It's been awhile since we have been to this cider house! This was our go to place in the area until other cider houses opened with outdoor spaces! Given we were staying nearby by, we popped in for a drink or two! And I am glad we did! This cider house has really developed since we've been here last! If you like traditional British cider, then this is your place! If you fancy sweet cider like ACE, then you make want to skip this place! This place offers really dry ciders! Typical of what you will find in the UK! So the name of this cider house is appropriate! The cider are also strong: ciders range from 7-11 percent! Yes 11 percent: that's a good punch for a cider! All the ciders were great! We appreciate the bartender in letting us sample the ciders before getting our pints! The cider house also features music! During music nights the place fills up: so get there early for a good seat! The couch is super comfy! In summary: definitely worth the stop if you like dry cider! read more

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This place was awesome! I was coming to the area for wine tasting, but as I was looking up places to eat this place popped on on Yelp. The biggest selling point to me is that people said on Yelp that the ciders are not too sweet, and that's EXACTLY the case. I'm so use to every cider I have always being really sweet, but these are not, just really good flavor. There are multiple ciders on tap, each one having their own backstory. You might think, cider is cider, are the flavors really that different? But each one comes from a different varietal blend of apples and they're also brewed using different methods. There's a menu that tells you about the apples of each one. Each one has a different alcohol content, and they have very unique flavors. I highly recommend getting a sampler flight, then getting a glass of your favorite one. Just be careful, some of them are pretty strong haha so uber or have a designated driver. I also want to add, the bartender was extremely friendly and loved talking about the ciders, and the entire room has a nice whimsical ambiance. The bar has an old-english pub feel to it, and there's a stage in the back of the room that I guess they do music performances on. We came later in the day and had just missed the music, the bartender said that they do a community jam every week where people just bring their instruments and jam out. Sounds really fun! Oh yea, I also forgot to mention as we were about to leave some locals came in and we were talking to them for a bit. Super nice people, this place definitely curates a really welcoming environment great for both locals and out of towners alike. And parking is super easy, it has its own lot, and there's also plenty of street parking because it's located in an industrial cul-de-sac. read more

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Been coming here for years. Ciders are dry but the flavors are there. They press the apples themselves. There are usually 6 to 8 ciders on tap. For those that don't like cider, there is Lone Madrone wine available too. This is a must try if you haven't been here. read more

