We ordered Sonny's barbecue through the drive-through and brought it home to eat. I had the beef brisket and mac & cheese, and it was very tasty. My wife and daughter really enjoyed their chicken fingers, beans, and cornbread. Sweet tea was very good too. Everything was good overall, except the french fries they got a little soggy in the container. I want to give a shout out to Emilio who was at the drive through window. He gave us really good service, he was very friendly, pleasant, and accommodating. His positive attitude, definitely stood out and made the experience better. read more

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Takeout for a party of 10. Super friendly and efficient service. Large selection of bbq, sides, and excellent corn bread. We got pulled pork, sliced and chopped brisket, pulled chicken, mac & cheese, cole slaw, and cornbread. We made our own beans to keep them vegetarian. Definitely will be back! read more

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I've been a customer of Sonny's since the 70's. Starke was the first location I went to. This location is very clean and had excellent service. Typical barbecue but enjoyed it nevertheless. read more

3.5 This is such a hard place to review. Over all, this is a good place for food. Sometimes service is a little slow. Sometimes we don't get everything we have ordered in our take our bags. Sometimes we get charged for items we didn't order. Maybe that is why it is not a go to place for food. Then after a while, we go a few times a month again till we start seeing the discrepancies again. 15.08.2025 read more

Sonny's BBQ - Pulled Pork Sandwich 19.02.2025 - Barbeque Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

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Sonny's is always good for quick BBQ. It's casual and convenient to get to. The service is always great. We ordered the Turkey "big deal" and the Pick 2 combo. You get a ton of food as well. Tons of TVs to watch the football games. read more

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Had a great dinner with hubby and our twin Grandsons. Food was and service was wonderful as usual when we come here. Enjoyed the 4 meat combo which is always more than enough for me to eat 3 times off. Grandsons had the BBQ grilled chicken sandwich with chipotle bacon and sauce and the BBQ cheese burger with chipotle bacon and sauce. Dining area was clean and comfortable. Great place for lunch or dinner with good BBQ. read more

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I've been to Sonny's many times. I went last week and the food wasn't as good as it was. The portions were smaller than usual and prices were much higher. The service was slower than usual. read more

We love Sonny's BBQ - but most of all we love the hospitality we receive from our waitress, DANIELLE- very respectful, positive, always attentive to your needs - you will never regret asking for her to serve your table- honestly she is the reason we eat at this location weekly- Thank you Sonny's for the positive experience and best wait staff! God bless Sonny's and God bless Danielle!! read more

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The inconsistency in the food quality is very hit or miss with takeout. A pulled pork dinner had 3/4 black burndt ends but it was mostly burnt skin. There was very little edible meat. The baked beans were skimpy and the sweet potato was ok. The garlic bread was unremarkable at best. I was so disgusted. When I eat in the restaurant the quality is decent. And when I get takeaway I go inside to order. But I can't see it before I get home. Save yourself some money and skip Sonny! read more

Most BBQ restaurants have previously cooked meats warmed up and taste leftover. Sonnys taste like it just came off the pit smoker. Premium meats, great sides, and the best service for a one $ price. Roomy, clean, rustic clutch. Finally tried the place and will be back every week! read more

Had dinner here last Friday night. Our server seemed new but was very attentive, I think her name was Christina. I had the Turkey Big Deal and my hubby had the Baby back Ribs. Everything tasted fresh and we both loved the green beans & garlic toast. Thank you Sonny's for an enjoyable meal and hiring great staff!! read more

We always have to stop at a Sonny's whenever we are in Florida. We enjoy the ribs and brisket usually. This time we had sliced pork instead of pulled pork. The pulled pork is usually better as the slices were too thin. A thicker slice would be better. The sides are always good. We had beans, sweet potato, and a side salad. The unlimited sweet tea is also a great choice. read more

