Inside The Pines, soft light pools on hickory tables and the low hum of conversation weaves with the clink of pint glasses. The smell of char and something baking draws neighbors and road-weary travelers together in a place that feels stitched into the hillside.
What to Expect:
🍔 Smashburgers, shepherd’s pie, schnitzel, and locals’ comfort favorites
🎸 Live music on Wednesday nights and the occasional singer at the bar
🍺 Well-made cocktails, excellent beer and wine on offer
🌲 Tables and outdoor enclosed patio surrounded by Catskill pines
🥗 Good variety of vegetarian and gluten-free plates
Important Information:
✔ Table service; reservations recommended for dinner but walk-ins welcome
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, low tables, accessible restrooms
✔ Regular live music Wednesday evenings, and local art on the walls
✔ Family-friendly; high chairs available; takeout offered (no delivery)
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
🎸 Wednesday Tunes: Catch the best local music every Wednesday—arrive by 6:30 PM for a table near the stage.
🌲 Fall Patio: The patio gets chilly after dusk, especially in October—bring layers if you want to linger outdoors.
🥧 Pie Priority: Save room for dessert—the key lime and chocolate pies sell out before 8 PM on weekends.
🍻 Bar Hang: Bar seats fill quickest on stormy nights and during music sets; off-season visits mean more elbow room and quick service.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Locals and visitors praise The Pines for its steady, satisfying plates—smashburgers, pies, and fresh salads are standouts, as are the friendly, attentive servers. Cocktails and beers win steady fans, and live music Wednesdays add to the easygoing scene. A few recent guests found some mains inconsistent or portions uneven, but most agree the space draws a kind crowd and you leave full. Major complaints are rare beyond peak-night wait times and the occasional kitchen miss.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
