Buddylou's Eats Drinks & Antiques

We had such a fun visit to this eclectic place. It’s decorated with a lot of fun and interesting memorabilia from the last century. The staff was so friendly and welcoming. The food was interesting and tasty. The basement and second floor was full of antiques- I found a 100 year old Corona type writer on sale for $60 and saw it on eBay for $1000. Will look great in our den. The best part was that our dog was able to join us and had her own menu. She was thrilled and we had a great time.

We were excited to stop here after taking a look at the menu online, and we were also looking forward to the antiques. Unfortunately, we were disappointed on both fronts. When we arrived, one of the waitress's asked us if we wanted to eat upstairs or downstairs. The wait time downstairs was lower, and we were on a long drive from DC back to Ohio, so we picked downstairs. What the girl failed to tell us is that they serve two different menus based on where you sit, so all the food we were excited about? Couldn't order any of it. We were told it was a ten minute wait, no one took our name or anything, we were told to look around the tiny antique/ice cream store hybrid while we waited. I found a pair of salt shakers that were cute, but after purchasing, we discovered that they were extremely dirty inside, as if they had never been cleaned. Not a good look. When we popped back out to check on the wait, we were told to just go sit down at a table that didn't have enough chairs-- my dad had to stand until the waitress interrupted another table to ask to borrow a chair for us to use. Apparently we should've just waited outside and snatched a table as soon as it opened, cafeteria-style. We ordered our drinks, the soda came in glass bottles and the other drinks were in to-go cups with no lids. We ordered the pretzel bites as an appetizer, my mother got the margherita pizza, my brother got the prime rib sandwich, I got the dog-gone burger, and my father got the "steam roller" hot dog with duck fries. The pretzels were burnt, and the cheese sauce that they came with was tasteless and watery (see picture). It took about forty minutes for us to get them, so I guess they needed that extra time to burn them. We waited OVER AN HOUR for the rest of the food, at what was supposed to be a quick stop. The pizza was awful, with toppings sliding off, thin, orange sauce, and terrible crust (see picture). The duck fries, which were more expensive than the normal fries, tasted exactly the same as the normal fries that came with our sandwiches. The only difference was some massive flakes of parmesan that apparently make them worth $10. The hot dog was fine, and the burger was decent but a little concerningly pink on the inside for being "medium". The prime rib sandwich was chewy, but fine. The "kitchen" is essentially a trailer with what seemed to be only one cook inside. Despite having only one or two other tables the entire time we were there, we barely saw our waitress-- at one point she disappeared and a different girl brought us our food and the check. $80 check for horrendous service and below average food. We left $100 and got the hell out, screw the change-- we didn't want to be stuck there any longer! Left so fast that I forgot to grab my dirty salt shakers. TL;DR, don't go here unless you want to waste your time and overpay for the slowest food truck known to man.

Buddylou's is everything I could ever want in a restaurant! The food was SO good, especially the crab fries! I highly recommend them. The atmosphere is so quaint and cozy with every wall decorated from top to bottom with antiques. It is also the most dog friendly restaurant I've ever been to and I absolutely love that! Also, I love how they have their own little ice cream shop downstairs. The homemade butterscotch pudding they have there is out of this world! My fiance and I said we will be craving this on the daily now. I also want to give a shout-out to our server, Jordan, who was just as sweet as could be and super attentive. We can't wait to go back on our next road trip through the area!

We’ve been here twice recently for brunch and were pleasantly surprised both times!! The Bloody Mary is a perfect execution of a classic Bloody Mary, the meatball appetizer is so hearty and cheesy I could eat just that and leave satisfied. Service was delightful both times, shout out to Lori who was quite kind and lovely. Today I got the breakfast skillet, but the Benedict and sausage gravy have both been on point in the past. From food, to service, to venue you can’t go wrong if you’re patient and there for the vibes. Bonus points for the cool playlist.

