Sun spills across metal tanks and picnic tables, while the taproom hums with regulars and hikers fresh off the trail. The woodstove glows in winter, and the tent in back fills with folks chasing that late-day light.
What to Expect:
🍺 Broad Catskill beers lineup—pale ales, lagers, sours, seasonals
🍔 Food truck Thursday–Sunday: burgers, truffle fries, blackened chicken, specials
🎶 Weekend live music in the beer garden and tent, weather permitting
🐶 Dogs welcome inside and out; picnic tables and tented seating
🔥 Woodstove tent for fall and winter hangouts
Important Information:
✔ Taproom: bar service, picnic-style seating inside/out
✔ Wheelchair accessible entry, seating, and restrooms
✔ No reservations; groups welcome, seating is first come
✔ Full draft lineup, canned beer to-go, NA options, and rotating food truck menu
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
🍺 New Release Drops: Ask at the bar for what’s just tapped—new cans and seasonals drop Fridays, often gone by Sunday.
🥾 Pre/Post-Hike Stop: Best time for a quiet pint is weekday afternoons before the dinner crowd rolls in, especially on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
🪩 Music Under the Tent: Weekend afternoons often mean live music in the garden—bring a blanket if you plan to settle in.
🧥 Jacket Needed in Fall: Tent and patio seating are open year-round, but it gets chilly when the sun drops behind the trees.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Local and visiting crowds call out the fresh, creative beers—especially Devil’s Path IPA, Ball Lightning, and sours—plus knowledgeable, upbeat bartenders. The on-site food truck gets high marks for burgers and truffle fries, though some wish for broader options. The brewery’s woodstove tent and picnic table garden offer plenty of spots for gathering with friends, pups, or kids. Live music and a friendly, lively buzz make weekends busiest. Some mention higher pint prices; rare complaints about food truck hours or noise but most leave eager for another round.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Devil's Path IPA; Freak Tractor; Ball Lightning Pilsner; Rat Face McDougal; Grass Wagon pale ale; Floodwatch; Seasonal releases; Sours; Beer flights; Canned beer to-go; Food truck: Catskill Burger, blackened chicken sandwich, truffle fries, specials; NA options
Accessibility
Ramp at the main entry, accessible restrooms, and step-free seating both inside and in the tent. Most picnic tables are standard height; flat gravel patio. Staff available to assist.
