Merry Arts Pub & Grille serves up a vibrant night out with cold drinks, a broad beer selection, and pub favorites like tacos, burgers, and wings. Guests gather to watch sports, enjoy live performances, and participate in trivia nights amid a lively, trendy atmosphere with attentive service.
What to Expect:
🍺 Great beer and cocktail selection
🍔 Classic pub grub including tacos and wings
🎤 Live performances and trivia nights
🏆 Sports games broadcast regularly
Important Information:
– Seating: Indoor, bar, outdoor patio & booths
– Parking: Free parking lot and street parking available
– Service: Fast and friendly bartenders
– Reservations: Not accepted
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
🌮 Taco Specials: Thursdays feature highly recommended tacos that regulars say cannot be beat.
🍗 Wing Tuesdays: Weekly wing specials with different sauces, including the popular Dave’s wing sauce.
☀️ Weekend Brunch: Brunch runs Saturday 10 AM–12:30 PM and Sunday 9 AM–12:30 PM with a fun social crowd.
🎲 Trivia and Live Music: Trivia nights and live performances draw lively crowds; check their social media for schedules.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Merry Arts Pub & Grille is praised for great food, especially tacos, wings, and burgers, along with friendly, attentive service and a lively atmosphere. There's consistent appreciation for the beer selection and live events. A few reviews mention occasional service lapses, but overall feedback is very positive.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, seating, and restroom. The venue ensures ease of access throughout for guests with mobility needs.
