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    Buddy's BBQ

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    BBQ Nachos 1/2 & 1/2 YUMMMMM

    Wowwwww the flavor the smell the friendly service!! This is great BBQ for the mountain. What a treat of small business bringing BIG TASTE!!!

    Meldies H.

    This is the Best BBQ place to come to when in lake arrowhead Foreals we had the 12 hour tri-tip sandwich with coleslaw the Best!! Staff are so friendly and helpful. Pet friendly and kids allowed even if it's In a Brewery

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    All I have to say is whoa. Got the pulled pork nachos and I almost cried... granted this is two weeks post cleanse. But still so good. We went back for more but unfortunately the pastrami left us wanting something more... juicy. It was uncut, just two small sheets of meat that was a little too dry. They were out of slaw and a few other things so that was the next best option. I'd probably hold out for the brisket on the next trip and skip the pastrami.

    Brisket, ribs, jalapeño nachos. FIRE
    Elizabeth O.

    The food is also great service. Guys were happy to be behind the grill in a snowy February Sunday in Lake Arrowhead. Happy people make happy food and then makes me happy when it goes in my Stomach. Forgot to take pic before we annihilated it

    a sandwich and a beer
    Seline K.

    Delicious BBQ! We discovered Buddy's at Lake Arrowhead Brewing and cannot wait for more. The pulled pork and overnight brisket are both amazing! Top that on nachos or a grilled cheese O M G delicious! And the team is super nice too.

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    Jose R.

    Wife came across this place on social media.. we love bbq and made the trip to lake arrowhead brewery ware they are set up. Ordered the ultimate loaded nachos with pull pork. Omg people... delicious. You have to try this place

    Buddy's delicious Brisket Nachos, tender, perfectly smoked brisket, cheese sauce, jalapeños & special BBQ sauce!

    Fabulous BBQ Brisket Nachos, Mac Daddy Mac n cheese and pulled pork! Delicious, perfectly smoked and TENDER, big portions and great guys preparing and serving it up! We enjoyed BUDDYS BBQ at Lake Arrowhead Brewing with awesome Craft beers! A delightful experience all around! It was a brisk out, fall coats and hats and a great time was had by all! Check it out!

    Stephanie B.

    Buddy's BBQ is Matthew Kritz's ode to BBQ in Crestline, California. If you are lucky enough to come to Corks N Hops, be sure to find him in front of Ace Hardware. If you don't happen to go to Corks N Hops, then I would consider contacting Matthew (kritzmatthew@yahoo.com) for an event. I met Matthew at Corks N Hops, and his barbecue is great. His pulled pork and coleslaw are classics - both solid choices. But, it is the brisket (get the thick and fatty slices) and the beans that are the stuff of dreams. The smokey and moist meat stands up to Texas cue. The beans are sweet and smokey - good receipe that is well prepared. The servings are generous and are great for sharing. I highly recommend this little pop-up caterer that could.

    Wendy K.

    Our second visit to Buddys BBQ (10/25/20) in Lake Arrowhead. Another scrumptious meal served. Despite the cold and heavy fog we made the well worth trip for tummy happiness. We ordered two hearty sandwiches, 1 brisket cheese grill and the other was pulled pork & cheese. Besides my lactose intolerance I braved my sandwich just to flavor and devour a delicious hot bbq sandwich. In addition to our meals I had macaroni salad and my husband had mac & cheese. Already we look forward to our next visit. Thanks Buddy's BBQ! See you soon!!

    Beyond delicious 12hr smoked brisket! The ribs fall right off the bone! Both were some of the best I've ever had.

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    Best BarBQue EVER!! It will spoil you for any other and you will have to travel to Texas or Louisiana to find food as delicious.

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    Thank you for your feed back and support I’m glad you enjoyed it!!!

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    Seriously good BBQ! I have really high expectations for brisket and Buddy's delivered!! Cannot say enough good things about their BBQ!

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    Food was delicious. The place is so cute to hang around. The beer was amazing. This place is nothing but good vibes

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