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    Ironbound Hard Cider

    4.5 (201 reviews)
    ModerateCideries, American
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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Marcus C.

    Very cool cidery/winery. This is a great little farm to go with a few friends and enjoy a flight of cider and hang out. There's live music on certain nights and firepits if you need to warm up for a bit. They also have food trucks to grab some grub and it isn't over priced. All of the staff was friendly and talkative. Make sure you pop into the store and grab something to go.

    Alison C.

    4.5 stars I had tried a can of Ironbound's Original Hard Cider at a bar in the past and had not been overly impressed by its dry flavor; I was much more of a sweet cider person. However, we happened to be out in near the ciderhouse recently, and after seeing pictures of their gorgeous grounds, I thought it would be worth visiting and giving the pressed apple drinks another chance. The cidery was actually located on an 108-acre organic, regenerative farm where they produced their own apples and grew other various herbs and vegetables. We had the option of sitting inside the ciderhouse or outside, either within their large tent or under one of their umbrella-covered picnic tables or Adirondack chairs. While there were bar and wait staff inside, sitting outside meant having to go back and forth to their bar, but that was fine for us. We ordered some food and were given a beeper that would let us know when it was ready for pick-up. In the meantime, we started with beverages. I was driving, so I just got a can of Pineapple Spindrift, but my partner ordered the cider tasting flight. I took small sips of each of the 4 hard varieties: 1.) Original Hard Cider - the same dry version I had found just OK in the past 2.) Devil's Harvest - made with dry-harvested Pine Barrens cranberries and tart cherries 3.) Highlands Farmhouse - containing Northern Brewer and Cascade hops, so it had the funky taste and body of a beer 4.) Juniper - very effervescent and infused with juniper berries The Devil's Harvest and Highlands Farmhouse were our favorites by far, and we even purchased a 4-pack of the Devil's Harvest from their indoor shop and farm market to take home with us. In fact, the store sold a variety of gourmet food items, fresh vegetables, refrigerated meats, Ironbound merchandise, and much more. Our food was ready rather quickly and was tasty. We shared a chunk of the Cornbread, which was more on the dense, dry side than being sweet and cakey, which was actually how I preferred it. The savory treat was served with WoodsEdge honey butter that I did find too sweet, though. I also got the Chicken Tacos, which were served in a portion of 2 corn tortillas, which were stuffed with shredded chicken, a cilantro-cabbage slaw, and pickled red onion. I skipped the side of sour cream, but the small cup of accompanying heirloom tomato salsa was spicy, herbaceous, and really added a kick. The chicken was only the slightest bit dry, but it had been so well-seasoned that it really did not matter. My companion got the Heritage Pulled Pork Sandwich, which was nice and large, but its Carolina BBQ sauce was on the sweeter side. It was also very over-priced for $24 (especially when it came with potato chips not fries), but none of the items that we ordered were well-priced, unfortunately. Lastly, my partner ordered one of the cider cocktails which had fig in it and really tasted like a sparkling rose. We both thought it was decent, but dry. The Ironbound Farm was a beautiful facility with fresh takes on food and beverages. Their farm grounds helped provide them with the necessary ingredients for a natural, earthy experience.

    Cider Flight
    Patricia K.

    Good experience at Ironbound this weekend! We stopped by this past Saturday afternoon and it was fairly empty for a warm sunny day. We walked right up to the outside bar and split a cider flight with their specialty ciders. It was fairly priced and good potions for what we got. Our favorite cider ended up being the Black Tea Lemonade. We took the Black Tea Lemonade and the Sangria to go. Compared to other places we have been, the drinks were slightly more expensive ($50 for one cider four pack and sangria four pack for reference) but I imagine you would pay the same to order those drinks out at a bar. If I'm in the area, I would come back here again! Really enjoyed the outdoor seating area for its peaceful spacious atmosphere

    Amy Lynn B.

    The seasonal farm-to-plate menu at Ironbound farm was amazing. They are known for their award-winning hard ciders and wines but they also make a beautiful and delicious mocktail!! The atmosphere was so chill too. Great service and a gorgeous place to sit indoors or outside! Enjoy!!

    Mushroom Caesar salad
    Molly Z.

    Food was great. Server was so lovely and well informed. Vibes were great. Would 100% come back!

    Latoya G.

