Buddies Pub & Grill

I used to love going to Buddies, but, lately, I've noticed a trend. I went there on June 1st (a Saturday) and it was practically a ghost town. This isn't the first time I've gone there and thought the same thing. The other two locations aren't nearly as empty as the Okemos location. Then, I discovered the reason why. You need to reevaluate your regulars and the effect they have on other people. There were a few people at the bar and one of the hightops that were OVER-THE-TOP annoying. One of these men tried to trip a server. When she told me that he does that all the time and was a regular, I couldn't believe it. They were loud and obnoxious the entire time I was there. They monopolized the jukebox and, when I had the audacity to put some money in and pick out a few songs I like, they started loudly complaining and would have unplugged the machine if they hadn't already put in money themselves for another song. The staff seemed to go along with them and had a good laugh.

I love the food and the prices are reasonable. However, I won't be going back to that location again. I wanted to relax and enjoy a beer, not listen to a bunch of drunk idiots criticizing my choice of music and trying to trip our waitress.  I think it's time to clean house, Buddies.

I live pretty close to Buddy's and go fairly often. The food is always good, the staff friendly and the bill is never a shocker. The decor is nothing to write home about but if you're looking for a good, filling meal that won't break your bank this is the place to go.

Decent basic bar... Pretty good bar grub and well made drinks. Decor was pretty generic and service was pleasant.