Today we stopped by Buddy's Burgers after kayaking the San Marcos River and we were definitely ready for some real food. I ordered the bacon burger, seasoned fries, and a strawberry lemonade. The burger was juicy, well seasoned, and really good. The fries came out hot and crispy, with just just. Enough Cajun seasoning. The strawberry lemonade was sweet and tangy and comes with free refills. You can also choose strawberry, mango, or classic lemonade. The building is pretty big with family-style tables. We had a group of eight and were able to sit together by adding a chair at each end of the table. (All of my friends have "restaurant names" which I have never heard of.) After you place your order they call your name when the food is ready, and they may even bring it to your table. The staff were friendly and helpful. I liked it so much the last time I came here that I ended up trying their Austin location later. If you're in the area after the river or just craving a good burger, this is a solid spot to try. read more

Buddy's Burger - Strawberry Lemonade - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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Great customer service, in our case in particular Ja'Nauia D. She was very nice and helped us with our first time selection. The place was clean. The team worked well together. The burger was very good. Maybe a little too much of the Buddy sauce but that can be overcome by just mentioning it to them at order. The fries were tasty with the special sauce. I would recommend it. read more

Service was great! Got the classic with cheese w/ grilled onions and I'm a picky burger person! Sauce is perfect! Bringing my family back for sure! read more

The service was great very nice staff all across the board super nice and helpful with their menu! The food was Delia! Made to order ! The flavors on point ! I got the double spicy burger and seasoned fries .The burger was very well seasoned and juicy! Plenty of meat! It was hot and fresh . Fries didn't need any dipping sauce ! They were also fresh and hot. The fries were so flavorful! I will be back again! One of the best burgers I've had tbh ! read more

Buddy's Burger - Seasoned fries so flavorful - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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We stopped in on a recent road trip and are happy we did. The place has several tables inside which we took advantage of to get out of the car for a bit. The menu is simple, but we enjoyed our burgers. We tried the regular and the seasoned fries as well as a chocolate shake. The burgers were great and the fries were tasty. We preferred the seasoned fries. An employee came over to check on us after we got our food, which I thought was a nice touch. Definitely would try this again in the future. read more

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The food was hot and freshly made. Everything tastes great. My mom doesn't like burgers and even she liked it and will come back. Everyone was friendly as well. read more

Great food and fast service. Fries were awesome. Burger was good and nice flavor. Will be back.

We came for the first time ages ago. It's always great food, great people, and a great atmosphere! Highly recommend if you're looking for something laidback and good! read more

My family had driven in to San Marcos and after a stressful drive, we just wanted to sit in our hotel room and have something good to eat. We ordered right from the app, and it came quickly. The burgers were delicious! The buns were so soft! I'd highly recommend this for anyone looking for a great burger. (Not taking any points away for this, but the regular fries are still battered which is not preferred.) read more

Stopped by on my way to Austin. The double classic is ! Great seasoning! The season fries are too much but not bad. The burger is crazy good! read more

Buddy's Burger - Double Classic - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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. read more

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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. read more

Casual place for some yummy burgers and shakes! I get the spicy burger with season fries. That's my go to. The fries are super crispy which I love. Burger is very flavorful. Solid place for quick lunch or dinner. They also have some limited items time to time like today they had biscoff shake and special burger. Taking a star off because the restrooms were in bad shape and poorly kept but it was also a busy friday night. read more

Loved the smash burger !! Also the seasoned fries were yummy and super crunchy! i go through the drive through every time i am in town and love the experience! The employees are very kind and welcoming. Ooh make sure to get a shake !! read more

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

Buddy's Burger - Love this place!! Great food! Fast & Friendly service!! - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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. read more

Buddy's Burger - Regular fries. - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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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. read more

Single burger was delicious, love the seasoning and caramelization on the edges. I could've gotten the double, but now I know for next time. Service is great, so is the ambiance. Seasoned fries are also very good, and I enjoy the strawberry lemonade, highly recommend! read more

My burger is always amazing here. I've only visited the San Marcos location and they have never disappointed. Service is fast and friendly and your food is always hot off the grill. This is one of my favorite burger joints in Texas. read more

I found a new favorite! My family and I decided to come here to try their burgers. When I walked in, it kind of gave me the vibes of another burger joint that is named after "guys". I love how they have large tables big enough for families of 6+. The music they were playing was phenomenal. Definitely my type of vibes, they were playing old school R&B. It was easy to order and my food came out piping, hot and fresh. The burger was delicious and the fries were perfect! I got my fries without seasoning, but I tasted a seasoned fry and it tasted pretty good as well. I also ordered the Oreo shake. All I can say is Yum! The plain vanilla shake is also amazing. It has a hint of Cinnamon to it. That stood out to me. Don't get me wrong, the Oreo shake was good, but I think I prefer the plain vanilla one just because you can savor the flavors better. All of the employees there were so nice and greeted us as we walked in the door and when we left. The manager even came around to the tables asking if we needed anything and asked us how the food was. 10 out of 10 definitely recommend and we will be frequently this place more often than not. read more

Food was amazing ! And the workers were very friendly! The ambiance was great ! I went to one that is in San Marcos. Had never heard about this place since I live in Dallas and we don't have one here. It was so good that I had to order another double mean burger ! read more

When you first walk in, it's very nice and clean. The food is very delicious juicy fresh and the service of the workers is so amazing. They're very nice and friendly very professional I would indeed go back there again read more

I had a great experience at Buddy's Burgers. The burgers were juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly, and the service was fast and friendly. Definitely a solid spot if you're craving a fresh, satisfying burger. read more

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

Buddy's Burger - Nothing left ... very fresh very good. - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

Apple Maps says close at 11:45. Yelp says midnight. Got here at 11 Waited at drive thru no response and girl at window said they were closed

The service was good and burgers was really so was the drinks I would definitely recommend this read more

Buddy's Burger - Best lemonade - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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. read more

Was worth the try. Friendly people and good service. For something different for me to write about, my son tried the coffee shake and liked it. read more

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! read more

Buddy's Burger - #2 Spicy Burger - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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! read more

Buddy's Burger - Double Spicy cheese burger- with added bacon- so good! - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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! read more

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! read more

Buddy's Burger - Front counter inside - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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Great taste and decent value. Staff was very friendly. Thanks read more

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.. read more

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 read more

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

I asked for mayonnaise. They said they would give me a mayonnaise packet, asked for everything on it barely gave me any lettuce which you're kind of going down to McDonald's kind of level. read more

Buddy's Burger - Very little lettuce and my own mayonnaise - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

The food here is good love the shakes definitely a stop of you want a good burger the only thing is the wait both inside and the drive thru you'll probably get your food faster if you go inside read more

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. read more

Buddy's Burger - Strawberry shake with frozen strawberries puréed oh so good - Burgers Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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 !! read more