The Hamden Inn hums to life each evening, the bar catching glow from pressed-tin ceilings and laughter drifting through from old wood floors. Glasses clink, plates pass, and the stories move between barstool and booth like echoes in worn timber.
What to Expect:
🍔 Smoked meats, smash burgers, local trout, seasonal produce, and rotating specials
🍹 House cocktails, extensive beer and wine list, and NA options
🪑 Lively bar seating, indoor tables, and a patio good for long summer dusk
🌱 Dishes for vegetarians, kids’ menu, and noted gluten-free plates
🕰️ Happy hour Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 4 to 6:30 PM
Important Information:
✔ Seated full-service dining and bar—reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome
✔ Wheelchair accessible: paved entry, low tables available, accessible restroom
✔ Event and party bookings by inquiry; max group size advised for large tables
✔ Menu includes non-alcoholic cocktails, local beer, and seasonal small plates
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
🍻 Monday & Thursday Rush: Locals fill the bar early those nights—arrive before 5 PM for quieter seats.
🍔 Specials Board: The board changes daily—don’t miss the trout or any house-brined option when it’s up.
🌿 Patio Evenings: Summer sunsets linger out back, but breezes get cool; bring a jacket for late dinners.
🕰️ Happy Hour Sweet Spot: Deals run 4–6:30 PM only on select nights—ask about the spicy fried brussels if you want a snack with your pint.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Diners call out Hamden Inn’s knack for comfort and surprise: expertly griddled burgers and craveworthy small plates, a drinks menu with both thoughtful cocktails and local brews, and honest prices that don’t bite. Staff friendliness is a throughline in almost every review—attentive, often mentioned by name, and able to wrangle tables of locals and visitors with equal ease. On busy nights, the space swells with conversation and sometimes a little clamor, but the atmosphere breathes small-town Catskills rather than big-city rush. Groups, families, and solo diners spill into both the dining room and the bar. Waits are rare, even for last seatings, and folks appreciate above-and-beyond touches from the kitchen and owners. Many mention reliable vegetarian options and a menu that feels both classic and refreshed.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Ramp entry, accessible restroom, and seating options for both indoor and patio tables. Bar height seats and low tables available; surfaces are level throughout.
Reservation Policy
Reservations recommended, especially for groups or weekends. Walk-ins often seated quickly; bar is first come, first served. 21+ in bar area after 9 PM.