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Good good, in my opinion it's the best BBQ spot east of the Mississippi. Being from the midwest I know good BBQ and this is the closest. You get a decent amount of food and plenty of sides. My favorite is the St Louis ribs, with the sweet sauce. Garlic toast, baked beans and the sweet potato. My wife quarter chicken, brisket and baked beans. She had the muffin which she says is delicious. The customer service was pretty good and the restaurant looks pretty clean and it didn't take long to receive our food. read more

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The food is great however, the service has been disappointing. I've visited this location several times and each time I've experienced issues such as being short changed or finding that part of my order was missing. read more

I like Sonny's, I do, but it's just not 5 stars. Smells amazing, and usually very good, but they are often stingy on the sliced pork serving ... and this location never seems to offer all you can eat option to get more. Service is usually okay plus with cute country gals, but the welcome at the front door is usually awkward and unwelcoming. read more

My husband and I rarely go out to eat. We transport rescue dogs and decided to stop at Sonny's. We were started quickly for a Saturday night. Our server was great but it was so freaking cold in there that my husband was shaking and his teeth were chattering. He was wearing long pants and long sleeves. The table next to us also complained about the cold. When our food came, neither of us could enjoy it, so we packed it up and left. It was just so disappointing because we never go out to eat and when we did, we couldn't eat it. $60 wasted. If you decide to go to this location, wear a parka and gloves and maybe a hat. read more

Terrible food. Took takeout for 4 adults and 2 children. My 4 meat combo was full of grease and fat. White meat chicken was only thing not fatty. Wife got a salad with what was supposed to be chopped brisket , what she got was two blobs of fat and grizzle that should have been thrown out when person cooking the meat trimmed it. Childrens grilled cheese was literally one slice of American cheese on toast. Children chicken fingers was two pieces and ten French fries. Also was missing several sides that should have been with adult meals. Note I have eaten at Sonny's BBQ in Spring Hill several times and quality and volume was so much better. Will not order from the Bradenton one again. read more

Our first order from Sonny's was a great. The chicken and turkey are delicious, juicy and just the right amount of smoke flavor. The cornbread was really good, actually some of the best we've had, moist and full of corn flavor with a hint of sweetness. read more

SONNYS RIBS corporate has somehow managed dropped the ball again. Increased prices, ended the salad bar, cut all portion sizes, petite size baby back ribs. Now they have the honor of THE WORST COLESLAW of any bbq restaurant. They changed to a cheaper, very course cut cabbage, which my experience it had an odd aftertaste. Almost a metallic flavor. Server confirmed that many customers were not liking it either. GOOD JOB SONNYS, again......NOT! read more

Great food until I see my 10, 8 and 6 year old pulling out plastic in the pulled pork out of their mouth and meat. A lot of plastic from the meat. Told and showed the manager and got the food replaced. Concerning so please be aware and always check your children's food thoroughly because I overlooked the food thinking we come here all the time it should be fine ‍ read more

Whitney always gives us the best service, always friendly and attentive Food was great.

I had the pulled pork with there sweet sauce on the garlic bread and I put coleslaw on the pork , oh my gosh it was so yummy

Food was great, nice portions! Had one problem their credit card computer would not work. I had placed my order and waited for some time. Myself and another gentleman were waiting. The manager came out and gave us our orders. I had no cash. I thought the manager said come back and pay later. I went back the next day to pay for my food which again was great. I walked in and the cashier recognized me and said our friend came back. I told them I was there to pay for my food from yesterday. The manager said you don't have to pay for that order, I just asked you to come visit us again. So I ordered more food paid for it and enjoyed that Order also. Yes I recommend Sonny's! read more

Whitney was great!!!Awesome meal awesome service!!! Fast and friendly service, very professional and personal we will be back again soon

Had a pretty nice experience here. Good food and good service and enjoyed some seasonal offerings. However the music was playing too loud and I couldn't hear conversation. I like the music type but needs to be half volume. I'll think twice about driving extra for annoying ambiance read more

I love Sonny's. I only get to go when visiting Florida, so it is always a treat. My favorite is either pulled or sliced pork. They also have great chopped brisket. The coleslaw is second to none. I like their garlic toast better then their corn bread. They have fried okra and corn nuggets as appetizers--outstanding! read more

Sonny's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

Melissa at Sonny's off SR 64 in Bradenton was very pleasant and attentive on our visit Monday July 7th. Thank you so much!

