Marbella Bar settles into the heart of Ellenville where brass, wood, and soft classical guitar set the pace for evenings that stretch out. Glasses clink, bar games echo quietly, and the glow from the kitchen hangs in the low-lit room.
What to Expect:
🍷 Strong selection of wines and creative cocktails poured with care
🍽️ Tapas, paella, charcuterie, and plates meant for slow sharing
🎯 Darts, billiards, and a jukebox tucked near the bar
🥃 Cigar-friendly patio and regular trivia nights
👨👩👧 Groups and families find good tables most nights
Important Information:
✔ Counter and table service; friendly bartenders and owners present
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms
✔ Takeout available for tapas and main courses
✔ Check their social for updated menu specials and event nights
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
🍷 Pre-Theater Crowd: Shadowland theatergoers fill seats fast—arrive before 6:00 PM for wide menu and easy pacing.
🎱 Game Night Pulse: Pool and darts heat up after 8:00 PM, especially on trivia or live-music nights. Get your tokens early.
🍰 Off-the-Menu: Ask about the pistachio cake—even on nights it's not listed.
🥃 Patio Secret: Cigar-friendly patio out back catches the last rays in late summer—bring a light jacket for spring evenings.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Marbella Bar draws praise for spot-on Spanish-influenced plates, a wine list with heft, and cocktails on the creative side. Locals and travelers alike mention attentive, personable owners and staff, quick service, and a laid-back, character-rich space that welcomes regulars and show-goers alike. Tapas and paella are favorites, with empanadas and charcuterie often mentioned. Some guests note higher drink prices or limited menu supply late in the night, and one-off issues with order timing, but most find portions satisfying and the experience memorable.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Flat entry with no steps, wide aisles for wheelchairs, and accessible restroom. Low and standard-height tables throughout. Patio accessible from main floor.
