A quick addition to the chorus of praise! The food here is terrific and the service is great! The offerings are simple: burgers (smash-type); hot dogs; and French fries (regular or shoestring ). The key thing that differentiates this place is the care and professionalism in their work. Clearly there is some culinary intelligence and experience that shows in everything that they do. Pass the other spots and go here for the best smash experience! read more

Food was very delicious. You can tell the owner is really passionate about what he does and the food quality shows. Good vibes, and the bathroom has a bidet! 4/5 stars. Pricey for the size but tasty. read more

This is easily top 3 of the best smash burgers I've ever had . Like another reviewer mentioned , there is a lot of pride associated with making this "fast food". You can practically taste the effort and care that goes into the food . The burger had great depth although I think it could've even gotten to another level with some thicker pickles. As for the shoe string fries , they were incredibly crunchy ,fresh and satisfying . Being able to play a game or ten of street fighter was also a treat ! Easy 5 star establishment . read more

Bun Buddies - Everything was a smash ! - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

What a cute fast food place! Plenty of table to sit inside. This place focuses on burgers and fries. You can choose from beef or chicken burgers and think or regular cut fries. The food was made to order and came out pretty quickly. The burgers are thin and served on a really good bun that was slightly sweet and not too "bready". I suggest getting a double patty if you are hungry. The fries can be ordered plain or with different toppings. The counter help was very friendly and patient while helping us navigate the menu on our first visit. We would return again and we recommend others to stop in if you are in the mood for a burger and fries. read more

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Wow, just...WOW. I will travel farm and wide for a good burger. A colleague of mine has been raving about this new spot, and I had to give it a try when I was in the area. The interior is simply awesome. I love the industrial/farmhouse/rustic blend on their decor. The restaurant is SPOTLESS. Upon entering, I was greeted in a warm and friendly way and everything was explained to me. These guys know what they're good at, and clearly don't mess with developing other items that will detract away from their strengths. I ordered the classic buddy and fries (one for each of my family members and I), and man was it excellent. Everything was cooked perfectly, tasted absolutely fresh, and was SO flavorful. Just finished my meal, and I'm craving it again. I regret not getting some for later...it's THAT good. Now favorite, will be back, and will do so regularly. Give it a try! You won't regret it! read more

Sandwiched between two personal favorites of mine - Luigi's Meats and Mills Bakery - the pressure was on if BB were 'deserving' of their location and I'm happy to report... they are. The menu is hyper-focused... a patty (choice of veggie, beef, chicken), fries (a few options), and a handful of (soft) drinks. Those smashed patties? Legit. (Plenty of flavor all around, but it gets messy... keep the napkins close by.) Those (entirely too) salty and crispy and golden-hued potatoes? Seriously addictive. Incredibly friendly chap behind the counter (who was doing triple-duty... helping in the kitchen and cleaning up the tables as well). A small counter as well as a handful of tables to sit down (with some wild upcycled retro chairs and tables) as well as two arcade games (awesome!). This street/intersection can get pretty hectic - but you can usually snag a parking spot close by. With tip it was about $18 a person (for a damn decent amount of food). After three visits my fam are officially fans of Bun Buddies (even if that name is a bit kooky to say out loud, right?). read more

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Great place! Amazing Burger! Clean restaurant. Service was friendly and quick. Music was perfect! If you're looking for a really great burger, this is it! Fresh, Fresh, Fresh!! read more

Bun Buddies - Special Buddy w/jalapeño's, shoestring fries and a lemonade! - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

I found this burger place on a Threads posting. We ordered their Special buddy combo and the classic buddy combo, and I liked the special burger better. I also got Shoestring fries and cole slaw, which I loved--nothing to complain about. Finding a GOOD burger is hard, and I think I found one. The hall was clean, and so was the restroom-- which was a plus. And the owner came out of the kitchen to ask how the burgers were. I could tell he cares about his burgers. We had a good lunch. read more

Bun Buddies - Special Buddy + Shoestring Buddy Fries - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

