Sonny’s BBQ Menu With Prices (Updated 2026): Full Menu, Deals, PDF & Locations

Written by Alex Rivera, Lead Menu Researcher. Last verified Oct 2026.

If you’re searching for the Sonny’s BBQ menu with prices, you want two things: clear numbers and a real sense of what you’re ordering before you get there. This guide covers every category on the current menu, from slow-smoked ribs and brisket to family packs, sides, and the Q Crew Rewards program, with prices and calories sourced from Sonny’s own published data rather than guessed.

Sonny’s BBQ is a Southern barbecue chain that started as a single Gainesville, Florida restaurant in 1968 and has grown into 90 locations across eight Southeastern states. It’s known for slow-smoked pulled pork, brisket, ribs, and chicken, along with a full lineup of Southern sides. Most menu prices run from about $1.99 for sides to around $23.99 for premium by-the-pound meats. Prices vary by location, always confirm at your nearest Sonny’s before ordering.

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Sonny’s BBQ Menu Price Ranges

CategoryPrice Range
Sandwiches$9.29 to $13.79 (sandwich only)
Big Deal Sandwiches$13.29 to $16.49 (with 2 sides and a drink)
Signature BBQ$14.99 to $19.99
Family Meals$49.99 to $89.99
Sides$1.99 to $3.49
Desserts$2.99 to $4.99
By the Pound$16.99 to $23.99

Prices vary slightly by location, for example Tallahassee and Lakeland don’t always match exactly. Confirm current pricing at your nearest Sonny’s before ordering.

The Big Deal: How Sonny’s Sandwich Pricing Actually Works

Every sandwich on this menu is available two ways: on its own, or as a “Big Deal,” which adds two sides and a drink for a set upcharge, typically $3.50 to $4.00 more depending on the sandwich. Most people ordering a sandwich as a full meal want the Big Deal version, since ordering the sides separately usually costs more than the bundled upcharge.

SandwichSandwich OnlyBig Deal (2 Sides + Drink)
Pork Sandwich$9.29$13.29
Pulled Chicken Sandwich$9.49$13.49
Smoked Turkey Sandwich$9.79$13.79
Grilled Chicken Sandwich$9.79$13.79
Sweet Carolina Sandwich$9.99$13.99
Beef Brisket Sandwich$10.99$14.99
Sonny’s Steakburger$10.99$14.99
Sonny’s Cuban Sandwich$10.49$14.49
Candied Bacon Burger$12.99$16.49

If you only want the sandwich itself, order it as-is. If you want a complete meal, ask for the Big Deal version rather than ordering sides separately, it’s almost always the better value.

Seasonal Menu

Seasonal items rotate more often than the core menu, so check availability before planning a visit around one of these.

ItemPrice
Seasonal Wings, Golden BBQ Sauce$13.99
Seasonal Wings, Sweet Peach BBQ Sauce$13.99
Cheese Curds$7.99
Golden BBQ Chicken Tender Sandwich$10.99
Brisket Grilled Cheese$11.99
Sweet Peach BBQ Chicken$15.29
Peach Cobbler Egg Rolls$5.99
Onion Rings$5.99
Prime Rib Sandwich$13.99

The Brisket Grilled Cheese pairs the smoked brisket flavor with a comfort-food format, worth trying while it’s on the seasonal lineup. Sonny’s official nutrition data lists a full Prime Rib Sandwich at 1,120 calories, one of the heavier sandwich options on the menu.

Appetizers

ItemPriceCalories
BBQ Pork Egg Rolls$9.991,000 cal
Loaded Tots$9.491,680 cal (without meat)
Fried Okra$6.29520 cal
Corn Nuggets$6.29650 cal
Smoked Wings$13.99750 cal

Calories sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide. The BBQ Pork Egg Rolls are the standout starter here, a crisp shell around smoky pulled pork filling, best split between two people before a full meal. Fried Okra is the lightest appetizer on the list at 520 calories.