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The Lone Prince of SLOdippo goes on yet another SLO-dipitous journey [note: very loosely based on an old Persian story of the "Three Princes of Serendipity "]. I wandered out one day, along with my Princess, to the Wilds of Baywood, & on a typical Monday, visited upon the farmers & merchants that spontaneously appear in white tents hawking their plethora of products. After procuring a whole host of wonders, we then proceeded in a serpentine coast hugging path toward endless vistas that centered on one volcanic plug. The last vista involved an hours toil on the shifting barely vegetated sands in the Wilds of Los Osos, which seriously depleted one's calories. In dire need of liquid sustenance, we then randomly selected the local discount store. After gazing upon a random selection of fermented liquids, one caught the eye. It was not only made with local apples, but hailed from some craftsmen in the Quiet Village of Atascadero town. It was said to be original...or the OG version. After taking refuge in our simple palace by the sea, a singular sip & snort from the humble squat brown bottle made one's senses tingle. Savoring every drop of this golden brew, one could only wonder how to somehow find more. It was far easier than finding a blind lame camel in a far off land and involved a net thrown over the nearby lands north of us. On our next SLO-dipitous journey we directed our Camel-less Conveyance north over a high mountain pass named Cuesta. Our intention was at first to sample some exotic rare French pastries in A-town & then explore what the surrounding old edifices contained in this age of Plague. The pastries were quite masterful, and provided further sustenance toward our further journey. After using a pocket divining device, the location of the golden brew revealed itself. It was hiding just off the old El Camino Real trail in a thicket of warehouses. While in theory, it was way too early for their door to open, once I ordered my Carmel-less Conveyance to halt, the door seemed to magically open as if on cue. As I cautiously & rather skeptically approached, the master of Cider magic revealed himself, as Cody the Cider King. Cody the Cider King was both kind and wise, and while it was rather unclear as to why he opened the door, to my wisened mind, it was apparent that it was meant to be. Cody the Cider King, extended a hearty welcome, as if he had known me well in a previous incarnation. For every inquiry on the magical brews, he offered several wise replies....and better yet, some rather amazing samples. Never before did I know what magical creations can be done with the variety of local Apples, amazing skill, & various scents & colors that one could barely guess at. One brew was more amazing and magical than the next. One would have guess that one pinkish brew involved some berries, but Cody the Cider King kindly redirected me to think more creatively. Indeed, it involved red beets, fennel, & numerous apples. Some brews involved sweeter apple varieties and some involved those on the more sour side. Some involved hard spirits, like whiskey, and some were aged in the old barrels that used to make them. Under Cody the Cider Kings kind tutelage, I rapidly gained a bare novice's appreciation of a whole new universe of DARPA-level Cider appreciation. My mission was at first to grab one of almost every bottle that I initially saw, but after gaining this seemingly arcane new wisdom, we both settled on my favorite several variants, not to be confused with the variants of ill repute that are a bane to all. While the Cider Kings make no claims of the health benefits of combining fine French Baked goods with the Ciders of Wonder in A-Town, on the way toward our palace, I spontaneously decided to halt at the Cuesta Grade, got out and walked almost straight up & down the mountain for nearly two hours. We then were rewarded with an expansive view over our entire nearby realm, with copious views of numerous volcanic plugs of lore....the far one was barely visible, but was somehow key to this whole SLO-dipitous mini-adventure. After somehow achieving this near miracle of spontaneous near self-flagellation, I then headed home, with my precious new Ciders tucked carefully in the trunk of my Camel-less Conveyance. As the sun set on the palace's patio, I opened a fine bottle, that Cody the Cider King had given me, and while overlooking my near coastal realm, the tart sweet ambrosial brew, soothed my aches, pains, and some concerns about the plague...and life seemed to be for the briefest of moments, without overwhelming worry. I extend thanks to Cody the Cider King & the other Wizards of Bristol for the parts played in two of my SLO-dipitous journey's. May other's SLO-dipitous journey's be as unforgettable, as these adventures in the land of greater SLOdippo. Please stay tuned for further lore involving the "Lone Prince of SLOdippo". read more

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I grew up drinking hard cider (well, maybe not my whole life...) in Canada and this is pretty darn close to what I remember good cider to be. Hubby and I both did a tasting, mine was comped as a part of an official Yelp event. I was expecting tiny little tasting glasses, but their pours were beyond generous. In fact, I couldn't even finish them all. I liked all of them, my favorites were ones I would describe as more fruit forward. As long time members of Tablas Creek, we were excited to see that the cider maker and owner is the same winemaker as TC. The venue is relaxed and cozy, dog friendly and the staff were great. We would have loved to hear their live music offerings for the evening, but alas, we had to head home. Overall, I was fairly impressed with this understated operation and will stop by to pick up a pint or two in the future. read more

Amazing locally made cider, they also have Lone Madrone wines and solid live music and food trucks. Nice outdoor space and dog friendly! read more

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A fun place with live music. We had a blast. Great tacos and easy parking. Loved the cider. Loved the music. An indoor outdoor feel. read more

Locally sourced apples are pressed and fermented into light ciders here at the bristol's. The first time I came it was so packed and live music filled the air. There is seating outside and inside. This time it was so quiet and calm. They do have some barrel aged ciders that are in beautiful bottles. If ciders are not your thing they have wine from lone madrone available for purchase. read more

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Super cool vibe and friendly staff! A great spot to grab a drink and listen to some live music. The tasting flight is a great way to try different flavors. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Away from the downtown you'll find a great spot to enjoy cider in a welcoming. comfortable atmosphere. Along with their ciders, Bristol's offers their sister company, Lone Madrone's wine. Having been established in 1994, there's something to what they offer, or they wouldn't still be here. From crisp refreshing, to barrel aged oaky offerings, you'll surely find something to satisfy your palette here. The staff are always attentive and happy to answer any questions you have. Take the time to visit, you won't regret it read more

