Sunlight washes across wood tables as barstools fill with neighbors and wanderers. Glasses clink, apples and cheese land with a thump, and a soft creek breeze drifts through the patio door.
What to Expect:
🍏 Dry, small-batch ciders made from New York apples
🍺 Tasting flights with a rotating cast of meads and house-fermented oddities
🧀 Snack menu heavy on cheese, charcuterie, and pickles
🌅 Covered porch seating overlooking Catskill Creek
🪑 Lively tasting room with long tables and frequent music or trivia nights
Important Information:
✔ Walk-in seating; reservations not required for small groups
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, restroom, and most seating; low-bar area available
✔ Groups welcome—space for small parties or wedding gatherings by prior arrangement
✔ Most ciders are dry; guest taps and NA options rotate frequently
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
🍎 Big Flight, Small Sips: Try the full eight-glass tasting—each cider leans dry, from classic heirloom apple to barrel-aged oddballs.
🎶 Event Evenings: Trivia, folk nights, or pop-up food trucks hit Thursdays and many Saturdays; check Instagram for the week's lineup.
⏰ Quiet Windows: Early weeknights (Mon–Wed around opening) are relaxed—good for long conversation or claiming the porch.
🌅 Golden Hour: Head to the porch an hour before sunset for creekside color and easy breezes—bring a jacket after dark in fall.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise the dry, distinct ciders, welcoming bartenders, and the blend of small-town cheer with a dash of creekside calm. Flights showcase a range of flavors—some polarizing, most winning repeat fans—while cheese and apple plates round out afternoons. Staff get high marks for friendliness and local knowledge. Crowds pick up on weekends and event nights but rarely get pushy or loud. Negative notes are rare and focus on the challenging fit for sweet-cider seekers and picky eaters.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Best TimeS TO visit
Arrive weekdays at opening for peaceful tastings and creek views. Thursdays and Saturdays bring pop-up events, trivia, and food—show up early or late to dodge crowds. Sunset on the porch is a local favorite.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entry, low tables, and accessible restrooms. Patio is mostly flat with some uneven stone sections.
