Natural light spills over big communal tables in the century-old mill, while the clink of glasses mixes with cider aroma from the taps. It's the kind of place where weekends start slow and end with stories over one more flight.
What to Expect:
🍏 Rotating selection of house craft ciders from dry to offbeat infusions
🥨 Pretzels, pizzas, and simple snacks to keep you sipping
🃏 Board games and checker tables for all ages
🌳 Walk-up outdoor patio with picnic benches
👨👩👧 Kid- and pet-friendly environment
Important Information:
✔ No reservations—walk-ins only
✔ Fully wheelchair accessible including restrooms and outdoor seating
✔ Outside food is welcome; quick bites available
✔ Cider flights, NA sodas, apple juice for kids
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🍎 Weekly Rotator: New ciders hit the tap list most Fridays—ask what's just been tapped.
🕒 Sweet Spot: Arrive before 5:00 PM to settle in before the groups roll through for evening flights.
🌄 Patio Angle: Early evening sun slants across the outdoor tables—the best spot for late rays and people-watching.
🎲 Game On: The checkerboard tables double as chess boards—bring your own pieces or borrow from the bar.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise Awestruck Mill for its wide, changing cider lineup—many sampling all with flights or pints. Staff draw consistent warmth for friendliness and fast service, even on busy weekend nights. Families and larger groups note the ease of seating, with games for kids and space for laughter. Food is casual and suited for snacking. Most reviews highlight both the ciders and the laid-back feel, with only rare misses (an off tap or two) quickly overshadowed by return visits.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Fully wheelchair accessible. Entrance has a graduated ramp, wide aisles throughout, and ADA restroom. Outdoor patio is level with low and high picnic tables.
