Plates clatter, people laugh, and pitchers of beer beeline from the bar to picnic tables out back. The Cantina buzzes with hikers, locals, and anyone with an appetite for simple, filling food in the center of town.
What to Expect:
🌮 Satisfying Mexican classics—tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and big plates
🍺 Wide draft beer selection, local pours, and margaritas tall as pint glasses
🍕 Wood-fired thin crust pizzas, especially on busy weekends
🏈 Sports on the TVs and groups spilling onto the patio in nice weather
🥗 Vegetarian options and hearty salads alongside smoky wings
Important Information:
✔ Full table service, fast lunch counter, plus takeout
✔ Reservations accepted (call ahead for larger groups or weekends)
✔ Fully wheelchair accessible: entrance, seating, and restrooms
✔ Patio is dog-friendly; high chairs and kids’ menu available
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
🍕 Pizza Window: Ask about late-day wood-fired pizza specials—locals swear by the truffle pie with a Catskill pilsner.
⏰ Early Lunch: Pre-noon weekdays are quietest for grabbing a draft and tacos without the crowd.
🐾 Dog-Friendly Patio: The patio welcomes dogs; shaded tables go first on sunny afternoons.
🍻 Game Nights: Big games mean packed bar stools and a lively, noisy crew—come early for a table if you want a seat.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Alamo Cantina draws steady crowds for its relaxed main-street energy, wood-fired pizzas, and big pours. Guests like the broad beer selection, strong drinks, and filling plates after a day outside. Reviews frequently highlight the lively bar and friendly regulars though service can get overwhelmed at peak times, particularly with large groups. Some feedback notes long waits for food during busy hours, occasional mix-ups, and a handful of reports of staff being abrupt. Still, regulars praise the staff on slower nights, and most visitors leave happy, full, and ready to return.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Best TimeS TO visit
Quietest on weekdays before noon or after 8:00 PM. For faster service, come mid-afternoon before dinner peaks, or catch pizza specials just after the kitchen opens.
Accessibility
Completely wheelchair accessible—street-level entry, low bar seating, and accessible restroom. Outdoor patio has step-free access. Service animals welcome.