Sandwiches

ItemPriceCalories
Beef Brisket Sandwich$10.99540-630 cal (sliced/chopped)
Pulled Chicken Sandwich$9.49430 cal
Pork Sandwich$9.29510-650 cal (sliced/pulled)
Smoked Turkey Sandwich$9.79400 cal
Sonny’s Cuban Sandwich$10.491,090 cal
Sweet Carolina Sandwich$9.99860 cal
Candied Bacon Burger$12.99990 cal
Sonny’s Steakburger$10.99670 cal
Grilled Chicken Sandwich$9.79390 cal

Calories sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide (regular size, sandwich only). The Grilled Chicken Sandwich at 390 calories is the lightest sandwich on the menu. The Cuban at 1,090 calories is the heaviest, largely from the added ham and cheese.

Signature BBQ

This is the core of the menu, the meats Sonny’s has built its reputation on since 1968. Dinner portions below include the plate as served with sides, per Sonny’s own nutrition data.

ItemPriceCalories (Dinner, with 2 sides)
St. Louis Ribs$17.99Not listed by this exact name in official data, see flag above
BBQ Pork$14.991,140-1,230 cal (sliced/pulled)
Half Chicken$15.491,180-1,440 cal
Beef Brisket$18.991,050-1,210 cal (sliced/chopped)
Baby Back Ribs$19.991,510 cal
Smoked Turkey$15.49990 cal
Pulled Chicken$15.49880 cal

Calories reflect the full dinner plate with two standard sides, sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide, and will run higher or lower depending on which sides you choose. Pulled Chicken Dinner at 880 calories is the lightest Signature BBQ dinner option. Baby Back Ribs Dinner at 1,510 calories is among the heaviest.

The Beef Brisket at $18.99 is the most expensive single-meat plate on the core menu and the one most associated with the brand’s slow-smoking reputation. The BBQ Pork at $14.99 is the most affordable way into the Signature BBQ lineup.

Pitmaster Picks Combos

These combos let you sample multiple meats in one plate, a good starting point on a first visit.

ItemPriceCost Per Meat
Pick 2 Combo$15.99$8.00
Pick 3 Combo$17.99$6.00
Pick 4 Combo$19.99$5.00

The more meats you pick, the lower your cost per meat portion runs, Pick 4 at $5.00 per meat is the most efficient way to sample the menu. If you can’t decide between the brisket, ribs, and pulled pork, the Pick 3 Combo at $17.99 covers all three without committing to a full portion of each.

Best Value: Plates, Combos, or By the Pound?

If you’re optimizing for cost per portion of meat rather than convenience, here’s how the three main ordering formats compare using this page’s own verified prices:

FormatExampleApproximate Cost Per Meat Portion
Single Signature plateBBQ Pork, $14.99$14.99 for one meat
Pitmaster Pick 4 Combo$19.99 for 4 meatsAbout $5.00 per meat
By the PoundPulled Pork, $16.99/lbFeeds roughly 3, about $5.66 per portion

For a single diner who wants variety, the Pitmaster Picks combos are the most efficient order on the menu. For feeding a group or stocking up, By the Pound pricing gets close to the same per-portion cost while giving you control over exact quantities.

Salads

ItemPriceCalories
BBQ Salad$9.49740 cal (before added meat)
Smokin’ Caesar Salad$8.99540 cal
Side Salad$3.99170 cal

Adding a meat portion to the BBQ Salad adds roughly 200 to 430 calories depending on which meat you choose, pulled chicken is the lightest add-on at 200 calories, sliced brisket the heaviest at around 330.

Sides

ItemPriceCalories
BBQ Beans$3.49240 cal
Coleslaw$3.49130 cal
Mac & Cheese$3.49320 cal
Green Beans$3.4930 cal
Potato Salad$3.49270 cal
Fries$3.49480 cal
Garlic Bread$3.49170 cal
Cornbread$1.99180 cal

Calories sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide. Green Beans at 30 calories is by far the lightest side on the menu. Cornbread at $1.99 is the cheapest side on the menu. Mac and Cheese with any of the smoked meats is the most common pairing, the creamy texture balances the smoke well.

