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Sonny's BBQ

3.8 (248 reviews)
ModerateBarbeque, Southern
Open • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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John M.

This particular Sonny's BBQ is located on Cheney Highway and is an overall decent spot to grab for either lunch or dinner. It is a chain restaurant, but still offers a pretty good version of barbecue and I do not think that you will be disappointed. This particular Sonny's BBQ has a pleasant enough ambiance and the service was friendly, attentive and professional. I went with the pork and was overall pleased with my choice. I would definitely recommend this particular Sonny's BBQ location.

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Jennifer C.

I love this Sonny's location. There is always seating available and food comes out quick. Service has been friendly and efficient every time, and ambiance is consistent with the Sonny's brand. This establishment has a private parking lot that can fill up and get tight on occasion but there's always been a spot for us. Food is chef's kiss every time with a bbq sauce to suit a variety of tastes. Love it here.

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Rick D.

Had a great night. Food was great service was amazing. I seat at the bar. Been here many times and Faith is the best bartender ever. Than you.

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Ward D.

Great food, great location, friendly staff This Sonny's BBQ is located on State Road 50 in Central Florida, just east of downtown Orlando and Christmas, Florida. This restaurant is part of the well-known Sonny's chain that started in Gainesville in 1968. This location delivers on the brand's reputation for solid barbecue and warm service. The building is easy to spot and has plenty of parking around the sides and back, though the main road, SR 50, can get a little busy during peak hours. Inside, the atmosphere is classic Sonny's--laid-back, clean, and family-friendly. We were greeted promptly by a smiling hostess and seated in a booth, which seems to be the default at most Sonny's locations. The service was quick and attentive from start to finish. We ordered the pulled pork sandwich and french fries with a tea for the drink. All of the food came out hot and fresh within minutes. The meat was tender and flavorful, especially when topped with Sonny's signature sweet sauce. For a full meal and drinks, the price came out under $35 for two people, which is a good price for a sit-down barbecue restaurant. All in all, this Sonny's on SR 50 lives up to the high standards of the chain--reliable, tasty, and budget-friendly. A great stop for a good meal.

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Michael S.

I went with a group of friends last Friday night around 8:30pm. Seated immediately. We were taken good care of by our waitress. Separate checks? No problem. I chose the 3 meat combo ($18), Smoked Chicken Wings, St. Louis Ribs (+$1) and Chopped Fatty Brisket (+$2). I substituted Mac-N-Cheeze for the fries at no extra charge. Also came with cole slaw and buttery Garlic toast. Total was $22.46 after tax, before tip. All the meats were OUTSTANDING. They were all examples of GREAT BBQ. I alternated between the 3 choices, one peice at a time, sampling different sauces on the table. TASTY, SMOKY and TENDER! The Mac-N-Cheeze was HEAVENLY. The cole slaw was COOL and CRISP. I had a little bit of Brisket and Mac to take home. I was VERY SATISFIED. This is a good, well run location of Sonny's.

Edward M.

Sonnys have always been good i enjoy the brisket sandwitch i make myself I hope they get better the effert people put in to a job shows if you dont want to work dont show up and make the place look bad come on guys you can leave like you came be proud of your job and work clean everything make sure its right the bread wasnt even in there And smile dont let 1 or 2 bad people make you guys look bad pride is job #1 take care of each other guys okay

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LO L.

The customer service here is family and friendly. We love that it's a family oriented feeling but when I got home and opened the boxes 2 of them looked like they were over cooked ribs and then they looked like a pencil. I was very disappointed of the food on 2 plates but one of my plates was beautiful. I tried to call but was placed on hold for so long that I got a little frustrated and decided to return the food tomorrow. I give restaurants chances because this could have been a off day but being that I work in the food industry I make sure every plate goes out where the customer would want to return because of the plating of the food. Presentation is everything and this wasn't the presentation I was looking for with my family. I've never had an issue with any Sonny's until today so that's why I gave them 2 stars instead. Now I can say I love their barbecue sauce actually I use it on my steaks if I have some left over when I visit them. The sliced pork was definitely juicy. I can't knock them on that but the ribs I can't tell you because I split my food with the guys and we made it happen.

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10 months ago

This Sonnys location is always consistent! The food is always fresh and the service is always good.

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I have been visiting the Sunny's location for over 10 years. The food is cooked well and the weight staff is friendly.

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Service was fine, but my fries were cold, and the garlic toast on my turkey sandwich dripped oil.

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was in for lunch today and had really good service. ashlee was very attentive and nice. Service was very fast.

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Always good BBQ. Love to get some ribs or pulled pork. Sauce they have a great. If you get food to go make sure you get some bbq sauce.

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