FIELD NOTES
4.8
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110
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The smell of simmering curry and slow-cooked meats greets you right at the door. Laughter drifts out from a small dining room, the chatter flowing behind a busy counter where plates are handed across with full attention.
What to Expect:
🔥 Rich stews, jerk chicken, curry goat, and fall-apart oxtail
🥟 Hot patties and sweet plantains offered every day
🌱 Large vegetarian selection, including chana masala and cabbage
💬 Welcoming staff—many regulars greet the cooks by name
🕗 Everyday counter service; expect a line during peak lunch hours
Important Information:
✔ Counter service; takeout, delivery, and dine-in options available
✔ Reservations accepted by phone; walk-ins welcome
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms
✔ Gender-neutral restroom on site
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
🔥 Daily Menu Shifts: Arrive earlier for the full spread—favorites like oxtail go fast after lunch.
🌱 Veggie Secret: The chana masala is a sleeper hit for non-meat eaters—ask for it with cabbage and plantains.
📞 Call-Ahead: Phone in your order if you’re on a tight schedule or want popular entrées set aside.
🎶 Weekend Energy: It’s busiest on Saturday with families and regulars catching up—expect a full house by midday.
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:30 AM–8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM–9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM–8:00 PM
Best For
Families, solo diners, casual group meals
COORDINATES
28 N Main St
,
Ellenville
,
NY
12428
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests rave about the deeply seasoned oxtail, generous portions, and friendly, attentive owners who remember regulars. The menu’s standout dishes—jerk chicken, curry goat, and sweet plantains—earn praise for flavor and tenderness, while vegetarians find satisfying options, too. The casual counter setup keeps things moving, though food can run out near closing. Some mention occasional mix-ups or longer waits, but most agree it’s the best Caribbean in the area.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Oxtail, Curry Goat, Curry Chicken, Jerk Chicken, Brown Stew Chicken, Rice and Beans, Cabbage, Fried Plantains, Mac and Cheese, Beef Patties, Chana Masala, Shrimp Curry, Whiting Fish, Vegetarian Plates.
Best TimeS TO visit
Aim for late morning or early lunch midweek for the freshest selection and shortest wait. Oxtail and curry dishes often sell out by early dinner.
Accessibility
Fully wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms. Tables spaced for easy navigation. Gender-neutral restroom available.
Reservation Policy
Reservations accepted by phone but not required. Walk-ins welcome.
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Cancel phone-in orders by calling ahead. No penalty for walk-ins.