Desserts

ItemPriceCalories
Cinnamon Sugar Donut$4.991,050 cal
Chocolate Chip Cookies$2.991,000 cal
Banana Pudding$4.99320 cal

Banana Pudding at 320 calories is meaningfully lighter than the other two desserts and is the most traditionally Southern option on the menu, the one regulars order most.

Beverages

ItemPriceCalories
Coca-Cola$3.49230 cal
Diet Coke$3.490 cal
Sprite$3.49170 cal
Lemonade$3.49190 cal
Sweet Tea$3.49170 cal
Unsweet Tea$3.495 cal
Gallon Tea$5.99Varies by serving

Calories sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide, based on a standard fountain size. Unsweet Tea at just 5 calories is the lightest beverage option if you still want the classic Southern tea experience. The Gallon Tea at $5.99 is worth it if you’re feeding more than 3 or 4 people.

Family Meals

Built for groups, these offer a lower per-person cost than ordering individual plates.

ItemPrice
Family Feast$65.99
Bundle, 2 Meats$49.99
Bundle, 3 Meats$69.99
Bundle, 4 Meats$89.99

Sonny’s official nutrition data lists a Family Feast (feeds 4) at 7,410 total calories and a Pork & Tender Family Pack at 4,310 total calories, both figures cover the entire shared meal, not a single serving. Divide by your actual guest count for a rough per-person estimate. The 2-Meat Bundle at $49.99 is the most practical starting point for a family of 4, it includes enough protein variety without over-ordering.

By the Pound (Catering and Bulk Orders)

ItemPriceCalories (per lb)
Pulled Pork (lb)$16.991,320 cal
Sliced Pork (lb)$17.991,180 cal
Whole Chicken (lb)$16.99820 cal
Pulled Chicken (lb)$16.99740 cal
Sliced Turkey (lb)$16.99770 cal
Sliced Brisket (lb)$23.991,320 cal
Baby Back Ribs$19.99750 cal (per lb)

Calories sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide, per pound. Sliced Brisket at $23.99 per pound is the most expensive item on the entire menu, reflecting how labor-intensive brisket is to smoke correctly, and it’s also one of the higher-calorie options by weight. Bulk pound-pricing is the standard way to order for a party or event without going through the Family Meals menu.

If you’re comparing barbecue against another casual dining option for a group, our Outback Steakhouse menu is a useful side-by-side on portion size and per-person pricing.

Sauces and Rubs

ItemPriceCalories (per serving)
Original BBQ Sauce$3.9960 cal
Sweet BBQ Sauce$3.9970 cal
Sizzlin’ BBQ Sauce$3.9960 cal
Mustard BBQ Sauce$3.9930 cal
Dry Rub$3.99Negligible, no added liquid calories

Calories sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide, per standard sauce serving. Mustard Sauce is the lowest-calorie option at 30 calories per serving. Sizzlin’ is the spicy option, Sweet is the most kid-friendly, and Mustard is the closest thing to a Carolina-style sauce on the lineup. Original is the standard table sauce most first-time visitors try.

Kids Meals

ItemPriceCalories
Chicken Tenders$5.99380 cal
Kids Ribs$6.99290-330 cal
Cheeseburger$5.99430 cal
Grilled Cheese$5.99410 cal
Hot Dog$5.99310 cal

Calories sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide, entree only, before any added side or drink. Kids Ribs at 290 to 330 calories is a real, smaller portion of the same signature ribs on the adult menu, not just a downsized side item, a nice touch for younger diners who want to try what the adults are having.

Sonny’s BBQ Catering

Sonny’s offers catering through its online ordering system or by contacting the catering team directly at your local restaurant. Catering draws from the same By the Pound menu above for bulk meats, plus sides and bread in larger portions, available for pickup or delivery depending on location. Family packs and full catering menus are available at every location, minimum lead time varies by restaurant, so call ahead for events over 15 to 20 people. Sides are also available by the pound in small, medium, and large trays for group orders, ask your local restaurant for exact tray pricing since it varies by market.