***Guys take your ladies here for a date!!!*** The term hidden gem doesn't seem to do justice to the truly magnificent establishment. Buddylou's offers to those weary explorers willing to traverse westward into marylands Appalachian ridge. From top to bottom Buddylou's offers cycles for rent along the Potomac, a basement ice cream parlor, first floor dining and drinks 🥂 and attic antiques. We started with cycling the cost is by the hour and they have 2 and 4 seat rentals. The trail is beautiful and well populated with other cyclist, and a few walkers(not the kind that bite). We had wings as a started and they far surpassed expectations, easilly rivaling major wing chains. For my main course I ordered ribs my personal favorite food, and these did not disappoint falling just short of fall off the bone perfection. Light pressure was enough to pull a part these beauties. A solid 9.5/10. The mac and cheese is sinfully delicious served in a cast iron pan to give that slight crunch along the sides, I find myself salivating simply recanting the tantalizing texture of these saucey noods. The few bites I stole from my girls burger were as delightful as the rest of the meal. For dessert I had a white Russian milkshake. I don't think I was truly mentally prepared for alcoholic dessert because I found myself enjoying my girls Sunday much more, but to each there own. The decore of the establishment is rustic. Vibing with the for sale antiques on the top floor, scattered through out are pieces of nostalgia from at least the last century. I highly recommend this to everyone. Especially guys in search of a romantic outting for their partner.

Our waitress Shari was amazing!!!! Very attentive and polite!! There was another gentleman that was helping her but I unfortunately did not get his name, but he was just as wonderful! The crab topped french fries were delicious!! The pickle brine chicken sandwich was delicious! We brought our dog and he was treated just as well! Highly recommend this restaurant, especially if you are traveling with a dog. Will be back later this year!

How does one define excellence? Buddy Lous! This hidden gem not only provides a place for your pups, but delivers such flavor in a very unique and unexpected quaint setting! I do not often gush over dining experiences, but gush I must. Viva Buddy Lous!

First time eating here and it was such a nice experience. They were empty so service was fast. Everyone was friendly who interacted with us. The food came out pretty quick and was obviously fresh. The fries and potatoes were delicious and I loved the chicken sand which. My boyfriend had a side salad before his crab cake dinner and it was super fresh and he absolutely loved the ranch lol The antique area is small, but has so many interesting things still! Was fun to walk around. There is also so many fun dog themed treats and items for your dog 💕 I got a scoop of cake batter ice cream/custard and it was so tasty and creamy. I definitely recommend visiting! Sadly couldn't bring the pup because we were running errands and stopped on our way home.

You can't miss the colorful and eclectic Buddy Lou's when driving through Hancock. We stopped in for lunch on our way home from Memorial Day weekend. Kudos to the restaurant for being open on a holiday (most others understandably weren't). As some other reviewers have mentioned, they do seem to be understaffed but doing the best they can. We ordered just before they put "a hold" on service from the kitchen which we overheard was around 25 mins. We did wait a while for our food but it was delicious and came out piping hot and fresh. I had the pickle brined chicken sandwich which was superb. So moist and crunchy. It came with hand-cut fries which were also good. My date had the bbq sandwich which came with a side of bacon baked beans. He enjoyed it a lot. And don't miss their house made lemonade--it was really refreshing. The antiques are neat to browse through and most of the decor is actually for sale. There's also quite a bit of odd and eccentric art if you find that entertaining. Overall, this was a cool stop full of character. It's on my radar for next time we pass through the area.

Unfortunately today's brunch was only a 2. We have loved this restaurant, & often stop by on our way through town. With the server's suggestion, I ordered chicken & waffles. It might have been a fresh breast of chicken but the breading/coating was overcooked, tasted burnt, inedible. I did not complain to the server because I was with my guest. After that first burnt bite, I picked off every bit of the breading so I could @ least eat the chicken. The waffle was nothing special. Just tasted like a simple pancake mix, no flavor & very dry. My friend got the walnut encrusted french toast. She expected it to be thick bread, it was very thin white bread. Her bacon was not fully cooked. Not our best day @ Buddy Lou's.

This place is definitely different and eclectic. Our server was very nice and efficient. The food was really good. The outside area is very nice but it wasn't open when we went. Upstairs is a lot of older items for sale. Restrooms were nice. I would definitely go back.

Tony and I were on our way to Washington DC Area and we stopped in Hancock, MD to have lunch. We found Buddy Lou's Eat Drink and Antiques Restaurant. They have some lovely outdoor seating on decking....in the view of a graveyard! We had to wait a little bit, so we went to the bar. He had a beer and I had Cherry Coke! When our table was ready, we were escorted outside. We went with Country Fried Chicken Livers with a spicy dipping sauce and a Fried Bologna Sandwich with peppers, onions and sweet mustard The food was very good!! Definitely recommend and definitely going back!!

