Sonny’s BBQ summer menu is heating up with new ribs, sliders, and southern sides that celebrate the bold flavors of backyard BBQ.

Sonny’s BBQ is a barbecue chain that has become a staple of Southern comfort food, particularly across Florida and the Southeastern United States. So, of course, you can find a location near Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World. Founded in 1968 in Gainesville, Florida, Sonny’s specializes in slow-smoked meats and classic BBQ sides, serving up hearty meals with a distinctly laid-back, friendly atmosphere.

Known for its generous portions and affordable pricing, Sonny’s menu features BBQ staples like pulled pork, sliced brisket, baby back ribs, and smoked turkey. Their signature slow-smoking process over oak wood imparts a deep, rich flavor to the meats, drawing guests back time and again. House-made sauces—including Sweet, Sizzlin’, Smokey, and Mustard—allow customers to customize each bite to their personal taste.

Beyond the meats, Sonny’s BBQ offers a full range of Southern-style sides like baked beans, mac and cheese, fried okra, and coleslaw. Their garlic bread and cornbread are favorites as well, perfectly complementing the smoky main dishes. Combination platters and family-style meals make it easy to feed a crowd.

Many Sonny’s locations maintain a casual, rustic décor and Southern hospitality that reflect its humble beginnings. Seasonal specials and limited-time offerings keep the menu fresh, while loyalty programs and online ordering options cater to modern diners.

Sonny’s BBQ Summer Menu

Speaking of seasonal specials and limited-time offerings, Sonny’s BBQ summer menu has items featuring smoky, bold flavors and a hint of sweet corn. Sonny’s BBQ stated in a press release that ” Summer is heating up, and so is Sonny’s BBQ.” The restaurant chain debuted its summer lineup of new menu items designed to elevate any summer BBQ experience. From bold, smoky appetizers like the creamy BBQ Street Corn Dip, featuring roasted corn, to innovative sandwiches, tender ribs, and a contemporary spin on sweet desserts, homemade cornbread cakes layered with juicy strawberries and topped with whipped cream. Sonny’s BBQ claims that the menu brings classic backyard BBQ flavors to the forefront.

“Summer and BBQ go hand in hand, and this year, we wanted to create a menu that’s as vibrant and flavorful as the season itself,” says Shannon Snell, head pitmaster for Sonny’s BBQ. “Our new menu captures the essence of summertime with flavors that are bold, bright, and made to share. Whether you’re kicking back with friends or gathering for a family feast, the summer menu is a celebration of the season.”

Inspired by guest feedback on what they would enjoy at a weekend BBQ, Sonny’s Pitmasters crafted the Sonny’s BBQ summer menu to capture both familiar classics and surprising new flavors, delighting guests and making the most of the season. Here’s a closer look at the new Sonny’s BBQ summer menu items:

New Sonny’s BBQ Summer Menu Items

APPETIZERS

• BBQ Street Corn Dip: A smokey, creamy blend of roasted corn, red onion, red pepper, tomato, cheese, Smokin’ Ranch, lime, and bold seasonings. Served with house made BBQ Chips.
• Seasonal Wings: Smoked Wings tossed in a Tennessee Vinegar or Sonny’s Competition BBQ Sauce.

SANDWICHES

• Tennessee Vinegar Pork Sandwich: Half-pound of Pulled Pork topped with house- pickled onions and drizzled with a tangy vinegar sauce on a bun.
• Slider Trio: Pulled Pork, Chopped Brisket, and Pulled Chicken, each on a bun, served with house-pickled onions, pickles, and a side of Tennessee Vinegar and Sonny’s Competition BBQ sauces.

ENTREES

• Sonny’s Competition Ribs: St. Louis Ribs grilled and basted with our signature Competition BBQ sauce for the perfect balance of smoky, saucy, and caramelized flavor.

PREMIUM SIDES 

• BBQ Wedge: Iceberg lettuce topped with bacon crumbles, red onions, tomatoes, and a drizzle of blue cheese and Sweet BBQ Sauce.
• Brisket Mac & Cheese: Mac & cheese loaded with chopped brisket, crumbled cornbread, pork rub, and a drizzle of Sweet BBQ Sauce.

DESSERTS

• Strawberry Corncake: Sweet, homemade cornbread cakes layered with juicy strawberries and topped with whipped cream.

With Sonny’s BBQ summer menu alongside guest favorite classics, the restaurant invites guests to stop by their local Sonny’s BBQ to enjoy the summer flavors. Guests can also join the Sonny’s BBQ loyalty program to get more value from every bite. First-time guests receive $5 off an entrée and start earning points for sizzling deals.

To learn more about Sonny’s BBQ, visit SonnysBBQ.com.

Sonny’s BBQ

Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time visitor, Sonny’s BBQ delivers a satisfying, authentic barbecue experience that honors the traditions of Southern cooking with every plate. It’s a go-to spot for anyone craving real-deal BBQ done right.

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