    Ok... so where do I begin? Oh yeah, when I pulled up and saw the cutesy spotted goat that stole my heart! And the sheep and the piggy. Oh my goodness... such a special intro to Ironbound. Visited here for a Thursday night dinner in the October fall... I loved that there was a cool outside bar where you could also eat... we chose to go inside because it was a little too cool for my liking. Very rustic feel... simple decor, but has a great vibe. We were seated immediately... I could have gone for it being a bit warmer inside, but the drinks helped me out a bit lol. Lucas was awesome (thank you so much for the history lesson about the Harrison apple)! Very friendly, informative, and patient.... Ok on to the menu... wow oh wow.... I had some of the best meal that I've had in years at this spot! Bone marrow was really good... I don't have anything to compare it to, but it did it for me! Spreading it onto the delicious sourdough toast did exactly what it was supposed to lol. But, the STAR of the show was the cascatelli pasta.... my oh my oh my!!!!! It was absolutely delish! The pasta was cooked to perfection and was the most awesome vehicle to carry the slightly sweet combo of pumpkin, ricotta, peppers, shallots... and the beautiful mushrooms! I live an hour away and would order this for take out any day. My corncake with blueberry compote and honey ice cream was creative but nothing to write home about... Drink wise, I love their uber seasonal options.... the pumpkin spicy was soooo good! And tasted exactly as described.. the pumpkin butter really elevated this drink. I also really loved their signature Cider Royal so much that I purchased a bottle to take home.. along with their sangria to go... I love that it is almost 9% alcohol and is bubbly... I'm already planning my next trip!!

    Dessert
    Nick N.

    I love this place. I've been a couple times and every time i go, it gets better. Not only is the cider great with a variety of options, but the food, the grounds and the fresh air are beautiful as well. Perched on the hill, theres an outdoor kitchen where we sat at the bar and watched the chefs prepare everything we ate. The chefs were friendly and answered questions about all the food and preparation, it was cool to watch. Cant wait to go back when it gets a little warmer!

    Chocolate cake
    Laura F.

    Driving up through Pittstown, you wouldn't expect to find such a wonderful dining establishment here kind of in a rural area on a farm. The vibe is cozy and casual but don't think that makes the food any less than outstanding. It's a limited food menu but I'd rather have 10 items done very well than 20 with half mediocre. Our server Joy was literally a joy and made us feel right at home. We chose the Korean fried chicken to share and it was perfectly crispy with great toppings for a flavorful bite. I ordered the burger for my main and was really amazed. Super soft bun and burger with the onions and micro greens...heavenly! Although I would get sweet potato wedges with this next time. My Mom really enjoyed her vegetable lasagna, my sis liked her risotto too. Again, lots of flavors in every bite. The desserts to me were just okay. I found the chocolate cake to be dry, and for the price it was underwhelming. But my family enjoyed them anyway. The mandarin corn cake is very interesting! I'm not a big drinker so I had the hot mulled cider which is non-alcoholic...insane! It was a cool spring afternoon so this absolutely hit! My Mom got 2 mugs! My other family members got the cider flight and a few other drinks and really loved everything. You can also grab some eggs, bacon, greens, ciders, sangria and even flower arrangements on the way out. I'm looking forward to summer where it looks like outside at the fire pits is the place to be! Also, we love supporting local farms and appreciate what this place is doing! A must visit if you're in the area!

    Fluke
    Ben D.

    Worth stopping in when in the area. Reservations make for a better experience. Regular menu is fine but the dishes coming off of the wood fired menu is the way to go.

    Burrata Panzanella Salad
    Barron N.

    What a fantastic meal! Everything served was so fresh and delicious from on site or local farms. We were told 80% of the food served comes from Ironbound farm or garden. The service was attentive and did a good job. Sitting outside was also very nice and peaceful could just relax and have conversations and enjoy the amazing food. Definitely worth a trip

    Bone marrow hidden beneath all the add-ons!
    Michelle Y.

    I love everything this place stands for - regenerative farming principles, elevated farm to table cooking and alcohol! The ambiance here is breathtaking, especially at sunset! The farm is located in the middle of nowhere, Hunterdon County surrounded by farmland. Parking can be a pain especially around prime dinner time on a beautiful weather day. The recommended attire is "Instagram Farm Chic". Make sure you bring your most trendy flannel and coordinating beanie! All jokes aside, the setting is lovely with an outdoor open kitchen and fire pits next to outdoor seating. There is tent seating with picnic tables and it's quite cozy. The clear sides are down in the cooler weather and they run a thermostat controlled heater. The heater can be loud but it goes on and off so it's not a constant bother. The tent is lined with string lights, further setting the mood. There's also seating inside the main building. The menu here is very creative and ambitious. While it's not executed to perfection, I love the effort and I'll gladly take that over the same ol' same ol'. I enjoyed the bone marrow very much. It came with toasted sourdough bread, a chimichurri sauce, beef cheek carnitas and a bunch of other stuff on top. I wish they would just leave the beef cheek and the majority of the other stuff off. It's overkill and distracting! Bone marrow is delicious enough plain! The scallop dish was creative and flavorful but the scallops were over cooked. The cornbread dessert had an off flavor and I was not a fan. For my drink I chose the Harvest Sky cocktail and it was so refreshing and delicious. All of our drinks and food came out in a timely manner and our waiter, Garrett, was super attentive and constantly checking in to make sure we had what we needed. I cannot wait to come back, sit out by the fire pits and try a larger sampling of the ciders and other items on the menu.

