Buddy's Restaurant & Pizzeria – Italian
This lively neighborhood staple hums with the energy of shared plates and golden-crusted Detroit-style squares, where the aroma of toasted garlic and bubbling mozzarella creates an immediate sense of nostalgia. Guests dive into baskets of signature Buddy Bread and savory oven-baked meatballs, enjoying a soulful dining experience that balances crispy, caramelized textures with the warm, unpretentious charm of a true community classic.
Ann Arbor-Saline Road https://www.buddyspizza.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, south-beach, gerd, tlc, zone, volumetrics
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the tender, high-quality dishes and generous portions, frequently highlighting the efficient and knowledgeable service that ensures a seamless experience. Guests love the comfortable setting and memorable atmosphere, praising the establishment as a standout neighborhood addition where the attentive staff and flavorful menu items consistently impress.
Menu
Starters
- Buddy Bread: Basket of Buddy’s famous oven-baked soft garlic sticks. Served with marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Sampler: Fresh mushrooms, cauliflower, and zucchini hand-dipped in buttermilk dredged in seasoned flour and deep fried to a golden brown. Served with your choice of sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buddy Wings: Plump, juicy chicken wings tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with Buddy’s Original Bleu Cheese dressing and celery sticks. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders: Strips of tender chicken marinated in buttermilk, drenched in seasoned flour and deep fried to a golden brown. Served with your choice of sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Bread: Buddy's Original Detroit-Style crust topped with Wisconsin Brick, fontinella, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Served with Buddy's Original Ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oven-Baked Meatballs: Four of Buddy's homestyle meatballs smothered with your choice of sauce and oven-baked with mozzarella cheese. Served with garlic bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Fries: Seasoned wedge-cut fries baked with mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Topped with bacon and served with Buddy’s Original Ranch dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks: Eight golden brown cheese sticks sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Served with marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread: Grilled and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Detroit-Style Pizza
- Detroiter: Wisconsin brick cheese, pepperoni on top, tomato basil sauce, shaved Parmesan cheese and Buddy’s Sicilian spice blend. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sicilian: Wisconsin brick cheese, pepperoni, green peppers, black olives, salami, diced tomatoes, tomato basil sauce and Buddy’s Sicilian spice blend. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super 6 Mile: Wisconsin brick cheese, pepperoni, onions, green peppers, mushrooms and ham. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eastern Market Veggie: Wisconsin brick cheese, onions, green peppers, mushrooms and sliced tomatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Italian: Motor City cheese blend, Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, red onions, garlic, tomato basil sauce and Buddy's Sicilian spice blend. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hawaiian: Wisconsin brick cheese, ham, diced pineapple and Buddy’s BBQ sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Detroit PBS: Original pepperoni under our Motor City cheese blend with Old World pepperoni on top. Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Conant: Wisconsin brick cheese, grilled chicken, red onions, fresh cilantro and Buddy’s BBQ sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Deluxe: Wisconsin brick cheese, pepperoni, Italian sausage, ham, bacon and seasoned ground beef. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Henry Ford: Motor City cheese blend, red onions, seasoned ground beef, bacon, bleu cheese and tomato basil sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean: Motor City cheese blend, red onions, spinach, beets, feta cheese, fresh dill, and tomato basil sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greektown: Wisconsin brick cheese, feta cheese, spinach, garlic, red onions, diced tomatoes and fresh dill. Served with Buddy’s Original Garlic Parmesan dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Motown Museum: Motor City cheese blend, Old World pepperoni and bacon. Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Detroit Zoo: Motor City cheese blend, roasted tomatoes, fresh basil and tomato basil sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita: Wisconsin brick cheese, diced tomatoes, garlic, oregano, fresh basil, Asiago cheese and tomato basil sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Fresh Salads
- Antipasto: Freshly chopped romaine and iceberg lettuce topped with imported ham, salami and Wisconsin brick cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek: Freshly chopped romaine and iceberg lettuce topped with feta cheese, beets, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, tomatoes, cucumbers and red onions. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House: Freshly chopped romaine and iceberg lettuce topped with red onions, cucumbers, carrots, garbanzo beans, tomatoes and croutons. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar: Freshly chopped romaine lettuce topped with shaved Parmesan cheese and croutons. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tender Salad: Freshly chopped romaine and iceberg lettuce topped with our famous chicken tenders, red onions, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese. Served with Buddy's Original Ranch dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo-Style Chicken Tender Salad: Freshly chopped romaine and iceberg lettuce topped with our famous chicken tenders tossed in mild or hot buffalo sauce, bleu cheese crumbles, red onions, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese. Served with Buddy's Original Ranch dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
