US
Illinois
East St. Louis

Big Mama's Bbq Express

5900 St Clair Ave, East St. Louis, Illinois 62203 USA

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Opens Fri 11a

Independent
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Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible
Outdoor
Seating
No Wifi

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“Proudly serving the Best BBQ in Missouri and Illinois”

Family tradition, quality products, pride in our work, and of course our secret herbs & spices, make Mama's a premier destination in St. Louis. ST. LOUIS STYLE BBQ!!! The St. Louis barbecue style is always pork with a sweet tomato-based sauce. The pulled pork samich is the top contender of the style, usually topped with coleslaw. We love St. Louis and it shows in our quality St. Louis Style BBQ. The ribs are textbook with a peppery exterior, but meaty and tender on the inside.

Reviewed by
Rebekah B.

March 15, 2024

Absolutely delicious, wonderful service, and despite it warning of a long wait, our food was out the window pretty quickly. We'll for sure be back to try more! Read more

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Michelle L.

March 02, 2024

I've never lived in IL but I do work in IL and have been around this area all my life. I used to eat at Big Mama's when they had a Belleville location and we carry out from the Washington Park... Read more

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Zach H.

September 27, 2023

Oh yes oh yes this bbq is some of the best! I loved the pulled pork sandwich here with cole slaw . It's such a great deal and only $6 and they give you a ton of meat. I also love the baked beans... Read more

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