Visiting Detroit and what a way to start off the trip with some Detroit Pizza! I don't know how much in depth I need to describe the pizza but each bite was the perfect bite. And the wings and fries were great as well. Major shoutout to the staff to handle our party of 8 at the last hour with great attitude! read more

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Got directed to the downtown Detroit location by a local during the IndyCar race this summer and loved it, so when we found ourselves hungry in Ann Arbor a couple of weeks ago, we stopped in. The modern big shopping complex location does a pretty decent job of capturing the feel of the original Detroit spot. Service and food were both up to the same high standards too. We tried the thinner crusted pie this time and it was just as good as the Detroit style with a bit lighter crust. Both are really good. Service was great and our server arranged to get the Astros game up on one of the numerous TV's for us. On the loud n' lively side, but not unpleasantly so. There were quite a few larger groups and families there enjoying themselves. Comprehensive beer list including plenty of local options to try. Definitely on our favorites list! read more

For years, Buddy's Pizza was the undisputed king of Detroit-style pizza, setting the standard for the thick, crispy, cheesy pies that defined the genre. But in recent years, things have taken a sharp turn for the worse. The pizza just isn't what it used to be--lacking flavor, quality, and the rich textures that once made it iconic. And has anyone else noticed how thin the crust is now? It feels like they're cutting corners everywhere. What used to be a signature deep-dish with layers of taste now feels more like a glorified thin crust, just cut into squares. Honestly, Buddy's has changed the DNA of their pizza so much that it no longer feels like Detroit-style at all. If anything, it's become average at best. At this point, I'd argue that places like Jet's and others are carrying the torch of real Detroit-style pizza. Buddy's? Not so much anymore. Sad, but true--Detroit's former #1 has lost its way. read more

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This is my wife's families favorite pizza. They used to drive about 45min to get it. They opened one near my mother-in-law's home a couple years ago. We had to grab some while visiting to partake in old family tradition. PIZZA STYLE - This is Detroit style pizza. Think square pizza with a thick, buttery/greasy crust. Their tomato basil pizza sauce is super yummy! QUALITY INGREDIENTS - sets these pies apart from crowd. For example, they have multiple types of pepperoni, and they are delicious. I am not normally a pepperoni fan. Delicious black olives are also a treat. SICILIAN PIZZA - Family go-to favorite. Wisconsin brick cheese, pepperoni, green peppers, black olives, salami, diced tomatoes, tomato basil sauce and Buddy's Sicilian spice blend. It's like a pizza version of an Italian sub. GLUTEN FREE PIZZA - if you can't eat gluten, like my daughter, they have you covered. It's a thinner crust, but super cheesy. Gluten free pizzas are limited to the 4 slice size. GREEK SALAD - family normally orders a Greek salad, as we did on this occasion. The quality ingredients make this a fantastic salad. Kalamata olives are delicious, fresh lettuce and their Greek dressing. read more

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Actually embarrassed to say I'm trying this for the first time. Easily one of the top 5 pizzas I've ever eaten. Ordered an antipasto salad(easily enough for two) to share, and a 4X4 pepperoni. The pepperonis are under the cheese and the sauce is cooked on top of the most light and buttery pan pizza crust. The ratio of ingredients to crust is spot on perfection. Not too thick like the Chicago Deep Dish. Detroit has the delicious bite without all the filler. I WILL be back; I forgot to take pictures it was so good read more

The pizza is always high quality and out relatively quickly. They offer a happy hour during the week and have a great selection of drinks and beer. The prices are a little high, but not unreasonable. read more

Very tasty pizza and beer on tap. I tried the 4piece Hawaiian pizza and was very happy with the flavor and texture. The crust was nicely crisp except at the very center. Lots of beers on tap. The only bad part was that the cellphone reception in the building was really bad. read more

Buddy's Pizza - Ann Arbor - Buddy Brew - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Good pizza. Never had detroit style pizza before. Pricing is definitely on the high end. Get coupons on their website. 8 piece pizza doesn't serve 4 as they claim. read more

