Taystee’s Burgers Is Michigan’s Original “Burger Joint in a Gas Station”
Taystee’s Burgers wasn’t born in a fancy kitchen. Instead, we got our start inside a gas station in Dearborn, Michigan, in 2014.
We opened our original Dearborn location with a simple dream: To revolutionize gas station dining by supplying our customers with mouthwatering burgers that would shatter stereotypes and elevate expectations. Since then, we have worked tirelessly to share our vision with visitors to any of our 10 locations.
Over the last 10-plus years, our signature creations, like the now-legendary Ali’s Notch-Yo-Burger, featuring beef bacon and a fried egg, and our delectable sides, such as our hand-cut fries and cheese bites, have turned heads and tantalized taste buds. We have also sought to elevate our customers’ dining experience with premium options like brioche buns that perfectly complement our burgers.
Taystee’s Burgers is not just another restaurant randomly inserted into a gas station to catch travelers’ eyes. We have become a destination, with our loyal customers coming from throughout Michigan to enjoy our scrumptious food. We’re now on a new mission to transform Taystee’s into the quintessential burger havens in gas stations throughout the U.S., one perfectly cooked burger patty at a time!
At Taystee’s Burgers, our state-of-the-art setup enables us to seamlessly incorporate our locations into gas stations, proving that deliciousness doesn’t need an upscale address. We’re also so much more than just burgers; we’re a full-on culinary revolution, and we’re only just getting started.
When the first Taystee’s Burgers opened, we focused primarily on serving staples like our Taystee’s Original. But over time, our menu has evolved into more than just twists on classic American meals. It now includes everything from hot dogs and hot wings to bowls and wraps.
Taystee’s is never afraid to get creative with our signature Taystee’s Original Sauce or Taystee’s Spicy Mayo. We also allow our customers to create their own burgers, so that you can always enjoy our fresh, tasty meals your way. We even add off-the-wall ingredients, such as Cool Ranch Doritos, to some of our popular dishes, giving them an extra crunch and treating you to a truly unique experience.
Would you like to decide what to try first from Taystee’s? Take a look at our menu!
Providing Loyal Customers With the Best Burger Rewards Program
At Taystee’s, we believe in rewarding our most loyal customers, and we launched the Tay Bucks program to do just that. Simply buy burgers and earn great rewards, including burger coupons, as a “thank you” for choosing Taystee’s. Sign up for Tay Bucks now!
Do you have questions about Taystee’s Burgers, our menu, or one of our locations? Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for answers.
Scroll down to find the phone numbers for each of our 10 Taystee’s locations. We also invite you to visit our careers page if you’re interested in joining the Taystee’s team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out the most frequently asked questions about Taystee’s Burgers below.
Taystee’s Burgers opened our first location inside a gas station in Dearborn, MI, in 2014. Since then, we have expanded our operation, and we now have locations in Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Ann Arbor, Warren, Taylor, St. Clair Shores, Clarkston, Woodhaven, Plymouth, and Monroe. Find your nearest Taystee’s!
Taystee’s Burgers’ menu includes over 20 specialty burgers. Whether you want a basic burger or you’d like to build your perfect burger, Taystee’s has you covered! We also offer fresh, flavorful toppings, such as green peppers and grilled onions, to further enhance the taste of our dishes. Explore the full Taystee’s menu to see what’s cooking!
Yes! Taystee’s Burgers started in a gas station in Dearborn, Michigan, proving you don’t need an elegant location to serve the best burgers in town. Our innovative concept has changed the game for gas station dining.
Absolutely! Join our Tay Bucks program to earn rewards every time you indulge in your favorite specialty burger or customized creation. Sign up for our loyalty program within just minutes, and start earning points toward your next burger fix.
Taystee’s Burgers was founded by Ali Jawad in 2014, who launched the concept inside his grandfather’s gas station in Dearborn, Michigan. What began as a family experiment turned into Michigan’s original burger joint in a gas station, eventually earning Jawad a spot on Forbes 30 Under 30 Food & Drink in 2022.
The team set out from day one to prove gas station food could be destination-worthy, focusing on fresh ingredients, hand-cut fries, and bold signature burgers instead of typical convenience-store fare. That commitment paid off when the brand won the 2016 Detroit Burger Brawl, cementing its reputation as one of Southeast Michigan’s most talked-about burger stops.
