Reviews - Buck's

American, Breakfast, Coffee

Reviews summary

Nestled in a charming small town, Buck's diner invites patrons to enjoy classic comfort food in a cozy atmosphere. While some diners have reported long waits and less-than-perfect dishes like cold fries and uninspiring burgers, many rave about the friendly service, generous portions, and exceptional breakfast options, including the beloved Greek omelet and cinnamon swirl French toast. The diner’s nostalgia, complemented by warm local hospitality and fascinating stories from long-time staff, make it a beloved spot for those seeking an affordable, homey meal. Overall, Buck’s remains a heartwarming destination for diners looking for a taste of traditional America.

Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 1861 reviews

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If you're craving some classic comfort food in a cozy small town setting, this is the spot for you. The morning shift waitresses are long-time locals with fascinating stories to share. The wall art featuring fish is just as impressive as the delicious dishes they serve. View all feedback.

What MenuPix User dislikes about Buck's:

Waited for an hour and still no food. The restaurant was busy, but not any busier than others in town. If you're hungry, it's best to bring a snack to eat while waiting for your meal. View all feedback.

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Google

Last update : 06.03.2025

2.2 ★ from 39 reviews
melissa-arenson-stor
06.03.2025

I absolutely love the downtown, Old City vibe this place had. The food was also very good, though a bit chintzy on the ingredients and shockingly expensive. My omelette had so little cheese I had to dig for it and my husband ordered a burger that didn't come with any sides. So he ordered fries without even considering that they would be $7. That is double the market price in my area. Not sure if that's common because this was the only place we ate out in the upper peninsula. But it did seem shockingly costly for frozen fries. The omelette only came with toast. However, everything we did order was amazing. I was just shocked at the bill. Service was fantastic! Service: Dine in Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: $10–20 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

dakota-schultz-1
06.03.2025

Alright so if I could give bucks a 0 star I would but its not possible, My father and I went in to get some breakfast and we sit down and we both order our omelets and I get the farmers omelet in which I ask for no mushrooms and a swap for bacon instead of ham and is a 3 egg omelets, then my dad gets a ham and cheese and his is two eggs with a side of sausage, so we are waiting and while waiting I get my orange juice but my dad doesn't and we didn't realize at first until later, and my dads coffee cup was empty for a while when they are supposed to make sure you have some, then when my food arrives I dont realize it right away but It HAS mushrooms when I'm ALLERGIC to mushrooms! my dad had to tell me after I ate half of it because they were sliced, very specifically said no mushrooms for that reason and they still messed up, then that's not it my dads omelets was significantly smaller even tho it's a 2 egg omelets and mine was 3, you can't tell me a 3 egg omelets is 3 times the size of a 2 egg omelets, when I have worked in a restaurant before and know, my dads sausage patties weren't cooked very good, they were cooked but not up to standard, and my dad asked for a small glass of orange juice which they also didn't get right and the price at the end for ultimately one person earing was 30 plus dollars cause they took my meal off cause they messed up, there is a lot wrong with this place and it's worth waiting a hour or whatever to go eat somewhere else, oh and my onions and peppers and stuff weren't even cooked at all so Dietary restrictions: don't care about allergies to foods or anything Service: Dine in Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: $20–30 Food: 1 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 2

raygan-moore
06.03.2025

Took us over 10 minutes to get notice in the restaurant and get menus. Yes, it was busy when we first entered, but two tables got menu and drinks and they walk in after us! Then it took another 15 -20 minutes to get our orders in and drinks (2 waters and 1 coffee). Food took another hour to an hour and fifteen minutes! Food was just okay but very over priced in my opinion. $12.50 for a burger and another $6 for just a small order of fries. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Food: 2 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 2

duke-esther-2
06.03.2025

To start off, the restaurant was only half full. It took us 25 minutes to be asked what drinks we want. Didn't get them until we were there for 35 minutes. It took over an hour to get our food, even though the orders were up well before then. The food was not particularly good and it was cold. The orders were also messed up. Also, it was over priced for not much food. I left hungry. Food: 2 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 1

matt-arenson
05.03.2025

Very good food and service, a little more pricey than I would have thought. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Burger

Restaurantji

Last update : 25.10.2024

4.5 ★ from 187 reviews
thomas-glass-glassma-3
25.10.2024

Awesome breakfast! Home town favorite.

larry-bowers-3
25.10.2024

Excellent breakfast

duke-esther
25.10.2024

To start off, the restaurant was only half full. It took us 25 minutes to be asked what drinks we want. Didn't get them until we were there for 35 minutes. It took over an hour to get our food, even though the orders were up well before then. The food was not particularly good and it was cold. The orders were also messed up. Also, it was over priced for not much food. I left hungry.

kira-kira-school523
25.10.2024

Food was delicious and our waitress was delightful ?

stacy-ray-1
25.10.2024

Third worst cheeseburger of my life was had here. As well as thee worst gyro I've ever had. I'll admit this was a couple of years ago so maybe there is a better cook now but I'm reluctant to go back at this point.

