Merritt Playground in Centennial Ridge Park offers engaging play structures for children, a basketball court, shaded seating, and a small covered picnic area. The space balances groomed lawns with native planting zones supporting local pollinators, though there are no restroom facilities.
What to Expect:
🎠 Playground equipment including slides and swings
🏀 Basketball court with two baskets
🌳 Shaded benches and picnic shelter
🌾 Native plant areas supporting pollinators
Important Information:
– No public restrooms available
– Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking
Haley's Pick 🍽️
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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
🧺 Bring Supplies: No bathrooms onsite, so plan accordingly for family needs and hydration.
🏀 Dual Purposes: Ideal for both young children’s play and casual basketball games with two courts available.
🌿 Nature Spot: Native plant zones provide a subtle natural setting and opportunities for pollinator observation.
☂️ Seek Shade: Use shaded benches and covered picnic area for breaks during sunny days.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors consistently praise Merritt Playground for its clean, well-kept spaces, variety of fun play structures, and basketball court. The shaded seating and native plant areas add to its appeal. The absence of bathrooms is noted but does not detract significantly from overall satisfaction.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
