We stopped by on a Sunday afternoon. It was quiet and well done. So close to Richmond and yet it…read morefeels like the country. They even have walking trails. A great spot for the pups and kids. The food truck opened at 2, but we were too early. They were even going to have face painting and live music. I can't wait to visit again.

Great atmosphere and great ciders. I believe it was the owner we spoke to but he was very…read moreknowledgeable and nice. Answered all our questions and told us about upcoming events.

In the fall, Carter's Mountain is packed with folks buying pumpkins, apple cider, apple cider…read moredonuts, cider, and wine. On a quiet week day in the spring, we were able to enjoy the steep drive up the mountain and the views that greeted us without lots of people and cars coming and going. You can still buy the cider, donuts, ice cream, and more. You also can relax and shop their very cute country store, which sells locally made jams, syrups, mixes, and other foods. They also have lovely dish towels and many other such gift items. We recommend going both in the fall to be part of the festivities as well as in the spring and summer.

During our recent visit to Carter Mountain Orchard we skipped the apple‑picking portion, but the…read moreexperience was still well worth the trip. Views From the orchard's main patio, the panorama stretches across rolling hills, doted farms, and nearby towns. It was perfect fall view. Food The freshly baked donuts are a standout--light, fluffy, and lightly glazed with just enough sweetness to satisfy without overwhelming. The accompanying cookies are similarly delightful: crisp on the edges, chewy in the center, and speckled with bits of chocolate or oatmeal that ad texture. Both items are perfectly paired with a cup of hot cider. While the apple‑picking experience is a highlight for many, the combination of panoramic vistas, fresh donuts, and comforting cookies makes it a worthwhile destination even for those who prefer to stay on the ground. It's an ideal spot for a casual outing, a quick photo session, or a sweet snack break amid beautiful surroundings.

I have loved this cider for many years, I am not local so this was my first stop in at the new…read morelocation. Pulling up to the building is deceiving as the area is mixed industrial/residential. The tap room is so cozy and welcoming. Many different options for cider. We started with a flight and the bar tender was really helpful in describing options for our selections. Our favorite was the shady grove. I also loved the bird and bee which was bourbon barrel aged cider. Awesome selection! Of note - this bar has cheese plate options and pizza. They welcome dogs and you are able to bring in food delivery if you'd like. Lots of games and cozy seating areas for groups!

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After visiting the video game store arcade down the street, my friend and I went to visit this…read morebrewery down the street. It was a short little walk and along the way there were plenty of other places to grab drinks if you're looking for a pub crawl type vibe. However, if you want to just stay here a few hours, I don't think you will be disappointed. I don't drink much; I never cared for the taste of alcohol. When I drink I seek for things that don't really taste like it at all. They let me sample the pineapple upside down cake cider and it was sweet enough to give me an option to enjoy! We met a handsome guy named Benjamin, who said it was his first day on the clock, so we assured him we would give him a hassle to commemorate the occasion. He was super helpful in suggesting a dry cider for her to enjoy! The other employee I spoke to was also super nice. I'm thinking about moving to the area and I asked him about rental prices in the area. He was kind enough to offer some insight! It's a massive location with tons of seating indoors and out. They had a fun, large Jenga game you could play but you could easily bring your own board games in. Oh and they also had dole whip?! Unsure if it was dairy-free friendly as I didn't have any but I thought that was a fun unique quirk of the place. I definitely suggest checking it out! Perfect for a casual but cute date night with a romantic interest or to spend time with friends!

Buskey Cider used to be a local haunt for me. I have a commissioned piece of all my favorite…read morebusinesses in RVA (it's my phone background) and Buskey is on it! When I was an active member of the Scott's Addition Board Game Society, I came twice a month. Buskey has stayed a local gem in my heart for all the years I've lived in Richmond. They offer a huge variety of ciders that can fit different palettes. Their classic flavors are on the sweeter side, but they offer dry ciders too. I adore the space they have. It's huge and great for different things. Whether you're hoping for some time inside or outside, they have plenty of seating to accommodate both. You're able to try different ciders before purchasing them since most of them are on tap. If you're not in the mood to stay in their space, they offer most of the ciders to go. Buskey Cider has a variety of fun community events to attend. They have a wonderful space for it. They welcome dogs here. Parking can be a little tricky since it's Scott's Addition, but it's never that bad. They have a women and men's restroom here. I'm classic and like their RVA Cider. In the summer, when it's floating season, I try to get their Watermelon Rosemary if it's available. I also really like their soft serve cider. They cycle out flavors and create new ones. You can always expect to find RVA Cider and Buskey Dry though. I highly recommend visiting Buskey for an RVA local cidery.

