Frasher's Smokehouse 3222 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018

"I was born and raised in the St Louis area, until I moved to Phoenix in 2000 when I was 25 years old. I have no idea how long Frasher’s Smokehouse has been around, as I recently just discovered (via a Google search for STL style pizza) that it serves STL style BBQ, pizza, and other goodies. Sad thing is, I’ve driven by this place numerous times and never even considered stopping in. Had there been any indication on the sign out front that it served STL style food, I would have tried it immediately. On to the food, which I will review from a St Louis native’s perspective. My wife started with the St Louis Salad. It was good (similar to Imo’s), but needs more provel cheese. Of course we got the toasted ravioli. The raviolis were slightly smaller than Imo’s, but still great. My son and I shared a large pizza - half pepperoni, half “the works”. It was fantastic. Closest pizza I’ve had to Imo’s outside of STL. The provel cheese was superb. However, where this place really shines is the Burnt Ends, which my wife ordered (and I had to sample). Tender, great smoky flavor, and pairs nicely with three choices of BBQ sauce. After enjoying our entrees, we were too full to have desert, but I just had to get a Gooey Butter Cake to go. I ate it shortly after getting back home, and it was delicious. Now that I know about this place, I will definitely make it a regular place to visit. On to some recommendations… Frasher’s Smokehouse really needs to lean in to its STL roots more. BBQ places are a dime a dozen, which is why I never noticed it before. We were there on a Friday night around 6:00pm, and aside from a local car club that was seated outside, there were only two other parties eating inside. They need something on the sign outside to indicate its STL style. They could also benefit from some STL decor inside the restaurant. Perhaps photos of the Arch, Busch Stadium, Anheuser-Busch signage, Cardinals/Blues sports memorabilia etc. I know there aren’t nearly as many St Louis natives in Phoenix as there are people from Chicago, New York, California, etc., but we are here, and there aren’t really any other places around like home."

"When in town we always come here! Love the St Louis Style Pizza! My hubby loves the sausage and pepperoni on his pizza. YUM!!! I highly recommend this eatery!! You can’t go wrong. Chris was very hospitable and welcoming into the establishment"

"Solid place! Loved the vibe and the food. Can’t go wrong with BBQ and St. Louis pizza."

"This place is great! We drive 10 miles to go here often. Fantastic BBQ, delicious STL Style pizza, and super nice staff. What more could you want? Try meat toasted raviolis for something different and tasty. Also, try their mixed drinks. They have a really good bartender."

"Wow, what a place?!! I went last month and got to meet Mr Frasher who is such a cool, nice, & awesome guy and glad he brought BBQ to Phx. The food was absolutely delicious and so glad I stopped by. The sweet tea is literally the BEST in the valley. Service was great bc the folks are just so nice and they're there for YOU and really put you 1st making sure you got everything you need. The environment was cool and I really liked the decor in there. This wasn't just a meal, it was an experience and can't wait to go back. You GOTTA go there."