The Take
Sonny's BBQ nails slow-smoked pulled pork, brisket, and ribs with Certified Angus options, yet the sides and sauces bury the flavor under vegetable oils and corn syrup. Nostalgia buyers chasing 'real pit' status end up coping with chain-grade industrial shortcuts on every plate.
The meats stand out for actual smoke and quality sourcing. Everything else signals the usual fast-casual trap of hidden soy oil in fries, dressings, and tots.
The Verdict
The pit meats deliver the only real value here. Everything else turns the meal into a seed-oil delivery system dressed up as Southern comfort.
Order the brisket or pulled pork plate with BBQ beans and coleslaw, sauce on the side.
Common Questions
Is Sonny's BBQ healthy?
No. Pit meats deliver but seed oils in fries and soy in dressings plus corn syrup sauces undermine it.
Does Sonny's BBQ use seed oils?
Yes. Vegetable and soy oil run through the fries, fried items, and many dressings.
What should you avoid at Sonny's BBQ?
Fried appetizers, loaded tots, wings, and any ranch dressing.