Friendly staff, food was excellent! We love stopping here in our way through Hancock, MD. The antique shop is so much fun. It's dog friendly. The ice cream was a yummy treat afterwards!

On our drive between Michigan and the Outer Banks, NC, Hancock is our favorite half-way spot to spend the night. We have frequented Buddy Lou's several times in the last few years. My original 5-star rating best describes all but the last two experiences. The main difference is with attentive service. We have found staffing to be ample, with many servers and support people moving about the restaurant, however, the attention to detail and attentiveness during our stay has been lacking. For example, we receive our appetizer and then wait for silverware. We receive our entree, missing an important component like salad dressing, and must leave the table to go find the sever after an extended wait. Drinks are not refilled without asking. Our servers have always been kind and friendly so as people, all the ingredients are there. Perhaps some additional training would solve the problem. The atmosphere is lively, fun and interesting. Buddy Lou's is located right beside the biking/walking trail in a beautiful area. We have always enjoyed our food. There are some creative items to choose from on the menu, like Lion's Mane crab cakes and appetizer. Unfortunately, on this trip, the Lion's Mane was not in stock. I did enjoy the flavor and freshness of their Santa Fe chicken salad. We will return on future trips and still recommend stopping by.

We stopped by Buddy Lou's on our way to DC and thought it was a very interesting shop/restaurant. Antique on the first floor and restaurant on the second floor. Lots of people with dogs were dining at this restaurant. Seems like they may have a small special menu for the doggies. As for our meal, we got crab cake sandwich which I loved. Very fresh and meaty crab cake. The sauce was delicious too. Would recommend this to crab meat lover. My husband got the avocado toast that's on the appetizer menu. Quite disappointing as the avocado was clearly raw and the bread was mediocre. Not worth $12 in my opinion. Would probably try their burger next time which is only $3 more. I also tried the dragon berry mojito. It was a refreshing drink but can't taste any alcohol. It was more like a sprit soda with mint and strawberry. Maybe order something else if you want something stronger. Overall, not bad but would probably get other food next time. PS: you need to pay for parking in the lot. We didn't know but luckily didn't get a ticket.

BuddyLou's has always been one of my favorite stops headed back to DC from the Maryland mountains. But it's really fallen apart in the service category. Today was no exception. I arrived at a little before 6 pm and was told there would be a 25-30 minute wait -- even though half the tables were empty. I asked why and was told "the kitchen is backed up." I asked if I could at least be seated and the greeter said no, that was against policy. I think I need to re-think other options going forward. This is the third or fourth time it's been clear BuddyLou's is understaffed and unable to provide decent service.

Good food and service, and fun ambience. Just off the highway easy to access and return on your journey. It seems like a pleasant local hangout and I liked the music they played too! Didn't have time to explore the retail side as we had to get home, but it looked interesting.

TL;DR: poor service and bad food, and quite expensive. Would not recommend. Locals don't dine here because they know it's terrible Unfortunately had an extremely unsatisfactory meal at Buddy Lou's. We came while riding the C&O canal trail and this establishment came highly recommended on both Yelp and Google maps. My first impression was already negative. I asked to charge my bike battery on the patio and the hostess said it was prohibited. Despite this interaction, we opted to eat here anyways. Big mistake. After I'd plugged my bike in elsewhere, we went back in and were told it would be a 10 minute wait because "there's only one chef and he doesn't want to seat any more people". Weird. For appetizers, we ordered chips and salsa. The store bought chips were good, but the salsa left a bit to be desired. My partner ordered the fried calamari which he said was acceptable. For entrees, I ordered the double-patty cheeseburger medium rare with a side of fries. The burger came as a single patty cooked medium well to well done. The fries were almost charred on the outside but soggy on the inside. My partner and his mom both got the crab cakes which looked inedible and were full of filler. Their fries were likewise charred and soggy. For drinks, I got two cups of coffee both of which were extremely weak. I asked the waitress for room for milk, but was given a completely full glass of black coffee with a small side of creamer. The bill for our meal with tip for our server who was fine came to $106, which is absurd for the poor quality of the food. In retrospect it was very expensive and poor tasting When we foolishly tried to get an ice cream, we went downstairs to the ice cream counter which was completely vacant. The woman behind the counter greeted us, then disappeared. By the time we'd chosen which ice cream we wanted, there was no one to be seen. We decided to leave and right before we left the store, the woman popped out again and asked if there was "anything I can help you with?" I was so fed up that we just left. In sum, I cannot recommend AGAINST this place enough EDIT: we stopped by a local business and spoke someone there, who said that Buddy Lou's only caters to out-of-towners because all the locals know it's a bad restaurant. Diners beware

