Mornings break slow at the Dharmakaya Center. Sunlight drapes quiet halls, incense lifts in the meditation room, and footsteps carry softly along new wood floors.
What to Expect:
🧘 Daily programs in meditation, yoga, and Buddhist teaching
🥗 Three fresh vegetarian meals each day, always included
🚶 Trails through woods and gardens for walking meditation
👋 Staffed by deeply welcoming volunteers and resident teachers
📚 A peaceful library and dedicated space for self-guided retreat
Important Information:
✔ Programs and personal retreats available; advance booking required
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, restrooms, and seating
✔ All meals vegetarian, with vegan/gluten-free options by request
✔ Front desk 8:00 AM–8:00 PM daily; overnight quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM
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
🌄 Best views: Ask for an upper floor room in the main hall for mountain sunrise.
👣 Secret trails: Try the woodchip meditation paths at dawn—usually empty except for songbirds.
🔔 Lights out: Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM sharp—bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
🥢 Off-site eats: On Wednesdays, Andrea’s Pizzeria in Pine Bush offers vegan slices for those exploring town between sessions.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise the deep sense of calm, meticulous cleanliness, and a setting that protects quiet and renewal. Staff and volunteers are consistently described as attentive and genuinely caring. Vegetarian food draws nearly universal acclaim for freshness and flavor. Cleanliness across rooms, shared spaces, and baths earns standout marks. Some note that room walls can be thin and hallway noise may carry during busy weekends, but most leave rested and eager to return.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Step-free entrance, accessible parking, and wheelchair-friendly bathrooms. Some guestrooms are ADA-compliant; elevator access to all floors. Library and dining hall reachable without steps.
