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    Sonny's BBQ

    3.0 (98 reviews)
    Open • 10:45 am - 9:30 pm

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    SONNY'S BBQ ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Angela T.

    I went by the drive thru earlier during peak lunch hours. This is what I was served. Ribs and brisket were both old and dried out. Brisket was even changing colors. Sides were cold. What adult person thinks this is okay or even safe to serve the general public? The manager tried to offer a free meal replacement. Who the actual fck would want to eat here again? They all need to go back and finish school. #healthdepartment #foodpoisoning #safeserv

    Burnt chicken tenders
    LaToya S.

    The absolute WORST experience we've ever had at any Sonny's EVER and we've been to Sonny's from St. Cloud, Fl to Tallahassee. We arrived and waited a few to be seated. Our waitress was a sweet girl who quickly took our drink and appetizer orders. Those came out quickly and then she took our food orders. I ordered the 2 meat 1/4 white and upgraded to baby back ribs for the extra $3 up-charge. My husband attempted to order the three meat plate but they were out of brisket and pork so he asked to do all you can eat ribs (St. Louis Style). My 15 year old wanted the brisket grilled cheese but had to order a burger. One of my other sons ordered chicken tenders. When the food came out, they had substituted my upgraded ribs for the St. Louis style ribs. No one had asked me if that was OK. They just decided to do it and told me about it when they brought out my plate. I refused those ribs because I do not like that style of rib. My husband ended up taking them on his plate and the waitress offered to bring me out another chicken breast and wing. I agreed and when she brought it out, it was dry! You can tell it had been sitting up there all day. My 15-year-old's burger was burnt. My other son's chicken tenders were burnt. I had them remake them and when they remade them, he bit into them and they were frozen on the inside and raw. I spoke to the manager, and although he was apologetic, he did not seem sincere. He remade more, but my son was afraid to eat them and ended up trashing them. The manager did say he was going to take care of our bill, but when the waitress came we were still charged for our drinks. The waitress asked if we wanted her to go and tell the manager to remove them and we told her no because we still wanted to tip her what the total bill would have been if we had to pay for it because it was not her fault. She was very apologetic and we could tell she felt bad about everything. I would not recommend this location! I wish I would have taken the time to read the reviews before bringing my family here but after being on the road for 12 hours, I just just wanted to sit down and be able to enjoy a meal and I regret it! My son threw up in the parking lot immediately after walking out. My husband had an upset stomach from 1am-4am and it was definitely from the food.

    Pull Pork Big Deal with a Coke zero Fries and Corn Nuggets
    Tisha W.

    First time at this Sonny's location in Timberland ln. It was very busy today, but who doesn't like a great deal for $5.50 & $10. Service was trying to keep up with all the orders, so even though it was online to go, I still had to wait a while. The food was piping hot and ready for consumption once received. Overall, the staff seemed nice, just busy. I'll try them again soon.

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    George C.

    My go to restaurant when in Tallahassee for church. I usually get a pound of brisket to go. For $27.00, I can eat for several days with it. When eating in I usually get the brisket grilled cheese. This was enhanced with the candied bacon and wish they would bring that back and make it a permanent menu item! Two meats is another favorite with the beans and rice. Their sweet tea is great and they will give you a large cup to go. For any budget from $9 to about $30 they have something for everyone. For $50 the family meal is perfect for 4.

    The story. I ate at that first Sonny's shortly after it opened and it has been good ever since.
    Michael H.

    This is our second favorite Sonny's in town. It would be our first if it was closer to home because the overall feel when we dined in was better here and service is just a little bit better. It has been a brand new Sonny's twice courtesy of a massive fire that had them closed for an extended period of time. After a total demolish and rebuild, they had hardly been reopened when the pandemic hit. As a result, we have only used their drive through service so far but that has been a much better experience than at our usual Sonny's on N. Monroe. This bbq chain that originated in Gainesville Fl does a good job of consistently delivering tasty bbq. For a few years now they have been creating new menu items to keep their menu interesting. We love their smoked wings. A pound of their smoked turkey is a great alternative to take home for sandwiches. Much better than anything from the grocery deli. I have become enamored with their Smokin' Gun sandwich with chopped brisket, sausage, peppers and onions. It's always a taste treat. I think their crinkle cut fries are the best in town and their sweet tea is excellent. Our drive through experiences have been excellent with quick and accurate service done with a smile.

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    John T.

    Meat was tender! Beans was good! The service was excellent! Sonny's is always good no matter where you dine

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    Man the baby back ribs was the bomb, so good we came back the next night and ate them again. Service was great too.

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    All good! We got pulled pork brisket and sides of green beans, coleslaw and Mac & cheese

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    My favorite BBQ restaurant in town. Love this place! Always recommend it. My favorite is the BBQ ribs and baked beans are the Best!