Love BL's restaurant. Fun atmosphere, eclectic & interesting decor and things to purchase. Fresh food, everything is delicious. Freshly cut fries. Great veg options. Love the lions mane mushroom crab cakes & nuggets-so unusual and really good. I've decided to try something new each time I go there, except I'll always ask for a side of ranch. Totally recommend, kid friendly, dog friendly, people friendly easy parking.

TLDR: Fun dining atmosphere that has solid food and service. Perfect stop while hiking/biking the nearby trails. Vibe: 5/5. Situated in the small town of Hancock, Buddy Lou's is conveniently located right out the interstate as well as right off a popular hike/bike trail. Both the outside and inside of the restaurant ooze with eclectic decor. Plenty of seating both indoors and out for small and large groups. Upstairs the restaurant has an antique shop, Cracker Barrel vibes anyone? There is definitely a lot to take in at Buddy Lou's, but in the best way possible! Service: 5/5. The staff at BuddyLous was great from start to finish. My large group of 8 arrived 30 minutes early for our Sunday brunch reservation, but fortunately the restaurant already had our table ready, so we were seated immediately. Our waitress handled our table solo and was on point for the entire meal. My group was returning from a 2 day camping trip, so we were extra needy in terms of food and drinks. We ordered several rounds of drinks, appa leading up to our mains and everything was handled with stride. We even had a few to go orders placed during the meal and they came out perfectly at the end. Overall, very impressed with the service received during a peak hour! Food: 5/5. BuddyLous offers an interesting menu that takes your American bistro dishes, but adds their own unique twist. During our brunch service, my group Raided the menu and ordered several cream of crabs, the crab fries, fried green tomatoes, pork belly BLTs, biscuits and gravy, shrimp and grits, the BuddyLous burger, lions mane sandwich and the quiche. Everything came out perfectly timed and hot/fresh. Best in show goes to the cream of crab soup, which had huge chunks of backfin in each cup and a well balanced creamy taste. Most interesting of the dishes was the lions mane sandwich. Lightly battered and fried, the mushroom was the size of a softball and had unique taste that paired well with the aioli. The fries were also a hit, as they are hand cut and reminiscent of OC boardwalk/Thrashers style fries. Portions were overall generous and at a more than reasonable price point. If you find yourself in the Hancock area, I highly recommend stopping by Buddylous for a bite! PS. they are also very dog friendly, with their own k-9 approved menu!

Amazing eclectic venue with the best wings we've ever had. For anyone traveling across PA on the turnpike, highly recommended stopping at Buddy Lou's as a really special experience if you have a little time to veer and want some really good food and drink. So much better than eating at the Breezewood exchange and we will definitely be coming back. Decor was super cool with a barrage of unusuals from the 40's 50's 60's & 70's on the walls and throughout. Right next to a trail that runs the Potomac river.

Not sure what is going on with the management of this place. I have had previously great experiences here but not so this Mothers Day. My wife and I had reservations for 5:30 PM and arrived with the understanding the Mothers Day is a very busy day for restaurants. The place looked to be a little under half of capacity but they appeared to be badly understaffed. We were sat at a table at just about 5:30 PM. No one came to our table at all. Not water or "Sorry we are busy so service will be delayed" or anything. To make matters worse a party of 6 or so people arrived after us and got prompt attention. Another couple of 2 that arrived just after us seemed to be getting the same treatment... but at least someone brought them water. Overheard them ask the hostess if they were going to get served and were told that the server was busy with the bar and tables. We left after 30 minutes - at that point this place looked so poorly run that I was beginning to question my faith in there ability to prepare my food. In defense of the staff, the hostess was VERY kind and it appeared that there was only one waiter serving all the tables - there seems to be a major management issue here. This is an assumption on my part, but there was what appeared to be a manager roaming around and at times telling others what to do. But I never saw her pitch in to help at all - sorry but leaving tables without even acknowledging them for 30 minutes is unacceptable. FWIW we had a great experience at a restaurant less than 30 minutes away (which I won't name in this review but will do a Yelp review). BuddyLou's is a cool concept and fun atmosphere with great memories for me... but unfortunately no future visits.