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First time here. Staff were friendly and helpful. Menu is limited but does over some variety with beef, chicken and veggie patties. Chose the chicken burger which was delicious and loaded with toppings - no skimping here! Fries were plentiful! Thin, skin on cut. Very good and they held up on the drive home and were still crispy and delicious. The store is simple layout and rustic look. Very similar to the previous business that was here. Overall very happy with my lunch! read more

Bun Buddies - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

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Absolutely delicious. The men that work there are super nice and it's really clean. I'm not a burger fan but damn these are awesome read more

Another yummy burger spot in the area. There is a good amount of cleaning , restaurant is super clean, and the kitchen is sparkling as well (it's an open kitchen). When we got there we were greeted right away and given a walk through of everything on the menu. I love the small menu, quality over quantity. I got the special buddy. Cheddar cheese, tomato, iceberg lettuce, caramelized onions, homemade pickled relish and house secret sauce. Smash burger was seasoned, juicy , and not greasy. I really enjoyed the special sauce , tangy and sweet. The burger was a bit messy but overall I would get it again. I also love that they have shoestring fries (you don't see that often). They were super thin crispy but still soft on the inside ! read more

Bun Buddies - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

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Quite honestly one of the best burgers I've ever had. The double Special Buddy with shoestring fries is a no-brainer every time. Moved out to Jersey from California early this year and this is the only burger spot me and my fiancé have repeatedly gone back to. Owner and employees are all super nice, restaurant is clean, and the food is just damn good. read more

The place was clean and fun ambience. They had free play arcades (2). So cool and nostalgic. Friendly service and quick. Menu was not overwhelming and easy to make a choice. Burger was fresh and so was the lemonade. I will come back again read more

YUM! One of the best smash burgers we've ever had! The tacos and fries were outstanding, too. Everything was so delicious. Really clean and cute corner shop, and the owner was so friendly and nice. Highly recommend! read more

Been trying to come here on a weekly basis for my burger fix because it's that stinking good here. The food here is so consistent, which in my humble opinion, is the mark of a high-quality restaurant. I actually tried the other new burger spot on the same street next town over, and they aren't even in the same ball park as Bun Buddies. Night and day difference. Made me appreciate this spot even more! For you burger enthusiasts, trust me when I say the burgers here are the best around, even including the famous WM place that everyone talks about in Hackensack. Also, the special sauce here is also the best I've had. Already looking forward to my next visit. read more

This is the third time my husband and I have ordered from here. The first time the burgers were great, the second time they were so-so. This time it was horrible. At first I thought they forgot the burger and i got burnt cheddar on a bun with condiments. My husband then pointed out that was the burger patty. This food is not cheap, $28 and change for a burger, double burger with extra cheese and golden fries. We won't be ordering ftom them again. read more

Bun Buddies - Burnt burger with cheddar and condiments - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

First time yesterday at Bun Buddies and it was delicious....my wife and I really liked the Burgers and shoestring fries .. our 3 year old son especially loved the shoestring fries we will definitely be back Amazing read more

Very good smash burgers. The burgers were made fresh and full of flavor. It was nice to play street fighter and nba arcade while waiting for the food. Looking forward to going back! read more

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The owner is so kind and hospitable, and answered all the questions we had. The burger was absolutely delicious, perfectly seasoned and flavors are well balanced. The fries were well salted and the homemade coleslaw was delicious, though I think the black pepper was quite strong. However, the owner did say that was the concept he was going for to compliment the cheese in the burger. The goal was definitely achieved, in my opinion. Ambiance matched what the restaurant is, a casual burger joint. The arcade games gave me a retro vibe, I thought that was cute. Would definitely recommend this place!! I even wanted to take a burger back home. Thank you for the delicious food!! read more

