BBQ restaurants in Mills 50: ranked picks
Mills 50 doesn't have a long list of dedicated BBQ spots, but the two here sit at very different points in their story. Our methodology weighs review volume and consistency alongside rating, which is why one clear leader emerges below.
This stretch of Winter Park draws a mix of neighborhood regulars and catering orders from nearby offices, so reliability under volume matters as much as flavor.
4 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sonny's BBQ | 87 | 4.6 (4089) | moderate | bbq catering |
| 2 | City Barbeque | 87 | 4.7 (2435) | moderate | texas style bbq |
| 3 | 4 Rivers Smokehouse | 85 | 4.6 (4337) | moderate | Brisket and catering orders |
| 4 | Sweet & Sassy Hickory Smokehouse | 71 | 4.8 (26) | — | Curious first-timers |
Ranked picks
Sonny's BBQ
score 87/100Laura and the team earn consistent five-star marks for warmth and energy behind the counter.
City Barbeque
score 87/100Staff greet regulars by name and go out of their way to make guests feel welcomed; the brisket, pulled pork, and ribs earn consistent praise for moisture and flavor.
4 Rivers Smokehouse
score 85/100With 4,337 reviews at a 4.6 average, it's the proven pick for tender brisket, fresh bakery items, and food that holds up through delivery or catering.
Sweet & Sassy Hickory Smokehouse
score 71/100A 4.8 rating is promising, but with only 26 reviews there's not yet enough volume to call this a reliable read.