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Sonny's BBQ of Merritt Island. Southern BBQ at its finest. Slow-smoking favorites like pulled pork, ribs, brisket since 1968.
PRICE RANGE
£8 - £16
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
American, Barbecue
FEATURES
Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Drive Thru
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Reviewed 18 January 2024

Excellent food and excellent service! We will most definitely be back! The brisket was our favorite! My husband loved the smoked wings!

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 12 November 2023

My husband and I have been several times....and we have taken a bunch of people with us at times. I've never had anything I did not like. The meat melts in you mouth and all the sides are delicious.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 10 October 2023 via mobile

Excellent experience. Seated promptly and order taken quickly. The place felt it had a happy vibe about it. The staff seemed attentive. Food arrived quickly and was excellent. I had smoked brisket and my wife had baby back ribs. Both very good. The place seemed...very clean. Would recommend.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 27 July 2023 via mobile

Wanted some bbq while on vacation and needed to find a good spot. Heard good things about Sonny’s so gave it a first time try. Honestly it was pretty good. Had the baby back rack with beans and slaw. My ribs had a bit more...char than I would like but it was still meaty and fell off the bone easily. Had the cinnamon donut balls for dessert and oh my! Wickedly good.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 14 January 2023 via mobile

Really nice authentic American barbecue and a kind and attentive waiter. Would especially recommend the ribs and the pulled chicken!

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 11 December 2022

My husband and I went to this restaurant this evening for dinner as a takeout order. While waiting. We noticed a few things that were unsettling. The countertop by the bar area was so sticky that my hand actually stuck to it. The floor was...littered with french fries and other debris which nobody bothered to clean up in the cash register and bar area. There were cooks in the kitchen. Actually everyone in the kitchen did not have a hair net on, especially a young gentleman with beautiful long red hair. He had it Tied back in a ponytail but no net on his head which I thought was a little disturbing. The manager was also in and out of the kitchen. I would not recommend this restaurant for a sit down family dinner or even take out. I will not be returning.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Sonny's BBQ, Owner at Sonny's BBQ, responded to this reviewResponded 20 December 2022

Hi there! Serving up the BBQ our guests crave with our warm, Southern hospitality is what we aim for. It looks like we may have fallen short on your last visit, and we're disappointed to have let you down. We'd like the opportunity to connect...More

Reviewed 11 November 2022

went here for Veteran's day free meal offering - as posted on their web site and in USA-Today news feed. Server said, "not today, our truck didn't show up - we will be doing it on Monday". WTF? Yet he took our order along with...the hundred's of others in the restaurant - didn't appear to be short on food - although he stated the truck didn't arrive. Obvious dishonest scam by the manager - so he can get more business on veteran's day w/ veteran's paying full price - and hoping that all of us forget to come back on Monday. Advised corporate of this, I will see if they care to respond. This store manager didn't bother to have a staff member at the door or reception area - to tell customers about this - as he figures once your sitting down, it's easier to screw you.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Sonny's BBQ, Owner at Sonny's BBQ, responded to this reviewResponded 14 November 2022

Thank you for reaching out. We’re sorry to hear about your experience at the Merritt Island restaurant when trying to redeem the Veterans Day promotion. The restaurant made the decision to postpone the Veterans Day deal due to a lack of inventory to ensure that...More

Reviewed 8 July 2022 via mobile

As usual, Sonny's lived up to our expectations again! We love this restaurant so much that we visit it 2-3 times a month. The best BBQ anywhere. Can't wait to go this weekend.

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 24 April 2022

We were seated and promptly ignored by anyone for over 10 minutes. I had to go find someone to ask for someone to at least take our drink order. The brisket is average. Pork is slightly above average. Sides were average. For the price I...expected better service and a higher quality BBQ.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Sonny's BBQ, Owner at Sonny's BBQ, responded to this reviewResponded 26 April 2022

Hi there! Serving up the BBQ our guests crave with our warm, Southern hospitality is what we aim for. It looks like we may have fallen short on your last visit, and we're disappointed to have let you down. We'd like the opportunity to connect...More

Reviewed 9 June 2021

Went here for the first time, wish we had come sooner. Our meal(St Louis Ribs and Steakburger) was great. No wait to be seated and everyone was friendly and made you feel welcomed. This will be a regular place from now on.

Date of visit: June 2021
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Sonny's BBQ, Owner at Sonny's BBQ, responded to this reviewResponded 11 June 2021

Thank you, Joanamarie! We love hearing that. We are thrilled we met your expectations. Nothin' beats slow-smoked BBQ slathered in Southern hospitality and sharin' it with guests like you. Please come on back and visit us again real soon!

Reviewed 23 February 2021 via mobile

Maybe it was an off day but the meat quality really didn't measure up today. The sliced pork was very fatty and the ribs greasy. Bar service lacked any attention and there were only 3 of us here.More

Date of visit: February 2021
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Sonny's BBQ, Owner at Sonny's BBQ, responded to this reviewResponded 24 February 2021

Hi there, Tim. We aim to serve up delicious BBQ, slathered in Southern hospitality. It sounds like we may have fallen short on your last visit, and we\u0027d like the opportunity to learn more about your experience. \u000d \u000dPlease send us an email to social@sonnysbbq.com,...More

Reviewed 11 January 2021

70th birthday was in early November, but we waited until early January until we felt comfortable to eat out. Wait Staff were masked AND friendly, all was clean, fun atmosphere, seemed to be quite a few families there. Food was yummy - will hope to...go again.More

Date of visit: January 2021
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Reviewed 9 June 2020

Standard BBQ fare with no special touches to entice a person to return. Sides of beans, cole slaw, etc wer also quite pedestrian. Staff was friendly and service was quick.

Date of visit: May 2020
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Reviewed 5 June 2020

The food is consistently good with good specials. We like this place, the hospitality, and frequented by locals.

Date of visit: May 2020
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Reviewed 29 March 2020 via mobile

Fantastic Food during this challenging time. They are providing extra generous portions and deserve an “atta boy” for that. Mayo encourage you to remember to tip those providing TAKE OUT please.

Date of visit: March 2020
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SONNY'S BBQ, Merritt Island - 310 N Courtenay Pkwy - Updated 2024 Restaurant Reviews, Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews - Food Delivery & Takeaway - Tripadvisor

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Sonny's BBQ is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5