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When I first arrived, I thought to myself that I would go to a restaurant to venture out after work but not once did I do that. I was the last person to leave the office Tuesday night and felt that I didn't have a choice to dine-in because I still needed to catch up on work at the hotel. I placed my order online (seamless experience) and drove about 12-13 minutes to my destination. I ordered the oven-baked meatballs and Spicy Italian. I ordered the 4-square and almost ordered another pizza to try but since I wasn't going to the gym, I held some self-control. The pickup was also seamless; staff were friendly but seemed disconnected. I didn't know (my fault, too) so I did not ask for napkins and utensils. I ate the meatballs w/ the generous garlic bread that came w/ it. The meatballs were tender. I enjoyed it but had to drink a lot of water afterwards... The pizza was good but nothing like Slice of Homage from San Jose. I know, what would I know about Detroit-style pizza but maybe I selected the wrong pizza to order? Either ways, I had a great meal at my desk in my hotel room. I remember logging off shortly before midnight and cleaned up everything. The drive back was scary; lightning was happening. That day I experienced sunshine, wind, rain, and thunderstorms. You can experience all seasons in one day here in Michigan, Oh, I loved the fact that masks weren't mandatory! read more

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Love it! Everything was good. Food, service and location. First time trying Detroit style pizza and it is good. Crispy and tasty, especially It's not as heavy as regular pizza. The veggies sampler appetizer is good too, fresh and delicious! We also have the Antipasto Salad with house dressing. They were busy but we didn't wait long for tables nor our food. Highly recommended! Will come again! read more

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Everybody has a different taste palate~That being said, we have experienced consistently tasty pizza and salad from going regularly once a month with many different people from in state and out of state. They all gave it 5 stars~ read more

Buddy's pizza is stand out delicious! The staff is friendly, and the ambience is welcoming whether you just come in to pick up or if you stay to eat. Pizza doesn't come any better than.Buddy's! read more

The first time having the original Detroit style pizza and it was delicious! Greek salad (3/5 people) was perfect for me and the wife because we absolutely love salad and this one was fresh, crispy, and tasty! Got the 4 slice of Henry Ford pizza and did not disappoint! Crust was light, and airy but crispy bottom, light sauce and good toppings! We got there late but they served us like we were first or regular customers! Just incredible service with friendly atmosphere! Very open inside so people aren't bumping you as they leave, nice! Clean bathroom, clean table, friendly service and good food! Can't complain about anything, thanks buddy's! read more

The pizza was delicious! I will definitely be back for another pizza. My order was processed quickly and the staff were friendly.

This location is still serving great food with friendly service. It has been over 3 years since I'd been to this location but it's still operating like a new business, even with covid restrictions. The general manager was at the door when we arrived and she gave us a friendly greeting and sat us right away. Our server was quick to come to our table and he was attentive the whole time. We ordered Buddy's bread and an 8 slice pizza. When we ordered our bread our server said "ranch and pizza sauce". How did he know? Probably because those two are so common. I thought that was pretty witty of him. Our bread was served to us quickly and it was warm and tasty. Soon after our pizza was served and it had awesome presentation. It was hot and very flavorful. Hubby especially enjoyed it which was good since we were celebrating his birthday! We aren't close to this location but we will probably return at some point. Hats off to the staff for great service at time when many restaurants aren't able to provide it. read more

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We waited an entire hour for a table. We watched them send many people away when they stopped taking names and customers at 6:20, supposedly because some of the wait staff called in sick. They don't close until 10 p.m. A new hostess appeared at 6:30 after getting called into work on her day off. It became her job to tell the customers coming in the door that they couldn't seat anyone else that night. After a while, the people who came in right before us were seated, and then the manager came out from the kitchen and announced that they were out of food. I kid you not!!! They had salad and some type of bread, but no pizza or regular food. The manager practically ran to the back after her proclamation of, "We're out of food," and left the hostess to deal with the unhappy customers who had been waiting from 40-60 minutes. To her credit, the hostess tried. She was super sweet and in a bad position. Do you know what we received for our hour wait? First of all, we left very hungry. Secondly, each of us got a whopping $5 voucher that has to be used within 30 days and you can only use one voucher per TABLE per visit. So we literally waited an hour, left without eating, and only have a $5 coupon for a future visit. Their online coupons save you more than that. There is NO way they did not know they were going to run out of food before then and they knew there was an entryway full of people waiting to be seated. I am appalled. Inexcusable. I have nothing nice to say, so I'll end here. That's the nicest thing I can think to do. :) read more