The food was delicious and served by a nice friendly fast attentive server named Melissa.

The food is amazing and Melissa was wonderful!! We love Sonny's!! Wish we still had the one in Venice!!

Meat was so fatty. My husband had the sampler. I had pulled pork. It was so bad that we couldn't eat it at all. Used to be our go to restaurant. No more. read more

Melissa, did an excellent job, greeted us right away and gave great suggestions for dinner!

Stopped in here for the first time. Pulled chicken sandwiches, baked sweet potato and tots all fantastic. Service from Whitney was excellent! read more

Staff and especially Trina was a wonderful waitress with a great personality for this midday lunch break. Atmosphere was very clean and pleasant. Brisket was at the right temp and a mild smoke flavor. Wonderful lunch. read more

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Our food was delicious, and the service was awesome! We have had Whitney as our server a couple times & she is great! We enjoy eating here, it's always clean and the atmosphere is great! read more

On 08-03-2025 I ate at the Sonny's restaurant at 631 67th St Cir E in Bradenton, FL. This is a family-style BBQ restaurant with a very comfortable and welcoming ambiance. I arrived for dinner and was promptly seated. I had their Big Deal Turkey on a bun with fries, a side order of baked beans, and an unsweet tea. My food arrived in a timely manner and was cooked properly. It came exactly as I ordered it and was very tasty. A variety of sauces were available, and I selected the Sweet sauce. My server during my visit was Danielle. She was very efficient, kept my tea glass filled, and responded to any and all requests I had. I have had Danielle for a server several times before, and I consistently receive superior service from her. She is always friendly and courteous and takes a genuine interest in her customers, making sure that they have a positive dining experience. She is a credit and an asset to the business. I recommend this restaurant and will be returning there again to eat. read more

Best BBQ ever! Ribs are so tender they fall off the bone. Amazing taste and great service. We will definitely be back for more.

Food was really good. 4 choices of BBQ sauce. Casual environment. Football was on the TVs. I love fried okra and my spouse has been eating at Sonny's in different locations for decades. Yum! read more

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Not good bbq at all. Wouldn't waste my money here. Not a good representation of American bbq at all. I hand the 3 meat or the sampler to get an understanding of what they were good at. Most bbq places do one or two meats really well while the others are decent. The Ribs were mostly bone with very little meat. The meat that I could fine was dry and chewy. The chicken(dark meat) was similar to the ribs. Very little meat. There meat wasn't smoked or had a Smokey color or flavor. It tasted like baked chicken not bbq. Brisket was probably the most decent item of the dish. Definitely have had worse. I would go back for it but it's 3 stars. Pork slices. Not even sure what this was. It was like deli slices of meat. Pork is traditionally chopped or pulled. I can't even rate it as I am not sure what it was suppose to be. Whatever it was it wasn't bbq. I would asked for chopped or pulled if you ever get it. Sides were good. I had the bbq beans and coleslaw. I visited btw 5/7 pm so it wasn't like the end of the day. read more

Rude and inept. Ordered 3 bbq dinners through GrubHub and all I got was some garlic bread and ears of corn. Called the restaurant and spoke to a very rude manager who blew me off telling me she personally bagged the order so she doesn't know what to tell me but call the driver. (Which I already did). The receipt on the bag was correct but a box of bread and corn doesn't amount to $60/ 3 bbq dinners. Bad enough I didn't get my food but not even so much as an apology. So the Sonny's manager thinks the driver drove to a different Sonny's between there and my house (which doesn't exist) bought corn and bread to give me and kept my food? And then she admitted the drover only picked up one order (mine). read more

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My husband is the president of the men's golf league in River Isles! They used Sonny's for a catered lunch event. All the golfers loved it! Thank you for the wonderful experience. Men just love their Bar-B-Que . read more