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Step inside Sonder, where laughter spills from clustered tables and the scent of browned butter and herbs drifts out from the kitchen. Glasses clink along a tight bar and friends linger out back when weather’s fair.
What to Expect:
🍞 Za’atar bread with butters and a short menu of rotating, seasonal plates
🍷 Playful natural wine list with quirky descriptions and staff ready to pour samples
🥩 Burgers, roast chicken, brothy beans, and gnocchi mac—often with unexpected touches
🍃 Intimate indoor tables plus a leafy, laid-back patio
😄 Staff with local knowledge and good stories—ask about the wine or off-menu specials
Important Information:
✔ Reservations strongly encouraged, especially on weekends
✔ Accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms, though space indoors is tight for mobility devices
✔ Dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating available; no delivery
✔ No phone—contact via website or Instagram for specific needs or questions
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
🍾 Sample the wine: Staff will happily pour mini-tastes of wines by the glass—don’t miss their offbeat descriptions.
🌿 Patio pick: Back garden opens May through September and is loveliest just before sunset.
🥄 Early menu wins: Arrive on the early side if you want the full menu—specials and popular mains often sell out before 8 PM.
🍳 Bread and butters: The za’atar loaf and rotating butters have a cult following; order extra while you can.
Hours
Monday: 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
Best For
Small groups, dates, local wine fans
COORDINATES
346 Broadway
,
Kingston
,
NY
12401
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Sonder draws praise for its inventive small menu, vibrant energy, and engaging staff, with the bread and butters, burger, roast chicken, and natural wines standing out in reviews. Regulars love the atmosphere, thoughtful wine curation, and honest, well-seasoned plates. A handful note inconsistent portion sizes or occasional menu shortages by later hours, and some found service space cramped on crowded nights. Still, most describe Sonder as a standout for creative food, friendly staff, and a spot that feels stitched into Kingston’s recent culinary revival.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Za’atar Bread with Parsnip Butter, House Pickled Vegetables, Green Salad, Brothy Beans, Jammy Eggs, Golden Beets, Sonder Burger, Dry Aged Pork Chop, Grilled Local Lamb, Strip Steak, Half Roast Chicken, Bean Dishes, Gnocchi Mac and Cheese, Shrimp Cocktail, Herby Shoestring Fries, Tater Tots, Seasonal Brownie or Cheesecake Dessert.
Best TimeS TO visit
Aim for 5–7 PM to have your pick of dishes and attentive service, especially on weekends. Outdoor patio is best May–September.
Accessibility
Ground-floor entrance with no steps and accessible restrooms; interior is compact, which may be challenging for large mobility devices. Staff is proactive about accommodating special needs.
Reservation Policy
Reservations strongly encouraged on weekends. Walk-ins possible Tuesday–Thursday.
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