# Big Mama's BBQ Express > Small barbecue spot with a lively, family-friendly atmosphere and friendly staff. The space feels cozy and quaint, offering well-regarded barbecue and homemade cakes. Some areas like flooring and drive-thru need updates, but the vibe remains positive and welcoming. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Big-Mama's-BBQ-Express - Address: 5900 St Clair Ave, East St Louis, Illinois, United States - Phone: +16183988950 - Website: https://www.bigmamasbbq.net/ ## What it is good for - Caramel — 10/10 - Pulled Pork — 9.5/10 - Salad — 9.3/10 - Cake — 9.2/10 - Potato Salad — 8.8/10 - American Food — 8.7/10 - Food — 8.5/10 - Sandwich — 8/10 - BBQ — 7.5/10 - Barbecue — 7.4/10 - Lunch Spot — 7/10 - Takeout — 6.7/10 - Brisket — 6.7/10 - Ribs — 6.3/10 - Drive Thru — 5.6/10 ## What people say - "I thought the BBQ here was the best I've ever had." - "I found the food to be absolutely fabulous and delicious." - "I thought the caramel cake was the best I've ever tasted." ## Good to know - Expect long wait times during peak hours, especially for lunch. - They often run out of popular items like rib tips and brisket. - Credit cards are accepted, but cash is recommended for quicker service. - The prices are very affordable for the portion sizes offered. - Drive-thru service is available for convenient takeout orders. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.