Royal 38

A British Legacy

90 Years in the Making

For generations, the Ace Cafe has been the gathering place for those passionate about rock 'n roll culture and a love of fast-moving metal

Claim Your Spot in the Royal 38!

The coolest dining & entertainment scene this side of the pond! Royal 38 is an exclusive paid membership experience tailored to celebrate 'Friends of the Ace' - those who were there for us as we established Ace Cafe Sanford in 2025. The Royal 38 collective celebrates the spirit, history, and culture of Ace Cafe's storied British legacy - that began in 1938 - with exclusive member-only perks in the areas of dining, bar, entertainment, and VIP access, offered continuously, and with additional benefits added periodically. Membership is limited, and by invitation only.

Only 100 members will be accepted and active in Royal 38, ensuring that the splendid interest in Ace's sacred trinity of bikes, cars, and rock 'n roll can be enjoyed long into the future.

Royal 38 Membership Fees

To Join: $5,000 per year (for 12 months of benefits). Annual fees and payment schedule as outlined below.

Only 100 memberships in total, limited space remaining. Annual 12 month agreements only. First come, first serve.

Pay Up Front: $5,000 (for 12 months, billed annually)

Pay Quarterly: $1,250 (billed quarterly)

Agreements are for 12 months running. Cancel at any time, no hidden fees or penalties. No refunds for unused portions of membership. Annual and Quarterly plans renew automatically, and are due at the start of the year or quarter, so membership may continue.

* Royal 38 membership is a Gentleman's agreement, created with the utmost respect for our members.

Community

Passion

Unity

Exclusive Royal 38 Perks

Member Card

Sleek black metal membership card, personalized and numbered, with swipe access for quick check-in and charging at Ace's Royal 38 Sitting Room.

Welcome Swag

Limited Edition Royal 38 t-shirt, Royal 38 lapel pin, and Royal 38 decal, and other as-yet-undetermined but way-cool merch.

First Access

Early access to concerts and event ticket sales before the public; Royal 38 Sitting Room access includes all-day DIY coffee & tea station, non-perishable grab & go snacks, private access to the Rockstar Bar, Private Dining area, Private Happy Hour, and more.

VIP Backstage Pass

During concerts, visiting garage nights, meet & greets, outside hospitality events, and much more.

Whiskey Barrel Select

Royal 38 members will vote on which Whiskey barrels Ace buys twice per year, and receive their own special edition bottles of each with lush speakeasy pub tendencies. Cheers!

Premium Select Hand-rolled Cigars

Members get special picks and pricing from our cigar proprietor, to be enjoyed on the Ace patio with other discerning Royal 38 cigar connoisseur members, likely with a glass of your own Whiskey Barrel select!

Concierge Service

A dedicated Royal 38 staff member is on-hand to assist members with reservations, ticket requests, or event inquiries.

First Available Priority Tables

Skip the line and the wait list. Get the first available table, or make a reservation inside the Ace. Always.

Invitations

To quarterly events featuring whiskey pairings, behind-the-scenes meets with cool Ace guests, chef-curated dinners, and more. Upcharges may apply.

Special Guest Privileges

Receive 4 complimentary guest passes per year for concerts or special events, some blackout dates apply. Option to purchase additional guest passes at exclusive member-only rates.

Member Hall of Fame

Get your name & number engraved on the Royal 38 Wall of Fame, commemorating your inaugural support of Ace Cafe Sanford's new legacy for all those that follow to only dream about.

Royal 38 Member Cards

Royal 38 members get a really cool way to identify themselves at the Ace, to each other, and to access their perks:

Sleek black metal Swipe Card with the Royal 38 logo emblazoned upon it, including Member Name and Member Number
Swipe Card provides ID and access into Ace's exclusive Royal 38 Sitting Room
One card per member, non-transferable. Renews automatically quarterly

Limited Membership Availability

Become a part of Ace Cafe's storied 90-year history and enjoy unparalleled access to the coolest dining & entertainment experience this side of the pond, maybe anywhere! Only 100 memberships available, by invitation only. Royal 38 ensures exclusivity and member perks. Additional benefits periodically being revealed.

Royal 38 Members are expected to hold each other in high esteem, treat the Ace with respect, use good judgement at all times, and enjoy the premises. Membership may be revoked for behavior inconsistent with Royal 38 / Ace Cafe Sanford standards and practices. Deviations will not be tolerated.

Membership renews automatically quarterly.