We recently held our 35th class reunion at Buddy's Pizza in Dearborn, and they did an outstanding job accommodating our group. From the planning to the service, everything was seamless, and we truly appreciated all of their efforts. Our server was absolutely amazing, friendly, attentive, and always making sure everyone had everything they needed. It's hard to find service that attentive, and it made our gathering even more enjoyable. The food was fantastic! We shared the famous 4-piece cheese Detroit-style pizza and a fresh house salad, and I ordered the lasagna with marinara. Everything was hot, flavorful, and exactly what you'd expect from Buddy's. Thank you to the entire team for helping make our reunion such a memorable event. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back. I wouldn't hesitate to host another gathering here. Highly recommend! read more

Jillian was the server. Super helpful and attentive. Buddy Bread came out hot and so tasty! Hawaiian pizza was tasty, but Margherita was just so-so. I'd never had Blake's Cider on tap and it was delicious! I'd definitely go back to try more items on the menu. read more

Buddy's Pizza - Dearborn - Buddy Bread (half eaten), 2 pieces of Margarita, 2 pieces of Hawaiian. - Pizza Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

When I travel I want to experience different regional favorites. So this was the first attempt to try actual Detroit style pizza. I'm a real picky person when it comes to pizza but I am open minded enough to try different foods. New York style thin crust has always been my favorite (New Yorker here!) the. My wife is from Chicago I have a favorite pizza from that area and it ain't UNO's! This was a good tasty pizza I do love the cheesy crusty edges. I opted for the old fashioned pepperoni which is placed on top of the sauce and cheese. Great crunch, oozy cheese, sauce was awesome, all together great Detroit pizza (sadly this was my first one) if anyone can recommend THE BEST. I will drive around town to get it! Service was good, pretty typical ambiance for a pizza joint. But the deal is the PIZZA! Guide me in the right direction. If you have a favorite and is hands down the best in the city! Thanks yall. Until next time read more

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After extensive dental work I'm able to enjoy my most missed meal - Buddy's pizza. So worth the wait. Friendly and fast service from Brooklyn. Pizza so delicious and still piping hot when I got home. Fair pricing plus great rewards program. Nostalgic decor is so welcoming. read more

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Posting because I found an amazing halal hack for non pork eaters. I have always been jealous of the antipasto salad because it traditionally comes with ham and salami, but now you can sub halal pepperoni! Why is this extra amazing you ask? Because it comes with the Wisconsin brick cheese that is cool, creamy, and has a delightful chewy texture. I just love the way it's chopped. We had Jillian as our server tonight and she was fantastic. Friendly, attentive, hooked us up with our pepperoni substitute for the salad, and brought us out a new pizza when our first round was way over cooked. The second pizza was so good, crispy, and cheesy! I looove the vibes at Buddy's. It's a very nostalgic place and the patio is fabulous. read more

Buddy's Pizza - Dearborn - Buddy's date night! Mozzarella Sticks & Pepsi Zero Sugar 20 oz - Pizza Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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First time. Great environment and the pizza and Mac n cheese were superb. They don't have pizza like this in Seattle!! read more

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The buddy's bread was so good I would've only ordered a basket of that, it was warm, buttery, covered in parm, and honestly better than the actual pizza. The pizza itself was okay, I ordered a pepperoni deep dish. It wasn't bad, but it almost tasted frozen and was kind of a disappointment when I had traveled so far to try it. The crust was decent and the best part but the flavor didn't blow me away. That said, service was fine it was kinda empty when I went during lunch hours and I didn't get a refill the entire time I was there which was disappointing. That being said the buddy's bread made it worth it. read more

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This place is fantastic. We were at Greenfield Village and someone told us if we wanted pizza to go here. I'm so glad they did. We both loved this place. Great pizza, wonderful salad, really friendly and attentive service. We'll be coming back. read more

First stop in Eastern Michigan is always this location of Buddys. I love the Detroit pizza. Ruth took care of a group of 6 asking for seperate bills with a smile. She was friendly and engaging. My only complaint was the absence of Coke products. Ruth offered to go to her car so I could have a Coke Zero but would not have been allowed to so I settled for a Diet Pepsi. The full meat pizza was excellent. I ordered 4 squares and was full after 3 of them. Recommend. read more

