Daylight spills across mismatched tables, laughter rising as coffee brews, guitars get tuned, and someone always greets a neighbor at the door. Evenings stretch out with flickers from the small stage and the tangle of talk and clinking glasses.
What to Expect:
🥞 Full brunch spread—eggs benedict, pancakes, and sizzling hash browns
🍸 Comforting and inventive cocktails, local beer, and solid coffee service
🎶 Live music sets on weekends, often jazz or acoustic, both inside and out
🌳 Large patio seating perfect for groups, shaded in summer with fresh air year-round
🌱 Vegan, vegetarian, and allergy-friendly options woven throughout the menu
Important Information:
✔ Full table service; bar seats and counter service at times
✔ Wheelchair accessible entry, seating, and restrooms throughout indoor and patio
✔ Reservations recommended for brunch and dinner; walk-ins welcome off-peak
✔ Beer, wine, cocktails, local & NA options always available; live music calendar posted online
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
🎷 Music Matters: Sunday brunch often features a live jazz combo—arrive by 10:00 AM for a good seat near the stage.
🍳 Early Bird Perk: Weekday mornings are the quiet time—locals drop in for strong coffee and unhurried breakfast before the Brooklyn crowd drifts in.
🌅 Patio Ritual: The back patio is best for afternoon sun; bring a light jacket in spring and fall since it stays a touch cooler than inside.
⚡ Off-Menu Specials: Ask about kitchen specials or limited baked goods—the staff sometimes slips them out for regulars at brunch.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Brunch and dinner get high marks for inventive takes and steady classics—pancakes, hash browns, eggs, and daily specialty plates draw repeat visits. Cocktails and beer selection impress regulars, and weekend jazz or acoustic music on the patio is a standout. Friendly service and a relaxed, communal setting are frequently praised, though some mention slowdowns on busy brunch or music days and that portion sizes can run small for the price. Families, groups, and regulars mingle easily indoors and out.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance with no steps, wide aisles between tables, accessible restrooms indoors. Outdoor patio on level ground, mostly smooth surface.
