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    Good Buns

    4.7 (159 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers
    Open 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Bonnie S.

    Great smash burger with the best cheese skirt! Gravy fries are great but chili fries have beans and no cheese. I am glad to finally walk in and the price point of $5.95 is amazing.

    Good Buns Smash
    Jeff S.

    Wagyu smash burgers. Who wouldn't?? We got one burger and a side of chili fries, and I have to say, that is MORE than enough for two people. One burger is large enough, and oily enough (more on that later), to share between two people. The Good Buns Smash burger itself is substantial. Caramelized onions, bacon, jalapenos, spread - all savory and all so good. The chili fries were good. Chili and beans + fat fries... definitely a delicious addition to your cheat meal. Because let's face it, this is a CHEAT meal. The one issue I have as a consumer is that the food is SO heavy. Wagyu itself is fatty, and that gets all over - everywhere. This is no surprise. I just struggle with it because I like to frequent places that I like, but after eating this... I think I'm good for the next month or two. But that's a me problem and not a Good Buns problem. The cashier was patient and helpful, and answered our questions with no issue. It was a nice surprise seeing a corn rib thrown in as well! Yelp Adventures 2026 - 4 of ??

    Shannon S.

    The Best Burger in Town! My favorite is White Buns with Caramelized Onions and Krispy Fries! Also, Ice Cream is Really Creamy and Amazingly Delicious! If you haven't tried their Ice Cream, you're missing it!

    Matt S.

    Amazing WAGYU burgers at an affordable price! You cant beat a solid burger, corn ribs, and gravy fries! A fun hole in the wall spot that is right next to Knott's. Make sure you pull up and get some soft serve for dessert!

    Sara H.

    This restaurant is located in a small plaza with limited parking lot, but I had no trouble finding a spot. The menu is simple and the staff was welcoming. My food took about 20-25 minutes to come out. There were about 6-7 tables inside. Everything was clean and well maintained, including the restroom. I appreciated the self-serve water station. Instead of a soda fountain, they offer a selection of bottled and canned drinks for purchase. As for the food, Good Buns Smash was tasty, though a little saltier than I prefer. The Chili Fries were okay. Overall, a pleasant experience with friendly service and a clean comfortable atmosphere. 3.5/5

    Jay G.

    Food: 4.7/5 The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the single smash which came with brioche bun, wagyu patty, cheese and their sauce. I thought the flavors mixed perfectly and the bun was soft. It tasted fresh and i truly could not get enough of it. The corn ribs were packed with flavor, not a single crevice was left out. Our food also came with free ranch which was really nice. My only complaint was the patty was too thin, it was a bit hard to really appreciate it but overall still good. Service: 5/5 I believe the business owner was the one who took our orders and he was very kind and helpful. He gave us recommendations and told us their signature fish which was the good buns smash. You can tell he really cares about the customers and even goes out of his way to make conversation and handed us the food himself. Ambiance: 5/5 The restaurant's aesthetic is very cute, your typical burger corner store with a modern twist. I will say this place is verryyy clean and their bathroom is iconic. Somewhat limited seating but I would say it's decent for the size of the place.

    Single smash burger
    Hesperian C.

    After spending an afternoon at Knott's, we were tired and famished. Food this place as it is literally a few blocks away from the park. Ordered a smash burger with grilled onions and bacon. Food came out quick and has a nice cheese skirt on it. Nice and crunchy. Also it came with a corn rib. Not something I've had before as a side for a burger, but it was nice and something different to have as a side. Burger was kinda greasy but I think it was from the grilled onions I ordered as an add on. Would definitely eat here again and highly recommend it as a place to try especially if you need a spot to grub at after a day at knotts.

    Single smash with jalapeno & grilled onions
    Jaymie N.

    Hi it's me again eating some GoOod BuNs ;) this time I took it to go. I called in and placed my order and I was able to pick it up within 15 mins. Awesome customer service as always btw. Today I ordered my usual single smash w/ onion and jalapeno, another single smash with grilled onions, fries, an order of corn ribs and chili cheese fries. Brother, my total wasn't even over $40 for all of that. Honestly, for the quality, taste and preparation this place offers, this is such a steal. Anywayyy, I took my dinner on a ~25min ride, took another 20 mins to situate my food to eat and guess what...the fries were still so crispy! Not one soggy fry in sight. Even the fries in the chili fries were crispy! Tbh, at this point , whenever I have a cheat day and if I crave a burger, I'm going here from now on.

    front: single // back: good buns burger -split an order of fries & both burgers came with a corn rib!
    Jacqueline P.

