Step inside O'Neill's Shire Pub for a room full of steady chatter, dart boards clacking, and rich woodwork that holds onto every laugh. The place hums with folks trading stories, and the line for the next song on karaoke night winds around the bar.
What to Expect:
🍔 Serious burgers, house wings, and loaded Irish nachos
🍺 A broad beer and cider list alongside pours of Cream Ale and local taps
🎤 Trivia, karaoke, and live bands bringing out the night crowd
🎯 Bar games, darts, and TVs for sports when the music isn’t rolling
🌞 Patio tables out back for a summer pint with the dogs and the regulars
Important Information:
✔ Full table service and a solid bar crew—walk-ins welcome, reservations for big groups
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance and restrooms; seating options range from booths to outdoor patio
✔ Event nights: trivia Thursdays, live music weekends—expect a crowd
✔ Rotating taps, NA drinks, and cider always on offer
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
🎤 Thursday Throwdown: Trivia and karaoke alternate on Thursdays—arrive before 7:30 PM for prime seating and first pick at the song list.
🐾 Dog Days: Dogs are welcome out on the patio, even during live music nights, but bring a leash—locals tend to linger over long hangs.
🍔 Burger Fix: Shire Burger can be ordered proper rare; Friday afternoons are usually the quietest window to score one fast.
🎸 Event Surge: Expect a wait on live music weekends—grab a drink at the bar while your table opens up, and don’t hesitate to join a dart game if it’s busy.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Regulars and travelers praise the generous burgers, fresh pub plates, and excellent local draft selection. Staff are called out for being attentive and genuine; the bar feels easygoing most days, with the tempo picking up on event nights. Trivia and karaoke draw a neighborly crowd. Some mention slow service when busy; a handful of diners have flagged consistency gaps on a few menu items. Still, most walk away with high marks for both food and the easy small-town welcome—especially if sitting outdoors or catching a band.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
