Buddy's Burger

I’m from Dallas and this was my first time at Buddy’s. It was absolutely amazing. The food was so delectable. Lola (the cashier) was also very helpful and informative. Her customer service was impeccable. I will definitely stop here every time I visit from here on out!!

Very clean, staff was very polite. Now the food!! I could taste how fresh the burger was, yummy sauce, perfect blend of seasonings and really fresh veggies. The fries were so good too. They are soft on the inside with a perfect crunch. The only complaint would be a little bit bigger portion of fries. Mango lemonade was phenomenal!!! Overall I highly recommend this place!!!!

The food is fantastic! We've been to three buddy locations, and the food is consistently good. However, this location needs to clean better. There is built up crust on the soda machine ice lever, old goo between the soda machine and tea urn, and crusty paper napkin dispenser. None of this is recent dirty - it's aged filth. Really hope they can read this and give the place a deeper cleaning

Tasty burgers paired with perfectly seasoned fries. Service is friendly and fast. Awesome vibe with TVs for watching sports while you eat.

One of the Best Burgers I've ever had. Service was fast, everyone was kind and friendly. The Spicy burger had a nice little heat to it, season fries where savory, nice and crispy and the strawberry lemonade tasted like fresh strawberries and not overly sweet or processes. I would absolutely go back again.

The burgers! OMG, the #3 with seasoned fries is great. Super fast service. I will put this place on repeat.

Tried them by chance and happy that I did. Simple and Seasoned!!???? Yessss please! Also tried the banana pudding shake , their signature sauce, the pineapple beer and bayyyybeeeeee 😮‍💨😮‍💨 I think I found my favorite burger spot.❤️😍🥰

The burger was extremely mediocre. The Patty was lukewarm, which I find strange considering that I ate my food at the restaurant The burger slaughtered in their sauce. The restroom unclean Would be a one star, but the season fries were pretty good

Love this Place! Great food & great service!! All natural ingredients make it even better!

Right off of I-35 heading toward Lockhart, I stopped in with my kids. We weren't terribly hungry, but I really wanted a taste. It's a very simple menu - single or double, regular or spicy...and beer on tap. Almost all the tables are Biergarten style so if they're busy, be ready to share a table. The burgers tasted good. They didn't blow my mind, but they weren't skimping on meat and the fries were seasoned a bit strong maybe; next time I'll temper the seasoning with some ketchup. We had milkshakes to go. Again, good, but not mind blowing. I thought the prices were reasonable for the amount and quality of the food. I hope they fix the men's restroom; the urinal was out of service. All in all, I hope they expand down to San Antonio so I can go more often.

Original smash burger was pretty tasty and really enjoyed it. Their sauce seemed familiar but couldn't pinpoint where the similarity stemmed from. While Ienjoyed the burger and it was yum, the buns seemed cold which was odd and a striking contrast to the hot patty. The fries were good and well seasoned but the only issue I had was that a few of the fries at the bottom were still frozen, like these were at the top when they were frying them and didn't get fried all the way . Definitely want to try them again as the experience wasn't that bad and I i did enjoy their burger and fries.

Solid burger choice. Their limited menu helps to focus all their attention on the burgers and fries. While their single is filling, go all out and get the double. The spicy option has a lot of flavor and not too much kick. Try the limited time Nutella shake, you won't regret it.

Overall 4.5 rating. Stopped in here for the first one, Sunday, for lunch. I immediately noticed the Double Spicy burger in the menu. Anything with jalapenos will grab my attention quickly lol. The beef was super tender and seasoned well. The melted cheese and jalapeños was such a great mesh, so almost ordered a 2nd one to go. They had plenty of searing and baby high chairs to use. My 1 year old was super excited to eat his regular side of fries. The staff were friendly and came to the table several times to check if I needed anything. It was a pleasant atmosphere and not like your typical fast food place that feels rushed and crowded. I enjoyed my time here and will return again.

It's a fast food burger with a restaurant feel. Clean - friendly staff - fresh and tasty and affordable.

Went at night in drive through which was pretty long but were quick. I had the classic burger with seasoned fries, the person at window taking order for 6 people was nice and polite. Burger was really good! Would definitely go there again. We did not go in so only 4 stars.

Wanting a smash burger without driving to East Austin & breaking the bank (slight exaggeration, but $16 for a burger without fries is a splurge in this economy). Drive a little further, where you'll find Buddy's, a hidden gem in outside of Austin that demands to be discovered! There are four straightforward options for burgers at Buddy's--do you want your burger mild or spicy, and do you want one paddy or two? Personally, I swear by the #2--The Spicy Burger (single paddy). For spice lovers, this is actually far from spicy, but packed with flavor. The Spicy Burger comes with pepper jack cheese, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, grilled onions, jalapeños, and Buddy's signature spicy smack sauce. I absolutely love how the grilled, minced onions & jalapeños are married together and are melted in with the sauce and cheese. Every bite bursts with vibrant flavor. And the best part? All this deliciousness comes at less than $5! To make it a meal, only $15, WHAT A STEAL. TLDR; Buddy's not only a culinary delight but also a budget-friendly option that doesn't compromise on quality. 5/5 make the drive, you'll thank me later. LOCATION: I personally enjoy the San Marcos better, as it's a stand alone location with ample parking, more spacing, quieter, and cleaner!