Q Crew Rewards

Sonny’s BBQ runs a loyalty program called Q Crew Rewards through its free mobile app. New members get $5 off their next entree just for signing up. After that, you earn 10 points for every dollar spent, redeemable for free menu items.

The program has three tiers based on how much you spend in a calendar year: Sweet ($0 to $499), Smokin’ ($500 to $999), and Sizzlin’ ($1,000 and up). Your spending total resets every January, but once you unlock a tier, you keep that status for 12 months before you need to requalify. The app is free on the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Sonny’s BBQ Calories and Nutrition Guide

Every calorie figure in this guide is sourced directly from Sonny’s official nutrition documentation, published by Sonny’s Franchise Company, not estimated. A few standout numbers worth knowing: the lightest full meal on the menu is the Pulled Chicken Dinner at 880 calories, and the lightest sandwich is the Grilled Chicken Sandwich at 390 calories. On the heavier end, the Family Feast (feeds 4) totals 7,410 calories across the whole shared meal, and the Cinnamon Sugar Donut alone runs 1,050 calories.

If you’re managing sodium or fat intake specifically, note that many Signature BBQ dinners run 1,500 to 3,400mg of sodium per plate, largely from the sauces and rubs. Ordering meat without added sauce, or on the side, is the simplest way to cut sodium significantly. For full nutritional breakdowns including fat, sodium, and allergen details for any item not listed above, the official guide is available directly from sonnysbbq.com.

Allergen Information

Sonny’s BBQ prepares food in shared kitchen environments, so cross-contact with common allergens, including wheat, dairy, soy, and shellfish (in some fried items), is possible across the menu. If you have a serious food allergy, ask your local restaurant for their current allergen guide before ordering rather than relying on this summary.

Does Sonny’s BBQ Menu and Pricing Vary by Location?

Yes, and if you searched for a specific city, this is the section for you. Sonny’s BBQ operates 90 restaurants across eight Southeastern states, including Florida cities like Tallahassee, Gainesville, Lakeland, Ocala, Pensacola, Sarasota, Vero Beach, and Palm Harbor, plus locations in Georgia, South Carolina, Kentucky, Mississippi, and beyond. Pricing, portion sizes on some sides, and available specials can all vary by location, since franchise owners set some pricing independently.

The core menu itself, ribs, brisket, pulled pork, chicken, and the standard sides, is consistent chain-wide. What changes is pricing, local specials, and sometimes seasonal item availability. Rather than searching city by city, the fastest way to confirm pricing for your specific location is the official store locator at sonnysbbq.com, which lets you pull up your nearest restaurant’s current menu and hours directly.

Sonny’s BBQ vs Competitors

Sonny’s BBQ vs Famous Dave’s: Both are full-service barbecue chains, but Sonny’s has a stronger Southeastern footprint while Famous Dave’s skews more Midwest. Sonny’s Family Meals tend to offer a lower per-person cost for groups. Famous Dave’s has a broader sauce lineup on the table, Sonny’s keeps its five-sauce lineup simpler.

Sonny’s BBQ vs Outback Steakhouse: If you’re deciding between barbecue and steakhouse for a group dinner, Outback generally runs higher per-plate but offers a broader non-BBQ menu. Sonny’s wins clearly on value for feeding a larger group through its Family Meals and By the Pound options.

What sets Sonny’s apart from counter-service BBQ chains: Sonny’s is a full table-service restaurant, not a counter or cafeteria-style setup. That means a server takes your order and brings food to your table, which changes the pace of a visit compared to counter chains where you order and carry your own tray. It’s a meaningful difference if you’re deciding where to take a group.