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    Backwoods Crossing - seafood heaven

    Backwoods Crossing

    4.5(768 reviews)
    5.5 mi
    •$$

    Loved this place. The food was just what I needed fresh and yummy. We got deviled eggs, salads,…read moresandwiches lobster bisque soup. Everyone was happy and thought the food was amazing. The waitress was super nice as well.

    Its our 2nd visit. Overall, a solid 3. Good seevice, fresh food. My annoyance on this trip is the…read morepricey cocktail filled with massive ice to hide that there's no cocktail in the glass. We ordered their special fruity yummy drink. It was good, but 3 sips at $10 or $12 and it's gone? WTF! Really. Look at my photos. Tons of crushed ice. Waste of time and money. Prime Rib sammy was good, enough for 2. We got 2 sides, one came with. Collars were good but coukd be better. Ive had better locally and in Firt Lauderdake. Grits were creamy. Added Salt/Pepsi to taste. So overall it's ok. I think they get away with medoicre Southern because there's no challenger in town thats this vibe. So you pay for the dine in atmosphere etc, but the food 8s all middle of road. Now, i will admit Im a foodie from a harsh location, Ft Lauderdale, makes you tough because we eat everything from all cultures, so you gotta bring your A game, and we travel alot. You can do medoicre Mexican in an suburb where only Mexicans come to clean house, so going to get a taco or nachos os badic in some areas. But we travel to where Mexicans own it, eat it, and barely speak English. Thats authentic. So it's true here! Its a great place for Southern Comfort food, but we are always underwhelmed with their execution. On the first visit, crab cake stack. Average. Devil eggs were basic and disappointing. Unsure how you cant do well on a basic dish. Creamy. No kick flavor. It would be nice is the could level up their execution. The menu reads great, but we are consistently just like "OH, ok. Descent." So definitely visit. Expect average, just ok. If you arent Southern, this will be great for you, as you have no reference point. Don't go in like you are going to be transplanted to the South. Its average execution. Like creamy cheese grits but nothing extraordinary. I've had grits in North Carolina, Sunny Pointe, you might eat a finger scooping up the shrimps and grits. Definitely worth a visit. Its famiky friendly. I think you pay 20% for the atmosphere. Ckean, cute decor. Love the twigs etc, branches. The porch sitting feel. You saw parents and kids, you could tell it's back to school. Today, 8/15, they were low on waiters. So took a long time for anyone to check back on us. But you could see other unhappy tables, one guy yelling at Mgr, so maybe some slippage in this upstart.

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    The Huntsman - Crab Cake Appetizer

    The Huntsman

    4.5(133 reviews)
    4.5 mi

    We had a wonderful experience at Huntsman. Austin, our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and…read morehelpful throughout the evening, answering our questions and offering thoughtful menu recommendations. The food was excellent. We started with the Duck Flatbread, which was exquisite, and the French Onion Soup, which was delicious. I ordered the Texas Antelope Steak & Frites, and it was outstanding. My wife enjoyed the Redfish, while my daughter loved the Carpaccio. Each dish was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. With attentive service and an impressive menu, Huntsman Austin made for a memorable evening. We will definitely be back and highly recommend it.

    Heard about this place on a previous trip to Tallahassee and had to check it out while visiting for…read moreour daughter's orientation. I had recently heard that this place is a Michelin notable and now I know why. Don't be fooled by the nondescript, gray exterior, the inside is adorable and cozy. Valet is complementary which is a nice touch. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Service is incredibly quick from the time you order to when you receive your meal. Food was absolutely delicious. Hubby and I ordered a few appetizers as well as the chefs tasting menu and it did not disappoint. The appetizers we chose were the charred octopus and the fire roasted oysters. Both were wonderful but the octopus was a standout. For the tasting menu, it changes daily and is 4 courses with a dessert course to round out the meal. Ours happened to include: Sausage w olive tapenade, Filet w tomato and veggie chow chow (so tasty), Duck tostada w avocado crema, Elk filet w hasselback potatoes and asparagus (show stopper), and Orange rice pudding w pistachio cookie crumble which was such a nice, light way to end the meal. One thing to note: they automatically add 18% gratuity to your bill which is split between all front of house and back of house staff. Anything you leave above this will go directly to your waiter. There is a card they leave when they drop off the bill that explains this more eloquently than I am but I found it to be unique that they openly discuss it instead of adding it to the bill with no notice or explanation.

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    Ted's Montana Grill - Cedar plank salmon.  Fantastic !

