Five Ace's Smokestaq Lightning

"The family that owns this is fantastic! The food was great! I was nervous about what the portion sizes would provide but while eating my husband and I realized we couldn’t finish it all!! This is a great place for families! Ours enjoyed and will be back for sure!!! Also, they are black owned and family-run! How great!"

"Huge offset meat cooked by time by a true pit master. We stopped in for lunch unsure of what to expect but it was nearby the arch and our parking. It was fantastic kid had sloppy joes which he deemed “incredible” high praise from a Mac and cheese aficionado. We also got a brisket Philly and a chicken"

"Five Aces Deserves Five Stars Wow! After visiting the St. Louis Arch we were strolling around looking for lunch. Stumbling upon Five Aces was the food highlight of our visit. A family run business (all the sons work along with their Mom, Dad & Aunt) showing incredible work ethic and service. They are passionate about their food from smoking on Antonio’s grand daddy’s spit to making sure every customer has what they need. The food….order anything you like, it’s all delicious. The restaurant is in an old late 1800’s building with little restoration, great vibe. They also have a food truck. This is a great locally owned restaurant, hope you enjoy as much as we did!"

"Was just walking around and smelled something amazing in the air and I knew there was some good BBQ in the area, followed the smell and found it!! Let me just start off with the atmosphere was perfect such good energy in the air when you walk in, 2nd the food was hands down the best bbq I have ever had Antonio knows how to cook it up!!! 3rd everyone is so friendly and makes sure the food is top notch just for you! Everything is made from scratch and I think thats what makes it the best!!! Definitely stop by and grab some grub!! You wont regret it!!!"