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Western
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
Food truck with a fully vegan menu featuring cheese steaks, mozzarella sticks, and fries. Located in a food truck pod. Relocated from 5235 NE Sandy Blvd. Confirmed closed January 2024.
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 04 Feb 2024 by Guest
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Added by ginaterrito on 26 Jun 2021
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23 Reviews
First Review by ginaterrito
pastalavista
Points +62
Buddy’s is great! - Edit
Every time I get food here it is amazing. You can’t go wrong. I mean mozzarella sticks! Fries with Ol’ Bay! Fully loaded Philly Cheesesteaks! Go you won’t regret it!
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pizzybot
Points +755
Loved it - Edit
We managed to order lunch from Buddy's on the day before their very last day open. (Their last day will be 9/17/23.) We had the classic cheesesteak with cheese whiz, the chicken cheesesteak with provolone whiz and banana peppers, the mozzarella sticks, and the fries with old bay and ranch. The two of us enjoyed half of the food for lunch and saved the other half for dinner since the portions were so generous. We loved the classic cheesesteak the most, but everything was excellent. I am so sad this place is closing and we won't get to eat this great food again!
Read morePros: Excellent food, Generous portions
Cons: Their last day is 9/17/23
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SarahS88
Points +2270
Fav meal in Portland - Edit
We loved this place! Chicken bbq cheesesteak and mozzarella sticks were delish! Staff couldn’t have been kinder! Loved it! Will come back here again a heartbeat!
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briansteadham
Points +40
great philly sandwiches, and best mozz sticks - Edit
I'm an east coast kid and miss east coast sandwiches all of the time, since going vegan that void became even larger, but Buddy's Steaks fills that void 100%, good peeps, great food, and don't miss out on the dingers delis hoagies and to die for mozzarella sticks!!!
Read morethanks y'all for the banging food!!!😄
Pros: chix steak , mozzarella sticks, dingers hoagies
Cons: nothing, everything is awesome
Guest
RebeccaSullivan
Points +3995
Wanted to Love it More - Edit
I had been eyeing this place since last August when I first came to Portland. This was my third time here since then and I was so excited to try them this time. Unfortunately, I was underwhelmed. We ordered a classic cheesesteak, dingers Italian hoagie, fries with cheese on the side, and mozzarella sticks. We all agreed that nothing blew us away. The cheesesteak was good but nothing out of this world. The cheese sauce on the steak was also cold which was a little strange. The flavor of the cheese sauce was great, however. The cheese fries were greasy but probably the best part of the meal. The mozzarella sticks were good but lacked flavor. I thought the Italian hoagie was just okay but my sister really loved it. Glad I got to try them finally but wouldn’t feel the need to return.
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dorothea13
Points +360
Very good! Mozz sticks too! - Edit
Some of the best vegan cheesesteaks I’ve had, AND very good vegan mozzarella sticks.
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Ladah
Points +393
Possibly the best food in Portland - Edit
I told my husband if I'm ever on death row, I want my final meal to be Buddy's Cheese steak sandwich with cheesy fries and a good beer. One of the few places I'll drive all the way from Hillsboro for. And to top it off they're really nice and there's a little beer hut to get a beer with your food. OMG. Can I please be a silent investor in this place? That cheese sauce is liquid gold.
Read morePros: All vegan, Friendly, Orgasmic food
Cons: Too far away from me
Guest
AngelesZen
Points +121
Mozz sticks and fries - Edit
Best vegan mozzarella sticks I’ve had! So many perfectly seasoned and crispy fries. Cheesesteak I got was a bit greasy.
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andyjng
Points +5323
How is this Possible? - Edit
Holy Plant! You're telling me that I can have a vegan Philly Cheesesteak and have it be absolutely amazing?
Read moreYou're out of your damn liberty bell mind! Yet somehow, Buddy here has managed to create a cheesesteak that is finger lickin', non-dairy cheesin' bangin' that turned out to be one of the highlights in my PDX eats.
We ordered a regular cheesesteak but you could also go with their "chicken" option as well. Each cheesesteak is topped with plant-based meat, sautéed onions, and their cashew cheese sauce. You can also opt for a non-cashew option if you have a nut allergy.
First bite fresh off the oven - WOW. What on earth was I eating?! The plant-based meat was delicious and the Philly flavors were all there for me.
Not sure how they made their cheddar cheez but it is on point. Maybe it's just a load of nutritional yeast in their cashew sauce, but either way, it looked and resembled like cheddar and the gooeyness of it all permeated the entire toasted sandwich.
