Sonny's BBQ

2720 Sr 16, Florida 32092 USA

118 Reviews

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Reasonable

Open Now

Sat 10:45a-9p

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible
No Wifi

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“Local Pitmaster since 1968”

In 1968, we were just a local BBQ joint in Gainesville, Florida. Today, we’re still a local BBQ joint. We just happen to be in a few more locations. But we still do things the same way Floyd "Sonny" Tillman and his wife, Lucille, did back then. We still slow-smoke over oak for up to 12 hours at a time. We still serve generous portions. And we still believe people should be able to go out to eat and feel right at home.

Reviewed by
Jessie G.

March 28, 2024

I bought some of their BBQ sauce to take back to our air bnb. Everything was flavorful and inviting. The owner and the staff were interactive with the customers and it was very friendly. We will... Read more

Reviewed by
Blake Z.

March 13, 2023

I drove over to Sonny's to meet a fellow partner for lunch today. Going inside, the interior had a cozy wood shack feel to it. For lunch, I ordered the Sweet Carolina sandwich - pulled pork with... Read more

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Mike W.

January 07, 2024

If you like BBQ, keep driving. This is not a place for good smoked meat. I had the Pork 3 Way. The ribs were cooked right but were bland. No smoke flavor and no discernable rub on the meat... Read more

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