We stopped at Sonny's BBQ on Apopka-Vineland Road in Orlando, and we had a really great experience! When we walked in and I saw the restaurant, The host greeted us right away and got us seated very quickly. Our waitress, Fallon, was friendly and attentive. Since we already knew what we wanted, she took our drink and meal orders at the same time. We ordered sliced pork, macaroni and cheese, French fries, and garlic bread. Our food came out in about 10 minutes, which was impressive! And honestly, everything was absolutely delicious. My only complaint was that the French fries were a little undercooked. My husband and I split the meal, so by the time I remembered to take a picture, it definitely wasn't as pretty as it was when it first arrived at the table. But you'll get the idea! The restaurant was very clean, neat, and tidy, and the prices were reasonable. Overall, we really enjoyed our meal and the service. Definitely a place we'll be coming back to the next time we're in Orlando! read more

When a BBQ craving hits, Sonny's never disappoints. I ordered the brisket with tater tots, coleslaw, and cornbread, and everything hit the spot. The brisket was tender, smoky, and packed with flavor, the tater tots were perfectly crispy, the coleslaw added a nice refreshing crunch, and the cornbread was warm, buttery, and the perfect finishing touch. Service was friendly and efficient, the portions were generous, and the value is hard to beat. It's not fancy, but it's consistently good barbecue--and sometimes that's exactly what you're looking for. read more

Sonnys BBQ - Beef Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I ordered a half rack of smoked-flavored ribs to go for about $14 out the door. The order came with five ribs that were seasoned and sauced really well--the original BBQ sauce was flavorful and hit the spot. You can also ask for sauce packets of their other BBQ flavors if you want to try something different. The only downside was the portion size. For a half rack, five ribs felt a little small, especially for the price. The restaurant has a Texas Roadhouse-style atmosphere with an open layout, metal picnic-style chairs, and wooden tables that give it a casual BBQ vibe. Service was solid--the staff seemed experienced and kept things moving efficiently. Overall, the food was good and I'd come back, but the portions felt a bit light for the price. read more

Sonny's BBQ was... fine. Pretty much sums it up. I had the chopped brisket, which was a letdown. It lacked flavor, was pretty fatty, and just didn't land the way brisket should. That said, the portion size was solid...you definitely won't leave hungry. For sides, the mac and cheese was very basic, nothing bad but nothing memorable. The green beans were fine, good enough, but again not something I'd go back for. We started with the cheese curds, which were actually very good, but they came with a weird dipping sauce that doesn't do them any favors. I'd skip the sauce entirely. Overall, it was a pretty meh experience. If you're hungry and want a lot of food, Sonny's delivers on quantity. But if you're looking for really good BBQ or standout flavor, this probably isn't the spot. read more

Sonnys BBQ - Beef Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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I was here for a conference and found this place for dinner. I found it be a good bbq spot. Decent service, clean interior, parking out front. The food is as excellent. I would recommend it. read more

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Solid bbq. Pork needed sauce but the ribs were definitely legit! Service was quick and cost was reasonable.

My husband had never had food from this restaurant so we stopped by. Not sure if the waitress was having a bad day but she was extremely rude to us. Each time we asked her something she was rolling her eyes and you could see that she was irritated to have to take our order. Mind you we were very nice and said please we would like and thank you. She was completely unprofessional. This will be our first and last time here. She needs intensive customer service training. If she is not comfortable dealing with people then perhaps she should not be a waitress. read more

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Visited Sonny's for lunch during work today. Service was a little slow and the restaurant was not busy. I ordered a small sliced brisket sandwiches with baked beans and iced tea ($16.29) on a regular bun although they served it on garlic toast. Last time I visited the garlic toast was extremely salty but today it was just right. The brisket I ordered was lean and it was pretty perfect in every way. The baked beans were good but the sauce was overpowering so I probably won't order those again. Two critiques, I expect a barbeque restaurant to smell like barbeque...this one smelled of a strong cleaning chemical which was off putting. The second critique is that from the time we ordered to when the food was delivered to our table felt like a long time, especially for a restaurant where almost everything is pre-made. In fact, we were late returning to work. We will have to not go for lunch at this restaurant on a work lunch break. read more

