Absolute horrible experience. It took an hour and a half for a pizza and a pound of wings. And when the food finally arrived it was burnt. They say they might take longer for home cooked food, not fast food, but this experience was ridiculous. Never returning.
Overall, my partner and I like Buddy's. The establishment appears to be a favorite spot for locals. The food is decent and service is great
My partner and I have been trying different restaurants in the neighborhood and we had to try Buddy's because it looked inviting and the parking lot indicates they always have customers.
Although the interior is a little tired, the restaurant was clean and tidy. It appears to be a favorite local bar where "the guys" and families are regulars alike. We chatted up our server, Darleen, who told us she had been a server here for about 2 decades. On top of her great service, we thought Darleen was lovely and charming.
We ordered the Mexican pizza, French onion soup and garlic bread. I was impressed by the quality of the pizza considering it's coming from a local bar/pub. The portion was equivalent to a large pizza from will known pizza chain, but the crust was much crispier. The soup was definitely photogenic with loads of cheese on top. The garlic bread looked unassuming, and it was better than it looked. I was a little disappointed that the beer on tap was all of the domestic brands you would expect, which I find a little uninteresting.
Overall this seems like a good place to watch hockey, or enjoy live music on a Friday or Saturday evening. My partner and I are likely to return occasionally - the place and the people gave us good vibes.
Had the Lasagna. Chef Mike made it. By that I mean microwave. Noodles were hardened and rubbery. I swear it tasted exactly the same as PC lasagna with some extra cheese sprinkled on top.
I have been here several times now. The food and service are very good. Nice atmosphere at this place. Buddy is a good owner who interacts with his customers.
Love the wood burning fireplace. Hubby had the perogies and enjoyed them. I had the beef dip and it was delicious. Not many places have beef dip on the menu anymore so next time I'm craving one, I know where I'll be heading! Kiddo is gluten free and not many options for that so they had a Greek salad. Dressing was homemade, which is always nice. Service was good, friendly. It's obvious most of the clientele are regulars as they were greeted by name when they came in and 3 separate tables ended up as 1 big one by the end of our meal.
I’ve come here a few times. Every time I’ve felt unwelcome, which is the opposite of how I’d expect to feel at such an establishment (i.e. Low key local neighbourhood bar). You kinda just get the feeling that unless you’ve been coming here for the past 30 years, you’re not welcome.
Buddy's Roadhouse is starting to be a regular hangout for me as friends keep recommending it for a catch-up drink.
It's a standard roadhouse menu with, unsurprisingly, few vegan and vegetarian options—there are some salads. The fries, including a sweet potato option, don't meet a vegan's or vegetarian's needs as they are fried in the same oil as some of their meat options. Clearly, I can't speak to the quality of the food options, but I can note that my drunken friends seem to enjoy it.
The beer options are limited to standard corporate brands. Craft beer options are limited to non-existent. I wish they would expand their options here.
Hubby and I went for wings last night. Delicious! And kudos to the wait staff! It was a full house they had very few waitresses, but yet we're so attentive and fast!
Chicken wings the way they were meant to be, hot and crisp. Had wings, pizza, garlic bread with cheese and potatoe skins. Fantastic, throw in cold beers and that neighborhood bar atmosphere A true hidden gem. Great service and cooks.
I am very, very lucky to have Buddy's as a neighborhood pub. This place is amazing. It has a vibe that cannot be replicated. It is a true neighborhood gem. The food is great, but the Buddy Style wings are a must try.