Do you have questions about Buddy’s Bar-b-q in East Ridge? We’ve put together a list of answers to our most frequently asked questions to provide you with more information about our restaurant and the food we serve. Keep reading to learn something new about our Tennessee barbecue!
1. Is Buddy’s Bar-b-q fast food?
Definitely not! A common misconception about Buddy’s Bar-b-q is that we are a fast food restaurant. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth! You can expect to get your food quickly, and we have a drive-thru for added convenience, but our Tennessee barbecue is made fresh using traditional family recipes. Our meat is never frozen and is cooked low and slow onsite for over 10 hours.
2. Are you a family-owned or chain restaurant?
Our Tennessee barbecue restaurant is both! Buddy’s Bar-b-q is a family-owned business in East Ridge and a local chain with several other locations across East Tennessee. Our special family recipes offer unmistakable hometown flavor, and each meal is served with a side of Southern hospitality so you’ll feel right at home!
3. What makes your Tennessee barbecue unique?
At Buddy’s Bar-b-q, we only serve fresh, high-quality meat that is never frozen. We smoke whole chickens, pork butts, beef briskets, racks of ribs, ham, turkey, and hot dogs right here in-house. Our flavorful dry rubs and sauces make our Tennessee barbecue stand out from other restaurants in the area. You can expect great food, affordable prices, and a casual dining atmosphere, making our East Ridge restaurant the top choice for a memorable meal!
4. Do you offer online ordering and delivery?
Yes! You can order online and pick up your meal inside or in the drive-thru for your convenience, or you can get our Tennessee barbecue delivered right to your door.
5. Can I order barbecue in bulk for a group?
Absolutely! We have several options for bulk barbecue orders. For a quick family dinner or office lunch, our Buddy’s Bar-b-q Family Packs are a great choice. These packs serve 5 or 10 people and include your choice of meat and sides as well as cookies, drink, and paper products. If you need something for a larger group, you can order our Tennessee barbecue meats by the pound and our sides by the pint or quart for pickup or delivery. Are you feeding a crowd? Our catering service has you covered for groups of 50 or more people!
6. Do you have a kid’s menu?
Of course! Our Lil’ Buddys kid’s menu is one of the things that makes us the best East Ridge restaurant for families! These meals include your choice of a hot dog, chicken tenders, or a slider sandwich with pulled pork, chicken, beef, ham, or turkey. Each meal comes with a side, a drink, and a cookie or ice cream for dessert. If your kid doesn’t want the whole meal, you can order just a sandwich that’s the perfect size for little ones!
7. Do you have dessert?
Our Tennessee barbecue restaurant doesn’t just serve savory options. We have plenty of great options to end your meal on a sweet note! Everyone loves our homemade chocolate chip cookies and soft-serve ice cream. However, the fan-favorites are our famous hot fudge cake and LaMuriel’s lemon pie!
8. What are your restaurant hours?
Our East Ridge restaurant is open 7 days a week starting at 10:30am. On Sunday through Thursday, we close at 9:00pm. We stay open later on Friday and Saturday until 10:00 pm.
9. Where are you located?
You can find our Tennessee barbecue restaurant on Camp Jordan Parkway just minutes from Interstate 75. Our address is 619 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN 37412.
Stop by our East Ridge restaurant today to enjoy mouthwatering Tennessee barbecue with a side of Southern hospitality! We look forward to seeing you soon!
