FIELD NOTES
4.9
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153
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The air’s thick with the smell of fried chicken and sweet potatoes, pans clatter in the kitchen, and laughter carries easy through the close-knit dining room. Plates land hot, with cornbread steam and sides scooped generous.
What to Expect:
🍗 Fried chicken, ribs, fried fish, and rotating soul food specials
🧀 Mac and cheese, collard greens, yams, and sweet potato cornbread
🥤 House-brewed sweet tea, lemonade, and southern desserts
👨👩👧 Family-run spot where the owners greet you by name
🥡 Takeout, quick counter service, and just enough tables to share a meal
Important Information:
✔ Counter service with dine-in, takeout, and curbside pickup
✔ No reservations, just walk up and find a spot
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance and floor-level tables
✔ Call (845) 383-1010 for large group orders or catering questions
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
🍰 Don’t Skip Dessert: Ask about the sweet potato cheesecake—it doesn’t last long once word gets out.
🥤 House Teas: Grab a sweet tea or lemonade, poured fresh while you wait for your order.
🍳 Early Start: On weekends, breakfast starts at 7 AM—locals swear by the fish and grits plate before the noon rush.
🗣 Names & Faces: Owners Joe and Mercedes remember regulars; sharing a story gets you extra smiles.
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Best For
Families, casual groups, lunch breaks
COORDINATES
742 Broadway
,
Kingston
,
NY
12401
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests rave about Good Eat’n’s rich, soulful cooking—especially the mac and cheese, ribs, fried chicken, and sweet potato cornbread. Reviews highlight the family-run warmth, with owners often chatting with guests, sharing stories, and making everyone feel at home. The staff’s sincerity and quick service shine, and portions are seen as generous. While some note occasional waits during peak meal times or the mac and cheese’s cheesiness, nearly all agree the food is deeply satisfying and the hospitality keeps people coming back.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Fried Chicken, Pork Ribs, Fried Fish, Fish Sandwich, Shrimp and Grits, Mac and Cheese, Collard Greens, Yams, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Sweet Potato Cornbread, Burgers, Honey Cornbread, Hot Dogs, Sweet Potato Cheesecake.
Best TimeS TO visit
Arrive before noon on weekends for easy seating and fresh breakfast plates; after 1:30 PM on weekdays often means shorter waits. Specials may sell out by late afternoon.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, flat floorplan, and easy-to-reach tables. Restroom may have limited turning space for wheelchairs.
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✅ Cancellation Policy
No reservation or cancellation needed; for large catering, call ahead.
