Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse – American
Step into a legendary temple of Texas barbecue where the intoxicating scent of hickory smoke clings to the air and weathered wood accents tell stories of decades spent perfecting the pit. Generous platters arrive piled high with tender, slow-smoked brisket boasting a peppery bark and fall-off-the-bone ribs that glisten under a signature tangy sauce. Whether you're tucking into a stacked pulled pork sandwich or a hearty multi-meat combo, every bite captures the unpretentious, soulful essence of authentic smokehouse tradition.
1251 West Campbell Road, Richardson TX 75080 https://sonnybryans.com/pages/locations-richardson-campbellRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Dairy-Free at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Richardson has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries - Pint, World Famous Onion Rings - Full Order and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Richardson has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garden Salad, Smokehouse Salad and Potato Salad - Pint. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Richardson has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Big Potato, Apple or Peach Cobbler and Cobbler a la mode. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Richardson has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Richardson has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries - Pint and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Richardson has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Big Potato, Apple or Peach Cobbler and Cobbler a la mode. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Richardson has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garden Salad and Coleslaw - Pint. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Richardson has 5 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garden Salad, Sandwich Plate - Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken and Sandwich Plate - Brisket. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Meat Potato | 8.5 g | 70.5 g |
| Frito Pie | 96.7 g | 54 g |
| Hickory Smoked Wings | 80.7 g | 49.9 g |
| Smokehouse Salad | 43.8 g | 46.9 g |
| Combo Plate | 22.3 g | 39.1 g |
| French Fries - Pint | 63.8 g | 4.1 g |
| Big Chocolate Chip Cookie | 49.2 g | 3.4 g |
| Garden Salad | 11.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Potato Salad - Pint | 14.5 g | 2.5 g |
| Coleslaw - Pint | 30.9 g | 2.5 g |
| Cobbler a la mode | 22.9 g | 1.9 g |
| Sandwich Plate - Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken | 11.6 g | 0.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the delectable, perfectly cooked sandwiches and the intimate setting that makes this a standout neighborhood gem. Celebrated for its warm service and reasonable prices, guests consistently highlight the welcoming atmosphere and high-quality preparation as reasons for a return visit.
Menu
BBQ Plates
- Combo Plate - $18.99: Choose 2 or 3 meats, served with 2 sides, a roll and BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Combo Plate - $23.99: Choose 2 or 3 meats, served with 2 sides, a roll and BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- One Meat Plate - Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken - $17.49: Served with 2 sides and a roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- One Meat Plate - Turkey or Sausage - $17.99: Served with 2 sides and a roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- One Meat Plate - Brisket - $19.99: Served with 2 sides and a roll Available at: dinner, lunch
Rib Dinners
- Rib Dinner - $17.99: Served with 2 sides, a roll and BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Rib Dinner - $23.99: Served with 2 sides, a roll and BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwich Plates
- Sandwich Plate - Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken - $14.49: Served with 2 sides and BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sandwich Plate - Turkey or Sausage - $14.99: Served with 2 sides and BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sandwich Plate - Brisket - $16.49: Served with 2 sides and BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Po'Boy Plate - $16.99: Two meats and cheese on a hoagie bun, served with 2 sides and BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- World Famous Onion Rings - Half Order - $5.99: Five giant hand battered onion rings served with BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- World Famous Onion Rings - Full Order - $8.99: Ten giant hand battered onion rings served with BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hickory Smoked Wings - $13.99: Ten smoked chicken wings: BBQ, Lemon Pepper, Hot, Tangy or Plain Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Potatoes and Other Favorites
- Meat Potato - $13.99: Large Idaho potato stuffed with smokehouse meat, butter, sour cream, cheese, chives and BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Potato - $8.49: Large Idaho potato topped with butter, sour cream, cheese, chives and BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frito Pie - $13.99: Fritos, chopped brisket, BBQ beans, cheese, chives, sour cream and BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Garden Salad - $8.99: Fresh greens, tomatoes, carrots and celery Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smokehouse Salad - $13.99: Garden Salad topped with your favorite smokehouse meat Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- BBQ Beans - Pint - $7.99: Pinto beans with a taste of brisket Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - Pint - $7.99: Mustard, mayonnaise, celery and seasonings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - Pint - $7.99: Green and purple cabbage, carrots, sweet and tangy sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - Pint - $7.99: Golden crispy fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - Pint - $7.99: Elbow macaroni with aged cheddar cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Apple or Peach Cobbler - $4.99: All American fruit cobbler Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Cobbler a la mode - $5.99: Fruit cobbler with ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Big Chocolate Chip Cookie - $3.79: Baked with melted chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners rave about the delectable sandwiches, intimate neighborhood setting, warm service, and high-quality preparation offered at reasonable prices.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) barbecue spot offers a casual, unpretentious atmosphere featuring weathered wood accents and an intimate neighborhood setting.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests enjoy an intimate, welcoming neighborhood setting with a legendary Texas barbecue atmosphere featuring weathered wood accents and hickory smoke.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American smokehouse stands out for its high-quality brisket and ribs, intimate neighborhood atmosphere, and exceptionally diverse dietary options.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Diners rave about the delectable, perfectly cooked sandwiches, intimate neighborhood setting, warm service, and high-quality preparation at reasonable prices.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This neighborhood gem is ideal for dates, offering an intimate setting, warm service, and high-quality barbecue at budget-friendly prices.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is currently operational, with location details and menu information available on their official website.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with high-protein meats, vegetarian mac and cheese, and garden salads suitable for vegan, keto, and gluten-free needs.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The Garden Salad and French Fries are vegan and gluten-free, while the Garden Salad also serves keto and low-carb diets.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, paleo, and mediterranean, with specific options like garden salads and smoked meats.
- Is Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries - Pint, World Famous Onion Rings - Full Order and Garden Salad.
- What can I eat at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse on a dairy-free diet?
- French Fries - Pint, World Famous Onion Rings - Full Order and Garden Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries - Pint and Garden Salad.
- Is Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse?
- Meat Potato, at roughly 70.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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