Our Story

Our History

In 1957, Bud Brinkman opened the original Bud’s Chicken & Seafood in Palm Beach County. What began as a simple take‑out chicken stop has evolved into a local legend: hand‑breaded, freshly‑fried chicken and seafood served across South Florida.

Through the decades, Bud’s expanded, always keeping the same family‑owned, community‑driven heart. In 1976 the second location opened, and from there our local roots grew deeper. Today, the third generation of the Brinkman family proudly leads the company—continuing the tradition of fresh, never‑frozen chicken, wild‑caught cod fish meals, hand breaded Phosphate free shrimp, and halal‑certified chicken tenders.

Throughout Palm Beach County, Bud’s is known for our signature menu items:

The best Fish sandwich in town- Wild‑caught Alaskan cod, hand‑cut and breaded to order.
Hand‑breaded shrimp, phosphate free and sustainably sourced.
Fresh, never‑frozen bone‑in chicken, no antibiotics ever, no added hormones.
Certified halal chicken tenders, made with the same care and seasoning that built our reputation.

Even though our menu has grown, one thing never changed: our commitment to quality, service, and community. From quick‑serve lunch specials to family dinners and take‑out orders, Bud’s remains a favorite for “fried chicken near me”, “best fried fish sandwich Boynton Beach”, and “seafood dinner near me”.

As we head into our next chapter—seven locations strong—we invite you to explore our menu, visit us at one of our Palm Beach County locations, and taste the tradition for yourself.