Rio Grande Valley

Aces BBQ

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(956) 627-4648111 E. Nolana Ave., McAllen, TX

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111 E. Nolana Ave., McAllen, TX

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Aces BBQ on East Nolana serves brisket, pulled pork, ribs and sausage alongside Mexican plates, tacos and sandwiches like The Ace and a brisket torta. Other Aces locations are in Mission and Edinburg.

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