The brisket loaded fries were very good and loaded with sauce. The breading on the fried chicken sandwich was fantastic and full of flavor. The Beirut Burger had great flavors and was overall very good, but the single thin patty wasn't really proportionate with the rest of the burger. Overall a great spot with quality food and a creative, diverse menu. read more

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Awesome Pulp Fiction Theme burger joint. Great burgers. Crazy tasty fries hand done and tossed in Garlic Parm. Also the fried Ravioli app is just next level. I think about that Ravioli often read more

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This is one of our go-to halal food spots when in the area. The burger flavors are so unique and delicious. My favorites are Havana and Kruncher burgers. Also the Nacho Cheese Ravioli are a must! The decor is so fun. read more

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My husband & I love this place!! We don't go down to Detroit very often, but we try to come here at least a handful of times throughout the year! The fried Mac & cheese bites are delicious & we LOVE their grilled cheese & soup! It was such a perfect, cheesy combo on the cold Saturday afternoon we went. We always get their shakes with our meals because they are too tasty to pass up! The workers are always friendly & helpful. It is not a very large place, but they've got a few 2 person, 4 person, & 6 person tables. I cant wait to come back to try their brisket sandwich! read more

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*Meat is Halal ** customer service is kind *** restaurant is clean with some seating tables **** the brisket is I highly recommend: 1) The Royale Brisket Sandwich which has a unique and spicy flavor (actually on a burger bun not bread; don't be fooled by the "between the bread" labelling on the menu) 2) shakes- vanilla my personal favorite Other options: 3) kruncher- good crunchy and spicy vibe. Just a decently good burger but nothing to write home about 4) royale fries and brisket- fries with a sweet brisket flavor topped with coleslaw read more

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We ordered door dash for lunch. I got the just burger which was delicious. The meat was tender and the toppings were fresh. Cajun fries were good , wedge like fries of some weird sort not to spicy but I added a few sprinkles of salt. One co worker had the cap n crunch milkshake and stated it was delicious. The Royal Fries and Brisket was delicious I sampled a little bit from my co worker, next time I'm getting that. We will be ordering again from them. read more

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Pros: Very tasty burgers with unique flavors! But super messy too, so be sure to grab extra napkins. The fried Mac and cheese was delicious, and the Cookie Butter and Nutella shake was Cons: Seemed overpriced for the amount you receive. It wasn't too busy but took about 25 minutes to get our food, which seemed like a while for a fast casual place. read more

Royale with Cheese - Fried Mac and Cheese - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Popped in after riding bikes downtown. Left without ordering as there are no vegan options.

Easily one of the best customer service experiences I've had, everyone was super nice and friendly. Burger was amazing with unique options, never had the style of fries they have but they were really good. Milkshake were great too. Nice clean building inside and Wayne State students get 20% off. read more

The Burgers: Juicy, messy but in a good way and very creative. The Royal Fries: AMAZING and perfectly topped off with the slaw The Shakes: cereal based which i absolutely love! Cinnamon Toast Crunch being my favorite cereal as a shake was a dream to have. Service: very cool people behind the counter that are fast and willing to help you with any questions. read more

Royale with Cheese - Burgers Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Not as good as I remember, sadly! The service was slow, but polite and nice. The food portions were less than stellar. However, the food was good. The service and taste made it 4 instead of 3 stars. The milkshakes were the best part! I don't think we will be back as this was not an expense would want to have again. *** no iced tea! read more

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Went to the DIA with the kids and decided to go try this restaurant. The name and decor plays off the Pulp Fiction line about "you know what they call a quarter pounder in France?" The lils had 'Lil Burgers' which came with smiley fries and a drink for $6 which is a pretty good deal for a pretty good burger. They also had the Cookie Butter and Nutella shake which was really quite something. My oldest and I split their Handmade deep-fried Doritos Ravioli filled with Jalapeño Nacho Cheese, served on 'New World' Roasted Tomato Sauce. It was just okay, the sauce being the best part. We also split the "All Up In Your Grill" Cheese Sandwich which consisted of "Cheese fondue, smoked gouda, parmesan, fried egg, turkey bacon served with roasted tomato basil soup." We skipped the turkey bacon. We also had a side of the garlic and parmesan, herb fries. These could have been warmer. It was also just okay. The soup was good but also wasn't hot enough. And it was a little strange that the mains came on metal trays and the appetizers were on regular, rectangular plates, but the soup was in a disposable plastic 'takeout' container. Some of the upkeep could have been better too. No napkins in the dispenser. I asked for more and got a stingy few more. I ended up using tp from the restroom too. What can I say, kids are messy? We weren't being wasteful. Otherwise the service was fine and relatively quick. I give it a 3.5, rounds to 4, mostly on the strength of their signature burgers. (I tried bites from the kids' burgers too) I wish I had bought one of those. We don't make it down to Detroit too often, so I have a feeling this will be our only visit. I think Burgrz offers a comparable product, closer by. read more

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Best burger EVER! I had the spicy one with a side of BBQ sauce. The manager is super cool he told me all Wayne state students get a discount w Id or canvas. The vibes pretty chill to honestly def should check it out! read more

It was late and the weather was horrible when my daughter and I wanted a burger on our way from the airport and found this on yelp so we dropped in. The place was clean and staff was friendly. We ordered two different burgers, cut them in half and shared. We both liked both of them. One was a spicy one and I can't for anything remember what the names of them were. We also got the fried Mac and cheese balls which were ok. read more

Bathrooms had much room for opportunities. The man who took our order was very nice but the young man who delivered the food did not seem happy to be working. He did his job. Food was good. Would probably go again to give it another try. read more