Partition hums with live music, laughter, and the steady shuffle of barstools. Light spills across picnic tables out back, and the air is thick with grilled burgers, beer, and conversation.
What to Expect:
🍔 Casual grill plates, wings, pizza, and rotating specials
🍹 Classic cocktails, cold drafts, and a few local cans
🎸 Regular live bands and night-time performances
☀️ Large outdoor patio with bar games and space for groups
🐶 Dog-friendly seating and a splashy water feature in summer
Important Information:
✔ Walk-ins welcome; reservations accepted for larger groups and weekends
✔ Outdoor and indoor seating; live music schedule varies by week
✔ Gender-neutral restrooms; wheelchair accessible entrance and patio; accessible tables
✔ Contact through social media for event bookings, private parties, or special requests
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
🎸 Live Band Nights: Check their Instagram for weekend music—Friday and Saturday evenings fill up fast when the band takes the patio stage.
🌭 Grill Line Tip: Food specials run out by late night, so order from the grill earlier for the best shot at wings or burgers.
🐕 Dog Days: Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas—bring a water bowl and let pups chill by the fountain.
🎯 Best Cornhole Action: Weekday afternoons are quiet for games if you want the boards to yourself before the crowd rolls in.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests describe Partition as a lively hangout with reliable burgers, strong cocktails, and a well-tended patio for outdoor gatherings. The bar is loved for live bands, quick rounds of corn hole, and the relaxed local crowd, though noise levels run high on music nights and wait times can spike during big performances or weekends. Staff friendliness is typically solid, but some busy nights have seen delays or uneven attention at the bar. Prices feel fair for the area and regulars note a welcoming attitude toward dogs and families during the day. Some guests have raised concerns about hit-or-miss service and food saltiness, but most return for the atmosphere and music.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Reservation Policy
Reservations suggested for groups of 6+, especially on weekends or event nights; otherwise, walk-ins welcome.