My wife and I arrived to an almost dead restaurant at 6:30pm on a Sunday. The "host" immediately met us at the door and asked if we had a reservation. We let him know we did not, at which point he informed us they were not taking walk-ins. We were looking forward to a dinner here, I guess they didn't feel the same way. Unfortunately soured our pallet and will not try again.

Not sure if it was just an off day but the service was terrible. Took over 30 min to get our food and you could tell it had been done for awhile and sitting on the counter. The crab cake sandwich was mid at best, not what you expected from a MD restaurant. The wife got the eggs Benedict which she's never had but said it was good, except for it also starting to get cold. The place itself was neat with antiques on the walls and downstairs and they allow dogs in which would be good for people stopping by after walking along the trails.

This place is wonderful! It is one of the places you find and want to tell all your friends to stop at. We travel with our dog all the time and are always on the lookout for a place that will welcome them like they welcome us. This place is a place like that! Dogs are central to visiting this place. There are dogs inside and out. They have their own menu and get a free pup-cup of ice cream at the end of the meal. The food for humans is great too! We had the biscuits and gravy, don't miss them!! Sunday brunch was fabulous. The only thing better than the food was the friendly staff!! From the folks that greeted us and sat us at a table, to the many servers that stopped by to check on us. Friendliest of all was the manger who talked with us and shared information on the town and the restaurant, and where the love for dogs comes from. We highly recommend this special place.

Well they were short on help so we had to wait the manager tried to adjust once we were seated I ordered the Chicken liver as a appetizer, they looked pretty had the crunch but bland on flavor and seasoning. Then the lunch entrees after driving 5 hours heading to a graduation and my daughter suggesting this place because of the ratings it was a big let down! My wife and mom got the Korean BBQ wings tasted like plain BBQ, my daughter ordered buffalo wings which were ok, grandson got the chicken fingers and fries and I received a meat deficient Reuben Sandwich and fries.the highlight the doggies were able to done with up and eat their burger and veggies. They enjoyed. This place was just a meal out of necessity and most likely won't be back Hancock. MD I cannot compliment the kindness and consideration to us traveling and living with animals great job on being pet friendly Kudos...... The mish mash of a antique and artifact collection throughout this place gives a warm and home living room kind of feel while your dining with low light to create the just right conversation ambiance and social space cool things collected too

It hurts to rate this place 3 stars because I loved so much about it. The decor is great, the servers were SO nice and friendly, and my friend and I had fun looking at all the antiques after we ate. But... our food wasn't great :(. We had fried lion's mane mushroom as an appetizer, which I did think was pretty good and a fun menu item I've never seen anywhere else. However, my beyond burger wasn't very flavorful and the bun it came on was super dry. My friend got the pork belly BLT and also didn't enjoy it. The fries were good though! They do have nice outdoor seating that seems like it would be fun in the summertime.

Highly recommend this great spot. We stopped on a road trip with our pup and he was treated like royalty. Completely dog friendly inside and out. The human food was fantastic too. Brunch was a standout. Definitely get the 2 egg breakfast and biscuits and gravy. Your pup will have their own menu too! Ours loved the hamburger steak pup plate. The staff was exceptionally nice and friendly. Be sure to check out the bar area for a fun little game too.

My wife had scoped this spot out during a recent road trip to DC. It's a bit off the interstate, but lots of antique décor, super friendly staff, and good food. Parking can be found either in the adjacent lot or on the street. Spot is kid friendly and they had a high chair for our toddler. For food we shared the famous crab fries and the crab cake sandwich. When in Maryland, am I right? Overall it was pretty good. I think my only wish was that the fries came out more crispy. Other than that the crab meat was plentiful and seasonings and tarter sauce did not disappoint. 'Til next time, cheers!