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Found this little gem by accident. Tucked away behind an auto repair shop and a cute coffee shop. Wide selection so they recommend a flight. We tried 7 different flavors and both of us liked the Anne Bonney, a bourbon barrel aged cider. Our 2nd favorites were the Session and the Colony. Very nice. read more

We came out to Bristol Cider for a Yelp Event this past weekend and were pleasantly surprised! Location: This venue is in an industrial area, so when we came at night, it stood out because it was so well lit and distinguished on its street. They had a small parking lot and plenty of street parking as well! They have a big outdoor patio with plenty of umbrellas and shaded areas for the day. They have all sorts of seating (benches, chairs, Adirondacks) and also have a few heaters for those chilly times too! The inside also has a combination of seating at the bar, on couches and little tables! Overall, plenty of room to enjoy their cider! Food & Drinks: the one drawback is that I didn't see any sort of food options being offered, but drinks.. they have plenty!! Lol they had quite a variety of cider options on tap, bottled and for tasting or taking home! Their flavors ranged and I attached a picture of their descriptions as well! My favorite was def the Joan's Best!!! The further down you get on the menu, the sweeter it is! Their service was also great and very friendly! It was well kept and clean, and they even had live music inside! It was such a good, fun vibe! I'd definitely return, and just by hanging out a bit, you can tell they have some regulars that really enjoy this spot and their offerings! Overall a great spot!!! If you're a cider fan, (which I am) definitely try them out!!! Cheers!! read more

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Cheers!!!!!!! I've been coming here for years and I love how consistently delicious the cider is. The staff is always very friendly... Josh was so polite and fun, he took us on a tour of the cider making process. The cellar smelled so freaking good!! The classic cider is a go-to. It's like perfect! My new favorite is sierra crab. It's just as perfect! Great jobs guys! Thank you read more

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Five stars for being super dog friendly, as in my pups were allowed to come in and out of the heat to hang out while we drank cider. My brother and his wife come here often and raved about the cider. The cider was delicious and refreshing - while I don't even remember what I had I know I liked it! Nothing better than supporting local business, particularly one that loves dogs as much as we do! read more

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I was pleasantly surprised to find a cider brewery. Stopped by with my dog and was able to sit on the patio. The ciders weren't what I was expecting as I tend to like fruity ones like pear and raspberry, and you won't find them here. Overall it was a nice stop on the way home. Got a 5 flavor flight for just $15. read more

Our group had a great time at this place. Friendly staff, explained all the ciders on their menu. We ordered a flight of everything they had to offer, and the portions were generous. Followed up with half pints of our favorites. Honestly, everything was good. One of my favorite parts was that they had some games sitting around the lounge area. Our group enjoyed playing trivial pursuit. Kept us around for more drinks. Would definitely go back. We bought a pack to take home because we enjoyed the ciders so much. read more

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What is a cider house you ask? It's not a bar or restaurant. I would say it's more like of what you would think of as a local pub. That down the street sort of place where everyone is relaxed, having some cider, and just having a good time (or at least feels that way). Bristol's cider itself it more traditional English cider with a twist here and there which tends to go towards the dry side of ciders. They have a ton of flavors which are always rotating and usually you can try a tiny bit before you get your pint or go for a tasting menu to try them all. I usually go for their main cider the OG or my new favorite and pink (from the beet root) cider called the Mangelwurzel (which is fun to say just by itself). Hard to explain the taste other than amazingness in a glass . The staff including Cody the pub manager and the coder makers Erich and Weston are all super friendly and can tell enjoy the whole process and cider. All around good people. A few other notes if interested in going: - they have food sometimes and depends on night of the week. Call or check their social media - music down there can be a blast and some really good bands go through there (although much when laid back music or no music too) Would love to hear your thoughts and tell us your favorite cider? (Try the Mangelwurzel if you can!) read more

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Took a flight and even bought a flight for some random because sometimes it's just fun to do. Enjoyed the beers on tap and the man behind the bar was out of a beer that he knew we would like so he opened up a bottle from the fridge for us. We enjoyed our stop in and purchased some beer to go. If you are in the area stop in and try some fresh beer. They make the beer in small batches and you can definitely appreciate the time and care they put into every pour. read more

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I love coming to Bristols. They have such kind staff and the vibe is so welcoming and chill. You can get a flight of five ciders for only $15. My favorites were Joans Best and Barti DDU (this one was incredible and tasted very floral) They have a great outdoor patio as well. read more

This is a fun and chill place to sample, drink and enjoy great cider. They different ciders to find the right one and all is fresh.