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HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ANY BURGER AFICIONADO .... If you want a really juicy and yummy burger, look no further. This burger joint was delicious as I ordered the Double Special Burger, which were juicy AF! Also, the shoe string fries are even worth coming back for alone, NO CAP..... These burgers HIT THE SPOT. Everything was hot n' fresh! The service here is excellent and attentive. Can not ask for more. The interior decor gives you the old-school burger joint vibe but with a modern touch. 5 STARS, Say Less. read more

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Came back a few times over the last few months and really enjoyed my food. Burger was much better prepared in comparison to my first visit, everything held together nicely. I also have to say it's very, very clear the owner puts a lot of love and care into preparing the food because every single ingredient they use is very fresh. Will definitely be bringing my friends over here in the near future. read more

I recently moved to the area and have been looking for some good restaurants to check out, especially burger places. Many times restaurants will say a burger is a "smash burger" when really it's just a regular burger. Bun buddies delivers! The patties were so thin that they crisped up and you get a really nice crunch on some bites. I got the single special buddy and the shoestring fries. The special sauce was really tasty! Fries are a bit expensive but they give you enough to justify it, it feels like a whole large potato. My only complaint was that with the single, the lettuce and tomato kind of overpower the burger at times, and it started to fall apart near the end, so I'd definitely recommend getting the double. Because the patties are so thin, you don't have to worry about a double being too large. Also, the food comes out super fresh. It was so hot I had to wait a few minutes for it to cool down, which means that if you're delivering or picking up, it will probably still be great when you get home! The man who took my order (and who I assume from other reviews owns the place) always has such a warm smile on his face. You can really tell he enjoys it! Though my receipt had an order number on it, he didn't call it out and instead brought it straight to me. They've got some good seating and even a bar-like area where you can just watch them cook. A large party came in while I was eating and it was cool to watch them carry and flip 20 burgers at once! They've also got a few arcade machines if you need to keep a few kids entertained. read more

Bun Buddies - Special Buddy and Shoestring Buddy Fries - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

Cute shop that is very clean! The owner was working and he explained his burgers (three kinds) and he was very friendly and helped us order. I had a single and my partner had a double. The lemonade was yummy. Owner checked in a few times, super hospitable! Welcome to the neighborhood, delicious! read more

Bun Buddies - Classic Burger - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

Was away for the summer and when I got back I had to go to my favorite Smashburger spot bun Buddies. OMG I forgot what I missed . This place is still the greatest and Paul the owner is still a great gentleman and takes Pride in his product and doesn't take advantage of you with pricing like some of the other places do. Delicious tasty food perfectly prepared and great pricing. Thank you again Paul! read more

10 out of 10 burger amazing got the impossible didn't need to eat meat. I definitely recommend coming here wow. read more

Bun Buddies - This place is a 10 out of 10 garlic aïoli is amazing and the special sauce on the burger is so delicious Veggie Buddy - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

Finally, after their soft opening we had a chance to sit down and enjoy a bun buddy. Was greeted at the counter with a smile and an explanation of some of the things on the menu decided to go with the special buddy double of course with a side of fries. The burger was probably one of the best local burgers I have had in a long time. Just enough to fill you and the taste with the mix of onions and the rest of the toppings we're absolutely delicious. Yes, the burger was a little bit messy but that's expected. Make sure you use the half a piece of paper that it's wrapped in . Food came out fast even though the place was busy with people sitting and eating and enjoying and the to-go orders. Don't forget to try the retro video games definitely made me feel like a child again. Just looking at them. We were lucky enough to meet the owner. He took time out in between orders to explain his vision an inspiration to open this location. He's definitely a great individual with small town vibe and hopes he can radiate that throughout the community. If you live local or if you're coming from a distance, definitely give them a try. You won't be disappointed. They are closed on Sundays but everybody does need a day of rest. Can't wait for our next experience at bun buddies read more

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i ate half of the fries before i remembered to take a pic! i love shoe string fries and these had great flavor. i got the burger with grilled onions and it was good. the lettuce was soggy by the time i got home but that was the drives fault. the special sauce was different yet oddly familiar. def will have to return to dine in! read more

Bun Buddies - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

Friendly service and really good burgers freshly made and put together just for you. Can't wait to go back.