Christine the waitress was wonderful!! Food was great ! Strawberry bacon salad and hamburger! Wings crispy too ! Cute decor !!!

Being from DC, I can't say the cooking here is exceptional, but the quality is great and portion sizes are huge for the price! Lovely dog friendly patio and super nice and friendly server! I had shrimp pasta and it was pretty good. Shrimp were big and very well prepared. My husband liked the pork belly sandwich. Definitely seems like the best choice in this area.

Nice people, but the food is not that special. We got the crab fries and the crab tasted older than my great aunt mertyl. We both got burgers and I could not finish mine it was so greasy. It has probably been a decade or more since I have not finished every single burger presented to me. I would avoid this place unless you are shopping or getting the ice cream.

Go to the IHOP instead, seriously we ordered breakfast after a fun bike ride and we literally waited over 50 minutes and to top it off, my eggs Benedict was basically hollandaise sauce over HARD BOILED eggs. My husband had the skillet and that was basically overdone dry eggs over potatoes, no bacon, nothing. Seriously a 5 year old could have done a better job. Our waiter Joe was nice so we paid him a tip, for it wasn't his fault. We told the manager about our horrible experience and she had the nerve to say "oh your meals went to another table" really?! Oh and she didn't even apologize. The decor is cute but the food and service is God awful.

Long wait for the food. Cheeseburger and pulled pork sandwich was alright . Waitress was very nice. Great stop if your doing the C&O trail.

A serious case of "eyes bigger than belly" happened here tonight as I sat down with their martini special. Which by the way, was delicious. How could a cucumber vodka martini sitting on the outside deck in the setting sun not be delicious? I ordered two appetizers thinking that they would be smaller portions. Yeah, they were not. The problem was that they were both great and I overate. A nice basket of hot wings arrived first. Not too hot but with just enough "hot" to be interesting. Wonderfully not swimming in sauce and served with celery sticks and a small pot of blue cheese dressing. Eight meaty wings is a nice portion. And then my second course arrived, a basked of fried chicken livers. Some big pieces, some smaller pieces, all of them perfectly crispy and delicious. A few that were more than bite sized and needing to be cut in half before dipping in the tangy sauce. After the wings and this big serving, I ended up leaving nearly half of them behind. Bummer because they were delicious. It was nice to sit outside and I had great service. Buddy Lou's was a pleasant five star meal for my final stop in the Hagerstown area on this trip. [Review 15619 overall - 652 in Maryland - 1123 of 2021.]

I have never been to an antique shop/restaurant ever! So my friend and I decided to take a trip to West VA and explore a new remote area. A bunch of locals said Buddy Lous is the perfect place to check out! So upon arrival we saw this gorgeous antique filled well decorated yard that I really just wanted to get lost in! The inside gets even better, this restaurant is full of antiques! The overall aesthetic gets 1009999999/10! The food I gotta say above average. The mac and cheese hit a craving but its nothing special. The drinks here were strong but kind of hard to sip on, I found myself forcing a chug every now and then. We also explored the antique shop and found so many cool pieces for good prices! I'd love to return to shop and maybe grab some dessert.

Ugh. I'm so torn. I love so much about this place (the antiques, the decor, the people, the drinks...) but I just did not like the food. It says a lot for me if I don't want to take the leftovers home (and we had a lot), but I didn't want to keep eating it. Everything looked great in the menu, but just didn't measure up. The strawberry salad was overwhelmingly bacon-flavored, which kept it from feeling light and refreshing. The Mac and cheese was the most non-saucy mac and cheese I've ever had; it felt like a sheet of baked cheese on top of plain macaroni. And the mushroom fritters honestly just had a weird texture to me (new mushroom to me). But, I did love the signature lemonade! Delicious!

I visited Buddy Lou's recently, we loved the initial presentation of the establishment. After being seated, we ordered 2 beers. Our server, a red haired lady, was very friendly and welcoming, but when she was delivering our beers, an employee (possibly a manager) with a very unpleasant, dare I say "nasty", demeanor came by and interrupted our chit chat with our waitress to snap at her to "get that tray off the table"... mind you, we didn't even notice the tray resting on the edge of the table! But what we did notice, was what ! assume to be a manager, radiating negativity. There was nothing else wrong with our visit, it was very enjoyable but something about that interaction stuck with me. As someone who had worked in restaurants, I have first hand witnessed poor management destroy entire staffs of people. Hospitality can be hard enough without somebody nitpicking and making work harder! Beautiful place, great food, but that lady almost killed the ambience for us completely.

