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4.5
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54
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This place runs at Main Street pace—bright, steady, and full of locals on their lunch break. Giant bowls clatter, avocados and carrots tossed, and orders shouted behind the counter. Things move quick, but no one rushes you out.
What to Expect:
🥗 Dozens of salad toppings and proteins, plus build-your-own or house combos
🥪 Hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, and a soup or two rotating with the season
🪑 Indoor seating and a couple of streetside tables for sunny days
🚶 Easy counter service for takeout or dine-in; fast service at lunch
🍎 Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available
Important Information:
✔ Counter-service style; walk right up to order, no reservations needed
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance and seating; accessible restroom
✔ Kids’ high chairs available; families stop in after school
✔ Call in advance for larger group orders or catering
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
🥕 House Picks: Mandarin Chicken Salad and Winter Solstice Salad are the mainstays—locals rave about the sesame dressing.
🪑 Outside Tables: When the sun’s out, grab a spot at the sidewalk tables to watch Main Street roll by.
🥖 Bread Tip: Upgrade your salad into a hearty wrap, or ask for a baguette on the side—staff don’t always mention it unless you ask.
🌱 Allergy-Friendly: Lots of options for gluten-free, vegan, or low-carb eaters, but best to double check ingredients at the counter.
Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM–4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Best For
Lunch breaks, families, healthy eaters, solo diners
COORDINATES
374 Main St
,
Catskill
,
NY
12414
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Reviews highlight the freshness and variety of salad toppings, plentiful vegetarian selections, and generous portions. Sandwiches, especially the Madison and roast beef, get frequent praise, and guests mention the sesame and house-made dressings. Service is often called cheerful and welcoming, though a handful note hurried staff at peak hours. Value is generally seen as fair for the healthy, filling food; most people leave satisfied and return regularly.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
What You'll Get
Build-your-own salads, House salads (Mandarin Chicken Salad, Winter Solstice Salad), Wraps, Sandwiches (including the Madison Sandwich, Roast Beef, Caprese), Seasonal soups, Vegetarian options, Proteins like chicken, bacon, tofu, shrimp, Chips, Kombucha, Housemade salad dressings (sesame, vinaigrette).
Best TimeS TO visit
Arrive before noon to beat the lunch rush—weekday peak is 12:00–1:30 PM. On Saturdays, early afternoon is quieter for dining in.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance and seating; accessible restroom for guests. Counter height and table layouts comfortable for chairs or strollers.
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No reservations needed; call ahead for group catering cancelations.
