FIELD NOTES
4.6
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73
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The place hums with kitchen sounds and TV telenovelas, painted in bright colors beneath the buzz of regulars picking up after work. Orders move quick at the counter, plates pile high, and dessert comes out of a chilled case by the register.
What to Expect:
🌮 Birria, tacos, burritos, and tortas griddled hot to order
🥤 Housemade horchata, jarritos, and cold beer in a cooler
🍰 Fresh desserts like flan and pastel tres leches, made by hand
👨👩👦 Family-friendly, with a kids’ menu and high chairs
🚗 Quick takeout, delivery, and limited in-store seating
Important Information:
✔ Counter service; takeout, delivery, and dine-in available
✔ Wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating throughout
✔ Call ahead for large orders, but walk-ins always welcome
✔ Phone sometimes goes unanswered during rush—online orders work best
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
🌮 Taco Tuesdays: Chorizo tacos are extra cheap on Tuesdays and Thursdays—ask for the daily specials.
🍰 Dessert Case: The flan and cakes are often made fresh by the same folks working the counter—grab dessert on your way out.
🥤 Horchata Hack: Order your horchata with no ice if you want it extra creamy; locals swear by it.
🕓 Rush Tips: Peak hours hit around lunch and early evening—order ahead online to skip the dinner line.
Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Sunday: 2:00 PM–8:00 PM
Best For
Quick meals, families, solo lunch breaks
COORDINATES
3169 US-9W
,
Saugerties
,
NY
12477
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests consistently praise the authentic flavors and generous portions, calling out the birria, tacos, and homemade flan. Service is known for being friendly even at the busiest times, and regulars describe the spot as a true local taqueria, quick with takeout and solid for a family meal. A few reviewers mention seasoning in some dishes running salty, and there are occasional complaints about the phone rarely being answered, but most agree it’s the best place for real Mexican fare in town.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Birria Tacos, Chorizo Tacos, Al Pastor Tacos, Queso Burrito, Mr. Burrito Special, Steak Burrito, Burrito Bowl, Nachos, Fajitas, Tortas, Flan, Pastel Tres Leches, Horchata, Jarritos, Rice and Beans, Salsa.
Best TimeS TO visit
For the shortest waits and freshly turned-out food, aim for early lunch or after 7 PM. Taco specials are popular on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Accessibility
Level entrance, plenty of space between tables, no steps from sidewalk, wheelchair-accessible seating and restrooms.
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None required for takeout or dine-in.
