A low-lit bar with laughter drifting in from the pool table, grill smoke in the air, and a bartender who remembers faces. Burgers hit the griddle as folks gather round for wings and the latest ballgame on TV.
What to Expect:
🍔 Massive burger menu with rotating specialties
🍗 Over 100 wing flavors, from classic to wild
🍻 Local brews, craft cans, and whiskey pours
🎱 Pool, darts, karaoke, and the occasional DJ
🥃 Attentive bartenders who know their regulars
Important Information:
✔ Table service and takeout, no delivery
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restroom
✔ In-hotel, but open to all; great for group parties and events
✔ Full bar with extensive beer and cocktail selection
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
🍗 Wing Flights: Order a spread of wings—there are over 100 flavors and staff will help you mix and match small orders.
🎤 Karaoke & DJs: Keep an eye out for karaoke nights and last-minute DJ sets, often announced the week-of.
🍔 Burger Night: The smash burger specials change regularly—ask what’s new or custom-build your own.
🕒 Early Bar Windows: Arrive in the early evening for quieter tables before the post-7 PM crowd and event rush.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Locals and travelers rave about the wild selection of wings and overflowing burger menu, with many calling out attentive staff and the owner’s presence behind the bar. Service gets high marks for friendliness, though slowdowns happen on busy party nights. The bar is inside a Days Inn, which surprises some but matters less once food and drinks hit the table. Most find good value, generous portions, and a hangout crowd into pool, sports, and karaoke. Occasional reviews mention unexpected closings or menu shortages, so check before heading out.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
