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Smokin Fins offers a laid-back dining experience featuring an array of fresh seafood dishes paired with a full bar serving wine, beer, and creative cocktails.
Famed for passionate service, live music, and a scenic patio view of the Rockies, it's perfect for lunch, dinner, or lively happy hour gatherings.
What to Expect:
🦐 Fresh seafood and weekly fish specials
🍹 Robust cocktail and wine selection, including half-price bottles on Wednesdays
🏞️ Cozy fireplace and outdoor patio seating
🎶 Regular live music events
Important Information:
Reservations recommended for dinner
Happy hour 2–6 PM Mon–Fri
Friendly and attentive staff with occasional service delays during peak
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating
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
🐟 Weekly Fish Specials: Regularly changing specials keep the menu exciting; ask your server what's fresh this week.
🍷 Wednesday Wine Joy: Half-priced bottles of wine on Wednesday afternoons are a beloved local treat—plan your visit accordingly.
☀️ Summer Patio Views: The outdoor seating offers a fantastic view of the Rockies, perfect for warm-weather dining and happy hour.
🍣 Sushi Happy Hour: Enjoy half-priced sushi and drink specials during weekday happy hours from 2 to 6 PM.
⏰ Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
👉 Best For
Seafood lovers, happy hour enthusiasts, families, casual dining
Smokin Fins - Highlands Ranch
1104 Cpl Max Donahue Ln #102
,
Highlands Ranch
,
CO
80129
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Smokin Fins is well-loved for its fresh seafood, diverse menu, and warm atmosphere, with guests praising standout dishes like cedar plank salmon and prime rib. The lively patio and drink specials are big draws. Service is generally friendly and attentive, though some note occasional slowness and noisy ambiance. A few recent critiques mention inconsistency in food preparation and seasoning, but most patrons find the experience enjoyable and return frequently.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Fish and Chips, Cedar Plank Salmon, Prime Rib, Ahi Tuna Stack, Smoked Salmon Dip, Bread Pudding, Poke Bowl, Fried Shrimp, Macaroni and Cheese, Croquettes, Nashville Chicken, Lobster Tots, Mojito Mocktail, Classic Cocktails
📆 Best Times to Visit
Visit weekdays mid-afternoon for relaxed happy hours; Fridays and weekends after 5 PM are busiest; summer patio seating offers scenic views.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restrooms, and seating are available to accommodate guests with mobility needs.
Reservation Policy
Dinner reservations recommended
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✅ Cancellation Policy
No fee if cancelled 24 hours in advance; subject to restaurant policy