Fantastic little place. Stopped by whilst passing with my 5 year old son and we both had a great experience. Burgers were delicious and the service and atmosphere were spot on. read more

I finally made it in! I had the plain double burger and the golden buddy fries and let me tell you, the first bite had me hooked (hence the empty tray--I'll post a better picture next time!). They have plenty of condiments if you want to dress up your burger, but I kept mine plain and loved it that way. The whole place has this relaxed, artsy vibe--from the chairs to the walls and ceiling--it's like stepping into creativity itself. And the customer service? Absolutely amazing. You've got to experience it! read more

Bun Buddies - What's left of my meal: an empty tray, a few lonely fries, and a napkin that's seen better days on a colorful table. - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

Wow, wow, wow! Can you imagine finding a burger joint right here in New Jersey that surpasses the quality of In-N-Out?! Our family stumbled upon Bun Buddies completely by accident and are so glad we did! We could tell right away from its simple, no-frills menu that the food was going to be a hit and we did not leave disappointed! Each smash burger is handcrafted with the freshest, locally-sourced ingredients (Their patties are never frozen!) and packed with delicious flavor. The ambience of the place is cool and eclectic and my husband noted that it gives of "Cali vibes." Owner and chef Paul Rhee is a highly trained executive chef who has an amazing story, evidenced by his kindness and humility. 10/10-- We can't wait to visit again soon! read more

Dori nice interior queen very helpful staff limited selection.. But it's about burgers. That being said charging $2 more for lettuce/ tomato and a little of their "special" sauce is ridiculous. The basic one you get mustard and ketchup.. Versus a dollup of their special sauce. And if your burger is that good Start out with a naked burger and let people upgrade if they want.. Vs. no deduct if you don't want cheese or onions.. read more

Craving a burger but want to skip meat this week? Try their veggie burger! I cannot tell you how fantastic this is. You can't even tell that it's not meat! And oh...order their coleslaw people! So nice to just sit back, relax and eat good food. Thanks, Bun Buddies! read more

Bun Buddies - Veggie Burger, Golden Fries, and Coleslaw - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

Passed by one day and was craving a burger. Stopped here Ruth my boyfriend, and it was a really good burger. Definitely recommend to go.

Bun Buddies had some of the best smashed burgers that I've had in a long time. The homemade relish was delicious and a perfect compliment to the burger. The true surprise was the Veggie Buddy burger. This was the first time I've ever had a smashed veggie burger and this won't be the last time. Next time I might even order the veggie burger over the regular one. We also ordered the special of the week chicken sandwich and it was the juiciest chicken sandwich I've ever had. Top notch garlic mayo. The staff was so friendly and helpful. This is a must try restaurant in the area and is the perfect place to grab a meal and catch up with some friends! read more

Bun Buddies - Double special burger Cole slaw Fries - Burgers Near Me - Wood-Ridge, New Jersey

Excellent burgers. Loved the shoestring fries. Great value Got a few games of Street Fighter in too read more

Ate at Bun Buddies for the first time and it exceeded my expectations. The gentleman behind the counter went through our options and it was greatly appreciated and exceptional service. The burger itself was cheesy and I really enjoyed the special sauce as it tied everything together. We also had our four year old daughter with us and they made sure she had everything she needed. She had a hamburger and apple juice. She somehow devoured my shoestring fries, which by the way were the best I've had in years! The inside of the restaurant gave the place just the vibe it needed. Lots of seating options, very clean, and all the condiments needed on each table. Will definitely be going back, especially since I felt so welcome! read more

Very good food, our nephew got the chicken and the rest of us got the burgers! Would totally recommend. The service was excellent and the people working there were very nice. We did pick-up and our food was ready when we got there, didn't have to wait and was very hot when we got home. read more

Best burgers we had in NJ. Our family really enjoyed the burgers- fries are perfect too.

Food is great service is great perfect burger place it's so nice and great in there there fries are great