    Outdoors
    Simon W.

    Love the concept of a cider brewery since I grew up in cider country. Many interesting ciders and cocktails to try. Some average but some really are very good. Try a flight and maybe one of the special ciders to find what you like. Service was really friendly. The location is idyllic making outdoor dining great but the interior restaurant area with wood beams is so beautiful. Now onto why 4 stars vs 5. While some dishes like the grilled halloumi are excellent others like the pizza are quite poor and the prices are very high for what it is.

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    Staff, food, atmosphere all amazing, if your looking for a restaurant with rustic charm, fresh produce, and you live cider! This is for you.

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    Ask the Community - Ironbound Hard Cider

    Are kids allowed?

    Yep

    Do they allow dogs?

    Hi there! We love dogs and encourage guests to bring theirs. However, we do require all dogs to be leashed, and due to health codes no dogs are allowed inside the Tasting Room. But there's plenty of space for you to roam with your furry friend… Read more

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    Burnt Mills Cider Company

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    Burnt Mills is one of my absolute favorite places to visit. It's a lot less commercial than some of…read morethe wineries/cideries throughout NJ/NY. I have tried almost all of their ciders and love tasting all the seasonal varieties on tap. Some of my favorites include the General George, Cider Donut, and Strawberry Lemonade. There's a bar inside and during peak months, a second bar is opened right outside the tasting room. There are two indoor bathrooms and a few porta-potties outside in the parking lot. They do not offer food on-site except for food trucks which are usually parked outside the tap room on weekends. You are allowed to bring your own food and I have even seen people set up for parties with a whole spread of snacks and treats. There is limited seating both inside and outside, so I strongly advise bringing lawn chairs. There's some picnic seating spread throughout the lawn, but it fills up quickly on a nice day. I love that they allow dogs as many of the wineries in the area do not. There's a bunch of lawn games available for kids and adults alike. They offer some 4 packs of cans and refillable growlers to take home. You can also find some of their ciders in local liquor stores. The parking lot fills up very quickly. The lot is a mix of dirt/gravel and can be a bit of a bumpy ride. Overall, a great day trip for families looking to relax outside on a nice day!

    Burnt Mills Cider, located on US Route 206 in Bedminster in a beautifully restored farm building,…read moreoffers innovative house-made "flavor-forward" ciders made from locally-sourced apples, a cozy but comfortable indoor tasting room with oak paneling and wood furniture crafted from the trees cleared on-site during construction, and a family-friendly and dog-friendly outdoor space with picnic tables, fire pits, and cornhole games. Burnt Mills offers a range of sweet and dry fruit-forward ciders in 4 oz., 8 oz., and 16 oz. servings with 12 options on tap, including seasonal specialties available only for a limited time. Thankfully, you can sample several of them at a time by ordering a flight of four 4 oz. servings. On my most recent visit, I really enjoyed the General George (5.5% ABV), a balanced cider featuring tart black cherry rounded out by vanilla that's smooth and dangerously easy to drink, and the Friendsgiving 2025 (5.5% ABV), a holiday in a glass that is a complex blend of cranberries, orange peel, rosemary, honey, and cinnamon. YUM! I'm definitely excited to go back and try the other varieties on-tap, then grab a growler or cans to go. PRO TIP #1: Drive slowly in the parking lot. There's a large dip midway up the driveway from US Route 206 that could bottom out your vehicle. PRO TIP #2: Pack a picnic basket. While recent changes to New Jersey's previously draconian liquor laws have eased many restrictions on microbreweries and cideries, they still can't have full-service kitchens. Burnt Mills often hosts food trucks on the weekends (check their calendar!), but you'll want to pack your own snacks if you visit during the week. You can also bring your own food or order from local Bedminster/Far Hills restaurants via a delivery app!

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