First time trying Detroit Style Pizza and not bad at all! I feel like pizza chains sometimes have a bad reputation but I was actually surprised by Buddy's. It's nice that they have both a takeout ordering station and a restaurant. - Belle Isle - Definitely the lighter version out of the two that I ordered. I did really like the crust though which is really crispy but also light at the same time. Maybe wouldn't recommend if you want something a little bit heavier in flavor. - Conant - My favorite out of the two. I really love barbeque pizza in general and this sauce was so good, slightly sweet and not too oily and the chicken goes really well with it. Overall, I'm very impressed by Buddy's and the pizza itself looks very pretty. To be honest, can't really taste the difference between Detroit pizza and regular pizza, so would stress more on the flavor profile rather than texture. read more

Buddy's Pizza - Ann Arbor - Belle Isle + Conant - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

My first dip into the world of Detroit Style pizza. My wife and I couldn't agree on toppings, so we each got our own four square pizza. The pizzas are rectangular with a crisp, oily pan-fried crust. The toppings and especially cheese are really packed in there. The sauce is more of an afterthought, with a few tablespoons plopped on top of the copious toppings. I had the Henry Ford. As an aside, before moving to SE Michigan, I had no idea that this car guy would have his name on absolutely everything in a few hundred mile radius of Detroit: parks, streets, hospitals, hamburgers. If you can imagine it, they can name it after Ford. Back to my pizza, which was topped with bacon, ground beef, onions, and blue cheese. It was heart and savory, and they definitely did not skimp on the meat. It was a bit greasy, but even more so, it was very very salty. I think I would likely order something else next time just because of the sodium overload. My wife's pizza was a bit more balanced, with spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, and three different kinds of cheese. For a sense of scale, I ate three of my squares and my wife ate two of hers, and we were both full. We both enjoyed our pizzas overall, and was spent less than $30 after tax and tip with an extra meal left over between the two of us. Buddy's pizzas are substantial, fairly prices, and highly customizable. The fact that you can choose your pizza to be four or eight squares makes it a good option if everyone in your party wants to try something different, or if you are getting food just for yourself. If you want to dive into the world of Detroit-style pizza, this is a great place to start, and I'm sure we will be back. read more

Buddy's Pizza - Ann Arbor - Henry Ford - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Stopped in for a bite while in town for a Trader Joe's trip. You know you're going to get a good Detroit style pizza when you get Buddy's. Crispy edges with that chewy dough. Staff was really friendly and attentive and the location looked really cool. The breadsticks could use some more seasonings on it. Besides that everything was great. read more

Thursday evening, no line, no wait for a table. We waited an hour and a half for a medium salad, a small bbq pizza and a large pepperoni pizza. Free breadsticks doesn't cover it. read more

Absolutely delicious pizza and salad. Love the variety of food on their menu. The pizza hit it out of the park. I ordered the bbq chicken pizza and it was amazing. The flavors blended together perfectly and nothing overpowered each other. The crust was delicious as well. The chicken tender salad was amazing. Good amount of vegetables and the tenders were so good. Can't wait to return! read more

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Severely disappointed in the way my pizza was overcooked. It was hard and barely able to be eatten. read more

Buddy's Pizza - Ann Arbor - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Disappointed! Close to Detroit of course thought we were in for a treat and the pizza was anything but that. We had a build your own to make it like a combo and it came up short. We have a local place in the Seattle area that is so much better with flavorful Detroit style pizza than what we had at Buddys. Very bland sauce and not a great dough flavor read more

Buddy's Pizza - Ann Arbor - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Ok.. I'm from Illinois and traveled up to Ann Arbor to see my beloved WOLVERINES KEEP THE JUG WHERE IT BELONGS! Of course, me and the 3 'sons' I had with me were starving after the game! Found Buddy's VERY CLOSE to the stadium. Thought for sure that immediately after a game we would never get in! WRONG!!!!! A MERE 30 MINUTE WAIT! Awesome! Won't find that in Chicago! LOL Atmosphere was great, not too tight and of course..DRAPED IN MAIZE AND BLUE! Server was super nice. Now...I'm from Chicago..like the heart of Southside pizza Chicago. I have a particular set of taste buds and skills that have only served Chicago pizza. Ordered the Detrioter and the Spicy Italian...AND WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED! The cheese was different from Chicago pizza but good! Sauce was a bit on the light side but, again I'm from Chicago! LOL The toppings though...FIRE!!! I LOVE THE PEPPERS! And wait.. the crust...people...THE CRUST SHUT MY MOUTH!! Perfect crunch but not so 'crunchy' that you couldn't get that bite ya know?! Next trip up we already agreed...WE'RE COMING BACK TO BUDDY'S!!!! read more

