The tasting room sets up on soft grass under sprawling trees, barn doors swung wide to let in orchard air and laughter. Stage tunes heat up alongside the pizza oven, cider glasses chilled against wood tabletops.
What to Expect:
🍏 House-made, mostly dry English-style ciders poured fresh in the orchard barn
🍕 Brick oven pizza hot from the kitchen, plus chestnuts and simple snacks
🎶 Live music and performances most weekends on a rustic stage
🌳 Outdoor seating under the ancient oak, orchard views everywhere
👧 Family and dog friendly picnic spots; bouncy castle for kids
Important Information:
✔ Counter service at the bar; food truck kitchen for pizza
✔ Outdoor tables on grass; not wheelchair accessible—restrooms in barn
✔ Open weekends only, seasonally—best in fall apple season
✔ Cider by glass, flights, and take-home bottles; guest beers and house kombucha available
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
🍂 Fall Rush: The orchard is at its peak from mid-September through October—expect cider releases and buzzing crowds.
⏰ Early Settle: Arrive by 12:00 PM if you want first pick of picnic tables and shorter pizza lines.
🎸 Stage Left: Best views and sound for music are near the edge of the barn, by the big oak.
🧺 Bring a Blanket: Extra seating can be scarce—locals often sprawl out on the grass with picnic gear on busy weekends.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise the dry, well-made cider, orchard setting, and unique live music lineup—perfect for relaxed afternoons. Pizza gets called out as a standout, though food variety is limited. Most find staff and management welcoming, but occasional complaints surface around organization and slow opening weekends. Crowds peak for music, but quieter hours mean easy conversation and space under the oaks. Good value for cider and scenery; travelers especially love the sense of place.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