Very cute restaurant with good food and atmosphere. You can bring your dog to the downstairs/outdoor section, which we did. I'd definitely go again.

This is one of those kitchey knick-knacks forever kind of place. It's next to a 252-mi trail and 24-mi paved trail, so it's great to get out for a walk along the Potomac River after eating some heavy food. Hubby and I shared the cream of crab soup (very rich) and the crab fries and still took a box to go. Both were tasty, but we probably would have been better off with a side salad paired with the fries. I don't think small salads were an option. Note that you might want to ask for the garlic aioli on the side. Sort of like salad dressing, you might want to decide how much it needs. Pretty potent! Very friendly wait staff. We arrived around Noon on a Friday and there weren't many customers. They started pouring in around 12:30p.

Great food and service. Love the place They also have antiques for sale. Good atmosphere. Outdoor dining, seasonable of course.

Our group of 19 motorcycle riders spent a long day on the road driving and visiting places and then driving through severe storms for the last hour. we were beaten, soaked and tired as we arrived late for our reservation. The staff at Buddy Lou's was incredible. They helped us get comfortable, and immediately helped us have a great time. Amber and Paul were a fantastic team. They were fun, patient, very helpful making dinner choices. The entire staff did an excellent job serving and hosting us. They have an extensive menu and the food was great, every dish! If your in the area, don't miss the opportunity, stop in, have a great meal. Don't miss a chance to shop also. Buddy Lou's lives up to what they say: "Where folks become friends, and friends become family"

Normally this place is pretty good. However, today the sign says they're supposed to be open and music is playing on the outside speakers, but it's all locked up. Nothing is posted to explain why. Inexcusable.

Stopped at this very unique restaurant on my way back to Virginia. This place not only is dog friendly but they actually have a doggie menu so you can order a meal or treat for your pooch to eat while you are eating your food.

Very good! I stopped here for a break during a long drive and it was a great stop for both myself and my dog. The staff are great and I'm a big fan of anyplace that accommodates dogs. As for the food, I went with the moonshine BBQ chicken and I would totally recommend it. I'd love to go back and explore more of the town and the canal.

Went for dinner, got the Buddy Lou burger was good. The mac and cheese was macaroni and breadcrumbs, don't do it. Brussel sprout appetizer was good. The wait for the food and drinks was long. This is a one and done for us.

Without a doubt the most spectacular pet friendly restaurant on the planet. As soon as you walk in in the doggie dining you are just taken back by the amazing displays and collection of all things DOGS- Statues, petflix, , pictures , etc , etc etc. We could not stop taking pictures. Meeting the manager she graciously gave me a tour of the restaurant- all three floors!! Our waitress was so accommodating, so professional and soooo kind. My pet Sheltie loved her The doggie menu was amazing- Bond had the hamburger, peas and carrots, and rice with ice cream and a treat for dessert. Our lunch was delicious!!! We already made plans tomorrow as we can spend more time. You and ur pup(s) have to go Sooooo highly recommended

Perfect place to eat won't be disappointed crab cakes were spot on the place is clean and will take you back in time

I usually get a salad with strawberries etc on it. I have found the waitstaff can ignore you. I don't like being invisible. They need a new chef. The food has gone down

This place is Amazing! Dog Friendly doesn't even begin to describe how Welcoming Buddylou's is to your fur babies! Water bowls for your pup plus the fur babies get their own menu!! We had one of each for our pups. Salmon ,chicken livers and a burger. The other pup preferred rice with veggies and a burger! They licked their plates clean. The hubby and I ordered the crabmeat fries with garlic aïoli. If I could have taken a bath in that plate I would have. We both ordered the pickled brine fried chicken sandwich it was so so moist and also very yummy. Our Gal Amanda cocktail fashionista/ server was very patient while I figured out what I had a hankering for and then ordered a Moscow mule! Seek her oOut of this world! We really loved the vibe inside also!!!