Last Friday night my husband turned to me and said, "let's order a pizza tonight and play Simpson's Clue!" Never one to say no to pizza, I was IN. Now, thanks to my current obsession with Animal Crossing, the latter didn't happen (sorry husband, my island beautification waits for no one) but the former was delivered hot and delicious from Buddy's. I was so happy to have a slice good Detroit style pizza again I may have shed a small tear. When I placed the order they said it could be closer to 40 minutes to an hour so I was pleasantly surprised when our doorbell rang 30 minutes later. Hot damn! We went with two 4 square pizzas. The Motown Museum (Motor City cheese blend, Old World pepperoni and bacon) and the Detroiter (cheese, pepperoni on top, tomato basil sauce, topped with shaved parmesan cheese and Buddy's Sicilian spice blend) with added mushrooms. We also added a medium house salad. It was all fantastic. Fresh, delicious, and safely delivered to our house. My only complaint was that desserts weren't available for delivery. At least they weren't on the Grubhub app. I would have killed for a Sander's hot fudge cream puff! But I realize ice cream delivery is a bit more difficult. But still--I WANT IT. I'm definitely excited for the next time we order. And I promise, this time board games will be involved. read more

Ordered this via delivery. Overall, not a bad slice of pizza. This is the second time I'd ever had Detroit style pizza, and I like the crispy edgier and flavor blend. The Detroiter is similar to a standard pepperoni pizza, but with the added Sicilian spice blend. It was pretty good. The Bbq Conant had a nice blend of sweet and savory. I might order this again, but the price is a little high for the volume of pizza. read more

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Unreal!! This pizza is amazing. Bartender great!! And the ambiance, who cares the pizza is the greatest!!!

Got two different pizzas which were great. Crust was fantastic. Sat at the bar and Avery was super attentive and fun!

I had no idea Detroit style pizza was a thing, but I'm glad Buddy's Pizza was my first experience of it! I placed an order online for two 4-slice pizzas, 1 Hawaiian and 1 Super 6 Mile and when I arrived at the restaurant it was ready to go (and still hot by the time I got back home). The staff was also super friendly when I came to pick up my order. Both the toppings and crust of the pizzas were really tasty. The edge of the crust was crisp and had a nice texture. The Hawaiian pizza in particular stood out as being particularly delicious, there seemed to be some bbq sauce(?) underneath the cheese and toppings which was really good and not something that I see at a lot of pizza places. My only gripe is that the pizza is on the pricier side, I think it was around $13-14 for a 4-slice pizza, which is a lot of money for not a lot of slices (the slices are pretty small too). read more

Buddy's must be in trouble. We went there last week to eat in the restaurant, as opposed to doing take out, and the 4 corner pizza the brought to the table was anything but a Buddy's Pizza. I was truly disappointed. The pizza was thin and had almost no cheese on it. It was supposed to be a double pepperoni "DPT", I believe, but compared earlier times was instead a poor imitation and in my view totally unacceptable. It was sent back. The Manager informed me that the exact number of pepperoni were put on each piece and it was made to "spec". All I know is that whomever decided what "spec" was supposed to be, didn't know what a "Buddy's Pizza" was supposed to be. And I informed her that "this ain't it!" Apparently they're having trouble at Buddy's, and when every pepperoni, ever ounce of cheese and every ladle of sauce is doled out like exact change at a bank the "Fat Lady" hasn't just stopped singing, she's left the building! The product as of late has definitely suffered and the last word on how to make a Buddy's Pizza has been apparently been given to the "Bean Counters". Not going back. read more

My love for Detroit pizza is no secret. I seriously don't know why it continues to fly under the radar. The four corner pies are everything! Tasty toppings, Perfect depth, and let's not forget what makes this a pie like no other....The chewy, crispy crust. In the battle of Detroit Pizza, Buddy's is the undisputed champion. This is not THATS buddy's. My GPS tells me the Conant location is 30 minutes away, which pretty much translates to 2 hours in hunger time. When you are hungry and only 7 minutes away from Ann Arbor, you make bad decisions. As the yelp reviews will clearly show, these two may share the same name but the quality is miles apart. My pizza not only lacked sauce, but the pepperoni got left off altogether. The signature crust fell well short of what a Detroit crust should resemble. The crust honestly was underdone, barely browned by the time it hit my table. I also watch other pizza's being served at the same doneness. Truth be told, it's the most disappointing Detroit style I've had...anywhere...even outside of this State altogether. I will admit this location is a lot brighter, open, and the staff is as nice as they come. Unfortunately those things come secondary to the actual food. Even my cup of minestrone soup left much to be desired. Pretty sure a minestrone should never be as thick as a chowder. I will continue to assert my love for Buddy's Detroit style pizza. Suburbia you have failed me; the real Buddys resides in the city....and apparently that is a world away. read more

Buddy's Pizza - Ann Arbor - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Greatest pizza in town. Love the antipasto salad. When friends come to visit Buddy's is always on their list to eat.

