The Buddy’s BBQ Menu tells the story of a Tennessee favorite that’s been firing up smokers since 1972. Founded by Buddy Smothers in Knoxville, Buddy’s BBQ began as a small roadside joint with one mission — to serve real pit-smoked barbecue made from scratch every day. In the long run, its reputation for tender pulled pork, slow-smoked ribs, and that unmistakable smoky aroma spread across East Tennessee, leading to multiple locations and a loyal fan base.
As the restaurant grew, so did the Buddy’s BBQ Menu, introducing comfort sides, hearty sandwiches, and even a few hush-hush additions that only insiders know about — yes, Buddy’s has a secret menu worth exploring.
Yet, amid all the new favorites, one thing never changed: Buddy’s original hickory-smoked pulled pork plate remains the soul of the restaurant — a timeless classic that still keeps locals coming back for more.
Buddy’s BBQ Menu (Full Update Menu 2026)
DINNERS
Item
Note
Price
Pork (pulled)
Served with hushpuppies and your choice of 2 sides (add bun 50¢)
$10.49
Half Chicken
Served with hushpuppies and your choice of 2 sides (add bun 50¢)
$11.99
Chicken (pulled)
Served with hushpuppies and your choice of 2 sides (add bun 50¢)
$12.99
Ribs
Served with hushpuppies and your choice of 2 sides (add bun 50¢)
$15.99
Wings (6)
Served with hushpuppies and your choice of 2 sides (add bun 50¢)
$13.99
Beef Brisket
Served with hushpuppies and your choice of 2 sides (add bun 50¢)
$15.99
Ham or Turkey
Served with hushpuppies and your choice of 2 sides (add bun 50¢)
$11.49
BUDDY’S TRIO
Pork, Chicken, & Ribs
$15.99
Substitute for beef
—
$2.00
HAWG BACKS
Item
Note
Price
Pork (pulled)
Large Baked Potato or Stack of French Fries
$7.99
Chicken (pulled)
Large Baked Potato or Stack of French Fries
$8.99
Chili & Cheese
Large Baked Potato or Stack of French Fries
$8.49
Butter & Sour Cream
Large Baked Potato or Stack of French Fries
$5.99
Beef Brisket
Large Baked Potato or Stack of French Fries
$10.99
Ham or Turkey
Large Baked Potato or Stack of French Fries
$8.49
COMBO MEALS
Item
Note
Price
#1 PORK SANDWICH COMBO
Served with a Regular Side Item & a Regular Fountain Drink
$9.49
Sandwich Only (Reg.)
—
$4.99
Sandwich Only (Lrg.)
—
$5.69
#2 CHICKEN SANDWICH COMBO
Served with a Regular Side Item & a Regular Fountain Drink
$10.49
Sandwich Only (Reg.)
—
$5.49
Sandwich Only (Lrg.)
—
$6.19
#3 BEEF BRISKET SANDWICH COMBO
Served with a Regular Side Item & a Regular Fountain Drink
$12.99
Sandwich Only (Reg.)
—
$8.99
Sandwich Only (Lrg.)
—
$10.49
#4 HAM OR TURKEY SANDWICH COMBO
Served with a Regular Side Item & a Regular Fountain Drink
$9.99
Sandwich Only (Reg.)
—
$5.49
Sandwich Only (Lrg.)
—
$5.99
#5 SMOKY WINGS (6) COMBO
Served with a Regular Side Item & a Regular Fountain Drink
$12.99
4 Wings Only
—
$6.49
8 Wings Only
—
$12.99
16 Wings Only
—
$23.99
24 Wings Only
—
$34.99
#6 SMOKY DAWG COMBO
Served with a Regular Side Item & a Regular Fountain Drink