Clean and quaint, this eatery was fun and amusing. The food was simple and tasty. And the service was quick and attentive. We stopped here in our way east.

Ordered the single crab cake dinner. Was perfect filled with crab not filler. Waitress was great friendly and was able to fill us in on some of the history in the area since we are not from the area.

Normally I'd like to give Buddy's 5 stars but our last visit had a couple issues. On the positive side, most of our food was very good. Two of us had the Buddy's Burgers which were hand made and they let you build and substitute to make it "your way". The accompanying baked beans were OK, likely out of the can. One of us had the Santa Fe salad with chicken and it was outstanding and enough for a couple meals. The loss of a star was due to the Potato pancakes which is one of the items we went there for (as well as the unique atmosphere and great service. Unfortunately our server forgot to put the order in which she did profusely apologize for. When they did come (after we got our other food) we were very disappointed. I know there are lots of variations of Potato Pancakes, however these were basically your shortcut version, made out of leftover mashed potatoes, grilled with some toppings. Definitely not what we remembered from the past. (Great Potato Pancakes should be made with shredded fresh potatoes, at least in my personal opinion). Overall, I would highly recommend eating at Buddy's Lou's. The combined flea market basement, indoor and outdoor seating, unique drinks (including adult milkshakes), reasonably priced and very good food and pet friendly makes this a "must visit" restaurant in Hancock.

Disappointed this last visit. The menu has changed. A small side of Mac n cheese was being sold as an appetizer. My pickle brine chicken sandwich was good and so was their sweet tea. The dog menu is fun and it's worth the stop if you bring your dog. It just wasn't as good this last visit for us...

Convenient and yummy place to eat. This restaurant does it all with an antique shop in the basement, ice cream shop outside, and they even do bike tours. There is seating for the restaurant both in and outside. Most of the food is cooked to order so you can take things out for dietary reasons. I ordered the shrimp and grits with no bacon and poached eggs hard. The dish was super yummy with corn and scallions ontop of the grits. My partner ordered the waffles which was super sweet. He enjoyed it but it was a bit too sweet for me. (The waffles seemed to be coated in sugar) Overall great place to get a bite to eat!

Great food and fun atmosphere. Buddy Lou's has a unique menu with outdoor seating right on the Western Maryland Rail Trail and C&O Canal. Enjoy indoor seating or my favorite al fresco. Plenty of parking and also bike racks. Ice Cream parlor downstairs. Salads are fresh and delicious. Fried bologna sandwich is a favorite. Whether in the mood for a light lunch or a memorable dinner, Buddy Lou's has a delicious menu with unique options to satisfy everyone in your party. Seafood, Steak, Soups, Sandwiches and Vegetarian offerings. Kid's menu available. Dog friendly. Bar and drinks. Local artists goods and antiques for sale both upstairs and downstairs. Music entertainment on occasion. Sunday brunch with special menu. Stop by and see why Buddy Lou's has something for everyone! It's a memorable stop for sure.

I certainly have visited my share of unique eateries and this one falls in that classification. You walk into an antique store that certainly takes you back in time with all the nostalgic items and then you go upstairs where you can enjoy great food and drinks. You have your option of sitting inside or outside - if its nice out the deck is recommended. Very friendly and welcoming staff take great care of their customers. Food portions are large and tasty. For dessert I recommend a chocolate martini made by Hannah.

Very warm and inviting atmosphere. Staff was upbeat and friendly. Glad Yelp played a hand in the decision, otherwise, we might have passed through the area without stopping. The reviews caught my interest, but once we pulled up, I almost said forget it since I didn't think I was all about eating inside an antique store. Once inside, all of those doubtful thoughts quickly subsided. Everything fell into place, thanks to the helpful staff and great menu options. One could opt for a stick to your ribs kind of meal, or a more lighter, yet loaded with flavor option. Homemade soups , dressings, and desserts held my attention. The dining area is divided into several sections and some of the tables and chairs are barrel shaped. Overall, it is nicely decorated, and displays a fun assortment of pictures, signs etc. The antique store is separate and is located on the top floor of the building. Warmer weather brings crowds to the outside patio for live music. Buddy Lou's is a place I plan to visit anytime I am in the area.