Buddy's burger is the best!! I was told Jax burgers fries and shake was the bees knees when it comes to burgers here in San Marcos, but Buddy's is way better. The bun is softer, the burgers are more flavorful, and the restaurant is clean. I'd highly recommend coming here to try the burgers, fries, and shake. Order the double patty all the way + fries. you won't regret it!

Buddy's Burger, so I hear it is an Austin classic burger place which since expanded to San Marcos. Located right off IH-35, it made it real convenient for me on my from Austin to San Antonio and craving a burger with some season fries why not stop here! Visited around lunch time on a Wednesday, the place wasn't packed and the ambiance here is nice modern bright red interior and classic burger restaurant approach. I was immediately greeted upon entering and the cashier was ready to take my order. I ordered the Classic with Cheese Combo (however I should've went with the double) with a Pepsi and seasoned fries all for about $13 with tax. My food came out prepared quickly and I picked it up and took my seat. A bite into this juicy flavorful burger and I can see why Buddy's is a great classic burger spot, filled with cheese and special sauce made it all worthwhile! The fries were seasoned perfectly and had a nice crisp and spiced just right! Did not try the shake however I heard it is pretty good here. An employee walked by to ask if everything was ok in which I enjoy the fact that they like to take care of their customers. Overall, great prices, flavorful burgers and good crispy seasoned fries, I'll be sure to drop by Buddy's for a burger when I am in the area!

This place is so good! My husband and I saw Buddy's while driving to the Tanger Outlets, and we knew we wanted to stop by on the way back home. We're so glad we did, Everything we ordered was so fresh and made to order - the burgers were juicy and flavorful and the seasoned fries were nice and crispy! My daughters also loved the milkshakes- although the Oreo shake had more of a speculoos/biscoff cookie flavor than the original Oreo flavor...(definitely has a spice/cinnamon taste) We definitely want to come back!

This is the best burger joint in San Marcos! They have awesome smash burgers . I got the double meat, double cheeseburger with regular fries and a chocolate shake and it hit the spot. That chocolate shake is to die for. I gained all the weight I lost in one month in one setting. The staff are friendly and the restaurant was very clean. This was our first visit here, and we will definitely be back. Highly recommended..

To much salt, price to high. Pterry better... girl at drive thru was spaced out, had Bull ring in her nose ‍

Best tasting burger I have had in awhile & the shack was delicious. Awesome fries We have tried Five guys and Whatburger and you can't beat the price at Buddys Burger Thank You

Food: 4.99 / 5 - Probably the 2nd best burger I've had in Austin right before JewBoys! The smash burger was BUILT to perfection. You NEEEEED to try it! This was voted the BEST burger in Austin in 2021! Service: 5 / 5 - Service was good! Easy to talk to workers and made me feel like home Cleanliness: 5 / 5 - The whole area was squeaky clean, even the bathroom! Parking: 5 / 5 - Easy parking right next to the entrance Price: 5 / 5 - I think this is priced PERFECTLY. You can get a double cheese MEAL for $13 or classic cheese meal for $10! - gillynova

My burger was great! It's pretty casual, but a good alternative to cookie cutter fast food franchises.

Great burgers after a long day floating the river and the strawberry lemonade is a MUST on a hot day!

My burger was very tasty !! Well seasoned , and cooked very thorough. The staff was very nice and informative. The restaurant was very clean and spacious! I would definitely recommend Buddy's for a good burger and fry meal !!

New to San Marcos, in recent months, they also have a location in Austin. Fresh ingredients and very clean eating area, efficient and friendly employees. Their shakes are super creamy and flavorful. A shake is the best dessert after a burger. Seasoned fries are bussing. Did I mention that strawberry shake, though? My burger was cooked just right, and lettuce was nice and crisp with nice slices of tomatoes and pickles that were crisp and not soggy. Onions were offered raw or cooked, and I chose raw. Buns are soft and fresh.

Great food and great service. The spicy burger was super yummy and it's not expensive at all. Will definitely come back. Gaby is the sweetest and the best. Super helpful!

If you like smash burgers Buddy's is the place to go. I'm also a huge fan of the lemonade and milkshakes. The machine is always working! The service from the time you arrive until you leave is exceptional. The food is made to order so you will have to wait a bit but it's worth every second. If you like a thick juicy burger I'd get a double. Smash burgers are thin and messy so don't hesitate to sit and dig in. Some of the reviews complain about a messy burger but that's my favorite kind! Overall I'd come back and it was good to know they can customize my burger to my liking.

Very friendly staff. Recommended the classic double, did not disappoint!! Lemonade was great! Fries were fresh and crispy. Extremely clean bathrooms and dining room. Overall very happy with the whole experience. 10 out of 10 would recommend!!!