Great staff and selection of different styles of ciders. They know they're ciders well and offer a taste before one commits to a whole pint. I like to enjoy doing a taste of all of them and they are able to host a tasting flight . Relaxed setting and music on the weekends. Great outside space to relax and sip when it's nice outside. Thanks Cider house! read more

Lots of cider choices. My go to spot after a day of wine tasting. I normally stay in the San Luis or Pismo area when I'm wine tasting in Paso, so this is a great spot to stop by after all the wineries are closed. Sometimes they have food specials so you can enjoy it with your cider tastings. They have games for you to enjoy with your friends. read more

Bristol's is the best! Great people, delicious ciders (I love their original cider), and creative and fun events- what's not to like? They bring in caterers a few evenings a week (Thursday through Sunday, usually, I believe) for themed events, and even have board games out for people to play (including Cards Against Humanity). They also hold a Trivia/breakfast for dinner night every 2nd and 4th Sunday. It is SO MUCH fun- we are going to be regulars, because the host, Bristol's staff, and caterers are truly excellent. read more

Great Cider , venue , atmosphere and good prices nice to sit outside and listen to live music

An authentic English Cider house located on the Central Coast. The place is AWESOME! The Ciders are all absolutely delicious! Local ingredients, and when I say local ingredients I mean actually apples! Don't be fooled by other Cider Houses in the area that use concentrated apple juice. These guys are legit at Bristols! read more

I'm not a huge fan of cider since they are usually so sweet. I'm told Bristol's cider is an authentic version, and is not too sweet at all which was much more to my liking. We tried out their cider sampler, which was a good way to get to know the ciders if its your first time. One warning, watch out for the less carbonated one, that is in a barrel, that one came off a little funky tasting to the group. Maybe a little too authentic for this novice cider taster! read more

I'm fully vaccinated now, and this was the first bar my wife and I went to. The old fashioned cider is absolutely brilliant. Like truly inspired. Unreal. read more

I normally hate Cider. It's either way too sweet or way too sour. (This may be an important point if you normally love cider. I may be a weirdo). I was turned onto this place recently when a friend brought over a Anne Bonny. It's... amazing. Their ciders are crispy and dry (with a few exceptions), and several are barrel-aged, so you get these amazing tobacco, oak, and saddle-leather flavors. I highly recommend the full flight for a first timer to see the huge variants that each offers. The location is out of the way, local, friendly, and DOG FRIENDLY. It's a perfect spot for a lazy afternoon. I liked it enough that i joined the club. Well done, gang. You got a guy like me to actually love cider. read more

So Great to have in our little town. Not being a beer drinker my buddy turned me on to ciders when we would go out to the bars. So when I found out we had a Cider tasting room I was all in. Very Comfortable setting the owners are very knowledgeable. Prices are great $5 for 5 one ounce taste. I really enjoyed the Beet infused Cider. I will be back for sure. You can even buy a jug and take it home. read more

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We had a lot of fun tasting here. There are two tasting flights: 5 tastes or 8 tastes. We initially opted for 5, however throughout our time here we ended up trying all 8. Since we were a larger group and there wasn't enough boards for all of us, we tasted each cider one by one at our table. It worked out better though, because we got to interact with the cidery dog in between pours. Partially because we really liked the ciders, and partially because during our tasting our server got a little busy and service slowed down, we ended up trying all 8 ciders. (We were given a few for free because of the wait.) The ciders are all really different. Black Bart was probably my favorite. What is neat about Bristols is that there is something for everyone. We each had our own favorites. One of my friends loved the cider with undertones of beets. Bristols also has some really nice growlers, if you're looking to take some cider that is not bottled home. read more

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The ciders and the hospitality were both stupendous. Very family friendly with a live band (we went on a Saturday night) and board games. We loved the Antiquity cider. They'll let you taste before you choose and serve half or full pints. read more