Delicious Detroit style pizza. Crust was crispy on edges! Love that you can order 4 slices to try something unique without committing to a whole big pie. read more

I dined here after another restaurant that I planned to dine in wasnt open. At 3pm, it was pretty empty and service was extremely fast. It's a great place for family, friends or to watch a sporting event. I like that both the Pro Bowl and the Olympics were showing simultaneously . I was super hungry and ordered the Buddy bread which was very filling. My teen son ate most of it. I ordered my favorite the Greektown 4 square and he got the meat lovers 4 square. Despite his ravenous appetite he was full after 2 pieces. It was the same for me. Luckily we love leftovers and happilt took them home. I dont remember my servers name but he did a great job. Even though I wasn't planning to go here, I left very happy. read more

Buddy's Pizza - Ann Arbor - Three meat pizza. 4 pieces is good to share or take home for another meal - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

This is a Michigan staple for pizza, especially if you like thicker crust. My son was craving it, so I agreed. Our server was very friendly and provided us with great breadsticks with amazing marinara.We indulged in: house salads, motor city pizza and the Hawaiian. If you love square pizza with crispy corners, this will be your jam. read more

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I've been eating Buddy's pizza since I started sporting teeth. Or so the story goes that my mom would give me the crust to chew on when I was teething. There's just something about that crust. I haven't found pizza anywhere that can compete with Buddy's. It's simply the best. The Ann Arbor location has been open for about a year but this was my first time visiting. We were waited on by Larry H who was both attentive and efficient. If change is inevitable the one constant in my life has been Buddy's. The pizza recipe hadn't changed and that's a good thing! From that buttery caramelized crust to the mounds of brick cheese and that robust pizza sauce there's a reason Buddy's consistently ranks in the top ten of pizza across the country. If the pizza is the shining star the antipasto salad is the runner up. Loads of ham, Genoa salami, brick cheese with their homemade dressing makes for a delicious warm up to the pizza. The individual (small) size is easily enough for 2-3 people to share. Buddy's is the birthplace of Detroit style pizza which is becoming more and more recognized across the country. It's often imitated and there's been some valiant efforts but no one has been able to take their crown. Long live Buddy's Pizza! read more

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Saddest thing ... -no pasta -no kids meals -no garlic bread -unsure about the burgers Only pizza,salad and appetizers! I was ok w no pasta and garlic bread but when they said no kids meals I was like what !!! Waitress was not happy to be there and couldn't really tell me a reason why the limited menu... read more

We were in town for a few days and wanted to try Detroit style pizza. While o cannot say that Detroit style pizza is my favorite style of pizza, this was quite good. All of us enjoyed the pizza. The service and atmosphere was always nice. read more

Heard about this local legend for original Detroit-style pizza and had to try it. Looks a little like a chain restaurant but they've been around since 1946 so they must've learned a thing or two, right? Still, it has a fun style and a friendly vibe. More than a few options on the menu but we went for the classic minestrone soup to start and traditional Detroit Public TV squares pizza with the pepperoni under the cheese and old-world pepperoni on top. Two words: TRY IT. This place is the real deal. Amazing crust with the deep buttery olive oil flavor, crispy on the edges but still soft to the bite. Really, you could enjoy the crust with nothing on it. Flavorful sauce and just the right amount. And the pepperoni, mild and full of flavor - and again, just the right amount of it. Service was a bit slow, but to be fair it was busy, and our server did take good care. I've had pizza all across this country of ours and this place is a treat! read more

Buddy's Pizza - Ann Arbor - Detroit Public Tv pizza - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Social distancing was perfect at 25% capacity. This was my first time ordering the meatballs - plump, seasoned and I love the marinara sauce. The garlic bread pairing was ideal. I always enjoy the pizza, tenders and salad as my go-to dishes. Prima! read more

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