Buddy’s bar-b-q

$ • Barbeque, American

Hours:
4500 N Broadway, Knoxville
(865) 687-2959

About Buddy’s bar-b-q

Buddy’s Bar-B-Q in Knoxville, TN, is known for its delicious, consistently good food and friendly service. Customers often praise the smell that makes mouths water and the tasty sides, desserts, and drinks. The atmosphere is generally pleasant, although loud music can be a downside for some, and the restaurant is noted for being very clean, including bathrooms and lobby areas. The staff is mostly friendly and respectful, with many customers appreciating their efforts, especially when they apologize and make fresh food if mistakes happen. However, some reviews mention occasional issues with food quality and accuracy, such as dry brisket, stale fries, or missing sauce, which can be disappointing. Despite this, the overall experience is positive, with many customers returning for the good food and friendly service, especially during busy times like holidays. The restaurant is appreciated for its quick service, cleanliness, and the quality of its food, including the smoked turkey for special occasions. Though there are occasional lapses, the majority of guests find Buddy’s Bar-B-Q a reliable spot for tasty meals and friendly staff.

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Buddy’s bar-b-q Reviews

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266 ratings
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Food
4.4
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Service
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Clinton.Tn

Went though the drive thru and bought brisket dinner and a brisket sandwich. The brisket was like wallet leather dry and the fries were stale and cold

I took it inside and the crew today was so respectful and thoughtful. They apologized and made fresh fries and the just had fresh brisket come out.

I will def. Retired because of the customer service I experienced.

However, ensuring food meets quality before being served should be more...read full review

I will never spend another dime at the Clinton location.. I've given them multiple attempts to get it right but at this point No more for me or my family.. The last 4 yes (4) trips have not been worth feeding it to my dog... Bbq is nasty dry garbage and the fries are like cold cardboard and the hush puppies are not fit to eat just nasty heck even the lemon pie was molded let alone freeze burnt.
I'm just amazed how some of the fast food places keep making money with the garbage...read full review

Ok, so I eat at Buddy's BBQ all the time. So today I go to the Bearden location for an early lunch. Get my food and drink and go to a table by the windows. As I am sitting there eating, small black ants are crawling everywhere, along the windows sills and even on my table while I was trying to eat. I killed about 3 . I did notice ants were on other tables along the windows. Plus the windows sills were dirty and nasty. Number 2, the TV was on and extremely loud....and what was...read full review

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Hours

Monday 10:30AM - 9:30PM
Tuesday 10:30AM - 9:30PM
Wednesday 10:30AM - 9:30PM
Thursday 10:30AM - 9:30PM
Friday 10:30AM - 10PM
Saturday 10:30AM - 10PM
Sunday 10:30AM - 9:30PM
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