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Sonny's BBQ

3.6 (227 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Mike S.

We sat at the bar and we're served right away. We had a brisket, wings and BBQ ribs basket and it was delicious. Very clean establishment with plenty of tables and rooms for service. Good selection of beers, both national and local.

Todd D.

Sonny's BBQ 150 Sheriff Dr., Melbourne, FL 32940 .5 Stars (Chain restaurant review) ***SWILL ALERT*** When the name of Sonny's BBQ blinked back at me from my random name generator I was filled with a sense of anticipation. According to the internet, they were founded right here in the Sunshine State by Floyd "Sunny" Tillman in 1968, with the first location being in Gainesville. Bob Yarmuth purchased the company in 1991 and continues as owner and CEO today. As of 2016, they have 113 locations across eight Southeastern states and are headquartered in Maitland, FL. So, while this may be a regional chain, it's still a local joint and I love patronizing local businesses. My service pro for the day was Melva and she is outstanding. I ordered a Sonny's Sampler with all the meats (I know you said that in the Arby's commercial voice) along with sides of slaw and baked beans and one Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwich with a side of Tater Tots. I sat back and relaxed while Melva ran my order back (not literally, but she did hustle). I noticed how clean, neat and well-lit the place was. It really was nice to sit inside and I was sure, with 113 locations, the food was going to be at least above average. I have to stop looking ahead like this as I was so incredibly wrong about this place. Melva was soon seen bringing my order over so I prepared myself for the task at hand. Everything smelled as it should and who doesn't love the smell of BBQ? I was actually salivating just a bit when I put the first bite of pulled pork from Sonny's Sampler. The meat was slimy; in fact, it all was. The only way you get slimy meat is if it is frozen and reheated in the microwave. They served a fulsome amount, but if it isn't edible, is it a good value for the money? I did not try the sliced brisket, chicken, or ribs, as the pulled pork was enough slime for the day. I took a taste of the slaw and found it to be your average run-of-the-mill food service bottom-of-the-barrel industrial strength slop I wouldn't offer to a dog if I had one. The beans were overcooked and had the consistency of soft-serve ice cream. Forcing myself to continue the job at hand, I grabbed the Brisket Grilled Cheese and took a sample bite. This was, to quote the menu, "a cheesy blend of chopped brisket, queso and shredded cheddar, topped with sliced cheddar and served on garlic bread." Now, if that doesn't sound tasty as all get out, I'm a monkey's uncle. I am sure it would have been had it been cooked properly. As overdone as it was, it was hard to tell exactly what it was supposed to be other than old shoe leather. The Big Boy says, "I didn't think there could be worse BBQ than BB Rads, but this swill is not fit for human consumption, animal consumption, or any other life form for that matter!"

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Daniel J.

Laid back and slightly quiet today in restaurant. But seems there are pretty busy with orders for pick up. They took a while to get us seated. But I'm here bc of the smoked wings and crinkle fries

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Eric O.

Wednesday night . Sat at bar. I had the Sonny's Sampler. Started with a side salad. Then the main course, 1/4 white chicken, excellent. Sliced brisket, very good. Sliced pork, a little fatty but good . Green beans very good . Bartender, pretty girl with black hair , did a great job .

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How does a BBQ place run of ribs this is the biggest waste of my time definitely will not return to this location again.

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When I want to feel all warm and fuzzy inside, I come to Sonny's! awesome food, awesome service!

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6 years ago

Like usual the meat was excellent tasty but the beans were off a little all in all considering our current conditions they did well

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best mac and cheese on earth. i also get the grilled chicken sandwich with mayo mmmmmm

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Y'all. I grew up on Woody's in Broward. It is my blueprint for barbecue. We've been languishing…read moredown here ever since they closed like twenty years ago, but imagine my delight when I found out there was one in Melbourne! We've been having family drive big takeout orders down here from this location whenever they visit and it is just as good as I remember. The ribs are fall off the bone tender, and the barbecue sauce is the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and smoky. The cornbread is soft and sweet, the toast is buttery and thick, the coleslaw is chopped small and not too wet or too celery heavy. And the BEANS. I love these baked beans. They have pieces of pork in them and are perfect. I could eat an order of just beans and be happy. I've also recently discovered their sausages, which pair so well with the spicy barbecue. Their coconut cream pie and chocolate pie are delightful too. I've never eaten in here so I can't speak to the actual restaurant experience. That being said, the staff do go out of their way to pack the orders in the catering trays when they hear we're taking it long distance. We have sometimes had issues with pieces of the order getting left out, but they've always been very good about making it up to us. I have no good pictures of the food because I inhale it the second it arrives. Trust my one rib photo and twenty years of loyalty to the Woody's name and give them a try!

So very thankful for WOODY'S! Just a year here in the 321 and we have been a bit depressed about…read morethe food landscape-haven't found decent Mexican or Greek food ANYWHERE yet, but this BBQ was a hit after 1 visit, though my hubby came here REGULARLY nearly 35 years ago when he was a hungry rowing coach in college. These days.....I'm most impressed by mom and pop places that can DELIVER VALUE and QUALITY. It's getting harder to make those eating out decisions. Support the local places that are grinding day in and day out to earn your dollar. Woody's has an ENORMOUS menu with just about anything (baby back ribs and half chicken and sweet potatoes are STANDOUTS) and the prices are EXTREMELY fair for this economy. Clean and cozy restaurant, not loud, clean bathrooms, too. No need to look ANYWHERE else for BBQ.

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This is a hidden gem in the true sense. Off the beaten path in the heart of historical Melbourne…read moreFL. I really loved this place. For one the food is really good bar food. Nothing special as far as the selections. We ordered loaded nachos and a chicken wing basket. Both were well executed with fresh ingredients. Even the cheese on the nachos tasted fresh. There is inside and outside seating on the deck in front. Inside there is a full bar with great craft beer options. And they have a juke box. When we got there late a Saturday night the band was packing up, so they have live music as well. Loved the food and service here!

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