Drippin Chicken serves expertly seasoned fried chicken with customizable spice levels, featuring standouts like the Mac Sando Combo and Wisconsin cheese curds.
The relaxed courtyard atmosphere and quick, attentive service make it a favored spot for comfort food lovers seeking quality and heat.
What to Expect:
🔥 Spicy chicken tenders and sandwiches
🧀 Signature cheese curds and fried mac n cheese sides
🍺 Casual vibe in a street-art inspired courtyard
🚗 Multiple delivery and takeout options available
Important Information:
Price Range: $10–20 per person
Outdoor seating with casual ambiance
Friendly staff with emphasis on flavor and spice
Various delivery platforms supported: DoorDash, Uber Eats, Postmates, and more
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
🌶️ Spice It Your Way: Guests appreciate the customizable spice levels, from mild to hot with a slow burn perfect for heat lovers.
🧀 Must-Try Sides: Fried mac and cheese and Wisconsin cheese curds are frequently recommended as addictive side dishes.
🍻 Cozy Courtyard Vibes: The beer garden ambiance with street art murals offers a chill spot great for groups and casual hangouts.
🚗 Delivery and Takeout: Multiple delivery options including DoorDash and Uber Eats make enjoying Drippin Chicken easy from home.
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Drippin Chicken is lauded for its flavorful, spicy chicken and standout sides like cheese curds and mac and cheese. Customers praise the friendly and prompt service, vibrant courtyard setting, and flexible dine-in or delivery options. Some reviewers critique inconsistent food quality and concerns about hygiene and overpricing, but the majority regard it as a top comfort food spot in Santa Barbara.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
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What You'll Find
Spicy Chicken Tenders, Hot Chicken Sandwich, Mac and Cheese Sandwich (Mac Sando), Wisconsin Cheese Curds, French Fries, Churros