    Ted's Montana Grill

    4.0(486 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    First visit on a Sunday in May. Our other Tallahassee favs were closed, and Ted (RIP) had passed…read morethe week before. Arrived and it was a crazy zoo of people waiting to get seated. Popular, maybe too popular? Anyway, scored two bar stools and sat down to watch the show. The cook line is right in front, and the bartenders have to make the deserts and fresh Sour Mix. Scratch kitchen, even the french fries, all prepped before our eyes. Bartender Justin could teach courses in mixology and multitasking. Amazing!!!! Justin was on point both times we dined there. Loved the Bison hats some of the line cooks bravely donned! Then there's the Bison. Got the short ribs. I could eat these often. Never had beef that compared. And, Bison is grass-fed and free range to boot, lol, on Ted's thousands of acres of protected prairie lands. Three months later, different day, same quality experience. For two people, take the bar seats with kitchen line view. Be patient and courteous, and it will pay off. Saw a lot of messy large parties and some entitled customers. Get reservations if there are more than two diners. Did I say they have the Bartenders make the deserts!? I would parse that out to speed up things. But...they want to be a restaurant with a bar, not the other way around. Thanks Ted, for all you did and continue to do. Peace my brother.

    Ouch. The place was packed and lots of people waiting to get in on a Saturday evening. Luckily we…read morehad a reservation. Interesting dark wood decor. Service was prompt. Martini was excellent. Merlot was good. Bison Steak was not that ok, and the veg chef special (Brussels spouts) was weirdly unpleasant. Latter I shared with my wife my opinion about the bison and she shared that her steak was not ok also. Too bad. We were hoping to find a new place when we visited TLH.

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    Ted's famous Bison chili along with the gratis side of pickle slices.

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    Lucilla

    Lucilla

    4.6(266 reviews)
    4.9 mi
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    Not as familiar with restaurants in Tallahassee but this was a great find. Excellent service. Food…read morewas phenomenal. Had the paradise sangria and miso salmon. I subbed mashed potatoes and collard greens for my sides. Greens were spicy and not my cup of tea but the rest of it was excellent. Hidden gem! Must try.

    "Bubbles Sunday" at Lucilla. Chef Joseph has done it again. Perfect pairings of sparkling wines and…read moredelicious dishes. When I read the email announcing tonight's Chef's dinner, we couldn't resist. No one, and I mean NO ONE, can fry an oyster better than Chef. Perched atop a great classic--deviled egg with bacon bits--the oyster was tender with a light batter-fried coating. Chef's duckfat cornbread drizzled with just the right amount of avocado butter provided the perfect podium on which two blackened shrimp lightly dusted with a hint of subtle spices rested. If you know me, you know I don't like my food to hurt me, and this dish met my requirements with a whisper of, "Here I am." Now, my hubby doesn't like anything with coffee, so he was worried about the hickory smoked chicken with espresso molasses BBQ sauce. However, he admitted the sauce didn't have any hint of coffee and, in fact, it was a delicious complement to the chicken. As for the pancetta Mac 'n' Cheese, its creamy cheesiness balanced out the smokiness of the chicken. Chef Joseph often offers one of his Pot de Crème varieties to finish a meal. I always look forward to them. Tonight's Pineapple White Chocolate version was a perfect finish to a perfect dining experience. Sparkling wines and summer--the perfect pairing. Even more perfect when you are enjoying them with a fabulous meal at Lucilla.

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    Jo Ellen's

    3.8(91 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    •$$

    This has become my go to lunch spot when I'm at work. I'm a big fan of this place. They have so…read moremany options on the menu and you really can't go wrong with any of them. On today I ordered the catfish tacos and collard greens with the turkey. The meal was great. The catfish was lightly fried and the sauce on it was amazing. I had my usual peach sweet tea to go with it. I would recommend this place to anyone.

    I came to this place with my friend who currently lives in Tallahassee. It came highly recommended,…read moreand it did not disappoint. During Sunday brunch, we were seated quickly, even without reservations, even while it was very busy. There were lots of people ~ the venue is cute and quaint... my friend, however, was stuck on the paint chips and holes in the wall. The food was great. I got fried deviled eggs (yummy), fried catfish, red velvet waffles, eggs and corned beef hash. The catfish was extremely fresh. The red velvet cupcakes came with a cream cheese sauce that tasted more like Krispy Kreme donut glaze or just a sugary sauce. I wish it had more of a cream cheese flavor. I wasn't pleased with it. The corn beef hash was good. My friend got the chicken and pancakes. The chicken was delicious, perfectly fried. The customer service was great ~ warm, attentive, inviting, quick, and well managed to be so busy. Jordan, our server, was amazing! The ambience and crowd were nice, diverse. Unfortunately, the speaker wasn't working properly so initially it was incredibly, awkwardly quiet. When the speaker did start working, it sounded busted. Hope you enjoy if you ever go visit.

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    The bar.

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