Their smoked chicken wings are pretty fire. If you like whiskey at any price then this is your place.
Service: 5
James Ponicsan
Loved the atmosphere, and the service was very good. The brisket was not all that great. I have had better at Sonny's. I didn't like any of the sauces. I probably would not come back as overall, it was just OK. There are too many places that serve great brisket with killer sauce to go back to a place that was just OK.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Rafael Garzon
Great place for a Southern BBQ experience, a BBQ gem in Gainesville. We ordered fried pickles to get in the mood followed by two pork dishes a North Carolina pork and the Pork Shoulder Pulled Pork. Very good taste and the sauces come on the side so you can get as much or little as you want. Definitely recommended and will come again to try other items on the menu.
Stayed in Gainesville for the night after a campus tour for my son. Decided to eat here with the good reviews. Happy with the choice. I've tried tons of bbq all across the south from big names to the gem holes in the walls of small towns. It is rare to find downtown bbq joints that hit the mark. I have to say the bbq was on point here. I had the bbq rueben. A bbq first and it was very good. Tender and juicy brisket. My wife had her usual pulled pork and it hit the mark too! Bar tender let me sample the tap and mixed some good drinks for the wife. Reasonable pricing and nice atmosphere. A little dark inside but ok for us. Clean bathrooms and a definte must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
4deepwater8
Excellent food. I had the sliced brisket, which was tender and with great flavor. Mac and cheese was perfect. To go sweet tea is always worth another star. The server was always moving and checking on me. Fantastic lunch, and I will definitely be returning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Brisket, BBQ
Jay
Small portions. Grits were cold. Tiny sandwiches and very little meat. Dismissive service. Dirty and grimy tabletops. Big disappointment. Talks a talk but doesn't walk the walk. Pity.
Kim
This is my go to place for lunch and weekend dinner. The vibe is relaxed with upbeat music playing and TVs along the bar wall to catch up on your favorite sporting event. I have gone to the Jacksonville location and still this is my favorite. I don't eat pork so my meal of choice will sound strange for a Bar-b-que joint. My meal of choice is the salmon with a side salad and fries (disco fries if I've been good all week). Lots of great options including burnt ends, boom boom shrimp and ribs anyway you want them. I will be back at some point this week.
Aaron Rothenberg
The bomb!!!! Ordered the Whole Hawg. This plate easily feeds 3 people and possibly 4. Great food!!!
Recommended dishes: Banana Pudding, Mac & Cheese, Kansas City Burnt Ends, BBQ
Lisa McD.
I’ve never been “steered” wrong with any food choices and drinks here ! ( sorry that was too easy to not put in) We have been a few times. By far, my favorites are the burnt ends appetizer, along with their smoked wings (meaty) and a side of collards (they can stand on their own without the vinegar-delicious). They have various sauces available to add to the meats and sides. From traditional BBQ,to mustards, vinegar and even some spicy hot options. Their macaroni and cheese is creamy with a little crusty coating on top. Excellent. Top it off with a craft beer or one of their numerous well made cocktails from the bar staff (pleasant and friendly) and you soon have a “go to place to “Hog” out ( again too easy).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mac & Cheese, Kansas City Burnt Ends, BBQ, Sauce
D. S.
Get the Smitty with Mac and Cheese. Amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pickles, The Smitty, Kansas City Burnt Ends
Their smoked chicken wings are pretty fire. If you like whiskey at any price then this is your place.
Service: 5
Loved the atmosphere, and the service was very good. The brisket was not all that great. I have had better at Sonny's. I didn't like any of the sauces. I probably would not come back as overall, it was just OK. There are too many places that serve great brisket with killer sauce to go back to a place that was just OK.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Great place for a Southern BBQ experience, a BBQ gem in Gainesville. We ordered fried pickles to get in the mood followed by two pork dishes a North Carolina pork and the Pork Shoulder Pulled Pork. Very good taste and the sauces come on the side so you can get as much or little as you want. Definitely recommended and will come again to try other items on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ
Food was good, service was great.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Very very good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jojo's Fameous Onion Rings, Meat Combo, Smoked Chicken, Fried, Chicken Wings, Boom Boom Shrimp, The Smitty, Beef Brisket, BBQ, Sauce, Wings, BBQ Pit Beans
Stayed in Gainesville for the night after a campus tour for my son. Decided to eat here with the good reviews. Happy with the choice. I've tried tons of bbq all across the south from big names to the gem holes in the walls of small towns. It is rare to find downtown bbq joints that hit the mark. I have to say the bbq was on point here. I had the bbq rueben. A bbq first and it was very good. Tender and juicy brisket. My wife had her usual pulled pork and it hit the mark too! Bar tender let me sample the tap and mixed some good drinks for the wife. Reasonable pricing and nice atmosphere. A little dark inside but ok for us. Clean bathrooms and a definte must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food. I had the sliced brisket, which was tender and with great flavor. Mac and cheese was perfect. To go sweet tea is always worth another star. The server was always moving and checking on me. Fantastic lunch, and I will definitely be returning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Brisket, BBQ
Small portions. Grits were cold. Tiny sandwiches and very little meat. Dismissive service. Dirty and grimy tabletops. Big disappointment. Talks a talk but doesn't walk the walk. Pity.
This is my go to place for lunch and weekend dinner. The vibe is relaxed with upbeat music playing and TVs along the bar wall to catch up on your favorite sporting event. I have gone to the Jacksonville location and still this is my favorite. I don't eat pork so my meal of choice will sound strange for a Bar-b-que joint. My meal of choice is the salmon with a side salad and fries (disco fries if I've been good all week). Lots of great options including burnt ends, boom boom shrimp and ribs anyway you want them. I will be back at some point this week.
The bomb!!!! Ordered the Whole Hawg. This plate easily feeds 3 people and possibly 4. Great food!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Amazing BBQ and overwhelming whiskey selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Banana Pudding, Mac & Cheese, Kansas City Burnt Ends, BBQ
I’ve never been “steered” wrong with any food choices and drinks here ! ( sorry that was too easy to not put in) We have been a few times. By far, my favorites are the burnt ends appetizer, along with their smoked wings (meaty) and a side of collards (they can stand on their own without the vinegar-delicious). They have various sauces available to add to the meats and sides. From traditional BBQ,to mustards, vinegar and even some spicy hot options. Their macaroni and cheese is creamy with a little crusty coating on top. Excellent. Top it off with a craft beer or one of their numerous well made cocktails from the bar staff (pleasant and friendly) and you soon have a “go to place to “Hog” out ( again too easy).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mac & Cheese, Kansas City Burnt Ends, BBQ, Sauce
Get the Smitty with Mac and Cheese. Amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pickles, The Smitty, Kansas City Burnt Ends
The ribs and smoked corn were delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food, great service, always attentive
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ
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