A Short History of Sonny’s BBQ

Sonny’s BBQ started as a single restaurant on Waldo Road in Gainesville, Florida, opened on April 17, 1968, by Floyd “Sonny” Tillman and his wife Lucille. The original menu covered pork, beef, ribs, chicken, beans, and a handful of sides, largely the same core lineup the chain still serves today. The company began franchising in 1977 and had grown to 77 restaurants across six states by 1988, when Tillman sold the company to outside investors. Bob Yarmuth purchased the company in 1991. Today Sonny’s BBQ operates 90 restaurants across eight Southeastern states and is headquartered in Winter Park, Florida. Floyd “Sonny” Tillman passed away in December 2025 at age 96, remembered as the man who put Gainesville barbecue on the map.

Sonny’s BBQ Hours and Ordering

Typical hours run Monday through Thursday 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday and Saturday 11 AM to 9:30 PM, and Sunday 11 AM to 9 PM, though hours vary by location and holiday schedules can differ. Always confirm with your local restaurant before visiting.

Sonny’s BBQ offers dine-in, takeout, drive-through at select locations, and delivery through the Sonny’s BBQ app and website. Third-party delivery availability varies by location.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Sonny’s BBQ menu prices?

Prices range from about $1.99 for a side item to $23.99 for sliced brisket by the pound. Most individual plates and sandwiches fall between $9 and $20. Prices vary by location, so confirm at your nearest restaurant before ordering.

What is the Big Deal at Sonny’s BBQ?

The Big Deal is the upgrade option on any sandwich, adding two sides and a drink for roughly $3.50 to $4.00 more than ordering the sandwich alone. It’s almost always a better value than adding sides separately if you want a full meal.

Does Sonny’s BBQ offer catering?

Yes. Catering is available through the online ordering system or by contacting your local restaurant’s catering team directly. It draws from the By the Pound menu for bulk meats, plus larger portions of sides and bread, available for pickup or delivery depending on location.

Are Sonny’s BBQ prices the same at every location?

No. Sonny’s BBQ operates 90 franchised and company-owned restaurants across eight Southeastern states, and pricing can vary by location. The core menu is consistent, but exact prices and some specials differ by restaurant.

Does Sonny’s BBQ have a downloadable menu PDF?

Sonny’s BBQ doesn’t publish one official, always-current PDF menu with prices, since pricing varies by location and changes over time. Sonny’s does publish an official nutrition PDF with exact calorie data, which this guide uses as its source, but that document doesn’t include pricing. This live guide is checked and updated more often than a static PDF could be for pricing specifically. Download unofficial Sonny’s BBQ Menu here.

What is Q Crew Rewards?

Q Crew Rewards is Sonny’s BBQ’s loyalty program. New members get $5 off their next entree for signing up, then earn 10 points per dollar spent afterward, redeemable for free items. It has three spending tiers, Sweet, Smokin’, and Sizzlin’, that reset every January. Sign up through the free Sonny’s BBQ app.

How many calories are in Sonny’s BBQ meals?

It depends heavily on the item and format. The lightest full dinner is Pulled Chicken at 880 calories, while a Baby Back Ribs Dinner runs 1,510 calories. Sandwiches range from 390 calories (Grilled Chicken) to 1,090 calories (Sonny’s Cuban). All figures are sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide and are covered by category throughout this page.

What sauces does Sonny’s BBQ offer?

Five house sauces: Original, Sweet, Sizzlin’ (spicy), Mustard, and a Dry Rub for a no-sauce option. Sizzlin’ is the spiciest, Sweet is the most kid-friendly, and Mustard is the closest to a Carolina-style sauce. Mustard is also the lowest-calorie sauce option at 30 calories per serving.

What are the best-value items at Sonny’s BBQ?

The Pitmaster Pick 4 Combo works out to about $5.00 per meat, the most efficient single order on the menu. The 2-Meat Bundle at $49.99 offers the strongest per-person value for a family of 4.

Does Sonny’s BBQ have a kids menu?

Yes. Kids Meals run $5.99 to $6.99 and include Chicken Tenders, Kids Ribs, a Cheeseburger, Grilled Cheese, and a Hot Dog, each sized for younger diners and each under 450 calories per official nutrition data.

