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    Sonny's BBQ

    3.7 (126 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    SONNY'S BBQ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Big deal with sliced pork and fries.
    Robert A.

    One of my favorite places to eat. I moved away 23 years ago so I don't get to eat here often. But when I'm in Florida I have to stop. The big deal with sliced pork is fantastic. The service was quick and our waitress was very attentive.

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    Didn't receive my corn nuggets I paid extra for in my combo, as well as my corn bread being ooey gooey in the middle! Called and got it replaced and they were very understanding so still a good rate.

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    Shelley R.

    Delicious! The food was terrific here! We shared a platter that had ribs, chicken and pulled pork-it was all great! Included also was garlic bread and cornbread-each was so good! We also enjoyed the baked beans and Coleslaw...and we had a side order of macaroni and cheese-it was amazing! They have 6 kinds of barbecue sauce so you can try them all! Our waitress was fabulous as well! I will note that it is freezing cold inside this restaurant-Ladies-bring a jacket! I noticed the table next to us(military guys wearing camo!) were saying they were cold as well!! So plan accordingly! The food is so good here! That it is worth bringing a jacket!

    The "Large" pulled pork sandwich. Bun was warmer than the meat.

    THIS Sonny's is the reason we started eating at Sonny's again. However the food was not at all up to the standard to which they made us accustomed. While everything tasted good, the bread on my sandwich was warmer than the pulled pork and my fries were barely warm. The table was a two seater, but 1/3 of the table was lost to condiments making dining cramped. The waitress was very attentive and friendly- a trademark of this Sonny's wait staff.

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    Mark P.

    Something like a four. Was so ridiculously cold up in there I actually had to run out and get my coat ...brrr!!! Good for the kitchen bad for the customers. And that parking lot's nuts. I like me some Sonny's, been coming since all-you-can-eat chicken was $6.99! I sure miss the spicy pickles and why you don't have bacon anymore is beyond me. Was my first time in this one. Overall pretty good.

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    7 months ago

    Rayne was my hostess and was very wonderful. Nothing but smiles and willing to help ! Will definitely come back to just see her

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    2 years ago

    We had the best experience with Jolee she was very nice and made sure we had everything we needed. The red neck egg rolls are the best!

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    1 year ago

    Audrey is great!!!!!!!! Had wonderful food and even amazing service!!!! Have to stop in and have an amazing time!!!!

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    Everything was great. friendly and fast service.. greatfood came out quick hot and correct.

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    1 year ago

    Amazing service and food, my server Savanah knocked it out of the park, couldn't have asked for better!!!

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    1 year ago

    The go to BBQ place if you are in Starke! The food comes out fast and the service is great!

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    1 year ago

    Food was out fast and hot. Drinks never got low. Place was clean and staff was welcoming and warm.

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    3 years ago

    Good service and good food what more do you need? For a chain Sonny's is a good value.

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    1 year ago

    we had a wonderful lunch at sonnys today. our server was amazing and the manager were also amazing. the food is cooked to perfection.

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    2 years ago

    Heard alot about Sonny's , I was disappointed with the ribs ,, they were very dry ! Good potato salad and macaroni cheese !

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    I have been eating here for over 30 years good BBQ nice place good people easy to get to

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