Sun spills across simple pine tables and a handful of regulars nurse pints as music sets up in the back. Outside, well-used wooden benches line up under umbrellas and the air smells faintly of hops and BBQ smoke.
What to Expect:
🍺 Full West Kill line-up on draft, including IPAs, sours, and rotating seasonals
🎸 Live music—local bands and singer-songwriters—most weekends
🌞 Lively but laid-back outdoor seating with plenty of sun and shade
🐕 Dog-friendly inside and out, with water bowls at the ready
🥨 Food trucks usually parked outside on weekends or busy days
Important Information:
✔ Taproom style; walk up to order at the counter
✔ Wheelchair accessible entrance, restrooms, and seating
✔ No in-house kitchen—check social media for food truck schedules
✔ NA brews and soft drinks in the fridge; beer to-go available
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
🎵 Monday Magic: $5 beers on Mondays bring in regulars—get in early for the best seat and cheapest pint.
🌭 Food Truck Fridays: Food trucks post up most Fridays and weekends—watch Instagram for the best eats or pop-ups.
🐶 All Paws Welcome: Dogs are allowed both inside and out, just keep them leashed (treats and water bowls provided).
🎸 Early Shows: Live music tends to start before 7 PM on weekends; outdoor tables go fast in good weather.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise the beer quality and variety, especially for IPAs, sours, and rarely-found stouts on tap. The taproom draws a loyal mix of locals and visitors, with both indoor and outdoor seating getting high marks for comfort (and real tissues in the bathrooms). Live music on weekends makes it lively but never rowdy. Staff are noted as friendly and attentive, offering recommendations and keeping regulars coming back. Some mention limited snacks when food trucks aren't present, but value and service are consistently positive. Dog owners appreciate the welcome, and beer flights help everyone sample the latest releases.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, bar counter, and single-level restrooms; seating includes standard and low tables both indoors and outdoors.
