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    Bud's Buffet

    4.3 (357 reviews)
    InexpensiveHalal, Mexican, Burgers
    Closed • Closed
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Burrito Bowl

    Super good food and serving sizes and the prices are cheap for nowadays. The workers are really nice too and didn't skimp out on the meat.

    Aneesa K.

    Buds Buffet is one of my favorite places for delicious Mexican food! The steak burrito was incredible--perfectly seasoned, tender, and packed with flavor. The taco plate was just as tasty, with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors in every bite. The portions are generous, the restaurant is clean, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend Buds Buffet if you're craving great Mexican food. I'll definitely be back!

    Pastrami sandwich with provolone cheese on French roll :)
    Lillian W.

    Don't let the name of this place fool you. Bud's is a sandwich shop that serves up daily fresh roasted meats that are outrageously delicious. Classic. I'm an aging carnivore with a huge appetite for meat. This proudly exclaimed divey sando shop has been satisfying my lunchtime cravings for deli roasted meats for a long time. They are family owned and operated since 1988. They are open Monday - Friday 10:30 am - 2:30 pm. They are located in the heart of downtown on 10th street between J and K streets. The interior is no frills... divey but not dirty. It's been the same basically since they opened. Hey if it ain't broke. The menu is easy to read and understand. Get in line, it's cafeteria style ordering. Grab a tray, tell the staff behind the counter what you want, and move along. The staff are so efficient, they churn out orders effortlessly. They answer the same ole questions like it's the first time. No attitudes or put downs; you might get snark from your fellow diners though. Drinks choices are fountain and bottled non alcoholic stuff. They take cash and card. Onto the food. The meats are roasted daily. So darn good. Seasoned well. Tender. Juicy. Quality stuff. It's thin shaved. Piled perfectly on sandwiches or for the hot plated lunches. The au jus is darn tasty. My faves are the roast beef and pastrami which I prefer to get for the hot lunch vs sandwich. The mashed potatoes, that are a hot lunch side, is addicting. No lumpy bumpy potatoes. Yum! I've also enjoyed the roasted corned beef, meat loaf plate, and spaghetti n meatballs. Roasted fresh meats and good ole tasty American basic comfort food made from scratch. Ya! #budsbuffetsacramento #budssandwichesdowntownsacramento

    Beef sliced to order right in front of the customers
    Pamela F.

    Bud's is classic. Want a good deli sandwich without the pretension of some of downtown Sacramento's other delis? Bud's is for you! I had a craving for a good, no frills French dip sandwich. Just some meat and horseradish on a roll with some dipping sauce. Bud's came through with a super solid offering. Delicious, thinly sliced beef - sliced to order right in front of the customers and laid on a soft French roll. Mustard, mayo? Tomatoes, lettuce, onions? Cheese? Nope, just lots of uncreamed horseradish, just the way I like it. With some tasty sauce that was thicker than au jus and slightly thinner than gravy. And two killer pickle spears on the side. Thank you very delicious! The staff was friendly, helpful and efficient. I give four stars only because of their use of styrofoam and plastic. We need to get over our dependence on this cheap and very environmentally unfriendly packaging. Charge customers an extra buck and buy compostable carry-out packaging options, please!

    Susanna P.

    I came here during lunch with my coworker (12pm), there was definitely a line and the tables were for sure filled. But luckily the line went fast and so did the people eating so I was able to find a seat. The roast beef sandwich here is delicious! I was only able to eat half of one because they're pretty big and packed with meat. The dipping sauce that came with it was AMAZING! Packed with flavor but to be honest though, I didn't really need the sauce for the sandwich. I also tried the mash potatoes and gravy and the potatoe salad. The mash potatoes were okay (3/5), seemed like instant potatoes with home made gravy and the potatoe salad was decent as well (3/5) it was pretty garlicky. My review mainly goes out to the roast beef sandwich! I'll def be back for more.

    Hai L.

    Sandwich shop that features a wide variety of hot and cold sandwiches located in the heart of downtown Sacramento. They are family owned and have been in operation for several decades. Very friendly staff but the food was "OK". I tried their Bud's Ruben and Bud's diablo sandwich. Everything was really dry and lacked flavor. Needed a whole load of condiments to spread over the sandwiches to give them a nice, mild taste. My favorite item was probably the macaroni salad.

    Roast beef dip
    Alex L.

    Bud's Buffet gets rave reviews because it's exactly what you'd expect and hope for - a greasy spoon hole-in-the-wall that serves dirty-good sandwiches piled with fresh sliced meat. It seems to be the restaurant of choice for people who eat alone at lunch and veteran government workers. Let's continue painting this picture. An old-school Pepsi menu board with push in letters. A smattering of mostly middle-aged men contently devouring massive sandwiches. A buffet line that consists of 3-4 different kinds of meat in steamer buckets that they repeatedly pull out in order to machine slice. Comfort food sides like pasta salad and mashed potatoes. It all clicks when you sit down and eat something like my roast beef sandwich with au jus dipping sauce. More than anything, Bud's is a refreshing throwback in an area with a lot of big overpriced, arena crowd competition. It's a safe haven for the casual diner on a budget. It is sort of comical that they are advertising they now have salads. As if that's what's pulling people in the door here...

    Mixed grill special, comes with side (macaroni salad in my case) and soda.
    Jeff M.

