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    Bun Buds

    4.7 (38 reviews)
    ModerateFood Trucks, Chinese
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Combination Platter for 2
    Maya B.

    Such a unique concept for a restaurant, but it works! We tried Bun Buds for the first time last night and were very impressed by our experience. The staff were extremely warm, welcoming, and took pride in their work. They were immediately willing to give us suggestions of their favorite menu items! We got the platter for 2, which came with a combination of various dumplings, bao buns and a hot dog. The food was very fresh. The kimchi and pickle sides were also incredible and very tastefully done! The only thing to keep in mind in the winter months is that their Fall River location has no indoor seating for dine-in, so we had to eat from our car... however, it looks like they have some outdoor seating available for the warmer weather! All around, a solid spot. Looking forward to coming back and trying other menu items!

    Spicy pork dumplings
    Shane L.

    I'm here to whole heartedly admit I'm a dumpling hound. The spicy pork dumplings are so good they'll make you say bad words. Be warned, and cuss away!!

    Stephanie T.

    I've been following Bun Buds on Instagram for a few months now and was so excited to see they opened a brick & mortar restaurant location in Fall River. It all started with two students studying at Johnson and Wales whom were given the opportunity of a lifetime to kickstart their careers thanks to the kindness of a professor and the gift of a hot dog cart. They came up with the name Bun Buds because they serve both hot dogs and dumplings (two different types of buns) and they are buds hence Bun Buds. On Friday, July 5, 2024, Bun Buds food truck was at Guild Beer Garden and that was when I finally got my chance to visit the food truck. The food truck menu offers dumplings and hot dogs. The restaurant menu offers a few more additional items. I ordered the 5 piece Chicken Teriyaki Gyoza spicy (Chili crisp oil and sriracha) and the 3 piece pork dumplings straight up (scallion oil and sesame seeds). Both came with a little dipping sauce on the side. The gyoza was spicy and definitely had a kick, but I really enjoyed it. The pork dumplings were bigger than the gyoza and were very juicy and had a good filling. I am looking forward to trying their classic footlong hot dogs next.

    dumpling platter with vampire slayer and straight up "as Toppings" and dumpling sauce and spicy mayo dips

    Our first time- Staff was welcoming and pleasant. out side seating is available, we sat inside at a bar for two, but no true inside seating, very busy with take out orders but our food came in a timely manner. we tried the 10 dumpling platter and BBC hot dog Hot dog was a 3.5 out of 5 standard hot dog fair.. the dumpling platter was steamed to order, so call ahead or allow time the dumpling texture was nice the dips and topping where very mild in flavor so if you like heat or more flavor or try one of the spicier toppings . vegetable was mild, pork had the most flavor, and the chicken was mild as well all the dumpling where decently filled. very cold soda was welcoming on a very hot day off street parking was available but limited and not handicap accessible a step up to get inside. No bathrooms. we would go back and try the other flavors ...

    Vampire killer dumpling platter
    Kayla A.

    This is a regular spot for me! The crew is always friendly and accommodating to vegan orders. Take-out only but there's seating outside in the summer at the free space next door. I've tried almost every topping combo. My go to is dumplings but you've never had hotdogs like these.

    specials menu
    Shannon M.

    Wow! Finally made it to Bun Buds in Fall River, MA. Worth the drive from wherever you are. Not really a sit down place, mostly to go, but wow, wow, wow! DELICIOUS! We decided to pick up the special dumpling platter for New Year's Eve (and saving those for later tonight). I had the Korean BBQ bao buns and hubs and offspring each had a BBC (BBQ bacon cheese) footling hotdog. We should've taken pics of the food. It was impressive. Young entrepreneurs with great attitudes and ambition. It was an absolute pleasure. Make a time to swing by!

    Vampire Killer dumplings and Cha Siu Bao
    Niki M.

    Had the Vampire Killer dumplings and Cha Siu bao delivered to my home when I was feeling down. These really improved my mood! Everything was so fresh and delicious!

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    Incredible food and great experience! Service was excellent and the employees definitely loved their jobs. That says a lot about a place. I ordered everything besides the hot dog, but I'm willing to bet they are awesome. Highly recommend their kimchi

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    Delicious, friendly, fresh food, delightful staff! I have tried almost everything on the menu! Not disappointed at all!

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    1 month ago

    Very friendly staff, $1 dumplings are not very good at all. Every piece was cold and mostly undercooked.

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    6 months ago

    It's damm good! Definitely quality over quantity. Well worth it. Huge awesome flavor.

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    1 year ago

    Foods great friendly owner but expensive. Would love to tell it from the rooftops but times are tough.

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    10 months ago

    Okay if looking for the dumplings, nothing special in terms of quality or value. Friendly service.

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    Thank you so much! :)

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    11 months ago

    Don't know that to get??? The sampler is an amazing choice. Fantastic food and service.

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    1 year ago

    Dumplings were awesome, hot dogs were excellent, kimchi, ramen eggs this place is awesome!

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    2 years ago

    Delicious food and friendly service! We loved all the unique styles of dogs and dumplings! So happy we tried this new spot!

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    2 years ago

    Bun buds is so cool. Their food is so yummy. Jake and Anaya are so cool. Overall so coo!

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