Albemarle Ciderworks is located on a gorgeous property near the Charlottesville area. My husband…read moreand I both liked the various ciders we sampled and service was prompt!

We came to the side on the last stop of a wine tasting adventure so at first, when I heard we were…read morecoming here I thought it sounded out of place. It ended up being my favorite stop the whole day. There was live music that reminded me of quaint little pub somewhere in Ireland. The folk music was awesome and engaging. The staff were really knowledgeable and walked us through the different Types of cider. Their selection of dry cider was awesome and I was super impressed. The grounds were just breathtaking and the Orchard area was dreamy. I would 1000% come back and I still think about this place even though we went tons of other spots on this trip.

So stopped in on a whim. Passed by on the way to lunch and decided to give it a try. We got flights…read moreof several ciders. They had a pretty decent selection. Most tended to be on the sweeter side but they did have a couple dryer selections. The server was awesome. Very helpful with suggestions and very familiar with their selections. The place was clean and nicely decorated. We hung out for a bit and had a nice conversation.

Not enough non alcoholic options. What cider place doesn't have plain NA cider availableread more

Very nice craft brewery with beers and hard ciders. I had…read morecoffee/cocoa stout and an Irish Red. Both were excellent. My wife had a flight of 6 ciders. She couldn't decide which was best. (You can get as many as you like @ $2 each.) We also had the pulled pork nachos which were very good. And plentiful. Plenty of outdoor seating. Dogs are welcome. It was a very pleasant afternoon in the late summer sun. The staff was friendly and answered all our questions. Definitely worth a return trip if we are in the area.

Fun place, Id like to come back when it's warmer. Cider was great and they have a bunch of choices…read more I went on a Sunday and it was slow, but they say it's busier as summer comes. If you're in the area check it out.

My friend took me to this cute cidery when I was visiting Charlottesville in July…read more We parked in the grass lot and grabbed our drinks inside and went outside. The inside wasn't very decorated, and didn't have that many seats. It seemed a bit bare. I wanted to get the frozen drink, but they said they had run out. Outside had a few more seats, but our stay was cut short by some bees that were very interested in my drink, purse, and my friend's face. I might have to give it another try but it was just an average experience for me.

I've never been here when the weather was nice enough to let us enjoy the full setting, which is…read morethe only reason its getting docked a star. There is very limited seating in the indoor wine bar--two small tables is just about it. If they don't have a wedding or other event, the large barn-like event space is open with seating, but its cool and drafty so if you're hiding from the weather it is not ideal. They have a very small food menu and offer a rotating menu of cider flights and cocktails. Generally, ciders are quite dry, not at all like angry orchard or redd's (for comparison). The cocktails are fun and creative. I loved having the option for a hot drink in late December. At some point, I'd love to be able to come when the weather is beautiful and can take advantage of their outdoor wine bar, fire pits, and view. Ample parking, though as you follow the road up to the winery, you move from gravel to packed dirt. Parking can get quite muddy as it is just grass/dirt, and there can be some deep tracks left from cars in previous weather. Definitely not a reason to skip this place, but something that we noticed as we were coming/going since we were in a very small car.

The cider flight was excellent--we actually preferred the cidery over the winery, though the winery…read moreis also great. Jacob, the manager, is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, and he really takes the time to chat with patrons. The atmosphere and menu overall are wonderful. Our only suggestion would be to improve the chicken salad.

Really nice venue with a large variety of ciders. Though we've not personally eaten there the food…read morelooks amazing. Wonderful views and employees.