Creekside Bar & Bistro opens up to creek views, deck boards underfoot, and the low thrum of conversation rolling from bar to waterline. Sunlight hits the tables late in the day, beer glasses glint, and food finds its rhythm between regulars and river watchers.
What to Expect:
🍔 Pub and bistro standards—burgers, wraps, fried green tomatoes, hearty salads
🍹 Well-built cocktails, beer on draft, and wines that suit Creekside hours
🌿 Large deck right over the water with umbrella tables and sunset light
🎶 Occasional live music and events, especially in summer
👩🍳 Women-owned and locally staffed
Important Information:
✔ Table service for meals; full bar with casual walk-in seating
✔ Reservations accepted by phone; walk-ins welcomed
✔ Wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms—all on one level
✔ Kid-friendly menu; high chairs available; brunch Sundays only
✔ Vegan and vegetarian options marked on the 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
🌅 Sunset Seats: Arrive after 6 PM for the best light over the creek—deck tables fill up quick on good-weather evenings.
🍳 Brunch Niche: Sunday brunch runs 10 AM–2 PM and draws a lighter morning crowd early, before families and hikers drift in.
🎤 Live Tunes: Look for chalkboard event updates—local musicians often play on the deck during late summer Fridays.
🧥 Creek Breeze Tip: Even on warm days, it cools fast by the water at dusk—bring a layer if you're planning to linger outside.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Most guests return for Creekside's easygoing service, creekside deck, and pub standards like burgers, chicken wraps, and crispy fries. Cocktails—especially mojitos and sangria—are popular, and there's praise for the fried green tomatoes and sweet potato fries. The deck is a draw during leaf-peeping and sunset hours. Service is usually quick and friendly, but scattered reviews mention upcharges and menu pricing that feels high for portions, with a few calling the food variable. Peak weekend meals and summer evenings can mean a wait, while regulars value quiet weekday afternoons.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