    What else is there to say about Bud's that hasn't already been said? It's been around as long as I can remember and has not changed since 1998 when I added it to my regular lunch rotation. My problem is I've changed, and my doctor would get mad at me if I was there every week. I've had almost everything on the menu, save for the cold sandwiches. Quite frankly, if you're there for a cold sandwich, something is wrong with you. My favorite is the pastrami with everything, dipped, add provolone. I typically can't finish the whole thing, and while the half sandwich is an option, I go for the full because it's great as leftovers. Add in a side like mashed potatoes and gravy to ensure a food coma. Do not be discouraged by a long line! The guys have the assembly line process down. Just figure out what you want beforehand so you don't hold everyone else up.

    Roast beef sandwich with provolone cheese
    Garrett F.

    My dad highly recommended that I try Bud's. Food: I ordered the roast beef sandwich and added provolone cheese. They slice the meat right in front of you, which is cool because there aren't too many places that will do that. The meat is what makes this sandwich amazing because it is extremely juicy and tasty! The juice from the meat tends to soak into the bread and makes it a little soggy, but the sandwich is still great. If you're not hungry enough to eat a whole sandwich, you may order a half one for a cheaper price. Side Notes Ambiance: The restaurant is set up similar to Subway or Togo's. The restaurant is only open during the work week for lunch, so the place will be packed with mostly those who work downtown. Service: The service is really quick, and I really appreciate that they slice the meat in front of you. Per my dad, there are usually long lines during lunch time. Conclusion: This place offers some of the best sliced meat! I would recommend this place for anyone looking for a good sandwich!

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    Food is delicious, and customer service is even better. Already hit up Bud's a few times since it's opened. My kids even love it!

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    Ask the Community - Bud's Buffet

    Is this place an all you can eat buffet? if so , what is the price

    No, not even a buffet. Mediocre Halal texmex. Food is just served for a buffet line

    Did they open today?

    Yes, today is the last day. They'll be open until sold out! Limited menu, no pastrami!

    Do they make a thanksgiving sandwich?

    No. We will be closed Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd. Thanks for asking and have a happy Thanksgiving

    I want to see the menu?

    http://www.menupix.com/menudirectory/menu.php?id=5569337

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    First time trying this place during my lunch break, and we were pleasantly surprised! Such a cute…read morelocal, family-run restaurant. We ordered the BBQ pompano fish and an extra lentil soup for two people. The portions were huge and everything was so good! We especially loved the complimentary bread and mixed appetizer that came with the meal. The baba ganoush was definitely my favorite--so flavorful! The restaurant itself was clean, spacious, and comfortable, and the staff were really friendly and welcoming. We left completely stuffed and already talking about what we want to try next time. Definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu! A great little local find.

    Summer Nights is a great Mediterranean eatery. It is nicely located in Sacramento. Parking is easy…read more It is very clean and homey. It is not too large and you will be well taken care of. I have never seen it crowded, but I bet it can get crowded on the weekends. I don't know if they take reservation, so call them. We went during midweek and had no wait at all. The service is friendly and nice. They will take very good care of you. We love all their food. Some of our favorites are the juicy beef or lamb kabob. All of their soups are great. We really like the lentil soup. Their salads are great and there is something there for everyone. vegans will also love this place. Their mains are just the best. You will love it. You will feel at home here. Have fun.

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    4.2(160 reviews)
    3.5 mi•Natomas
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    Place is fresh and clean. When I mean clean I mean it's spotless! You could eat off the floor if…read moreyou needed to because you can't waste their food!! It is so damn good!! Plenty of free chips and unlimited dips. Hot sauces, salsa are all different flavors and hit the taste buds hard!! Everyone was checking on us every few mins! Felt like we were eating in their home. So loving. Food here always been top notch. We ordered many times (via DoorDash) but sitting there and eating the food was a different vibe. Ordered a few different tacos, tostada and super nachos (with chicken). Their meat was seasoned to perfection. Actual flavors and not just salt. A bit pricey for each taco but the portion of taco is huge and honestly two did the job for me. Give it a try

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    Taqueria La Perla Tapatia

    4.6(657 reviews)
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    Family-owned & operated
    Speaks Spanish

    Already 5 stars just based on the salsa bar- by far the most expansive and impressive array of…read moresalsas and mixed pickled veggies I've seen offered, all complementary! I had 3 street tacos, and I'd recommend the lengua and the shrimp. The lengua was succulent and plentiful. The shrimp had great flavor and some yummy char. Overall, I'll definitely be back to get Mexican food and use the amazing salsa bar!

    Wow, the asada tacos were my favorite, but the shrimp and chicken tacos were also delicious. I came…read moreon Taco Tuesday, so the tacos were a little cheaper, making them an even better value. Each taco had a generous amount of meat, was well-prepared, and tasted fresh. The real game changer, though, was adding the jalapeño cream sauce along with a few salsas from the salsa bar which took the tacos to another level. If I could, I'd give this place 6 stars just for that! Also, I'd recommend the cucumber lime agua fresca drink. It tasted refreshing and the perfect amount of each flavor. Their menu has a great variety of options, and I noticed several people ordering the dinner plates, which looked absolutely massive. I also saw them bring out a sizzling hot skillet that I could hear from a few tables down. You definitely get your money's worth here. The service was friendly, welcoming, and incredibly fast. The restaurant was clean and well-maintained, and the salsa bar was fresh, organized, and full of appetizing choices. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

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    Bud's Buffet - halal - Updated October 2026

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