I've been here a couple of times now, and it never disappoints! Jillian took care of me the second time and was great! Super attentive and made sure everything came out just right. I ordered the Bocce IPA and a small Meat Deluxe pizza...soooo good! Perfect crust, loaded toppings, and full of flavor. Definitely a go-to spot when I'm in the mood for good pizza and a chill atmosphere. read more

Visiting the Detroit/Troy/Dearborn area, I had to try Detroit style pizza for the first time in its "birthplace." I am a true pizza lover and like all different styles, so this is a must. We tried a classic 8 square Detroit style pizza If you aren't familiar, Detroit style pizza is a thick crusted rectangular pizza that typically has some of the cheese carmelized. I enjoyed it and I would definitely say it is worth a try if you unfamiliar and like grandma style or Sicilian style pizza. read more

A local friend & I stopped in at 2:30 on a Sunday. We were seated right away and our server was attentive. I enjoyed a berry cider from Blake's (local to Michigan) as we ordered Buddy Bread, the Antipasto Salad, and a pepperoni 8 corner pizza. The food was delicious, I enjoyed getting authentic Detroit pizza! My leftover slices ever tasted great from the toaster oven the next day. The restaurant itself is a bit tired looking, but nothing crazy. read more

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We wanted to try Detroit-style pizza, and Buddy's was the place that kept popping up. A classic old school pizza diner that has stood the test of time. I had to do some research about what defines a Detroit-style pizza: rectangular in shape; a chewy and airy crust; and caramelized cheese (ideally Wisconsin brick cheese) along the crust edges. Buddy's checked all those boxes. Wasn't too crazy about the appetizers, but the pizzas were amazing! The antipasto salad was the very definition of pizza salad with a random assortment of toppings, but I did appreciate the freshness of the vegetables. The minestrone soup had a thicker consistency than I was used to and reminded me of a chowder rather than a more classic tomato-based soup. For the pizzas, we had the Detroit Public TV (pepperoni and cheese) and the Super 6 Mile (ham, pepperoni, onions, mushrooms, green peppers). I'm normally biased towards more toppings, but in this case, I actually liked the classic pepperoni and cheese one more. For dessert, we couldn't pass up on their cream puff sundae. Definitely a keeper! Overall, a great way to start our trip. Definitely recommend if you're looking for classic Detroit-style pizza. And where better to get it than from where it all started? read more

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Ok, I am just going to start of by saying Buddy's pizza is amazing! Delicious. We had to try Buddy's as we heard it's a must when visiting Detroit. We used this Dearborn location and ordered online. Service was not very friendly or personable but they were busy and it has its separate to-go and pick up door and area. We grabbed our food and took it back to the hotel and devoured it. I would absolutely recommend and I love the cheese and that crust! read more

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I love the BBQ chicken pizza so much it's hard to stray and order something different. Antipasto salad is always a winner and I like to get a larger one, even if it's only me dining in, because then I have leftovers for a couple days. I always get the dressing on the side. My server was attentive and accommodating to any request and always with a smile. Love Buddy's, always will! read more

We wanted Detroit style pizza, and Buddy's was great! We ordered 2 8-square pizzas, and it was more than our party of 4 could eat. Delicious. Atmosphere was fun, service was great. read more

First time trying Detroit Style Pizza! This was my first stop after landing and I was seriously craving pizza! I ended up at this spot and ordered The Detroiter. It definitely hit the spot and met all my expectations. The pizza came out super fresh like, the box was burning hot. The cheese was perfectly chewy and the spices were on point. I ordered a side of ranch to dip it in and wow... sooo bomb. It took about 15 minutes to make. It was worth the wait. The staff were really friendly and the place has both dine-in and a separate side for takeout or pickup orders. I just wish we had this spot back home in California. So glad I got to try it. read more

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How do you visit Detroit and not try Buddy's for Detroit-style pizza? It definitely didn't disappoint! Our server was fantastic, super helpful with recommendations and made the whole experience even better. The food was great, and the pizza was absolutely worth the hype. We also tried the cream puff sundae (pretty sure it's a Michigan thing), and it was the perfect sweet ending. The place has that classic, old-school pizza shop vibe, which really adds to the overall ambiance. Definitely recommend read more

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This place is iconic. What a great place to watch a game or get a pour with your mates. Oh, and the pizza is phenomenal, too!

