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    Buddy Burgers

    4.0 (119 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, American, Fast Food
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Michael C.

    Was in the mood for some classic chili so I had to pull up to the spot. I wasn't in the mood for anything big so I just ordered a Chili bun and some French fries. The service is always good and ambience is good too.

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    Saul R.

    I have been eating these tasty burgers since the 80's. I have always gotten great customer service and staff is fast friendly that takes care of you right away. Prices are pretty good. I usually never spend more than $15.00 on myself here. Plenty of parking. Great place to stop if you're in the area.

    Fried burrito with chili
    Mark L.

    Old school burger joint that's been part of Oxnard for a very long time. I used to come here when I was a teenager and only ever got the burger and fries. Now that I'm a little older, I had to try the other items on the menu. Boy was I missing out! The Fried burrito and taquitos with cheese were amazing! Yes they are probably not the healthiest but damn they were so good. It's the type of food that you crave in the middle of the night. Next time I'm getting another fried burrito with chili to go along with my double cheeseburger. Perfect! Oh ya did I mention the prices are insanely fair? Food always taste better when it's light on the wallet haha.

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    Yuri F.

    After driving by this place for over 2 decades now, I finally gave Buddy Burgers a try last week. Not being from Oxnard, I came back today for seconds since I was in the area. The burgers aren't too big, but they're honestly just the perfect size imo. Just the right amount of chili to patty and cheese ratio. I've tried the double chili burger and double chili cheese burger and both are very tasty. I also tried the chili bun which consisted of two regular burger buns with mustard and filled with chili. Also tasty! Their chili is really good, which is what made me come back again a week later honestly. Service was fast both times and they have seating out in the back if you want to eat there. I take it to go and I'd recommend coming during the day, as it is not in the best part of town. Definitely gives off that old school vibe feel that's so comforting.

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    Johnny L.

    The Chile dog is a must have and also the jalepenos popper ... can't go wrong with the taquitos

    Buddy Burgers

    Great service! Double burgers are goood, fries too and the best prices around!!! A must stop when going through Oxnard!

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    Jay H.

    Good for a hole in the wall joint. Not a fan of the chili burgers but the family loves them . My personal faves are the fries and onion rings. I'll try the hot dog next.

    Tine M.

    This has got to be the best and fastest but not too fast...cheeseburger I continue to eat year after year. Everyone here has the best attitude and just so friendly. Buddy burgers in Oxnard-people!! You will not be sorry. Don't get me started on the chilli fries!! This is the spot!

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    4 months ago

    Food was great burgers for all. About 10 with fries. Can't beat the service or the price.

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    Their Pepsi is not good at all it tastes like syrup and has no gas AT ALL. Over all the food is pretty good

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    2 years ago

    Love the pastrami sandwich! Support your local businesses! Prices are also great compared to its fast food competitors.

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    2 years ago

    Service was quick. Food was hot off the grill and very good! Secret family recipe for the chili!

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    2 years ago

    Old school, old time establishment with great chili-cheese burgers!! The grill cheese is also fantastic!

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    I have been coming here forever. The burgers are kind of on the small side but I really like the chili dogs... Old-school and tons of meat.

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    Thank you, Don, for your kind review! We appreciate it :)

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    Closest thing to Tam's burgers in LA. The location isn't great but the food is yummy.

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    Can you order a bowl of chili?

    Thir is no bowl of chili but they do sell a 14oz cup of chili

    What are Munchers? and what is inside the burrito and burrito boat?

    Manchers are like tator tots with cheese and bits of jalapeño inside. A burrito boat is almost like a chiclicheese fries but with a burrito instead

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