text: I was on a work assignment in Mesa and wanted to try something local for dinner so was searching restaurants.com when I stumbled upon \"5 Star BBQ\" and read the numerous great reviews.  I then double checked on Yelp, saw the overall 4 stars, bought the $10 coupon for the $4 price and made a special trip to go there.\n\nI am rating it 3 stars which in Yelp terms means A-OK.\nThat means it is not bad but not fantastic either and part of this would be myself learning what to order.\n\n*** SHORT STORY - I would definitely return but next time for the pulled pork and pepper salad which would yield higher total star ratings on a future review.  Also I would like to come at lunch and try the pork pulled sandwiches ***\n\n\nAs soon as I entered the rustic old facility I smelled a wonderful aroma of smoke.  \nThis was a good sign.  \nI decided on the BBQ sampler plate which would be a smart first choice to see a variety of their offerings.  \n\nIt cost $14.99 for \n- 2 Ribs, \n- 1/4 lb of Pulled Pork\n- 1/4 lb of Brisket and \n- 1 Hot Link plus a side order which I chose to be the Pepper cole slaw.\nSince I also had read the reviews I added a\n- BBQ avocado \nthen included \n-  a soft drink \nTotal price was $19.82 before tip and since I had paid $4 for the $10 coupon it reduced my total to $9.82 meaning I really paid $13.82.\n\nAll food was ready nearly immediately from holding tins in the back and I was politely presented with a plate full.  The pulled pork was the most generous portioning and I'm sure it was well over the 1/4 pound serving.  \n   And I mean well over 1/4 pound.  \nIt was tender and flavorful, meaty and tasty to the point of surprising me that I enjoyed it so much.  \nIt was truly remarkable.\n\nThe Pepper Cole Slaw was exceptionally tasty and I generally can not stand the standard Cole Saw.  But this was different, fresh, bright with a zing that made a nice flavor contrast to the meat.  The two pork ribs were also tender and tasty as was the brisket but both were slightly dried out. The hot link was actually half of a sausage split lengthwise and blackened but still not a full sausage.  The grilled avocado was a novelty and while I love avocados and considered this good to eat it was not so radical that I would be compelled to order it again.\n\nThe owners are friendly and kind, the black sauce is my favorite and the red sauce is a close second all being home made which is a nice touch.  I used them sparingly and will do so when I come again for the pulled pork!