Very pricey but generally good food and excellent service. I had the beef medallions which unfortunately were ruined by a sweet marinade. Couldn't even taste the beef. When I order beef, I want to taste beef. My wife had the seafood pasta combination and said it was very good. Our two guests thought their meals were good too. Unfortunately to us, just not worth the price. read more

Friends and I went to Bud's for Restaurant Week. The food was really good. I had the shrimp and steak medallions with the house salad. It came with a side of veggies and red potatoes or rice. Forgot to take a picture of my dinner plate! The restaurant wasn't super busy when we arrived around 4pm, but was full by the time we left. There's a bar inside and happy hour on weekdays, bar area only. Service was a bit slow, but I'm not sure if that's because our waitress was trying to give us space or not rush us (lol). Bud's always has yummy specials and the foods never let me down. There tends to be an older crowd at the restaurant depending on the day/time. read more

Bud's Seafood Grille - Dinner salad - Seafood Near Me - Stockton, California

Amazing service, quiet seating in the outside covered area which was very comfortable temperature wise. Our server was spot on. We have been here several times before however I was worried that it being Easter we would have to wait. Nope! No wait at all. The inside of the restaurant was bustling and very noisy so we picked outside. We ordered off their brunch menu and it was delicious. See pics. I almost ate my shrimp cocktail before a picture but hey I was hungry! We ordered a sourdough French toast and egg Benedict. Clean plates.!! read more

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Bud's Seafood Grill is the only place in town where I can get a Crab Sandwich. It is amazing and their fries are the best!!! Friendly staff and nice ambiance. Love this place! read more

I had the buds beef and prawns and my girlfriend had the Panko crusted halibut. Both were absolutely delicious. The berry cobbler shared for dessert with ice cream and whip whipped cream was to die for. The service is always excellent and the ambience is perfect. Wonderful place to eat! read more

We went there tonight for a special occasion, our anniversary. We've eaten at Bud's in the past and were always satisfied. I am not sure if the stars weren't lined up or what but this time it was clearly underwhelming. First, the waitress (I believe Jamie) was in a real hurry, Without anything close to a warm greeting she seemed to be set on getting us in and out. She didn't say the specials but we had read them on the board at the entrance so my wife knew she wanted the panko crusted halibut. However, I was not completely ready but she asked if we were ready like I needed to speed up my decision. We then agreed we were ready and I ordered grilled Mahi Mahi. The waitress asked if I wanted red potatoes, rice or french fries however, I didn't catch that she said red potatoes at first (she was really talking fast, again seeming to be in a big hurry. So I asked to clarify "did you say baked potato?" and she was obviously annoyed that I asked and she bluntly replied that she said "red potatoes" This was clearly a misunderstanding on my part but there wasn't a reason to be rude. When the order came my wife's halibut was good and she liked that it was a big portion so she could take some home for later. My Mahi Mahi was very thin (which is not a problem) however, it had been left way too long on the grill and was overcooked. I picked at it for a while and ate the veggies while I waited for her to come by. And I waited. I was done with the veggies when she breezed by and made eye contact with my wife and asked in passing "all is good here?" then she was gone. I decided to cut my losses and get a box to go. We paid cash so to not have to wait for a long time to have her return again. Very disappointing, especially since it was a very special occasion. This was a big letdown from our previous experiences where we had more experienced, more attentive wait staff who seemed to like their job and appreciate their clients. Next time, if there is a next time I will ask to be seated in a section with an experienced and friendly waitress. See photo of my Mahi Mahi below read more

Bud's Seafood Grille - Grilled way to dry - Seafood Near Me - Stockton, California

Bud's in Stockton has become a family go to. Their food is always good and the service is always excellent. We went for Father's Day most recently. I ordered the shrimp and crab omelette and the blackberry cobbler. Both were really good. I will say, I saw the French toast at a table nearby and I'll definitely be getting that next time if I had one thing I would change, it would be to serve the brussel sprouts all day. I love the brussel sprouts there but we generally go for brunch. Otherwise it's always a pleasure. read more