Buddy - you did it. I am in love with this cheesesteak. Whether you're a long-time vegan or trying to dabble into a more plant based lifestyle, this will prove that you don't need to sacrifice flavor for your health or the animals (though let's be real, this is vegan junk food at it's finest lol).
Pros: Excellent food, Quick service
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Atp146
Points +290
Amazing food and wonderful service - Edit
The food is sooooo good. Like I mean soooo good. We got the chili cheese steak with the classic cheese and added peppers. Amazing! Also the mozzarella sticks are probably the best ones I’ve ever had! Also everyone who works here seems genuinely happy to be here and that makes it all the better. Everyone is super helpful and kind
Read morePros: Delicious
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EthanMills
Points +76
Delicious mozzarella sticks - Edit
Fast and friendly staff delivered delicious mozzarella sticks and tasty cheesesteak. We added mushrooms and were able to share one order of cheesesteak and mozzarella sticks between 2 people and it was a perfect size. Super cute little spot in the rose city food park as well. Overall great comfort food.
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Veganeggs&ham
Points +24
Awesome vegan cheesesteaks - Edit
Love this place!
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SassyFinger
Points +484
Don’t I love my kale salads - Edit
Quick lunch at Buddy’s Steaks food truck. Delicious salad dressing and decent size salad. Very friendly service, I felt welcome right away.
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OperationChowhound
Points +7246
Whiz in My Mouth - Edit
I ordered the Chicken Cheesesteak with sautéed onions and classic cheese whiz on a soft Italian hoagie roll. I would have preferred melted cheese instead of whiz, but that's just personal preference.
Read morePros: all vegan, outdoor seating, reusable baskets
Guest
arenoodlesanadventure
Points +33
Cheesesteak eggrolls 🤤 - Edit
Vegan cheesesteak eggrolls, you guys. The food here is crazy-good. Definitely not food I’d eat if I’m wanting to feel healthy, but sooo worth it. Owner is awesome.
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Izzymarie
Points +60
Great food! - Edit
The sandwiches here are amazing. My only complaint is I wish they came with veggies. It is expensive to add veggies.
Read morePros: Delicious
Cons: A little pricey
Guest
val4vegan
Points +126
Addictive! - Edit
I never was a big cheese steak person years ago when I did eat meat so I wasn't really driven to try the vegan version...BUT when I did they blew my mind! So incredibly good. I couldn't stop thinking about the sandwich I tried all week... I had the cheese steak with mushrooms and provolone. Such a messy fabulous meal...
Read moreThe following weekend I made sure to go again.
Great food!
Pros: Huge portion, Great flavor, Great people working the food cart
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philc
Points +80
Friendly owners, excellent food - Edit
We sometimes make up excuses to go out just so we can sit and eat mozzarella sticks from Buddy's. The Philly cheesesteaks are big enough to split, and will not disappoint
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KaitlinBaumgarten
Points +760
Mozzerella Sticks were “fire” - Edit
I haven’t had mozzarella sticks as a vegan, and I was really excited to try them out! They weren’t stretchy, but the flavor was amazing😄
Read morePros: Vegan spot, Tasty
Cons: Speedy
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lunar.herbivore
Points +162
I dream of these steaks - Edit
I literally dream and drool thinking about when I’ll get some of Buddy’s food again. Absolutely incredible. I am blown away by how delicious and satisfying every thing I’ve had from there is. They make mouthwatering mozzarella sticks and crispy crunchy delicious fries. I could go on and on… one last thing: Just don’t sleep on this. Get it. Get it today. Get it now.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-09-04
Pros: Delicious cheez whiz, Open on Monday!
Cons: Not open on Tuesday!
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Passittowill
Points +3371
Amazing - Edit
I’ve had some pretty terrible vegan cheesesteaks so I came with low expectations, but I am so happy I was set straight here. Perfectly sliced flavorful meat and perfect house made cheese. Mozzi sticks were fantastic as well. Great breading. My only critique is they should really add more cheese. We ordered extra cheese and it’s still a very small amount for a cheesesteak imo. I would gladly eat here every day. Highly recommend.
Read morePros: Vegan, Great food, Great staff
Cons: Needs more cheese
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dm210126
Points +87
I'll be back! - Edit
Read a review in Willamette Week and put in my order early the next day. Did not disappoint! Really tasty sandwiches and enormous. Every bite is filled with flavor. And the french fries are just magical!
Read morePros: Love it when the entire menu is vegan!
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ginaterrito
Points +425
Super tasty - Edit
Had to come try this new food truck! Got the cheese steaks with cheddar, mozzarella sticks and bucket of fries. Loved everything!
Read morePros: All vegan
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