Pizza was fantastic! I got the 4 square spicy Italian pizza and it was thick and flavorful! My only negative comment was the evening I went (7:30 PM), it was nowhere near busy but my server was very unattentive. I finished my food, after waiting for a while I finally asked another server for a to go box. That server never brought it either. She never even came out of the back then about 10 minutes passed and she came out with the check. I was eating solo so it wasn't a wait time for a big part to finished. That part was disappointing, but the food was good enough that I'd go back and visit still and just hope to get a different server read more

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This place is right in my backyard to say, but I haven't been there in years since I went plant based and didn't see any vegan pizza options on their menu. I decided to give it a try anyway and was pleasantly surprised that they were happy to accommodate me by substituting the cheese with the plant based cheese (Dayia). I ended up getting a four square margarita pizza and I have to say it was delicious! The pizza had for me the perfect amount of sauce and cheese (Dayia has come along way with their cheese and it is now pretty flavorful and melty) mixture. That coupled with the crunch of the crust and the perfect thickness of the dough made it very tasty. I was very impressed with the service too. The host was friendly and we got seated quickly. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and when she was not 100% sure she checked with the kitchen. She also was very diligent and caught that the pizza originally got made non vegan so they promptly made another and the manager came and apologized to us and took it off our bill which truly not necessary but a pleasant surprise. As for the ambiance the place has not changed since I used to frequent it back in my non vegan days but that's not a bad thing. I love the sports mural on the back wall featuring the 84 Tigers (one of my favorite teams of all time), and it has plenty of televisions if you're looking to watch a game. The place also has a nice bar area if you're looking to grab a drink with a friend or two. Overall, it was a great experience and I will definitely be stopping back in. If I had a suggestion for the place it would be maybe to show case the fact that you can make your pizzas plant based for the vegan diner so that they know that you are vegan friendly. read more

Loved our visit to Buddy's. The pizza did not disappoint! The perfect Detroit style pizza and good atmosphere. We got a few 4 squares to try and each had a different taste/flavor. Buddy bread to start which was a family favorite as well. Highly recommend for a relaxed and fun dining experience. read more

Pizza was delicious. It's a cross between a New York Sicilian and a Chicago deep dish. We ordered the Detroit, which had pepperoni and chunks of stewed tomatoes, topped with "Italian " spices. The crust is like an oily Chicago with crunch. The cheese was a good mozzarella; stringy. Definitely a must try. read more

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I loved the atmosphere of this place and all the pictures. It has such a nostalgic feel of a pizzeria. There is also lots of space to spread out and relax so you aren't right on top of everyone else. We ordered the eight square pizza with half pepperoni and half veggie. It was just enough for both of us which makes it a great value. The pizza was amazing and the edges had that magical flavor. Our server was really friendly and patient with us as we wanted to order the right thing. We ended with a Vernor's float which was really good. For the price, this is a lot of food. I hope to return with my wife. read more

I've been coming here for years, I just realized that I haven't done a review. The antipasto salad is always so good, so we ordered that and 8pc Detroiter pizza. I prefer the tomato basil sauce on the Detroiter pizza, it seems lighter and fresher. Anyway, the pizza was also very good. We had a great server, I can't find the receipt to mention her name. She was very attentive and sweet. The decor is fun and colorful, I noticed the booth we sat in was a bit torn up. read more

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Again...criminally undercooked. It's a different pizza if you can't get the edges even kinda brown. Why? Did some suburban knucklehead complain. The pizza should be no different than the original restaurant. Or just rename it Tepid Buddy's or something. Ordered 10 pizza...one or two came out OK. I walked over to another table to get a proper slice. read more

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My search for finding a place to fulfill Pizza night has been filled. The scene is quaint, full of all sorts of people. Whether in town to watch the Wings or Big Blue perform, they also have full bar. Where, even you can get a snoot of Hendricks (gin), if you're in need of a drink. I'm stuffing my jowls on two, 4-squared pizzas- Greek town, and Meat Deluxe. All the while trying to be healthy with a medium sized antipasto! read more

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Buddy's supposedly has one of the best Detroit style pizzas. It's sauce on top of the cheese instead of the other way around. We were meeting my hubby's friend here. They shared the All-Corner 8-Squared $22.99. I got the lunch special 1/2 pasta, signature side salad and buddy bread $9.99. I chose spaghetti and antipasto salad. The spaghetti was dry and the antipasto needed more dressing. I would pass on those and just get the pizza. The pizza is what they're known for and I can see why. The pizza was so good. The crust is deep dish, so the sides of the crust is super crispy. Their red sauce and cheese was delicious. They opted for no toppings. His friend said that the toppings made the pizza soggy. I would like to try one with toppings the next time just to see. They're cheese pizza people. I'm load on the toppings person. read more