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My mom and sis had told me how much they liked eating here. I myself had not been before so I was looking forward to dining here. I came w/my mom and my husband for dinner. Our server was Mersedes and unfortunately the service was not good. She was unfriendly and unwelcoming. Her attitude was like she didn't wanna be there, and it showed. She asked if we were ready to order. We said no. The menu felt quite extensive and so I asked her what she recommended. Then, she mentioned what the special was. Usually that's mentioned at the start, and I feel if I hadn't asked for recommendations, she would not have said anything. When I asked her what sides came with the special, she was quite annoyed in her response as If I was supposed to already know the answer, and she started walking away from us!! My husband and I both got the halibut special. She didn't check on us to see that we needed water re-fills, didn't ask my mom if she wanted another glass of wine, didn't offer us dessert, and just brought us the check. lol. My mom said the service has always been great when she's come to have lunch, so she was quite shocked at how awful the service was. Now the food: -clam chowder soup: too thick for my liking. no oyster crackers were provided. but soup was okay. -Oysters, VERY small and a bit pricey. 6 for $24. - Halibut special: the fish was unseasoned, bland, and lacked flavor. My husband didn't agree w/me and said it was good. Our palates are different. lol. so it's subjective. The rice and veggies were standard. -Blackberry mojito: portion was good but a bit too sweet. Perhaps they could invest in getting longer straws for this tall cup, or changing to a shorter cup. As I got to the end, the straw was a bit too short so I couldn't finish what was at the bottom w/o bringing the cup up to my face. -dessert: can't say b/c we weren't asked if we wanted dessert!!!! She just brought us the check and walked off. Throughout dinner, my mom and I noticed another server who looked like she was enjoying her job. Her tables were near us and she frequented them. She looked cheerful, she was smiley, and just overall what you would want in a server. As we were leaving, my mom and I approached her and told her she was doing a wonderful job. She told us her name and said we should ask for her next time. We left and ended up going somewhere else for dessert. Since my mom and sis enjoy it and their past experiences have been good, I think I will return for lunch and see if that's better. read more

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Two female servers ignored my boyfriend as he tried to make a to go order, once acknowledged he was told to wait which he did and then after 20 minutes said again they weren't capable to fulfill his ceaser salad order....... read more

Amazing!! Dinner was great and the service was even better. I had the fish with veggies and potatoes. The fresh bread was perfect in addition to my amazing lemon drop. Can't wait to come back read more

Bud's Seafood Grille - Seafood Near Me - Stockton, California

It's been almost thirteen years to the day since my last visit to Bud's Seafood Grille, and I'm happy to say that it was a much better experience this time. I was in a group of five, and we all ended up ordering the same thing but with different sides. The service was efficient, attentive and prompt without being overbearing or intrusive. The food was much better than the last visit, so maybe back in 2012 they were having a bad day in the kitchen: it happens. The price point is more than fair, too. I don't think I'll wait another thirteen years before my next meal at Bud's. One more thing: it's so nice that the butter packets are served at room temperature rather than fresh from the fridge or even worse, on ice. Hard butter would have been a bitch to spread on their wonderfully soft bread. read more

Excellent food and choices. Friendly, timely service. The food was delicious and plentiful.

Delicious food, Good portion Excellent service First time here and I'm coming back read more

Calamari was sooooo good! 10/10 They also give complimentary bread which I love the butter is amazinggg Marg was good also but strong af lol read more

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A dinner with old friends. Lots of chatter. The waitress was very patient. Part of our group had dined here before and ordered appetizers, good. I had a cesear salad with shrimp, very nice. Nice spot. read more

Great service. Clean and bright. The outside dining area was comfortable. The weather was perfect to sit outside. We were able to sit at our table for over 2 hours visiting. The food was tasty. I had the garden scramble. There was lots of spinach, mushrooms green onions and cheese. I took home half. It was accompanied with delicious scalloped potatoes. My hubby had the smoked ham and cheese omelet. He said it was good. Brunch includes coffee cake or blueberry muffin, fruit and a 1/2 toasted bagel. We meet friends here for brunch several times a year and will be back. read more

