Sunlight streaks through trees while the Hudson ripples just beyond the garden fence. Old bricks, barrel saunas, and the smell of earth give the place a steady rhythm and texture.
What to Expect
🌿 Tailored massages in private indoor and open-air garden spaces
🔥 Barrel sauna sessions and wood accents throughout
🧖♂️ Experienced therapists known for deep tissue and energy work
🌊 Quiet, landscaped grounds along the river for decompressing between treatments
🌱 Focus on locally-inspired body and skincare treatments
Important Information:
✔ Appointments required for all services; weekends fill up weeks ahead
✔ Riverfront grounds are adults-only during peak spa hours
✔ Swimsuits mandatory for sauna use; towels provided
✔ Step-free entryways and accessible spa restroom; fragrance-free options available on request
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
🌅 Morning Calm: Early appointments catch soft river light and fewer guests in lounges.
🌭 Sauna Strategy: Hydra up and bring sandals—the barrel sauna gets hottest by midafternoon, but mornings are gentler.
🥤 Chill Options: Ask for a cooled herbal towel during summer—staff will oblige if not slammed.
⏰ Arrive Early: Check in 15 minutes ahead to settle in and take advantage of the garden sitting areas.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests call out the skill and kindness of the therapists, especially for deep tissue and energy work. The spa’s riverside garden setting and barrel saunas are described as peaceful, with most noting sessions feel unhurried. A few reviewers mention the team works hard but sometimes feels stretched, though service quality stays high. Facilities are clean and thoughtfully designed for relaxation.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
