Buddy's Pizza

4.4 ( 1047 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
5314 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002, United States
+1 269-421-9233

Buddy's Pizza, located at 5314 S Westnedge Ave in Portage, MI, has quickly emerged as a local favorite among pizza enthusiasts. With rave reviews pouring in, it stands out for its Detroit-style pizza, famed for its crispy crust and generous toppings. Customers like Kelly Force and RuthAnn Brunsting share their delight in the delicious pizzas and appetizers, particularly the creamy mozzarella sticks and loaded wedge fries. The welcoming atmosphere is further enhanced by a friendly staff, consistently delivering excellent service.

With a variety of options, including unique pizzas such as pineapple ham BBQ, Buddy's caters to diverse tastes. Many patrons, including Matt Harmon, declare it as one of the best pizza spots, making a detour just to savor their offerings. Trivia nights add an exciting twist, turning dining into a fun social experience. Overall, Buddy's Pizza isn’t just about satisfying your cravings—it’s about creating memorable moments with family and friends. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this gem is a must-visit for an extraordinary pizza experience.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Buddy's Pizza

Kelly Force
Jul 1,2025
First time visiting this place. Can say was not disappointed.Food was fantastic!!My daughter and I loved the mozzarella sticks and we both love the loaded fries which were made with wedge fries!! Our pizzas were also fantastic, with the crispy crust around the edge, oh my! I usually don't eat the crust on any pizza but couldn't resist this one. Our waitress was really great to friendly and took care to see to anything we needed. Thank You Buddy's Pizza! Keep up the great work of serving great food. Will definitely be back and will recommend you to family and friends
RuthAnn Brunsting
May 12,2025
Yum! Ordered 3 kinds of pizza and all were delicious! What a fun place, too -- Thursdays are trivia nights! So, good food, great employees and fun times! Salads and dressings are great, too!
Autumn Fields
May 3,2025
Went to buddys for the first time today. It was excellent service! The staff was all smiling. We are a family of 5. We got a round style pizza, fresh chicken tenders, and a burger with thin frys. All of the items were amazing. The price was also very reasonable.
Matt Harmon
Apr 25,2025
If you like Detroit style pizza, you can't go wrong with Buddy's. If you don't like Detroit style yet, you will. If you hate Detroit style pizza, you're probably from Chicago. As a Pittsburgher, I'll go out of my way for Buddy's, and get it on every trip to Michigan. One of my top 5 pizzas. Try it, you won't regret it! Now Buddy's Management / Ownership ..... Please come to Pittsburgh!
DJ Hager
Apr 3,2025
Great pizza with lots of choices. It was a thick crust if you like that. We had a few kinda but I loved the pineapple ham bbq pizza
Ashley Louise
Mar 29,2025
Our waitress was phenomenal. I forget her name and forgot the receipt unfortunately. We ordered a mixed drink, buddy's bread, Mac and cheese, Margarita pizza on thin crust and a Motown Museum pizza on original crust. Everything was better than anticipated. We were starving and this hit every spot we wanted. We will be back in the city again and definitely will be hitting this place back up! TIP YOUR WAITERS & WAITRESSES!!!
RyanAlissa Smith
Mar 14,2025
I don't typically leave reviews, but they were so friendly and nice I would feel guilty not leaving them a review. We came on Mother's Day, and all the employees wished me a happy mother's day multiple times, and gave me a card for a future free pizza. They were so genuine and sweet.
Loretta Cisneros
Mar 10,2025
Thank you Matthew for the great service and background to your pizza and dishes!! The crust on the pizza is like toasted bruschetta bread. It’s crunchy and soft at the same time. The cheese is definitely cheesin’! The sauce on the pizza is flavorful and perfect! The portions on the 4 square are enough for 2 people. Their individual salads are large too. The Greek Salad was excellent. It comes with a creamy garlic parmesan dressing thats so good! The restaurant is beautiful and the atmosphere is family friendly! Im glad we stopped here for lunch! Thanks again Matthew!

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