The Buddy's Experience
Dining at Buddy’s is more than just a meal—it’s an experience rooted in Detroit tradition. From the first bite of our legendary 8-square Detroit-Style pizza to the welcoming, laid-back atmosphere, every visit feels like home. Whether you’re sharing a meal with family, catching up with friends, or soaking in the local history on our walls, Buddy’s brings people together over great food and even better company.
Home of The Original Detroit-Style Pizza Since 1946
How It All
Started
In 1946, Detroit-Style Pizza was born at Buddy’s Rendezvous Pizzeria on Six Mile and Conant street on Detroit’s eastside. What makes a pizza Detroit-Style? The same things that made Detroit – a little bit of ingenuity, some stubborn spirit and a whole lot of heart. It’s what sparked an original idea 79 years ago to take a steel auto pan, create a one of a kind square pie and make Buddy’s the originators of Detroit-Style Pizza.
What is
Detroit-Style
Pizza?
It starts with our dough, made in-house daily and double-stretched to create the light and airy crust that’s made us famous. Next is our forged-steel square pans, aged and seasoned to give our pies a one of a kind flavor and character and a crispy, extra thick crust with crunch in every bite. Finally, it’s our special Wisconsin brick cheese and fresh, real ingredients. And no shortcuts along the way. Same as we’ve always done it since we started. Hand-built from the bottom up; dough, cheese and sauce on top.
Paying It Forward In Our Hometown
We have a deep love for our hometown and a strong commitment to giving back. From feeding those in need through the Capuchin Soup Kitchen to providing sustainable “Buddy Bones” for our furry friends and supporting other local causes, we believe in paying it forward and making a lasting impact beyond pizza.
Thanks to the generosity of our staff and guests, we’re honored to have received the Michigan Restaurant Neighbor Award multiple times.