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About Buddies Pub & Grill

Buddies Pub & Grill is a welcoming gathering place in Okemos, MI, where great food, cold drinks, and a lively atmosphere come together to create the kind of experience people want to return to again and again.

Conveniently located at 1937 W Grand River Ave, this casual, cozy bar and grill is designed for everything from a relaxed solo meal to a fun night out with friends, coworkers, or family.

With a strong reputation backed by a 4.20-star rating from 1,107 reviews, Buddies Pub & Grill has earned the trust of locals and visitors alike by delivering the kind of dependable, enjoyable experience that makes a night feel complete.

What makes Buddies Pub & Grill stand out is the way it blends comfort, variety, and entertainment into one easygoing destination. Guests can enjoy dine-in service, take advantage of takeaway and delivery options, or stop in for on-site service when they want the full pub experience.

The menu and drink selection are built for pleasure and convenience, featuring great bar food, a strong beer selection, cocktails, spirits, happy-hour drinks, happy-hour food, and food at the bar.

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite, a full meal, or a place to unwind after work, the combination of table service and a welcoming bar setting makes it easy to settle in and enjoy the moment.

Buddies Pub & Grill is also known for being more than just a place to eat and drink — it’s a social hub with something going on for everyone. From bar games, karaoke, quiz night, and sports to a fast, friendly pace of service, the atmosphere stays energetic without losing its comfort.

It’s the kind of place where a casual drink can turn into a memorable evening, and where guests can feel comfortable whether they arrive alone or with a group. Accessibility is also thoughtfully built in, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, and restroom facilities helping ensure a more inclusive experience for all guests.

With reservations accepted and convenient payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, Buddies Pub & Grill makes it easy to plan your visit and enjoy a smooth, satisfying experience from start to finish.

★★★★☆ 4.20 rating (1107 reviews)
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Susan Eaton

Susan Eaton

4 years ago

Great place, hamburgers were thick, cooked to perfection, flavourful and juicy. The spinach flatbread was excellent, it had alot of flavor and lots of cheese. Had the onion rings as an appetizer and they were also good, not the three inch thick ones you usually get when you order onion rings.

Norm Scott

Norm Scott

9 months ago

Nice pub, busy but also cozy and the staff are friendly. Plenty of screens for the big games as well. They have special event nights like trivia and bingo so check ahead if you're interested or if you'd rather avoid that sort of thing. Luckily they have a section that is away from these busier louder events too.

Only By Nature

Only By Nature

11 months ago

The foods I was pretty good here only reason I give it four stars on service and atmosphere when it comes to Atmosphere you know it's a sports bar pizza sports bar more or less I guess I could give it five stars but when it comes to the atmosphere in the service both are pretty good I guess when it comes down to it sometimes the tables aren't wiped off the cleanest the servers need to do a little better job with that but frankly that's a problem all over managers need to learn how to wipe a table off proper and then they need to teach their staff how to wipe a table off proper that's not just a problem at this place. Then I probably always hit them with five stars.

Nate W

Nate W

3 years ago

Unfortunately, I can't rate any higher than 5 stars on Google otherwise I would! I've been going to Buddies my entire life. The food here is amazing and always consistently good. They adjust with the times, yet remain a classic. They're a staple in the community. Their Nachos Supreme is the best I've ever had. The rest of their food is super high quality and amazing too and presentation is 10/10 If I could afford to eat out every day, Buddies would be a go-to multiple times a week! Expect a minimum of $10-12 per person, but it's well worth it!

Zage Litwiller

Zage Litwiller

9 months ago

The food was good and the staff was great. I have a food allergy and they came out to check to make sure they knew how to accommodate that. Very welcoming.

Jeff Henkel

Jeff Henkel

7 years ago

We inevitably get to Buddies every visit to Okemos because it’s my Dad’s favorite place. It’s actually difficult to get a bad meal here. I’ve tried multiple dishes and loved every one of them. They have a good selection of beer, including craft brews. You can get Italian, Mexican, Salads, and American fare. The portions are unbelievably huge. Enough for at least 2 meals if you’re not a big eater. Prices are reasonable and they hey take all credit cards. Awesome place.

Sawyer

Sawyer

5 months ago

I highly recommend this if you are going to a Msu bball game and want something to eat before it. We tried to go to chilis before the Illinois game, there was a wait time. Decided to leave, went here to try another option for dinner. Came here to buddies. Got seated immediately, service was fast, and food was extremely good. We’d still be at chilis waiting by now if we stayed there 😅 5 stars :)

Tristan

Tristan

5 months ago

Incredible service, Michael is legitimately one of the best bartenders I've ever seen in action. He knows what he's doing and it doesn't matter how busy he is, you can tell he is really listening to you and your order while managing a million other things. Unfortunately we came in at the tail end of trivia but I'm guessing it's a regular Tuesday thing and it sounded really great.

Bob Gardner

Bob Gardner

7 months ago

Have tried a wide variety of items here and enjoyed them all. Today: the Chuckwagon Burger. A couple different areas to sit, and plenty of TVs.

mikegualjr

mikegualjr

month ago

Discovered Buddies Grill when looking for a sports bar that was playing NBA Finals. Few bars I went to before weren’t playing the game but luckily Buddies had on (with volume) soon as I walked in. Michael the bartender is excellent at his job. Very personable and can tell is well liked from regular customers. Buddies Burger combo was also delicious! Cold beer went down nicely watching the game. Decided to come back next night as Michael said he’d have the NHL Finals on as well. Easy choice to return. Pricing I think is fair (compared to Ontario bar pricing anyways). Thanks for filling my NBA/NHL Finals needs on trip down for NASCAR! -Miller Light Mike from Soo Ontario

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Common questions about Buddies Pub & Grill

Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great bar food
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Karaoke
  • Quiz night
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Plenty of parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

1937 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI 48864, United States

Reservations

+1 517-347-0443

Hours

Closed · Sunday 8:30 AM-9 PM
Sunday 8:30 AM-9 PM
Monday 11 AM-11 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-11 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-11 PM
Thursday 11 AM-11 PM
Friday 11 AM-12 AM
Saturday 11 AM-11 PM
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