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The welcome was not exactly warm when entering the establishment. It took awhile for us to be noticed. We were seated right away and took a bit for the waitress to come over. The soup was warm, definitely not hot but it was tasty. The buddy bread (garlic sticks with marinara) were good but the marinara was cold it would have been better warmed or even room temperature. The salad was rather large compared to what I was expecting. The cheese used is bold. The 4 piece pizza was good. The crust was baked to perfection. The sauce was had a bold flavor. My only critique is that it was lacking on pepperoni. read more

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Made my first visit to Buddy's Pizza in Dearborn. This place was Flippin awesome ordered the eight square cheese and sausage and the thin crust eight square cheese and pepperoni both absolutely delicious 100% one of the best Detroit style pizzas I've ever had obviously in Detroit, so it taste better. Service was great , plenty of tables atmosphere was really cool to be in. It felt like you were definitely in a Detroit pizza style restaurant. I highly recommend buddies if you're looking for that Detroit tangy sauce as Dave Portnoy would say this is the place to visit on a pizza scale of Dave Portnoy. I would give this a 8.1 read more

I'm a big fan of Detroit style pizza. If I had Buddy as a buddy I'd be eating substantially more of it. I picked up a four slice "Detroit Public TV" pizza and it was bangin. The cheese was nicely baked into the crust, the pepperonis had the perfect amount of curl. A few areas did look slightly off in the ratio of sauce to cheese, but the taste was still spot on. I picked up my order so I didn't get a chance to experience the table service, but the pick-up attendant was friendly. I'll definitely go back next time I'm near Dearborn. read more

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"78 years ago a new style of pizza was born in the Motor City and it was different. What makes a pizza Detroit-Style? The same things that made Detroit - a little bit of ingenuity, some stubborn spirit and a whole lot of heart. It's what sparked an original idea back in 1946 to take a steel auto pan, create something new and make Buddy's the birthplace of Detroit-Style Pizza. - The Detroit-Style Pizza legacy began at Buddy's Rendezvous Pizzeria on Six Mile and Conant street on Detroit's eastside when in 1946 Gus Guerra and team made their first square-shaped pizza. Baked in forged-steel pans borrowed from local automotive plants, they were able to produce a very light and crispy crust which is now known as Detroit-Style Pizza. This was the first known square pizza in the U.S. and now, more than 78 years later, the pizza style has become a national favorite. Detroit-Style Pizza is recognizable by its iconic square shape and crunchy, cheesy corner slices. Influenced by square Sicilian-style pizza, Detroit-Style Pizza consistently impresses pizza lovers due to its unique layering structure and stunning presentation. " Buddy's Pizza - Dearborn offers one of the MOST Authentic Detroit Style 'Square-Pan' Pizzas anywhere in the World. The only thing that matches it is the Detroit Style 'Square-Pan' Pizzas that one can find at every other branch of Buddy's Pizza found in the growing Detroit Metro. What do the Critics Say: "Detroit's pizza scene is one of the most exciting in the country," said Food & Wine Magazine. USA Today called Buddy's Pizza "Pilgrimage-worthy pizza" and The Daily Meal named it #6 of the 101 Best Pizzas in America. "Detroit-Style Is Motown's Favorite Pizza," said Pizza Marketing Quarterly. CBS news said, "Detroit cooks up a comeback with its signature pizza." read more

Great pizza. We got thin crust (still 1/2-3/4" thick. Rectangular, apparently was Detroit is famous for. The pizza is put together different from what I am use to - crust, then cheese, pepperoni. I am told they use white Wisconsin Cheddar for the cheese which gives it a different, but very good, taste from the usually mozzarella cheese. The 'pep' was the small, 1" size that cups when broiled. Excellent taste with no 'after effects.' We also split an 'Antipasto Salad' with lettuce, Wisconsin cheddar (cubed), 2 or 3 kinds of Italian deli meet sliced into little pieces and 'oil and vinegar' dressing. There might have been a few pieces of tomato - I am not sure. Unlike the antipasto salad I make, there were no olives and no Pepperoncini (I am going to sneak some in next time). Most importantly, they had Vernors ginger ale. I had this meal on two consecutive nights. The Service was excellent both times - friendly and efficient. It is within walking distance to the Dearborn Hampton Inn. Buddy's pizza has replaced my lifetime favorite from Rubino's in Bexley, Ohio (since 1964). I can't until next year's Oktoberfest in Frankenmuth. I will eat a Buddy's pizza before and after the Oktoberfest!! read more

