Light pours through wide front windows and the clatter of pans mixes with greeting calls from behind the counter. Tucked out past Andes, Tremperskill Country Store hums with steady local traffic—anglers at dawn, farmers at lunch, and campers before dusk.
What to Expect:
🐟 Live bait, worms, and basic tackle for local streams and reservoirs
🥪 Hearty breakfast sandwiches, homemade donuts, daily lunch specials
🧃 Cold beer, classic sodas, snacks, and essentials for the boat or roadside picnic
👥 Friendly owners—Ed and Candy—always ready with fishing tips or area updates
📶 Wi-Fi and a rare spot of cell service in a signal-scarce valley
Important Information:
✔ Walk-in only—no reservations or bookings needed for bait, prepared food, or supplies
✔ Wheelchair accessible parking lot, wide aisles, one step at entry (staff assist as needed)
✔ For guided trips or group orders, call ahead during business hours: (845) 676-3244
✔ Restroom available for customers
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
🎣 Nightcrawler tip: Early-morning pickups land the freshest bait before weekend runs—Ed restocks almost daily April–September.
🪱 Live bait law: NYC reservoir permits and catch regs enforced; check posted signs for seasonal changes, especially for Pepacton.
☕ Coffee & hatches: If you hear chatter about sulphurs or caddis, locals are likely heading above Shavertown Bridge—ask for an on-the-spot report.
🌨️ Winter hours: Shop closes earlier (4:00 PM) Jan–March. Call ahead after heavy storms—Ed sometimes plows lot before opening up.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Locals and visitors talk up the friendly service and the sense of welcome that sticks around all day. Ed and Candy draw steady praise for making any newcomer feel looked after, whether it’s the right bait, a last-minute sandwich, or sharing current stream info. Reviews highlight well-stocked basics—live bait always fresh, sandwiches consistently hearty, coffee on early. While the shop is small and some waits may happen if it’s busy or a big food order rolls in, most folks leave saying they’ll be back. No real negatives—folks expect country pace and chat.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Best TimeS TO visit
Weekdays before 10:30 AM or after 3:00 PM mean less wait for food and open bait bins. For peak worm selection, come early Saturday. After storms, always call ahead.
