Buddy's Chicken & Waffles

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Feels Like Home

Welcome to Buddy’s! We’re all about crispy chicken, tasty waffles, and good times. What started as a little kitchen experiment during lockdown turned into the spot everyone’s been talking about in Tacoma.

We’ve got waffles with all the flavors you love, cinnamon toast, cookies and cream, cornbread, and chicken that’s golden and crunchy. But Buddy’s ain’t just food, it’s a vibe.

Great music, chill vibes, and a place where you can kick back and feel at home.

Come hang with us at 3709 S G Street, Tacoma, Washington 98418. We’re open Tuesday through Sunday, ready to serve you some serious soul food and good energy.

Buddy’s Chicken & Waffles

Good Food. Chill Vibes. Lots of Love.

Meet Buddy

Born from a love of comfort food and

Southern Tradition

What started as Buddy's dream in his grandmother's kitchen has become a local legend. Every crispy piece of chicken and every fluffy waffle is made with the same love and passion that Grandma Rosie taught him decades ago.

We source our ingredients locally, fry our chicken to golden perfection, and serve each waffle hot off the iron. It's comfort food that feels like a warm hug from home.

Meet Buddy

Buddy in the kitchen

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Fan Favorites

These are the dishes that keep our customers coming back for more

What Makes Us Special

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Made Fresh Daily

Every batch of chicken is hand-breaded and every waffle is made to order. We start fresh every morning with locally sourced ingredients.

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Locally Sourced

We partner with local farms to bring you the freshest ingredients. Supporting our community while delivering exceptional taste.

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Finger-Lickin' Good

Family recipes passed down through generations of Southern cooking. Every bite tells a story of tradition and love.

What Our Customers Say

★★★★★ 2 weeks ago

“Absolutely incredible! The red velvet waffles with fried chicken are a perfect combination of sweet and savory. The atmosphere is so welcoming and the staff is amazing.”

★★★★★ 1 month ago

“Best chicken and waffles in Tacoma, hands down! The halal chicken is perfectly seasoned and crispy. The cinnamon toast crunch waffle was a delightful surprise.”

★★★★★ 3 weeks ago

“This place is a gem! The cookies & cream waffles are out of this world. Great music, great vibes, and even better food. Will definitely be back!”

★★★★★ 1 week ago

“Finally tried Buddy’s after hearing so much about it. The hype is real! The cornbread waffle was unique and delicious. Service was friendly and fast.”

★★★★★ 2 months ago

“Love supporting this local business! The food is consistently amazing and you can feel the love that goes into every dish. The art and music create such a great atmosphere.”

★★★★★ 1 month ago