Where did Sonny’s BBQ start?

Sonny’s BBQ started in Gainesville, Florida, in 1968, opened by Floyd “Sonny” Tillman and his wife Lucille on Waldo Road. It’s now headquartered in Winter Park, Florida, with 90 locations across eight Southeastern states.

How many Sonny’s BBQ locations are there?

Sonny’s BBQ operates 90 restaurants across eight Southeastern states as of 2026, including Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Mississippi, and Kentucky.

Does Sonny’s BBQ offer delivery?

Yes, through the Sonny’s BBQ app and website directly, plus third-party delivery availability that varies by location. Check your local restaurant for current delivery options.

What is the difference between the Family Feast and the Meat Bundles?

The Family Feast is a fixed $65.99 package that officially feeds about 4 people at 7,410 total calories. The Meat Bundles (2, 3, or 4 meats) let you choose which proteins are included, starting at $49.99 for the 2-meat option, giving more flexibility if your group has different preferences.

Is Sonny’s BBQ a franchise?

Yes. Sonny’s BBQ has franchised since 1977, and most of its 90 current locations are independently owned and operated, which is part of why pricing and some specials vary by restaurant.

Who founded Sonny’s BBQ?

Floyd “Sonny” Tillman founded Sonny’s BBQ with his wife Lucille in 1968 in Gainesville, Florida. He passed away in December 2025 at age 96.

Where can I see Sonny’s BBQ menu prices for my exact location?

Use the official store locator at sonnysbbq.com or the Sonny’s BBQ app, select your nearest restaurant, and the menu and prices shown will reflect that specific location rather than the national averages used in this guide.

Is the Sonny’s BBQ menu the same as the printable menu at the restaurant?

The core categories match, ribs, brisket, pulled pork, sides, and family meals are consistent chain-wide. In-restaurant menus may show slightly different pricing, item names, or seasonal items specific to that location, so treat the printed or in-store menu as the final word on same-day pricing and naming.

How current is this Sonny’s BBQ price list?

This guide is checked and updated regularly, most recently verified in September 2026, with calorie data sourced from Sonny’s own published nutrition guide. Prices can still shift by location and over time, so for same-day accuracy, confirm with your local restaurant or the Sonny’s BBQ app before ordering.

Does Sonny’s BBQ menu change between lunch and dinner?

Yes, in a real way. Sonny’s official nutrition data lists separate Lunch Plates for several Signature BBQ items, generally slightly smaller and lower-calorie than the Dinner versions. Ask about lunch plate pricing and portions at your local restaurant if you’re visiting earlier in the day.

What’s the easiest way to find a specific Sonny’s BBQ location’s menu?

The official store locator at sonnysbbq.com is the most reliable option, it shows the exact menu, hours, and any location-specific pricing for your nearest restaurant, rather than relying on a general search.

Expert Picks

Best value for a family: the 2-Meat Bundle at $49.99, enough variety for 4 people without over-ordering.

Best single plate: the Pick 3 Combo at $17.99, the most efficient way to try ribs, brisket, and pulled pork in one order.

Best budget entry point: the Pork Sandwich at $9.29, the most affordable way to try the signature slow-smoked pulled pork, or the Big Deal version at $13.29 for a complete meal.

Lightest full meal: the Pulled Chicken Dinner at 880 calories, the lowest-calorie Signature BBQ plate on the menu.

Best for events: By the Pound ordering, more flexible than the fixed Family Meals if your group has specific preferences.

Price Disclaimer

This is an independent guide. Prices and menu items are estimates based on available data and vary by state, city, and franchise location. Calorie data is sourced from Sonny’s official nutrition guide but may not reflect the most recent menu updates at every location. Always confirm current pricing and item availability at your nearest location, on the Sonny’s BBQ app, or on sonnysbbq.com before ordering. TheMenuPrices.com is not affiliated with Sonny’s BBQ.