SONNY'S BBQ
Does SONNY'S BBQ keep a clean kitchen? Yes — an A grade, 100/100, at its most recent inspection on April 16, 2026. Inspectors cited no violations.
Its most recent inspection on April 16, 2026 cited no violations at all. That puts it among the cleanest kitchens in Seminole County. Menus here flag options for dairy-free, keto, paleo, and nut-aware diners.
A · 100/100 · no violations cited · top of Seminole County
Get directions Call (407) 321-9295
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- A (100/100)
- Violations
- None recorded
- Address
- 3506 S ORLANDO AVE, Sanford, FL
- Cuisine
- American
- Categories
- Barbecue restaurant, American restaurant, Bar & grill, Catering food and drink supplier, Chicken restaurant, Family restaurant
- Price
- $10–20
- Rating
- 4.6 stars (4780 reviews)
- Seats
- 180
- Phone
- (407) 321-9295
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
How guests are treated dominates the conversation here — it comes up in 57% of the 28 reviews. Where how guests are treated comes up, the rating that follows averages 5.0, so it reads as a strength. Speed of service is the next most common subject, in 21% of reviews (averaging 5.0).
5 stars is the modal score, given by 27 of the 28 reviewers who rated. Conspicuously absent: cleanliness, which no reviewer brings up. Of the 28 rated reviews, 27 sit at four stars or better and 0 at two or below.
The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (100/100) and no violations cited. That inspection was on April 16, 2026. The trend across inspections is improvement. Ranked against Seminole County, it is safer than 100% of the restaurants we score. No violations were recorded at that visit, which is the cleanest result available.
Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.
Our own analysis of 28 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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We’ve never been a huge fan of bbq because of past experiences but Sonny’s BBQ in sanford really turned that around for us. We had ordered a Pulled chicken with our sides and sweet carolina. These both tasted amazing. We had 2 servers I believe one was in training it was Braden and Kira and they were both phenomenal. They went above and beyond with service, what they recommended, food came out fast and hot, were super quick with refills and had positive attitudes and smiles. We will be back this was great! Thank you.
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Awesome service and Braeden was awesome… gentle and kind and got our orders down swiftly 💪 the baby back ribs were awesome !
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It was quick and very delicious. I would order the sandwich again, and the beans were excellent on the side. We had the corn tots, which were also very hot. And our server, Shane was extremely helpful. Appreciate having a good meal when you cook every night. Thank you😎
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Jillian was amazing! She was very nice and was quick with giving me my food! I would totally eat back here again just for her!
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Jillian was amazing…quick, super courteous, accurate and phenomenal at remembering what everyone at our table was drinking. The meal was well prepared and tasty. Try the Prime Rib sandwich. You won’t be disappointed. Do be aware that the Premium Sides are a little more expensive. Don’t be surprised.
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Gillian was great. We are entertaining friends from England and she was very informative and efficient.
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Jillian was attentive and the BBQ was delicious!
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The food is always great here. The service is fast and Callie was a wonderful server.
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Food and service was great.
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Jillian was so very friendly, attentive, and the best part of our meal. We are glad that we were able to spend our time breaking bread together in such a wonderful environment.
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Jillian was a great server. Very attentive and pleasant, and cool pink hair!
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jillian was awesome and food was great!
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Jillian J, you are the BEST!!!!!
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service was absolutely awesome. Jenny did a superb job!!!
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Great Carolina sandwich. Braden was awesome.
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Great place and great food! The staff is really nice too!
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Everything was very good and Callie was amazing!!
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Jillian was great! Very sweet and quick with our order
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Braeden was great waitress
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Jillian was awesome and service was great as well as food
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Great food great service. Thank you Jillian.
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Sandwich was ok very little light on meat! Fries were soggy! Wasn't worth $15 dollars
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The food was delicious, the restaurant smells really good and Shane has to be by far the best waiter I’ve ever met and he really has an amazing costumer service. So if you ever see him give the man a really good tip for making the customer feel welcome.
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Jillien was our servicer and she was so great . Super patient and kind , def will be coming back again for her
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Great service from Braeden and Great food
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Braden was awsome.
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Great service and food! The waiter Braeden M is great and attentive!
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I love the loaded tots and the smoked turkey! Ju-li was a sweetheart and helped us order, will be back maybe tomorrow
Overall Score
78 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM to 9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM to 9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM to 9 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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April 16, 2026 · Complaint Partial
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic
No violations cited.
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January 26, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic
- 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
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September 3, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: April 16, 2026