Step through the doors at Sunshine Colony and you’re met with easy chatter, spinning records, and the scent of something simmering behind the bar. Light spills from the front windows and all roads lead to the backyard when the weather hits right.
What to Expect:
🍷 Rotating natural wines by the glass and bottle
🍸 Spirited cocktails and a concise beer list
🌿 Indoor bar, side lounge, and shaded patio seating
🫒 Snack plates, tapas, and guest chef pop-ups
🎧 Frequent live music, DJ nights, and special events
Important Information:
✔ Order at the bar; food often rotates via pop-ups
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance; mix of bar-height and low tables; step-free patio
✔ Follows an event-driven calendar—check Instagram for hours, music, and food updates
✔ Outdoor yard is dog-friendly; water bowls on request
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
🍊 Orange Wines: They pour some of the best chilled, skin-contact wines around—ask for new arrivals behind the bar.
🌳 Backyard Sips: The sunny back patio is at its best for an afternoon glass and people-watching during the Saturday window.
🎧 Event Evenings: Follow Sunshine’s Instagram for pop-up food nights, DJ sets, and chef takeovers; these fill up fast.
🐾 Dogs Welcome: Well-behaved pups are allowed on the back patio; water bowls are always handy near the porch.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise the bar for its well-curated wine selection, excellent cocktails, and warm staff, especially noting the lively community feel on weekends and event nights. Regulars enjoy the changing menu and backyard sessions, while highlights include friendly service and creative snacks. Some mention higher wine pricing and an occasional long wait when music or DJ nights draw a crowd, but overall the sense is of a place with personality and a loyal following.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entry with wide doors, step-free path to the patio, lower tables available for seating, and accessible restroom.
