About

The first Bud’s Broiler was opened in 1952 off of the corner of Airline Hwy and Cleary Ave. in Metairie, Louisiana by Bud Saunders. There are 3 locations in the New Orleans area, and all are bound by the same common theme “High Quality Meat and Glowing Charcoal Make the Difference“.

From its inception to the current day, Bud’s Broiler has prepared their food in a unique way – using genuine charcoal to broil everything they cook.  This simple and traditional style of cooking gives their food an especially flavorful taste which is seldom found anywhere else.

Also unique to Bud’s Broiler is their hot dogs and hickory smoked sauce.  The charcoal broiled hot dogs are sliced into three sections and served on a toasted bun just like the hamburgers.  The hickory smoked sauce is prepared from a secret recipe and could rival just about any good BBQ sauce.  Do not be  surprised if you find yourself getting attached to their food; Bud’s Broiler could be the very reason so many people live in New Orleans!

“I’d like a Number 7, no onions.”  If that statement does not make much sense to you, then you are probably not familiar with the Bud’s Broiler menu.  Die hard fans of Bud’s Broiler can recite the menu from memory and tell you which number belongs to which item.  If you are not a long term Bud’s Broiler enthusiast, you might want to study the menu yourself to have an idea of how things are numbered (and to help you place an order!).

Bud’s Broiler is considered a New Orleans institution, embodying an “old school” approach to burgers. The brand has endured for decades, known for its simple, charcoal-broiled burgers and fresh shredded cheddar cheese. In summary, Bud’s Broiler has a rich history as a New Orleans original, known for its signature charcoal-broiled burgers and simple, no-frills approach.