Tried Buddy's for lunch before the Tennessee Wesleyan lacrosse game today…read more Buddy's has a drive through and a dining room. You order at the counter and wait for it at the counter. We were asking the staff some questions about the food and the local area, but they didn't have much to say to us. We got the brisket dinner with slaw and green beans (comes with hushpuppies as well) and 16 hot BBQ wings. The brisket is sliced (sandwich style). The green beans were quite tasty. Slaw was okay. Didn't try the hushpuppies. The wings were good. Not bad. I would come back to try something else.

We always go to Buddy's for good local BBQ in Athens, TN. Their serving sizes are nice and you can…read moreget a small or large pulled pork sandwich. I love their half smoked chicken. We have really enjoyed the sides as well. My mom (age 94) gets so excited to see her dinner come through the door. Lemon pie is our favorite dessert. And the staff/family is kind and friendly. They go the extra mile for their customers.

I was told not to come back. I didn't holler…read more I didn't raise my voice. I was just upset. I removed the tip from my to go order and was told not to come back. I knew it was going to be busy because it was Valentine's Day. So I called at 330 and ordered a pick up for 530. I get there at 525 and was told it would be done in 5 minutes. I live 5 minutes from the restaurant so I understand 5 minutes. Someone else comes in after me for a 530 pick up. Ok, well I ask again if mine is ready. Nope we had a lot of orders come in it will be done soon. So I stand to the side and wait, and wait. After 15 minutes I see 2 boxes sitting in the window and ask, are those mine. No, those aren't yours. So I ask, can I have my money back? Nope they are boxing it up now. One person said we just had someone pass away. I am sorry to hear that and I knew it was going to be busy that's why I called at 330 to order it. And I wait and watch one of the girls, literally take the 2 boxes I asked were mine, put them in a bag with 2 more boxes, turn around and hand them to me. As I was heading to the door one of the girls from behind the counter said, dont come back. Ok, I won't. I used to love coming here, but service has dropped off. From being on hold to place an order so long that I was still on hold when I walked into the restaurant and ordered in the store to what happened today. When I got home I took the prime rib out of the box and it felt cool to the touch. Like I said I live 5 minutes from the restaurant and the temp of the meat was 86 degrees. That was not something that just got boxed up. Don't worry about me gracing your business any longer if this is your treatment of customers.

Went after a sports game. They were getting ready to close. Service was quick and super nice. The…read moreonion rings were crunchy, but the onion wasn't super flavorful. The mozzarella sticks cheese pull was epic and they tasted really good! The prime rib sandwich was delicious! I don't do spicy and I got really scared with the first bite because my lip went numb with some spice, but I must have just hit a pocket because the rest of the sandwich was all flavor. The green beans were amazing, they are cooked in meat stock and the flavor is wonderful! And our daughter really enjoyed the pulled pork sandwich and the fries were hot and crispy with perfect seasoning. Definitely worth the visit!

We were a big group and went ahead and did a reservation…read more Ordering was easy with plenty of menus to go around. I ordered a build your own piggy with pulled pork on a baked potato. It was great.

We've been to Bradley's BBQ around 8-10 times now, and unfortunately this has been a consistent…read moreproblem, not a one-off experience. On every occasion, all our food has come to the table COLD. While the staff is eager to remake it once we say something, the issue is never fixed on the front end which leads to a lot of wasted food..which is frustrating and completely avoidable. We keep coming back hoping it's finally been addressed, and it never has. The overall experience feels extremely low-effort. Food is served on paper & with plastic, which immediately cheapens the visit. Much of the food comes out looking unappetizing, as if it's been slopped onto the plate, and at times it even looks microwaved rather than freshly prepared--especially disappointing for a BBQ restaurant. The food being delivered by a robot is also completely out of place and honestly awkward. It doesn't fit the restaurant at all and draws uncomfortable attention when it comes to the table rather than enhancing the experience. The bathrooms are another issue. They've been dirty on multiple visits, and there are no paper towels at all--only one of those hand blow-dryers. That might work in an airport, but it's incredibly impractical in a restaurant, especially when you're trying to clean kids' hands or faces after messy BBQ. The only reason we've continued to give this place chances is the friendly staff, and the hope that maybe the next visit would finally be better. The ice cream shop next door is honestly one of the biggest reasons we stop at all. Overall, the experience feels bare minimum. I'd rather run through a drive thru chain. It's unfortunate because this place has potential..but it's hard to recommend unless real changes are made. For now this was our last visit.

Navarro's is a real treat! It's hard to choose my favorite meat, it's between the pulled pork,…read morebrisket, and ribs. We plan bbq anytime we have get togethers or visitors from out of town.

I was in the up in the area bring some errands. I was craving some barbecue so I hit up yelp. I…read morefound this place basically in the middle of nowhere, which, of course made it amazing! You could tell this is a place at the local school and for good reason. Everyone there was super nice and the food was amazing. I got some ribs, sausage, and bologna. Everything was really good. The stranger say, but the smoke bologna really hit the spot. A great barbecue place in Tennessee definitely hit it up if you're in the area .

I had the Peachy Peach which was fantastic and my wife had the chocolate peanut butter, which she…read moreloved! It was a great ending to our meal next door.

They were the sweetest employees. It was our first time and they young lady helped us navigate the…read moremenu. We are from out of state and stumbled Upon it. 10/10 we will be stopping again on the way home !!!!

The food is savory, prepared fresh and hot off the grill. Occasionally they are out of staple…read moreitems like NewYork Strip, steaks but they do have a wide variety to usually choose from. The service is always prompt, courteous, and helpful, just what you want in a busy local restaurant. Finally, the ambiance is just right. Not too dark to see, nor so bright that one needs shades to comfortably dine. Never too noisy, just the hum of a great, persistent business hard at work serving satisfied patrons.

Ordered over the phone and when I arrived to pay . After waiting for another customer to pay was…read moreignored by the cashier as she moved on to the line that formed. The GM was there and did nothing but tell me I have to go to the back of the line after waiting . Not only that but as I was waiting one of the people who served deserve was touch it with bare hands. Awful customer service. That's from someone who works in customer service.

Good simple barbecue and drinks (beers) right on Main Street. Simple and good! Great care taken by…read morestaff.

I wish I had thought to take a picture to post. Disappointing is an understatement. Pulled pork…read moredidn't taste smoked at all. It might have been from a crockpot. We asked for lean brisket and got maybe 10% meat and the rest fat. Beans and coleslaw were good. It appears there is only one type of bbq sauce and it's just okay. My daughter got Mac and cheese and took one bite and couldn't finish bc she said it was too gross. I really expected it to be good for what it cost.

When we saw the daily menu offering Chicken Livers, as well as Chili w/Grilled Cheese…read moreSandwich...BACK TO THE SUGAR SHACK we went‼ Again, great food served up Hot & Ready. No joke, we were both eating within 4 minutes of walking in the door. Hearty-sized servings, that are Oh So Tasty. Highly Recommended.

Absolutely Fabulous Diner. The Waitresses Are Beautiful and Always Happy. The Food Is Very Good and…read morePlenty of It. I Usually Go For Breakfast But Need To Try Lunch. The Lunch Display Looks Incredible. See You Soon . Marilyn in Athens, Tn.

BJ's burgers, tots, and hamburger steaks w/ peppers and onions are great. Fresh pattied meat with…read morea great flavor.

They are like Family there They take time to help you out…read more A Clean environment They are kind to everyone