The fries were decent, but the burger was pretty bland definitely needed more flavor. Not terrible, but wouldn't rush back

If you're looking for a really good burger in San Marcos, you have to try buddys! The food is fresh and straightforward. I love their fries with the seasoning and they have really good hand spun milkshakes too. The service is quick and fast in the ambience is what you would expect from a fast food restaurant but it's clean and there's more than enough space in there.

Needed a quick lunch while running errands and remembered they opened Buddy's and we wanted to try it. There were no cars so we were able to get through quickly. The cashier was nice and friendly. The food was fresh and hot! We will be back.

Good food. Nice place layout. Seems clean and well organized and adds to the san marcos vibe

This place is amazing, the burgers are freshly prepared and flavorful! The staff is friendly and the service is amazing, I definitely recommend this place !

Really good fries. Burger kind of expensive for the size. Good taste. Spicy sauce is also good. Love how they have a new shake every few months. Drive thru staff not very friendly.

Took over the old fazolis building in SM. Great location in San Marcos, and very welcoming employees. Super clean in dining room and restrooms. Really cold in the dining room but better than stale AC. Ordered 3 meals and an additional burger. Was about 45 bucks. Very attentive employees. Seasoned fries were really good. Burgers were well above average. Will try spicy burger next time. Meant to take a pic of the burger but was too excited. Strawberry lemon day and mango lemonade were good but could have possibly used more strawberry flavor.

I got the double classic with cheese meal. The food was very good and fresh. The service we received was amazing! We were treated so well by all the staff, especially the manager, Kody. We make it out to Buddy's as often as we can.

I bit into a screw that was in the middle of my burger ! Check before you bite and hurt your teeth

Buddy's has to be top 3 best burgers ever. Love the diner vibes. The staff seems nice at all locations !!

excellent burger! Had the single spicy cheeseburger and house fries. great food and prices! Will go back there again!

Where do I start? This was my first time coming to Buddy's. I ordered a spicy burger with fries, it was FANTASTIC. Elizabeth was at the counter was very sweet and helpful. The manager, Cody came around a couple of times to check on us and make sure everything was to our satisfaction. We were so impressed and enjoyed the fresh food. Buddy's will be added to our regular rotation! It's a MUST TRY, you'll love it! Oh and don't forget to grab some shakes!!

The burger was good definitely need seasoning on the burger. The seasoned fries a so bad, they had a bitter taste to them. I feel for the price they are charging the food should be on point but it's very mid.

The food was great the burgers are juicy and very tasty also well seasoned the seasoned fries are good and they were crispy as well. The service was fast and you're always greeted at the door. The ambience of the place looked cool the red inside was nice. Overall this place is great and their burgers are great as well!!

Buddy's has a tasty burger and great flavor. I tried the double patty with seasoned fries and was not disappointed. Staff was helpful and service was quick. It's a very casual place to grab lunch or a quick dinner.

I moved to San Marcos a little over 6 months ago and still exploring. I ran in to Buddy's and I love the burgers here. Simple menu with delicious options. Haven't been disappointed. Service is always good and quick.

Really good burger, lemonade was good, fries were okay. It was kind of expensive, but I will be going back.

burgers are super good!! Had the strawberry shake to die for service was 10/10 super fast drive through

#21 11:32 am Great burger meals #seasonedfries Elijah and Restaurant Staff very welcoming. Keep up the great work

This burger spot is so good. The staff is friendly and the service is quick. If you are in this area and craving a burger, stop here! The best part is the restaurant is clean!

I had the #2 spicy but no cheese I really enjoyed it! Honestly the burger was really good and even better if spicy for me. I didn't enjoy the 'original' lemonade, it was off. I wish I could've got my money's back but I was a bit far. But after-all it's a burger joint so yea

We heard about this place and wanted to give them a try. The burger was really good. I'd definitely stop by there if ever in the area again.

My thoughts: The burgers here taste great! Thin, fresh patty that you can double up and a Texas style bun. Fries are extra crunchy and the plain ones are good but you can kick it up a notch with seasoned fries. They have a variety of shakes, including special ones during the holiday. 12 year old review: mint shake was delicious!!

Absolutely fabulous food!! Best burger I've had in a long time!! Seasoned fries were spot on!! Sure wish I lived closer to this place. Highly recommend will definitely go again!!

Best burger joint hands down! Right from the way they greet you when you walk in! The ordering process is superfast and everybody so kind and upbeat. The fries are crunchy and taste delicious! The burger is made fresh when you order!!! I had the double cheeseburger meal totally filled me up, and get this, the floor manager checks in on you like a restaurant, and asks me how my meal is and can they do anything to make it more enjoyable! Blown away by the 1950's service! Love it!

Food, service and dining are are fantastic. Been there a couple times now, last time for Super Bowl 2025. Always a pleasure.

This is my second time ever coming to a buddy's burger establishment and it has yet again blown my mind as to how well rounded this establishment is. From the quick and friendly service to the phenomenal well seasoned burger and fries. I have no complaints other than I wish I had more room for a 2nd meal.