Sonnys BBQ - Small lean brisket sandwich with baked beans - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Hosted at the front was miserable and rude. Waited for 20 minutes even though place was less than half empty. Most tables were dirty. Walked out in the end. read more

I ear here at least twice a week now. This is the most consistent of the Sonny's that I've been to. The candied bacon burger with a side is fantastic and probably the best deal on a burger that you'll find. Plus if I'm gonna tip 20% to eat out at least here I get an actual server to take my order and bring my food to me versus all these fast casual self help places that have added a tip screen. (Don't get me started on that trend) read more

Yes, this was my first time on Sonny's, they don't have really close to my house, so I always ended up going to 4 rivers. I should do an 2 but will give 3 and another chance in another location Ordered the Trio, brisket, pulled pork and ribs,but food arrived really cold and didn't have that smoky flavor. I know it's like a fast food place, but heard good about this place The table on the side called the manager and did complain with a lot of things, maybe I chose the wrong location? read more

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It has been wonderful to have a Sonny's BBQ closer to my home and right outside of Disney property. Sonny's has consistently tasty meats, delicious sides, and excellent sauces no matter if you are a tomato, vinegar, or mustard base fan. My usual go to is a Whole Hog sandwich, with pulled pork, sliced pork, and sausage, but with a promo today I tried the Pick of the Pit to give the brisket a try. The brisket was moist and juicy and pulled apart easily. The chicken is deliciously spiced with crispy skin and juicy meat. Drinks come in gigantic cups and are bottomless, so if you want a gallon of sweet tea to complete your southern feast, go right ahead. With excellent service and consistency in the plentiful and tasty portions, Sonny's is definitely a comfortable and trustworthy meal. read more

Sonnys BBQ - Create Your Own Bundle - 2 Meats - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Great food fast service must try the protein packs we had the half chicken and the turkey breast. So much food reasonably priced. We will definitely come back read more

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Worst baby back ribs ever. Server was not even sorry when told about the quality. $60 wasted. Never again, was a regular, not any more.

While Sonny's BBQ was a staple of my childhood, the current incarnation didn't quite live up to the memories. Service was fine although they were a little overwhelmed at times and the prices were affordable for the area with lots of great specials. Unfortunately the food is where things really fell flat. Fatty and greasy meat that left us with indigestion and incredibly bland sides. The sauce is great but doesn't cover up the shortcomings. I'll try it again at some point assuming I just had a bad plate - but I won't rush back. read more

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They really missed an opportunity when they remodeled this space into a Sonny's. I use the word "remodeled" loosely, because there really is no decor. I've been in warehouses with more ambiance. Perhaps that accounts for it being largely uninhabited on a Friday at lunch hour. That lack of customers didn't translate into attentive service, though. It was largely missing as well. I even went searching for our server at one point, and short of going into the kitchen did my best to locate anyone on duty. The cheese curd appetizer was not recognizable as cheese curds, but it was okay, more like conventional cheese battered and deep-fried. Certainly there was no hint of the dry rub coating, but had it been described differently I would have been perfectly happy with it. The BBQ food is pretty much Sonny's standard, which is to say average barbecue with a good assortment of sauces. I had the three-meat combo and was surprised that I found the chicken tenders the best item, of all things. The St. Louis ribs could definitely not be accused of falling off the bone, and were definitely not worth the upcharge. Sonny's baked beans are good, though, as is the coleslaw slaw. read more

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We are originally from Florida. Sonny's bbq to me is a must and a delicious barbecue staple. We were really looking forward to eating here. It was an absolutely disappointing experience. The food was just not good. They were out of unsweet tea so we went ahead and got the famous sweet tea and that was reliable. It was very good. The ribs were fall off the bone and that is good. But the pork had so much fat. It just seems like the food was fatty. The bbq beans were like tomato based and weren't flavorful. The coleslaw was bland and it lacked flavor. The food was definitely not a good representation of what we are accustomed to enjoying and what we remember from eating at Sonny's. The restaurant was clean. And the service was nice. read more

