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    Buford's Pub

    4.1 (41 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Molly T.

    Fun little bar in small town IL. Great service, great drinks, and delicious food. You will not go home hungry. Very reasonably priced too!

    Kathy F.

    if there was an unlimited star this place would have it. Starting with decor it's an All -American stop it honors the those who serve us Military, Police and Fire the ones who keep up safe. It's not big is but filled with small town charm the staff is outstanding the food came out quickly. I went for the Breaded Pork Tenderloin which they are famous for just look at the picture and you will see why Hand pounded and Breaded juicy and full of flavor. The hubby got a burger which came out perfect.

    Giant breaded pork tenderloin.
    Craig K.

    Road-trip for the giant tenderloin and it didn't disappoint. It's huge but also very good. It's my new favorite. My sons tried the Philly cheesesteak and Nashville hot chicken sandwich. They couldn't keep their hands off my sandwich and loved it. Great service. It's a casual pub in a small town. Can't wait for an excuse to come back

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    Barb A.

    First time for me at Buford's Pub, my family had each been there before. My mom and I were greeted by a very friendly waitress and the bar dog. The bar was full, but she would get us a table as soon as she could. So we waited at the bar. We were still waiting for two others and not in a hurry. While waiting, we saw wonderful looking cheeseburgers going out to tables. It is a great bar with several tables and very friendly people. I and my mom ordered the breaded pork tenderloin- it was not only gigantic but delicious! My SIL ordered the half order of chicken nachos- it was huge! We were all surprised about the nachos. My brother ordered the Philly cheesesteak and it looked delicious. We sat and ate our lunch and had a great time! I will be back to try the cheeseburgers!

    Great pork tenderloin! Sides were very good. Everything was freshly made. All the food looked great. The service was outstanding. Very nice people who asked many times if we needed anything. It's a typical bar/restaurant. Very family friendly. We plan on returning again.

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    We normally don't do many reviews unless it was exceptional. Today we drove 2 hours to Bufords, and what a gem this turned out to be. Small town, only a couple things around...but this is the place to be. We ordered drinks, my wife hose the Bloody Mary, she was very happy she did. I had Flight in an ice cold mug...great start. We ordered the breaded tenderloin and a half order of nachos. Soon the wheelbarrow brought out the orders. Huge is an understatement and tasty, another massive understatement. Altho it was a Sunday afternoon there was live music in the beer garden which is completely covered and seats many patrons. The price was very fair considering the massive amount of food and the great taste. If you are looking for a great little out of the way place for awesome food this is your place. We will be doing the 2 hour ride again...the menu is outstanding and we may try other things but...maybe not. Pretty stuck on what we got. 10 service and 10 food.

    a table full of food
    Tonya Y.

    We went as a family to Bufords tonight because we have been wanting to see what all the hype has been about. We did not leave disappointed. The jumbo tenderloin is delicious. It was cooked perfectly and will make a couple more meals! The kids meals were reasonably priced and were more than enough food for our 7 and 9 year old. My husband got a burger with bacon and barbeque sauce on it and it was so good. The bacon was great quality and cooked well and the sauce had a great flavor. The people were very friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the pub dog is adorable. We can't wait to go back and try out some more items from the menu!

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    I ordered the small bpt sandwich. My husband ordered a burger. It was good. Service ok

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    Great food. Friendly staff. Was looking for hometown atmosphere and get away from the usual suspects for food places.

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    Enjoyed everything I have ordered, since my first time going!! The servers was very nice and attentive.

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    Great place to add on to an adventure of just sightseeing and exploring. Food was great, staff was too.!

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    Everything is amazing. The tenderloin to smoked chicken wings. Staff always friendly and food amazing

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    One of my favorite bar and restraunts. The food is always amazing and made fresh. Good cheap drinks and a great ambiance.

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    The food is affordable. They have outside dining in addition to inside dining. I like their fries

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