I like Detroit Style Pizza. Like, a lot. Since I am vacationing in the city, I really wanted to try some real detroit style to have as a reference. Our wait staff was very knowledgeable and she recommended some items immediately. Bread was absolutely amazing. I would totally eat it every time if I lived near. Pizza was good. I am so used to crunchy edges, but this one was what you want from well done pan pizza. Very easy to eat, nothing that will break your jaw, gums, or crowns while you chew it down. Greasy and yet well done pizza. Cheers to one of the OGs. read more

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Loved the service, cheese on the Detroit style is whatever. 3/5 read more

Buddy's is supposedly the birthplace of Detroit-style pizza so I had to stop by one of their locations during my recent visit to Detroit. You can order either a 4 square or 8 square size, and I ordered a 4-square of the Super 6 Mile pizza for $17.49. This Detroit-style pizza a nicely crispy raised crust (not as deep as Chicago deep dish though). This pizza had pepperoni, onions, green peppers, mushrooms, and ham, although it was generally a bit light on the toppings, especially the pepperoni. That being said, the Wisconsin brick cheese was delicious and nicely melted on the pizza. We also tried the Buddy Bread ($5.99) as a starter. This was a bit underwhelming. While the bread was soft with a bit of cheese and garlic, it was not as flavorful as I would have hoped for. They definitely could've benefited from more cheese, garlic, and some melted butter on there too (instead of the small butter packets on the side). The place is decorated very much in a Detroit kind of style with Detroit-themed decor all over the walls. There is a very chill vibe with plenty of seating available. The service was a bright spot at Buddy's. Shoutout to our waiter Billy for being extremely friendly and helpful - he definitely made sure we were having a good experience. The hostess was also very friendly. The service speed was pretty quick. Overall, aside from a few points for improvement, I enjoyed my time at Buddy's. Whether you are a local or a visitor looking to try out Detroit-style pizza, I think Buddy's is a great option for you. read more

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I hope this review, is beneficial to somebody. Because I wasn't planning on making a review on any of my stops in Detroit. However, here goes. Family style well known restaurant. A must stop. The menu includes everything. From a well array of appetizers to desserts, and a full bar. My fav was the mule. Wait staff is fun and patient to first timers. I enjoyed everything I had, had the 4 ct margarita pizza. The Detroit pizza is not overwhelming on the dough and toppings. There isn't much to say, because I had a pleasant experience and nothing negative is relevant to share. I will definitely be back. read more

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Buddy's is Detroit! Detroit is Buddy's! Been coming here since I was a kid and the consistency, service and food is what keeps bringing me back! I like this location in Dearborn the best! Just like the vibe, environment and of course the food!! Never disappointed when I come here! Came in today for lunch and it was great as usual! read more

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First Detroit style pizza in Michigan for me. It's pretty solid in terms of the flavor. I felt the toppings lacked a bit for me but overall if I was in a pinch I would get a quick bite to eat. I appreciate it not being overly salty. The buffalo chicken had cilantro which was an interesting touch that I enjoyed. Pepperoni pizza could have been more generous in toppings. It's more on the saucier side but I would prefer that over something dry. The salads are a bit basic but nothing to complain about if you aren't being nit picky. However I do wish there was more of an abundance of toppings. Some slices had barely three fairly sized pieces if even that for the pizzas with protein. read more

This was our first visit to Dearborn Michigan and heard that Detroit had good pizza's. We saw on that The Henry Ford ticket gave a discount for Buddy's Pizza. Unfortunately I didn't have the ticket so didn't get a discount, but tried their pizza anyway. We ordered an 8 square Sicilian pizza with salad and IPA beer. We really liked the crust of the pizza, and they don't hesitate to load on the cheese. Overall everything was great and highly recommend this restaurant. Free parking at the rear of the restaurant. read more