Bud's Seafood Grille - Outside dining. - Seafood Near Me - Stockton, California

Came in for the first time the other day to pick up some lunch after doing yard work in our backyard all morning. My family and I built up an appetite and Bud's has some fire rib eye sandwiches so that's what we agree'd upon. Nothing special, just your average steak, bread, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles. The staff is welcoming when you walk in, they have a seating area. The restaurant itself is pretty big, plenty of parking space, in the same lot as Podesto's. Not really sure of what else they offer to be honest. In all the times we've ordered from here we only have gotten the rib eye sandwiches. Look forward to trying something new next time we order from here. read more

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This place was great! We ordered calamari, buds beef, and fish & chips. The food were all fresh and beef was so tender. Great service overall read more

Bud's Seafood Grille - Fish and Chips - Seafood Near Me - Stockton, California

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Came here for lunch w/ my family. It was the first day of lent so my parents wanted to go for some seafood. Located in Lincoln Center, nice restaurant with bar seating as well. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. My mom and I ordered the seafood alfredo, we love Alfredo pasta and it didn't disappoint. My dad had the red snapper filet and he seemed to enjoy it as well. We enjoyed our lunch, would return again. read more

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Amongst the appetizers I saw an item labeled "mushroom bread bowl" with no other description so out of curiosity I ordered it with low expectations. However I was pleasantly surprised on how delicious and filling this item was! The mushrooms had a lovely snappy texture with no strong or fishy tastes and the gravy it was surged in was a well seasoned brown mushroom gravy that was exploding with flavor. Paired with the tangy sourdough bread it was perfect if you're looking for a small satisfying bite. Id recommend trying it to anyone! read more

Bud's Seafood Grille - Mushroom bowl - Seafood Near Me - Stockton, California

It was Easter Sunday, and I was sitting at the bar when the bartender asked if I would like a drink and if I was having lunch. I ordered a beer, and she gave me a menu. However, when I was ready to order lunch, the bartender informed me that the kitchen was closed until 3 PM. I wondered why she hadn't told me that the kitchen was closed when I first sat down at the bar. I know why? Because she was gossiping with the other waitress instead of working. This happens when management y owners are not present at the business. I gave a ZERO dollars and she can shoved the beer too. Bad services all around. read more

This is a solid 2 1/2 stars but I can't make half star on Yelp. The Ambiance is really nice especially in the outdoor area. We sat inside in front of s huge picture window. Fresh flowers on the table with cloth tablecloths and napkins. 4 stars Parking was ample so 5 stars Service was spotty so 2 1/2 stars. Asked for water with lemon to drink. Waitress came out with our drinks and sat them down to answer phone and take s phone order. Forgot our drinks then went back in kitchen. When she came back out I gave her a look and she went and got our drinks. We had already eaten all of the bread on the table by this time and we were very thirsty. The bread was 5 stars but I asked where the sourdough bread was from and the waitress said Genova do I will just continue to go there to get sourdough bread as I live Genova's anyways! I got the calamari steak with Parmesan... 2 and a half stars. Calamari was tough and chewy which lets me know it's over cooked. Also calamari steak was very thin. The veggies and potatoes were delicious so it gets a overall score of 2 1/2 Fish and chips for him... should say fish sticks. Super small pieces of fish with lots of batter. Very disappointing portions of fish. 2 stars. Coleslaw was good but far from great. 2.5 stars. French fries were excellent 4.5 stars. So sad this place was a disappointment as the Ambiance was really good. Check out my photos read more

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Must try! We had a clam chowder bread bowl amazing, had the salad with medallions delicious. Lemon drops were the best I've ever had.

This was our 2nd visit, but we probably won't be returning. We still can't figure out how or why this restaurant is always busy with customers. The only good entree was the Short Ribs which they only serve on Sundays. We were hugely disappointed to find that this delicious and tender item is only served 1 day out of 7 and this was the only reason we decided to come back. Bummer! :0( The Fish and Chips was a nice portion but the fish wasn't tasty. The thick cut fries were tasty and crispy on the edges when hot. This was the best part of this order. The mushroom ravioli was disappointing and tasteless. It came with a gravy like sauce. I thought it was going to be a white cream sauce. We sat outside in the front patio area, but not sure why they didn't turn on the misters despite it being much hotter than the last time we dined here. Even after asking for them to turn on the misters, they either forgot or didn't want to. read more

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Buds is our go to restaurant! The food is always good; we've never had a bad meal. Our favorites are: buds beef, crab cakes, chicken marsala, New England clam chowder, just to name a few. The staff are always nice and friendly; our favorite is Hector ;). The restaurant is clean and tidy. read more

#1 - The Restaurant Is A Winner #2 - The Food Is Always Good #3 - The Help Always Nice And Very Attentive To The Customers Needs read more

Great food superior service! Great location! No complaints. Crab salad was great and the bread is to die for.

