Sugarfire Smoke House will be open for business in Arnold beginning this Monday, January 9. The new location will be open daily from 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
The restaurant marks the 14th location for the popular barbecue chain and the second franchise of the brand for operators Gregg Medeiros, Tom Lombardo, Tyson Long, and John Brauch. (Of the 14 locations, eight are franchise-owned.)
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“We are beyond elated to bring Sugarfire to Jefferson County,” Medeiros said in a release. “Prior to opening our O’Fallon location, I owned and operated restaurants in Jefferson County for many years. It’s my home. The community is my family. We look forward to many years of enriching and serving the community.”
The new location will serve the traditional smoked meats and sides that have become synonymous with Sugarfire. Dishes include brisket, baby back ribs, turkey, salmon and pulled pork. The restaurant will also feature signature sandwiches, such as the Big Muddy (pictured above) and Brisket Cheesesteak. Dessert options include house-made pies from Sugarfire co-owner and pastry chef Carolyn Downs.
The 5,300-square-foot space is located in the Water Tower Place and Shoppes Center, at the intersection of I-55 and Highway 141. A 100-seat banquet space is also available for events. Patio seating will open in the spring.
Construction on the new location began last September. To commemorate the occasion, Sugarfire set up a food truck at the new spot and gave away 1,000 pulled pork sandwiches. All proceeds were donated to the Arnold Food Pantry.
A percentage of the opening day’s proceeds will go toward Helping Hands and Horses, a nearby therapeutic horse riding program for people with disabilities. “A commitment to our neighbors is one of the most integral parts of the Sugarfire culture,” Lombardo said.
