A little challenging to find but when we did, it was cute. The staff was nice, albeit talkative, but the food was a complete disappointment. It was pricey too. We won't return. read more

Been hearing about this place for a while so decided to check it out! Located amongst other restaurants in a rugged parking lot! Buddy is dawned with yellow blue decor with lots of options to sit inside or outside! Service was good and fast. Burgers come out on decent time from placing order . I ordered the buddy burger instead of the little buddy for more meat! It was really good! Juicy and flavorful. Will definitely return! read more

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We had the Buddy burger, chicken fingers, grilled cheese and fries. Everything was very good and cooked to order. I was under impressed with the fries but I'd absolutely come back. read more

Best smash burger ever! This place is incredible. Stopped by for lunch on the drive home from SC and had the lil buddy and fries, and both were excellent. Great service too. You order at the counter and someone brings out your food. They came outside a few times checking on the tables to see they needed anything. read more

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The second I walked in the service girl (named Maddy; who was supper kind, super nice, and extremely memorable) actually remembered my name from months before when I had visited with my mother. This was such a nice, kind, and thoughtful gesture that I will forever remember the restaurants continued dedication to the perfection of their product and to the staffs' continuously energetic remembrance to their former clients' names and orders. I HIGHLY recommend this delicious restaurant to anyone who loves food from a hamburger to a fried fish sandwich. Always a and I will return many many times in future! read more

What a great little find! We initially stopped in for the brewery next door but their food menu was limited. Worked out though, the burgers and fries were phenomenal! read more

One of the best burgers I've had. They're smash burgers and very well cooked with great sauce. Fresh buns are also great. It's a small place and made to order. I always stop here when driving through. read more

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We quite literally ran through town and found this place from the road. We were able to order online, walk in and find the food ready to go, and enjoyed it while continuing our journey south. We got a salad with a black bean patty, the steak fries with cheese sauce (not recommended for on the road), and two burgers. The food was great though the gluten free bread for my burger fell apart the second after I picked it up. The location is right next to a coffee shop and a park. I wish we could've stayed to enjoy those but we had somewhere to be. Overall, highly recommend! read more

this place is amazing. the best burger spot in florence period. from the staff to the food everything is high quality. i am yelling because i love this place so much and i have only been once. 10/10 i will be back we are now buddys for life! read more

We stopped by here on our route to Myrtle Beach and definitely want to come back! What a gem!! Hot dog was delicious and so filling!! My husband got a burger and said it was so good! We got the chips for our kids and they enjoyed them. Location is fantastic and offers great outdoor seating to let the kids wiggle while parents actually eat and speak to each other! Can't beat that! read more

Food and fries where amazing. Highly recommend the buddy burger. This is a self service restaurant.

Food was delicious! The steak chips were perfect and the coleslaw is nothing like I've ever had. Big recommend!

Buddy's Burgers is a hidden gem in the Florence food scene. Their smash burgers are phenomenal. Steak chips are unique and not something that is duplicated from other restaurants. The boozy shakes are a must. The service team does a great job with order accuracy and timeliness. The new chicken fingers are very large. Their cole slaw is unique but has a great flavor. This is a frequent stop for us because my wife is vegetarian. The black bean burger is a favorite of hers. The atmosphere is extremely casual and kid friendly. read more

My husband and I had dropped our car off for service and thanks to YELP we found this gem tucked in off of Palmetto street. We were very pleased with the food and service! We had the Buddy burger and a side of steak chips. The burger was fabulous, the steak fries were outstanding. My husband judges eateries by the burger, I am the fry bitch. Buddy's met the challenge for both! I would show you a picture, but we ate it all before the thought read more

This was our first time at Buddy's and the cashier was wonderful and explained everything to me. Service was quick and the food was delicious. We had burgers and steak fries and plus strawberry milkshakes. Our dog loved it and was going crazy for more! read more

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Wow wow wee wa! So many things I wanted to try on the menu but since it was my first time here on a trip north I went with the standard Buddy burger and steak chips. Best smash burger ever. Location is great too bc there is a brewery on one side of it and a coffee house on the other side, as well as a nice adjacent park to stretch your legs. Staff was awesome. Service was quick. Can't say enough good things. read more

Really liked this casual restaurant, ate outside at a picnic table (covered roof) and loved the meal!! We had Smashburgers, delicious fries, homemade coleslaw & lemonade. Staff are friendly, courteous, drink refills upon request - & next door, there's an ice cream parlor. Just go & enjoy, it's excellent comfort food in a pretty setting! (Hard to find - it's back off the road under a giant billboard.) read more

If you enjoy a delicious smash burger, this is the place for you! The burger was cooked perfectly and their Buddy sauce was fantastic. They have steak chips which is like a steak fry and a potato chip had a baby. So much yum! The service was also top notch. Highly recommend! We will be back even though we live an hour and a half away! read more

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First time here, great burger and steak fries! Really like the atmosphere and outside. The employees are nice and friendly. Also a small park/eating/picnic area too! read more

Buddy's - Food - Burgers Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

A gem on a road trip. Craving a smash burger? This place does them right! Perfectly thin with lacy edges!! So good!!! Totally worth finding or creating a road trip around!!! read more

