Armadillo Willy's Texas BBQ

Food came not hot at all.

If you're craving some authentic, mouth-watering BBQ in Sunnyvale, look no further than Armadillo Willy's! This place has been a local favorite for a reason, and it consistently delivers on flavor and a fantastic casual dining experience.

From the moment you step in, you're enveloped in that wonderful smoky aroma that promises good things to come. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly, with a classic BBQ joint vibe that makes you feel right at home.

The food here is simply incredible. Their ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and coated in a delicious, tangy sauce that's just perfect. The brisket is another standout, incredibly juicy and packed with smoky goodness. And you absolutely cannot forget their famous mesquite-grilled chicken – it's always cooked to perfection with a fantastic char. They also offer a great selection of sides, from classic coleslaw and potato salad to their hearty chili. Don't skip the cornbread either!

What I really appreciate about Armadillo Willy's is the consistency. Every time I visit, the quality of the food and the friendly service are top-notch. The staff is always welcoming and efficient, ensuring you get your BBQ fix without a long wait.

Whether you're a long-time BBQ enthusiast or just looking for a satisfying and flavorful meal, Armadillo Willy's in Sunnyvale is a must-visit. It's a true gem for anyone who loves great American BBQ!

Dining area is decent.Mediocre bbq, overpriced for the quality and quantity on plates.

Good BBQ, I go fat brisket.
It is healthy, trust me, I am an engineer.

Vegetarian options: Not much

Parking: About 400 spaces

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tater Tots, Sauce, BBQ, Ribs, Texas BBQ Ribs

Awesome BBQ! Great food at a reasonable price. Friendly staff and great experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Texas Trinity BBQ Plate with Chicken Tortilla Soup Upgrade, Tater Tots, Baked Beans, BBQ, Texas BBQ Ribs

Jalapeno cheddar sausage was great. Brisket needed more flavor and was on the dry side.

Excelent food and service,

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good food, you just leave smelling of smoke

Food: 5

The food was okayish. The brisket was great, everything else (ribs and tritip) was a bit dry.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Good sweet potato fries. Really large eating area. Briskets plate will run you $25+.

As a Texas native, I was reluctant to try any barbecue that boasts of tasting like TX. However, longing for that flavor, I've tried a few others since living here for 9 years. I recently gave them a try, with fingers crossed. The moment I stepped into this place I instantly knew they backed up their claim, without having tasted anything! The aroma hit me hard & I was transported back to my favorite restaurant in TX! I tried the brisket, again reluctant, because not many can master a tender brisket! It was unbelievably delicious, super tender, fatty & a little black just the way I love it! ? The chicken is good, as well as the potato salad... great really? The only thing missing for me is baked beans... it's a Southern thing that goes with BBQ like peanut butter & jelly. I can't wait to try everything on the menu! My new favorite restaurant! Sorry I didn't add photos of the juicy brisket... it wasn't on my plate long enough for a photo opp. If 10 stars were possible, this would be it ⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Brisket Plate, Potato Salad, BBQ

I gave it 4 stars because the meal should include a slice of garlic bread as part of the meal. Also, it's self service so I can't really rate the service. Also, I cannot pick recommendations on the meat because I always order pulled pork and it's not on the list.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Delicious baby back ribs, sauce, corn bread and potato salad. Good quantity for the $, too.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Potato Salad, Sauce, BBQ, Ribs

Brisket was dry and overcooked, pinto beans were ok. Portions were not worth $20. Iced tea and service were good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 5

Brisket
- Cooked properly, very tender
- Good bark, about as dark as it gets
- Decent flavor, somewhat masked by char flavor however. Overall 7/10

Sides
- Mac n cheese was above average. 7/10
- Potato salad had good flavor and variety of ingredients. Some chunks of potato were cut large but overall better than average. 8/10

Service
- Very fast & friendly. 10/10
- Beer poured foamy so the keg was switched quickly and glass was topped off within a couple minutes
- Ordered through the website and they were happy to change it from to-go to a tray
- Brisket was ordered as "juicy" but served as chopped. I asked to have slices instead and they accommodated me quickly

Restaurant
- Large amount of space and seating
- Padded seats for increased comfort
- Decent amount of booths
- 3 TVs with sports on
- Good cleanliness

Prices were about expected for the location and food. Overall a good experience, will likely return.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5