Menupix

Last update : 05.11.2023

3.3 ★ from 34 reviews
wiggie-sharon-andres
05.11.2023

I have been getting a fish fry from this restaurant almost every Friday for the past year and a half. I missed a couple of Fridays without even realizing that I was eligible for a senior citizen discount. No one had informed me, but I found out today and will now be sure to ask for my discount when ordering. This restaurant has the best fish fries in town, along with another place called the Crossroads. Trust me when I say that these are the two best spots for fish fries - the Crossroads and Bucks.

john-smith-elephant7
05.11.2023

ATE there in july. Good cept waitress was TERRIBLE. Had an attitude the momemt we sat down. She should take a personality course and learn to be a better waitress. At her age(old with short spikey hair) shes lucky to have a job!

jason-makinen
05.11.2023

It seems like the negative reviews are fake. Why would Bucks honor a $35 takeout coupon? I have never encountered a rude server, especially not one with spiky purple hair. The menu is straightforward, as long as you have decent vision. Ignore the haters and try the delicious food! I personally love the Greek omelet and highly recommend the cinnamon swirl French toast. The Finnish Limpu bread is also amazing.

iron-mountain-gallo
05.11.2023

Really terrible turkey dinner today. Wasted $20. Thank goodness the salad cranberries were good, as everything else wasn't.

menupix-user-enginee-12
05.11.2023

Waited for an hour and still no food. The restaurant was busy, but not any busier than others in town. If you're hungry, it's best to bring a snack to eat while waiting for your meal.

Int Restaurants

Last update : 17.07.2023

3.6 ★ from 752 reviews
rebekah-25
17.07.2023

When I think of comforting hometown food, Bucks comes to mind. They offer generous portions at affordable prices that leave you feeling more than satisfied. Their breakfast options are particularly fantastic, with HUGE omelettes and undoubtedly the best burgers in town. A special mention to Ron in the kitchen, who clearly takes pride in his work and you can taste the care and attention in every dish!

chris-556
17.07.2023

If you're craving some classic comfort food in a cozy small town setting, this is the spot for you. The morning shift waitresses are long-time locals with fascinating stories to share. The wall art featuring fish is just as impressive as the delicious dishes they serve.

patrick-240
17.07.2023

If you're looking for a fancy city restaurant, this is not the place for you. But if you want to feel like family and enjoy delicious, flawless meals at an affordable price, then Buck's is the perfect choice. I have never been disappointed and I never will be. It's a taste of traditional America.

paula-153
17.07.2023

Always happy with the portions, food and prices. Staff are very friendly as well. Been there for breakfast, lunches and dinner. All good

ron-148
17.07.2023

Stopped for breakfast on a busy day, but received excellent, friendly service with no waiting. Food always plentiful and great tasting.

Menu

Last update : 07.01.2023

2.8 ★ from 18 reviews
turcotte-candice
07.01.2023

Had a terrible error on a $35 togo order with no remedy by the business owners. Prices are expenses and food has become mediocre. Their fiah-fry used to be good, but tgete's no consistency on being able to get it. Portions were cut, prices went up.

trycia62
07.01.2023

Fair food. Lousy French fries cold and soggy. If you love hot crisp fries do not eat here. Good service just work on keeping those fries in the basket about 5 minutes longer.

melyna-pfeffer
07.01.2023

I get a fish fry from there almost every Friday for the last year and a half I missed a few not even know that I was entitled to a senioren rabatt nobody told me just read it today so from now on when I order I will rabat for my seniors asking they have the best fishing fries in the whole city there are only one other place that has good fishing fries and that is the two best fishing

adeyemo-onoriode
07.01.2023

Agree with John Smith above, spiked haired b**ch has no business being a waitress!

wolff-antoinette
07.01.2023

The meals have been excellent and the curbside service great! We will continue to give Bucks our business. We just had an awesome turkey dinner and their grilled whitefish is great too! Thank you Bucks!

Yelp
3.5 ★ from 28 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.3 ★ from 801 reviews

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