Guests can enjoy a welcoming corner bar with a solid selection of beers and cocktails, lively bar games, and a neighborhood-centric crowd. Known for its respectable prices and quick service, it's a favored spot for locals and groups alike seeking a low-key night out.
What to Expect:
🍸 Great cocktails and hard liquor
Important Information:
– Cash-only payments accepted
– Free street parking available
– No wheelchair accessible entrance
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
🕔 Early Opening Hours: Opens at 6:30 AM daily, perfect for early risers craving a neighborhood drink.
🎯 Bar Games: Frequent visitors recommend trying the bar games for a fun, interactive experience.
💵 Cash-Only Policy: Bring cash as this venue does not accept card payments.
🚗 Parking Perks: Plenty of free street parking nearby makes for easy access.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Frenchie's Escape is celebrated for its friendly atmosphere, great prices, and excellent service, particularly praised by locals. While generally loved, a few reviews note changes in drink selection and some less friendly moments for newcomers.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
