There’s an easy pulse to The Red Onion, where candlelight and creaks from the old wood blend with laughter drifting through the bar. Dishes arrive with intent, often featuring something local, and conversations stretch out under the farmhouse beams.
What to Expect:
🦆 Long Island duck breast, fresh seafood, and daily specials
🍸 Bartenders who pour Manhattans, negronis, margaritas, and whiskey sours
🔥 Real wood fireplace glow in cold weather
🌳 Inside tables and outdoor porch seating for summer evenings
🥧 Housemade desserts that change with the season
Important Information:
✔ Reservations are required and prime times book up quickly
✔ Indoor and outdoor seating available during mild weather
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms
✔ Phone: (845) 679-1223 — call for current menu and dietary info
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
🍸 Bartender’s Pick: Ask about the daily cocktail—they riff on the classics and use whatever’s fresh or foraged.
🦆 Duck Devotees: The Long Island duck breast is the standout main for a reason—get it medium rare if you want the chef’s intention.
🌿 Seasonal Flips: Menus turn with the season; late summer brings corn and tomatoes, while winter leans on roots and big roasts.
🥧 Late Desserts: Even if you’re full, split a dessert. The pastry chef’s off-menu specials are worth flagging the server for.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests return for the kitchen’s thoughtful takes on regional produce and local meats, with the duck breast and mussels drawing frequent praise. Cocktails and desserts earn strong marks, and regulars note the care from both bar and floor staff. A handful have felt the table seating or reservation flow abrupt during peak service, but most agree the food and old farmhouse charm are worth a spot on any dinner itinerary.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Long Island Duck Breast, Mussels, Swordfish, Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad, Chicken Breast with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Seafood Risotto, House-Made Pierogi, Calves Liver, Sardines, Artichoke, Skirt Steak, Oven-Poached Halibut, French Onion Soup, Ricotta Cheesecake, Chocolate Pot de Creme.
Accessibility
Step-free entrance and pathways inside, accessible restrooms, and low tables are available if you call ahead. Outdoor porch is accessible but ask for help in inclement weather.
