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Big Bun

5816 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709
(208) 375-5361
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Ranked #229 of 439 restaurants in Boise
3.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
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Boise, Idaho
2 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

When I got home with my order and opened the chicken strips for my grandson, I couldn't believe my eyes. The half-dollar sized pieces were the epitome of "parts is parts." Don't know how they serve this stuff straight faced. Carl's Jr, here I come, even if I have to drive a lot farther--I know the chicken is fresh and... More

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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012 via mobile

I have been going here for years. Everytime I pull up for services their always kind and helpful. Their food has always been great. They have the best scotch n soda. I remember from my younger days. Everytime I am in this area I make it a point to eat here.

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Boise, Idaho
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

This little drive-in has the most awesome menu. If they don't serve it, it doesn't exist. The have the biggest and best fish sandwich in the world, at least my world. Tater tots are wonderful and the portion sizes huge and prices great. The best fast food you'll ever find.

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Boise, Idaho
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

Not just your run of the mill drive-in. A while ago, I went on a milkshake rating sabbatical and a raving online review led me here. Their Boston milkshakes are heaven on earth & provide a fantastic variety. These milkshakes rank top of my entire list of 25+ venues for their shakes & to top it off, the atmosphere is... More

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Boise, Idaho
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

The food is now high priced and sub par! The manager was a jerk and the food was cold, small portions and nothing like it used to be. The gems were cold and flavorless and the buns on the burgers were dry and too big. I won't be returning.

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2011

I remember someone raving about the finger steaks years ago. I tried them tonight. They were horrible! I got 3 grisly overbreaded finger steaks for and order that was $6.00. They consisted of mostly nothing but breading. They were gross! I will not go back again. First time and last time customer. The only good thing I can say is... More

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Boise, Idaho
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2011

Ordered from a year old menu. Picked up food only to find that the total for the Order was about $10 dollars MORE than I thought it would be. Asked for a new menu and the staff actually offered me a menu WITHOUT prices on it. They no longer offer to-go menus with prices on them and actually seemed suprised... More

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Boise, Idaho
2 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2011

A family member and I picked up cheeseburgers and fries to take home to eat. It was all bun with a puny meat patty. Couldn't believe it--had to take the bun off to see just what was(n't) there! For 25 years I'd been a fan. Not anymore. Called to speak to the manager and after interminable time waiting someone hung... More

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Boise, Idaho
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2011

When Big Bun was sold to new owners, I was suspicious of their claim that they wouldn't change anything at Big Bun. Not only have they dropped some of the unique menu items (pork chop sandwich), they've made portions smaller, reduced the quality and significantly upped the pricing. Last night was my final trip to this joint. We used to... More

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Boise, Idaho
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2010

What was once the best burgers in Boise has changed, It must be new owners. Service is marginal, food mediocre. McDonalds is just down the street and better.

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