Copper Penny delivers a friendly neighborhood bar experience with quick service, a strong selection of beers and cocktails, plus bar games for entertainment. This spot is a favorite for watching sports and hanging out with locals in a casual, authentic environment.
What To Expect:
🍺 Great beer selection and cocktails
🎯 Bar games including pool and bowling machine
📺 Multiple sports on screens
🚗 Free parking lot and street parking
Important Information:
– Service Options: Dine-in available
– Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking
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
🕑 Peak Evenings: Thursdays see the busiest crowds peaking around 8 PM with full occupancy and lively bar games.
🍻 Early Bird Specials: Mid-afternoon hours especially Sundays and Saturdays offer quieter times for easy seating and attentive service.
💵 Bring Cash: The bar operates a cash-only policy, so plan accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.
🎯 Game Lovers: Pool and a bowling machine in the back create a social hub, best visited on weekend evenings for game nights.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Copper Penny enjoys a strong local following praised for its cold beer, friendly bartenders, and welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers consistently highlight the great service, affordable prices, and engaging bar games. Some note the cash-only policy as a drawback, and a few criticize the dated interior and occasional locked door during hours.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