Stopped to take a quick hike on my way to Florida from nj. Stumble upon Buddy's at end of trail. Super cute place and decide to check it out. Thrilled to see cashier wearing Eagles gear and had a wonderful convo with her and other staff. Saw perogies available to go frozen which they arranged for me with ice to go. Cooked them up at home and they were amazing!! As good as my grandmother used to make. Will be stopping by again when I head back to Jersey!! read more

I ordered two hotdog. The chili was delicious. The hotdog was cooked very well. The onions were delicious. They were perfectly sautéed. It was the hotdog were excellent in the the cut ships were perfect too. I really enjoyed what I ordered. The guys seem like they're really working hard in the kitchen to make things great and I noticed that when I came in.. I didn't like the cashier though. I thought she was very insolent. The reason I didn't give it five stars because of her.. I think management should consider replacing that cashier with someone who's actually more friendlier. It will be an asset to buddies for sure it would be a good move. read more

Can't go wrong with Buddy's! Second time & it was so delicious! The spicy fish sandwich on a gluten-free bun is still my absolute favorite sandwich! The fish is ridiculously meaty! read more

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Overpriced food that wasn't that good. Burger was over cooked and we won't be going back

I happened to come across a Yelp review of this establishment and wondered where it was, turns out it is in Florence. At time of this review we have lived in city for a year and never heard or seen the restaurant. It is beside the Bean Bar coffee shop, there is a tiny, circle, yellow sign that says Buddy's. Needless to say they to improve their visibility marketing because I doubt half the city even know they exist. It is a small eatery w minimal seating, the menu is posted on wall. I purchased Lil Buddy & side order of black bean patti. The burger was a thinner beef patti, buddy sauce, sautéed onions and brioche bun, tasty. Bean patti was equally as satisfying; pricing is reasonable. Perhaps think of installing signage visible from W Palmetto St that introduce public to Buddy's, good burger. read more

My 1st time trying this place! The staff is very friendly. The burger was delicious, even though I had the share when I got home. The fries were crispy and delicious as well. I will be going back! read more

Buddy's - The Lil buddy burger and fries - Burgers Near Me - Florence, South Carolina

Just left Buddy's and it was nothing less than a five star experience, especially the service, which was friendly, quick and top of the line. I ordered the double and added a patty, because I believe too much is never enough. Very fresh, great presentation and tasty. Nothing cheap or second class here - just a quality smash burger. Also, music was on, but not crazy loud, and I thought the place looked really chill and clean. The fries/chips were good and I give kudos for the effort, but I'm a purist and love a good stack of steaming shoestrings. Didn't take a notch off of my review, however. Finally, while grabbing a refill, I was thanked for coming in. Isn't it crazy how one single sentence can make you feel good about giving your money to a quality establishment? read more

Recently the foods been kinda off fries were soggy and the tenders were not on par from what they were

Although extremely busy they were on the ball , great service with a smile and amazing burgers Definitely a stop to be made and we'll worth the wait read more

I love their smash burgers. Not many Smash burgers, I think compare to my own. These are pretty good. I love the fries. I do ask for them to be crispy. If not, they are not as good. They could do better on the sauce, but it is pretty good. It is the best smash burger in Florence that I have had. I wish they offered a chicken sandwich all the time. It's only because my wife doesn't eat red meat. I know it is a burger place, but oddly they feature a fish sandwich and not a chicken sandwich. The fish sandwich does look amazing. read more

Pretty interior and a nice view/location. Staff is friendly and organized. Prices are very reasonable and there are zero complaints when it comes to flavor. I will certainly return. Note- coleslaw, salad, black bean patty and steak chips are all vegan. read more

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great smashed burgers, sliced potatoes ( Fries) hotdogs are good too, great customer service

Amazing food with perfect sauce. They are amazing employees and they all have excellent manners. Amazing atmosphere with nice outside areas and a nice restaurant inside(I would bring a sweater if you plan on sitting in there) read more

The atmosphere is okay, not my style but others might enjoy it. The meal was decent; I ordered a burger and felt satisfied. The staff is friendly, but they forgot that I requested my beverage without ice. However, the ice was still refreshing. Appreciate the pleasant experience! read more

Honestly the burgers are great. However their steak fries suck. Just offer normal fries. No need the try and reinvent the wheel with French fries. read more

Always have a great smash type burger. Indoor and outdoor seating available. We have been several times since moving back to Florence. read more

Absolutely Delicious! You cannot go wrong. The burgers are huge and packed with the flavor. The fish was fried perfectly and don't get me started on the fries. The service was great and once the construction is done I'm sure the outside patio area is gonna be the place to sit. Highly recommended. read more

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Loved the Buddy Burger and fries. I'm a French Fry snob. These were great, but you will need to grab a couple of salt packets.

10/10 would recommend. Burgers and milkshakes brought me and the boys to the yard. Dine-in or take out. One of the other customers reminded me of myself which validated my decision to eat here. Buddy burger read more

Incredible burgers, and a great fried Mahi sandwich. The burgers are smashed thin and crispy. The fries are great too. Staff was very nice.