Guests experience a speakeasy-style setting offering carefully crafted cocktails, live music that complements but doesn’t overwhelm, and an eclectic dinner menu. This hidden gem blends a strong bourbon selection and attentive bartenders to create an intimate yet lively atmosphere.
What to Expect:
🍸 Upscale cocktails and specialty bourbons
🎶 Live music providing a vintage lounge ambiance
🥘 Eclectic dinner options with local flair
👥 Attentive and knowledgeable bartenders
Important Information:
– Open seasonally October through May; check current dates
– Located upstairs within Gibbs Butcher and Brews
– Reservations recommended during live music nights
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
🎶 Live Music Nights: Expect live performances mostly on Friday and Saturday evenings around prime dining hours.
🍂 Seasonal Operation: Opens only from October to May; check availability before planning visits.
🥃 Bourbon Focus: Regular patrons highlight off-menu bourbon selections; ask bartenders for recommendations.
🕕 Best Time to Arrive: Arriving right at opening 6 PM avoids initial crowd and ensures better seating.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Jimmy's Place Upstairs is celebrated for its speakeasy atmosphere, exceptional service, and a strong bourbon lineup. Reviewers consistently commend the live music's balance and the bartender's craft. One negative note about food freshness appeared but most guests praise the cuisine and ambiance.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