    Great burgers! Possibly one of my top smash burger places. I love that the buns are substantial, however not over powering over the smash wagyu patty. We came on a Saturday around 11:30 and had no problem finding a seat/ordering. I got the single smash (without cheese - cause I'm lactose), but added grilled onions & jalapeños. My friend got the good buns smash with everything on it. The crispy cheese looked so good though! Both burgers came with 1 corn rib- which was amazing! We ordered a side of fries and split it ourselves. The fries were crispy with a great bite. Plus is that they have a water filter with self-service water. I can't wait to come back to try the chili. Service was nice and bathroom was very clean - great plus. Parking: shared lot with smaller spots

    Comfort food!
    Jennifer C.

    This was SUCH a yummy spot to find in Buena Park!!! First of all, service was notably good! The guy that took our order checked in on us multiple times and was so wonderful. The burgers absolutely hit the spot. They are cooked to perfection with that crispy cheese that is to die for!! I also really loved the chili fries. The chili had such a good flavor. And anyone knows that good chili fries are ALL about the chili. Love that you can end the meal with some soft serve as well. Great spot!!

    Corned ribs
    Christine M.

    This was a new place for us, but I can say us fatties have already been back twice.. This is a true smash burger It was delicious. Patty had a nice crisp and they had the cheese on the grill too which added another crispy element to it. Decent sized burger. First time I just got a single with bacon and grilled onions. It was good but wasn't wow yet. LOVED the corn ribs, it's a little on the saltier side but the flavors made it not matter to me. My boyfriend got the good bun smash and loved it. Second time we came back, I got the good bun smash. Holy cow, def 10/10 recommend this. The environment is clean. Self serve, but the owner comes around and asks you how is everything a few times. I think he just really cares but it's also a (seems) new restaurant. Cute hole in the wall. The food is a little greasy but doesn't taste like it. This fatty ain't complaining because she finished it all.. Def coming back again!

    Good Buns Smash - their signature double smash burger with all the fixin's and crispy cheese - yum!
    Phil C.

    I've dined here a couple of times already, and it's been solid every time. The menu offering is small, with four burger options and a few add-ons depending on what you like. Also, a few sides and ice cream. The prices are reasonable and affordable. On my first visit, I ordered the Good Buns Smash (their signature burger), and it was massive. The crispy cheese was overflowing, and I barely finished the double-patty wagyu burger with fries. On my second visit, the wagyu burgers were calling my name. I got the single smash and added grilled onions. The melty and crispy edges of the cheese added a lot of flavor. It satisfied the burger cravings again. They also include a small Cajun corn rib with the burgers. A nice touch since I love corn. I also like the fries here; they come out hot and with a crispy coating. They also provide a small container of ranch, and you can grab some ketchup at the counter. For drinks, they offer a variety of canned and bottled options in the fridge next to the cashier. Since they have ice cream, maybe they can offer shakes in the future. Their main offering is wagyu beef in their smash burgers. Could I tell the difference from other quality ground beef? The patties had good flavor and seemed to have a higher fat ratio than the "regular" burger patties I've had. They are also well-seasoned, too. Overall, the burgers tasted great, and I'm a fan. The dining area is clean and spacious, and the staff have been kind and attentive. Checking in once in a while. There's a private parking lot for the group of businesses here. It can get packed during busy dining times.

    Entrance walking up from parking
    Mike G.

    Wagyu burger anyone? Weather you're an OC local or visiting Buena Park for one of the theme parks (Knotts Berry Farm just down the street) a pit stop at Good Buns is a worthwhile meal that packs huge flavor but doesn't take a huge bite out of your wallet. Drive into the plaza and parking is pretty easy. Each of my visits, typically between 4 and 7pm, parking has pretty much been available. Enter the glass doors and order at the counter. The cashier wasn't much for conversation, so rather than ask for his recommendations, the family and I rolled the dice. Menu is pretty small so it makes things simple. If you're looking for classic, backyard style lettuce and tomato type of burger, keep it moving, you won't find that at Good Buns. Savory and hearty, these burgers are built for you to enjoy life at the moment and apologize to your arteries later. Find yourself seating. Water is self serve, and you'll need to bus your tray once you're done. Mission accomplished. Now go get a gym membership, workout more, so you can come back often

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