Keegan Ales thrums with the sound of clinking pint glasses and guitar amps, the space bright with character and regulars swapping news after work. The smell of malt drifts from the tanks; peanut shells crunch underfoot and music floats from the stage.
What to Expect:
🍺 Signature beers brewed onsite—Mother's Milk, Hurricane Kitty, and limited runs
🎸 Weekly live music, trivia nights, and an easy crowd that welcomes newcomers
🍔 BBQ and rotating food trucks parked out back or in-house pub fare
🏓 Ping pong table, dartboard, and community events year-round
🐶 Pet-friendly indoors and out, plus plenty of outdoor seating on fair days
Important Information:
✔ Order at the bar; seating is first-come, first-served—no formal reservations
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance and low tables; accessible restrooms available
✔ Full list of house brews, soft drinks, ciders; beer flights and non-alcoholic options
✔ Live music several nights a week, family friendly until late evening
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
🎤 Music Scene: Friday and Saturday bring live bands—arrive by 7:00 PM for a good table near the stage.
🌄 Low-Key Afternoons: Weekdays after opening are best for a quiet pint and a chat with the brewer.
🍽️ Food Truck Rotates: Watch Keegan’s social media for BBQ or food truck announcements; offerings change weekly.
🐾 All Welcome: Dogs are welcome inside and out—waters bowls are usually waiting by the door.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Keegan Ales earns strong marks for its distinctive beers—Mother's Milk and Hurricane Kitty get enthusiastic shoutouts and the tap list keeps locals and travelers both coming back. Guests mention approachable prices and solid food from the kitchen or food trucks, with live music and trivia rounding out the draw. The bar has a notably open, friendly crowd and is frequented by families before late hours. Some reviews note variable bar service, but most call staff welcoming and laid-back. Expect a lively, music-filled room at peak hours, quieter afternoons for those just after a pint.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entry from St James St, low tables in the bar area, and accessible restrooms near the main taproom. Main entrance threshold is flat.
