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    Buddy Burgers

    4.0 (118 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, American, Fast Food
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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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.

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    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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    Johnny L.

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

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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.

    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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    Jessie C.

    What a wonderful experience, I especially enjoyed the chilli fires and burgers. I'll be sure to refer all my friends and family to this location. Thanks again Sincerely Mr Castillo

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    Thanks, Rick, for giving us your 5-star review!!

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    Very disappointed, the ad on yelp says closes at 10:00 pm. Called to place a to go order and was told thy closed at 8.

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    Best place for burgers hands down you need to get a minimum of a double cheese burger they are smaller then your In N out burgers

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    I've been coming here since I was a young boy. Boys club member if a had money I was here lol

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    I have been coming here since it was Wimpy. Absolutely love the burgers here. We usually get the double cheese burgers.

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    9 years ago

    Sister loves this place. Burgers are small and simple. Make sure to ask for some peppers!!

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    15 years ago

    I love the chili dogs. I've been eating at this burger stand since it was Whimpys. Glad it's still around.

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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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    View from outside the restroom on the parking lot side in back. Great place.
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    Hotel lobby
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    They closed at 8:30...
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