Low-lit walls and patterned paper set a mellow pace, with spicy aromas rising from behind the slim bar. Shakers rattle and the glassware is as lively as the regulars at the counter.
What to Expect:
🍹 Big, wild menu of creative and classic tiki cocktails—plus house originals
🍜 Asian-inspired share plates: dumplings, bao buns, Korean short ribs, crispy rice
🌿 Fresh-cut mint, homemade syrups, and extra-care garnishes on every drink
🪑 Intimate seating, inviting bar, and a leafy patio for summer nights
🎵 Tiki Sundays and bar takeovers keep things lively
Important Information:
✔ Reservations recommended for peak nights, but walk-ins possible if early
✔ Wheelchair accessible restroom and indoor seating; entrance has a step, ask staff for assistance
✔ Contact through Resy for group bookings; event buyouts available
✔ Full bar, NA cocktails, local wine and beer offered
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
🍸 Tiki Night: Sundays feature their full tiki cocktail lineup—including secret off-menu classics.
🦐 Early Bites: Arrive before 6:00 PM for easier seats and first pick of specials—busy nights book out fast.
🌱 Herb Garden: The mint in your mojito likely came fresh from the patio planter—ask for a tour on slow nights.
🍚 Rotating Plates: The kitchen sneaks in new small plates and desserts every few weeks—regulars order the 'staff favorite.'
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise Lone Wolf for bold, balanced cocktails that rival city bars and an Asian-inspired menu full of house-made dumplings, ribs, and crispy rice. Regulars highlight the friendly, welcoming crew and owners ready to talk rum and pour samples. Most say service stays attentive even when it’s packed, though food execution can vary slightly on busy nights. The small space feels intimate, with the crowd bringing a low, steady energy that can fill quickly after 7 PM and on weekends. Overall, Lone Wolf is valued for inventive drinks, memorable plates, and the sense that everyone’s in on the fun.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
