Afternoons here settle under soft tent lights, clinking glasses, and the clatter of the kitchen. The air smells faintly of malt and fire, and folks drift inside and out—laughing, bringing dogs, calling out for another round.
What to Expect:
🍺 House-malted, small-batch beers—IPAs, farmhouse ales, lagers, and rotating sours
🍔 Burgers, pretzels, wings, salads, and plenty of vegetarian and vegan choices
🌳 Expansive beer garden with tents and picnic tables; lots of dogs and kids on weekends
🧊 Frozen beer slushies, a handful of creative cocktails, and cider
🎶 Occasional live music and a relaxed, open-door feel year-round
Important Information:
✔ Order at the counter; food comes out fast—no table service
âś” Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restrooms; mostly level ground on patio
âś” Takeout available; events and pop-ups announced on their site
âś” House beers, cider, cocktails, NA and gluten-free options on tap
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
🍔 Burger Drop: The kitchen rotates special burgers nearly every weekend—get in early on Saturdays before sellout.
⏰ Midweek Shift: Wednesdays and Thursdays after 5 PM are the quietest; best time for a relaxed pint and patio seat.
🧊 Slushie Season: Spring through early fall, ask for their rotating beer or cocktail slushie—local legend status.
🎶 Live Sets: Live music pops up most summer Fridays—check Instagram for the lineup and bring a jacket for cool creek breezes after dark.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise the crisp house beers, unique in-house malting, and a broad draft list that covers lagers, IPAs, and sours. The counter-service kitchen wins fans for its fast pacing and standout burgers, pretzels, and salads (including several vegan and vegetarian plates). The heated, tented beer garden is popular for groups and dog owners, with many reviews highlighting the laid-back, family-welcome energy. Staff are consistently helpful and patient even during peaks, though waits for food or beer lines can run long on busy Saturdays. Some wish for more beer variety late in high summer and mention a lively—not rowdy—crowd and playlists. Accessible, friendly, and thoroughly local.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
