The Stow House offers visitors a glimpse into California's past with its historic ranch house, extensive gardens, and peaceful natural surroundings. Visitors can explore walking trails around the lake, enjoy seasonal outdoor concerts, feed goats, and take guided house tours on weekends.
What to Expect:
🏡 Historic house tours on weekends
🌳 Arboretum and lake with nature trails
🎶 Summer concerts and ranch events
🐐 Goat feeding and family-friendly activities
Important Information:
– Hours: Open Saturdays 1 PM–4 PM, Sundays 11 AM–4 PM
– Admission: Suggested donation $1–5
– Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking
– No tours during house renovations, confirm before visiting
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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
🕑 Weekend Tours: House tours are only offered on weekends, typically at 2 PM and 3 PM, so plan visits accordingly.
🎶 Seasonal Concerts: Attend summer concert series on the grounds for a memorable outdoor music experience.
🐐 Interactive Visits: Feeding the goats is a popular activity—donations are appreciated to support the ranch.
🚨 Confirm Tour Availability: Due to occasional renovations, tours may be paused; contacting the site ahead is recommended.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors consistently praise the peaceful setting, historical preservation, and family-friendly activities such as goat feeding and train rides. The outdoor concerts receive positive mentions. Some note inconsistent tour availability due to renovations, urging advance confirmation.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