Great food!!! A bit pricey. Love to sit outside. Friendly staff especially love Pat. Bud and wife are super nice as well. I love the fried asparagus, grilled chicken, potatoes and that darn bread. Great bloody Mary's too!! read more

Food is really good here. The atmosphere is great too. It's a little more than I want to spend on a regular day. It's a great place to go for special occasions. read more

Went there for lunch. The staff was friendly and fun... food was really good. I've also been there for meetings and it has a nice room for that. read more

This was my first time here. I went with the buds medallions beef salad. This was really good. I paired it with a Cabernet. This is definitely a popular restaurant with the locals. A lot of people in there knew each other, which is always good for a local restaurant. I would like to get back and try the mahi-mahi next time read more

Bud's Seafood Grille - Inside - Seafood Near Me - Stockton, California

Awesome food in an upscale yet laid back dining spot in Lincoln Village. Took my parents for a nice lunch and the food did not disappoint. Flash fried brussel sprouts, mahi mahi sandwich, pasta, and other delicacies were all on point. Thank you for a tasty lunch and courteous service. read more

Buds Seafood Grille is always a great pick for lunch or dinner. The food is fresh and delicious. Their wait staff is very professional and friendly. It's a cozy place to relax for a great meal. read more

Very middle of the road food. The waitress was nice, but the other server seemed really unhappy to be there. Also- I know some people who ordered the calamari steak from here, only to take it home and find out it was completely rancid. Order at your own risk. read more

I go there often and also order takeout. Very efficient restaurant. Never have to wait to order. Service is pleasant and the food is excellent. Some of the menu items I have previously ordered are the clam chowder, fish & chips and Buds Beef. All were delicious! Great wine menu. Restaurant & bar are modern and clean. read more

Bud's Seafood Grille is a classic spot here in Stockton. Located in my favorite area, Lincoln Center. Inside is clean and upscale. The employees all look well kept and are very efficient. My favorite food to order here is the Bud's Beef! The beef is very juicy and tender. The lunch portion is plenty! Afterwards we ordered the chocolate gelato (complimentary on your birthday). The gelato is so thick and premium! Aside from a casual lunch or dinner, Bud's has a private room for events like baby shower's or birthdays. Excellent option in Stockton for delicious food. read more

Bud's Seafood Grille - Buds Beef - Seafood Near Me - Stockton, California

Good ambience and friendly service. Food was just average, salad and clam chowder were good but rib eye steak was tough and fish overcooked. read more

Okay, listen! This place is fire; on every level. The service and food are first cabin. I wanted the mahi-mahi, but our server, Alyssa, recommended the coconut macadamia crusted mahi-mahi with capers and spinach. I am so glad that I took her recommendation! The fish was not over breaded and that first bite was so buttery and delicious! It was perfect till the very end. It is so good it does not need the tartar sauce! My husband had the herb, crusted chicken, and that was also very good. I absolutely recommend this place! If you have not tried Bud's, check it out! read more

The food was good. Drinks were even better. Atmosphere was nice for the vibe we were looking for. Our waitress did a great job. Only thing I didn't like was the dirty water glasses. Overall a great experience read more

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Lovely quaint restaurant with a nice lunch menu with a variety of appetizers, salads and sandwiches. The entrance is confusing with the first set of double doors opening up to the bar and the single door with the sign "restaurant" as their main entrance. We started with the fried asparagus and for entrees: broiled red snapper with rice and vegetables, ribeye steak with French fries and vegetables, and I had the crab louie. Each seemed pretty basic and exactly as described in the menu. The ribeye steak was on the thin side so no matter how you wanted it (rare, medium, well) it would be cooked well done it was so paper thin. The crab louie was also a little light with greens, hard boiled egg, tomatoes, beets and crab meat. We ended with berry cobbler which was a huge portion with a scoop of vanilla and whip cream. read more

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