Classic Pastas
- Spinach Lasagna: Layers of pasta, spinach, vegetables and ricotta topped with brick cheese smothered in our signature sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Lasagna: Layers of pasta, brick, ricotta, and Parmesan cheese smothered in our signature sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti: Buddy's classic spaghetti with your choice of marinara or meat sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mostaccioli: Traditional mostaccioli pasta with your choice of meat or marinara sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Ravioli: Classic pasta pillows filled with a four cheese blend. Served with your choice of meat or marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan: Grilled chicken breast rolled in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked with mozzarella cheese. Served on spaghetti with your choice of marinara or meat sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni & Cheese: Elbow pasta with mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend topped with Cheddar cheese and panko crumbs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Alfredo: Traditional Alfredo sauce tossed with grilled chicken and fettuccine. Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Buddy Burger: ½ lb. burger made from ground chuck with steak trimmings on a brioche bun. Topped with lettuce, tomato and dill chips. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Cheddar Robby Burger: 1/2 lb Burger loaded with bacon and cheddar cheese. Topped with our classic Robby Sauce, lettuce, and dill chips. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Chicken Sandwich: Marinated grilled chicken breast topped with provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato on a brioche bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Hoagie: Salami, ham, pepperoni and provolone cheese topped with banana peppers, shredded lettuce, tomato, Parmesan cheese and Buddy’s Sicilian spice blend served on an Italian roll with Buddy’s Famous Vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Hoagie: Buddy’s homestyle meatballs topped with melted provolone cheese and marinara sauce served on a toasted Italian roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tender Hoagie: Buddy’s famous tenders topped with our Signature Dip Sauce, shredded lettuce and dill chips served on a homestyle roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Steak Hoagie: Thinly sliced grilled ribeye topped with caramelized onions and melted provolone cheese served on a toasted hoagie bun with homestyle horseradish sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap: Buddy’s famous tenders tossed with mild or hot buffalo sauce, cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato and Buddy’s Original Ranch dressing served in a wrap. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Caesar Wrap: Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese and Buddy’s Classic Caesar dressing served in a wrap. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Wrap: Feta cheese, romaine lettuce, beets, black olives, red onion, tomato, banana peppers and Buddy’s Original Garlic Parmesan dressing served in a wrap. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sweets & Treats
- Lemon Cake: Drizzled with a lemon coulis. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Tiramisu: The Italian favorite with espresso-soaked lady fingers and mascarpone cream layered with cocoa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Buddy's Restaurant & Pizzeria
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Antipasto salad works for multiple diets including keto, gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein, diabetic, sugar-free, atkins, and volumetrics.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Buddy's Restaurant & Pizzeria has an average rating of 4.0/5 based on customer feedback and dining experiences.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Detroit-style square pizzas like the Detroiter and Sicilian, alongside signature Buddy Bread, oven-baked meatballs, and wings.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Buddy's Restaurant & Pizzeria has an official website at https://www.buddyspizza.com, though the provided information does not specify online ordering.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Italian standout is highly rated for its signature Detroit-style pizza, generous portions, and efficient service compared to others.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers good value with generous portions of high-quality Italian dishes and a 4.0/5 average rating.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features Italian classics like Detroit-style pizza and meatballs, accommodating over twenty dietary needs including keto, gluten-free, and vegan.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided data does not list a specific street address, but the restaurant is a neighborhood staple featuring Detroit-style pizza.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Buddy's Restaurant & Pizzeria is currently operational, offering Italian cuisine and Detroit-style pizza with a budget-friendly price level.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect budget-friendly Detroit-style pizza, generous portions, and efficient service in a lively, comfortable neighborhood setting.
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