It was the perfect cider bar to go to for my friend and I to reminisce about our times studying abroad in London. The vibes were so relaxing and friendly, I wish they had a place like this closer to Santa Barbara! The bartender was very friendly and accommodating, as it was our first time in the area and at a cider bar. We were recommended this place by some locals and decided to give it a shot. We ordered a sampler of every cider they had to offer for their flights. Prices are incredibly good and cheap as well. The ciders came in all sorts of flavors, including ones that tasted very similar to IPAs, ones with tastes of bourbon in them, and others that had the classic apple cider flavor to it. I also love how they decorated the place. It's a very open area, but they have some more intimate places as well with couches in the corners. Kid and pet friendly, there's playing cards, board games, and even chalk to where you can draw on this massive silver container looking thing... read more

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Great service. Food is provided by outside vendors. Amazing and delicious selection of hard cider. Cool vibe.

If you've got a passion for hard cider and are in the central coast area, definitely pay Bristols Cider House a visit. They offer flights, oz-ish sample sizes, half pints, and pints of their products on tap. They also offer several non-tap ciders by the bottle and local wine on tap. The tasting room has three medium fermenters/tanks in view and lots of dining room tables for communal hanging out which is cool if you're into that sort of thing, a plethora of games strewn about, and a relaxed vibe. Maybe the major downside is the early closing hours (8pm?) It looks like they may also serve flat breads near the back of the facility but i'm not 100% how that worked as I just glanced over the menu and not many people were eating. Their ciders varied, from dry to hopped, to barrel aged. Most of their products were on the dry side, so if you're looking for a sweeter/fruitier cider you might have to keep on keepin' on elsewhere. read more

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We went a Sunday evening and the place was completely empty. We loved the ambiance, its nice, and edgy. Tables have game boards so you can drink and play all you want. We had a really nice time playing scrabble, but they also have card games and other game boards. They have nice sofas if you prefer to just sit and have a nice conversation. I found the prices to be very cheap, we had 5 glasses of 1oz for a total of $5. They have great variety of hard ciders and wines. The hard ciders are made in store so you can see where there are storage and made! The only reason that I am giving them 3 stars is because I did not liked their ciders as much as I wanted to. I tend to like sweet ciders and most if them were a little too dry for my taste. Some of them had citrus flavors and even nuts flavor... I asked for a sweeter cider and the bartender told me they were out of stock of their sweetest cider which happen to be favorite. She then gave me a free testing of the cider, out of the storage can...which was half way process. I think I will go back to try that cider once its finished! read more

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Colony and antiquity were my favorites. Apples come all the way from as north as Sonoma and as south as Avila and pressed right across the street. read more

Ciders here are different than I am used to, but awesome! They are on the dryer side and not overly sweet like a lot of these can be. They do a sample flight which is a wonderful way to try the different ciders they offer. The other fun thing about this place is they do live music. We went on a night when they had Bear Market Riot playing and we became fans instantly. There is also a food truck some nights. The evening we went they had a taco truck. Food was good, but took way longer than any other food truck I've ever been to. If they can work out the kinks on getting the food out in a reasonable amount of time this would really help them! Overall this is a really great spot to relax and enjoy a tasty cider. read more

Truly one of the greatest hidden gems of Atascadero. If you find it too HARD to choose which CIDER you want, you can do a flight and try them all. You want a drink and a show? Come get a cider and check out the handsome bartenders. I'm kidding. They have great live music. It is pet friendly so it's nice to have a place where I can take my wife. I'm kidding. But you can actually bring your pets! read more

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What a fun and friendly place, could use regular food options but I had a great time listening to a pub band

Start your cider education here. This is as to Mike's Hard Lemonade as Chateau Margeux is to Beringer White Zin. They start you out with a classic English style cider - and that might be your jam. If (like me) it is most distinctly NOT your jam - blow past it and get into some of the later tastings. The dry ciders - especially the Mangelwurtzle (undoubtedly spelled incorrectly) - are fantastic! A real bonus is how genuinely nice the team is... They make you want to stay longer - and drink another. read more