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New location, just recently opened. Decor is clean and modern. The hostess was very slow to greet us, we asked for a booth and she took the time to go make sure it was clean before taking us over there. Server was great, I wish I got her name - she is also the bar tender. She was super fast and attentive. Food was good. Enjoyed the prime rib. I paid extra for the skillet potatoes - while they were tasty some were a little under cooked. read more

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This has become our favorite Sonny's location! Food is always on point! The family platter is the best deal! Logan is our favorite server! He's has the best personality and makes our experiences great every time! Very attentive! Plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. Can't get enough! read more

Sonnys BBQ - Family platter feeds 4 - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Our first time trying takeout from Sonny's and we are now fans. The dry ribs were excellent and the sides of potato skillet and corn nuggets were also above average. The brisket was average which was a bummer but overall we were satisfied with our choice for lunch. We are looking forward to eating in the restaurant soon read more

Miguel is the kind of manager who turns a restaurant visit into a memorable experience. We were in town attending a fire service conference and stopped by Sonny's for lunch. Miguel was so warm, welcoming, and genuinely committed to customer satisfaction that we ended up returning not once, not twice, but three separate times during our stay. What stood out wasn't just his professionalism--it was the way he made people feel. He was visible, engaged, approachable, and clearly invested in creating a positive experience for every guest. You can tell he takes pride in both his team and the restaurant, and that level of leadership shows. I would also like to recognize Fallon, who served us during our visit. Fallon takes tremendous pride in her work, and it shows in every interaction. She is warm, attentive, detail-oriented, and consistently professional. Her poise, positive attitude, and commitment to ensuring guests have a great experience made a lasting impression. She strikes that perfect balance of being personable while remaining highly professional, and her dedication to excellent service reflects very well on the entire team. In a world where great customer service often feels rare, Miguel and Fallon both exemplify what hospitality should look like. Their attitude, professionalism, and commitment to excellence are exactly why we kept coming back. The food was great, but the experience Miguel and Fallon helped create is what earned our repeat business. Sonny's is fortunate to have team members who understand that exceptional service and genuine hospitality leave a lasting impression. Thank you, Miguel and Fallon, for making us feel welcome every time we walked through the door. You turned first-time visitors into repeat customers in just a few days. read more

Horrible! Waited 15 min w plenty of tables open. Hostess told a group of 6 it would be a 30 min wait when there were plenty of tables-so they left. Once we were seated saw the waitress 4 times before she asked for our drink order. It's now been 45 min since we arrived and food hasn't arrived. Once it arrived order was wrong. Such a mess tonight. Do better! read more

Very kind team of associates. They helped me determine if I wanted to Mac or not. It is creamy mac not baked. I ordered the 2 meats of your choice (pick of the pick combos) smoked chicken dark meat and STL style ribs with green beans and sweet potato. Yummy! Chill BBQ vibes. read more

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Great service when we visited. Sat on the patio on a cool night and had a cozy time. Salads were huge. The 4-meat platter was a great way to try a few different meat options. read more

Food was average. Sliced Brisket tasted like it was out of a microwave pack you can buy from Walmart.

Great food, attentive service reasonably priced I enjoyed the barbecue half chicken and the baked beans. Both were tasty. Absolutely worth a visit. read more

Food was amazing! Our server was Jalen, very good knowledgeable and fast to deliver our food. The restaurant is very clean and the staff really friendly. Great atmosphere l read more

My wife and I ordered the brisket and chicken. Chicken was ok and sides were decent. However, it was the worst brisket either of us have had in a long time. Very fatty and not much flavor. When I complained about the brisket, we basically got a shrug and a "that's how it is" response. We left most of the brisket on the plate or spit out in napkins. read more

This new location is awesome and much needed. I am a fan of Sonny's and now live over in Dr. Phillips area. There are no great BBQ restaurants around. Happy this one is now open. I have visited once and the service was awesome and the restaurant was very clean. The bar area is a big "win" for this area and will definitely draw people in. I ordered pulled pork and brisket. The brisket was a bit on the "fatty" side, but the waitress brought another plate that was a less fat cut. This is a quick and clean restaurant and will also be a great place for family take out. read more

The food was spectacular. Shredded pork was the best part. Ribs were slightly dry but barbecue sauce made up for it. Mac and cheese was on point. Corn bread hit the spot. If you're ordering a scheduled delivery they're typically a half an hour early. Still phenomenal read more

Sonnys BBQ - All good. Beef Brisket Corn Bread. St. Louis Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Giving this place 2 stars because it seems they are a new location so they may still be getting things in order. Unfortunately though they have a lot to work on. It was a Sunday, there were only 2 servers one of which was brand new (her first day). She was very nice and tried her best but don't understand how management would not have an additional person helping for this reason. Service was very slow from taking our orders to bringing our food and then check. Again, not servers fault, they were trying to keep up. The food did not meet standards either. They did not have baby back, apparently the cook did not leave it over night at right temp! How that happens at a bbq place i don't know. Everything was super dry. We had chicken St Louis ribs and brisket. Not one of those was cooked right! Too dry! The bbq sauces are good and the Mac n cheese was just ok. I hope they can improve but for now, I will not return! read more

STAY AWAY!!! terrible service and food. I used to work around the corner from Sonny's and would eat it everyday, I came up on vacation and stopped by with my family to show what an experience ive had. well so much for a good experience because the manager is rude and they don't take accountability or proper management action when taking care of a problem. y'all need to hire a new manager and workers in general especially asking for a tip in the drivethru when yall can't even get an order right. read more

Food was great! Not sure if it was due to me not having ribs in a long time but these are good! The service was fast and the staff was friendly. Will definitely be back read more

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The meat just didn't taste cooked enough. Very fatty and chewy. The beans were okay. Mac n cheese wasn't too impressive. Coleslaw was good.

We have eaten Sonny's both in restaurant and take-out dozens of times. They are consistently good, and the portions are normally quite good as well. This is our first takeout order from this location and it was disappointing. The package, while closed, looked like it was very quickly and carelessly done - we ate it, not a huge deal, but enough for us to notice and question it. The Brisket was good, but very thickly sliced for some reason - again, tasted fine, but not like the normal cuts we've had dozens of times. The bad part was the dessert - their banana pudding is normally amazing. This time the container arrived, maybe 20% filled - maybe. There was almost no pudding in it at all. There were chunks of banana, wafers, whip cream, and remnants of pudding. It felt like we got the very end of a pan that someone scraped up to say they made a portion and put it in the cup - HUGE disappointment on something that is normally so good. Love Sonny's, not sure if it is this location, or just a bad night, but enough to stop up from ordering again anytime soon....too many other options. read more

Another absolute perfect dining experience on ribs brisket turkey!! Delicious bbq sauce and sweet potato. Best bbq around. read more

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The waiter was the best, very personable and attentive! The food was outstanding as always...we loved it!

Location is literally blocks from hotel. Came before dinner crowd, yet still took almost 10mins before waitress came over. We are BBQ people, loved how there are 4 tasty sauces to choose from at the table. Food came out rather quickly, no appetizer ordered. Portions were okay for 2 & 3 meat platters. However the ribs and beef brisket were room temp at best. Wings and corn nuggets were hot. Really enjoyed the corn nuggets!! I liked the garlic bread, my son's green beans were draining in liquid. The waitress did swap them for fries in minutes. Overall, I'll probably be back, but for take out. read more

Sonnys BBQ - Corn nuggets - Barbeque Near Me - Orlando, Florida

It's a Saturday at 3pm, NOT BUSY AT ALL! Actually it was completely empty but a few people at the bar area. So all the cars were at the restaurant next door for sure. No one at the front to greet or seat you, also, everyone can hear you walk in cause that door is loud when it opens & closes. i want to say that i'm the type of person to not want to mess with people who are handling my food so I waited a couple of minutes & nothing still, so I left because if they aren't even attentive when you walk in they won't be attentive while at a table & I wasn't about to be dealing with all that If you guys don't want people there, that's totally fine but why not just lock the doors and have the close sign out? read more

To start with I love Sonny's barbecue. This location has its challenges to say the least. The servers and employees are very nice but it took so long to get our food. Once I ordered from Ubereats and after 90 minutes they canceled the order without any notification or apologies. It's a shame because Sonny's bbq is so good. I hope to improve the rating but I have lost my patience with them. read more