what a terrific experience! unfortunately no u-pick apples…read morebut u-pick berries is the draw here! definitely come at season's open and it will be easy to find berries. we came towards the end of september and the easy ones were all gone, but if you are diligent, you can find pockets all throughout the bushes. the staff are kind and efficient. they got the snack bar line moving, long lines were cleared out effortlessly. we tried the apple cider mini donuts, they are delicious. there was live music and a shaded grassy area that easily makes enjoying the space a relaxing time. my partner filled up his berry box and i... did not, i struggled with the heat and couldn't commit to bushes for very long. for u-pick berries, this spot is perfect. for u-pick apples, this is not the spot. i enjoyed and would recommend!

Snow-Line Orchards…read more SnowLine Orchards is one of those places my family and I have been visiting for years, especially during the fall and sometimes in the winter. They're known for their delicious donuts, but there's so much more to enjoy! One of the cool things is that you can sample different varieties of apples before deciding which ones to take home. They also have a great selection of wines. Peach Perfect and Black Bear were two of my favorites. I was hoping to grab Red Tractor, but unfortunately, it wasn't in stock this time. For you pickers, you can pick your own raspberries and apples for a small fee. It's a great place to slow down, relax, enjoy the scenery, and spend some quality time with family.

Growing up, Oak Glen was always a highlight of fall. My mom loved coming here for fresh apple cider…read moredonuts and to enjoy the season, so visiting Los Ríos Rancho always feels nostalgic. Got here around 9:15 AM, found parking right away, and picked a bag of fresh Golden Delicious straight from the tree. Also sampled some cider and grabbed an apple crumble pie -- by 10 AM, the parking lot was filling up and the place was getting CRAZY busy! The staff were super friendly, and it's the perfect fall outing for families and couples alike. Definitely come early!

Beautiful place, but unfortunately the customer service ruined part of the experience…read more We had an amazing time at Oak Glen Preserve. The scenery was beautiful, and we were really enjoying exploring and taking photos. We had actually planned on eating at Los Rios Rancho because the BBQ smelled really good, but decided to start with a piece of apple pie and ice cream. Unfortunately, the experience at the order window completely changed the mood. We were standing there waiting to order, but the woman working the window repeatedly avoided acknowledging us. My girlfriend eventually had to ask if we could order, and the response she received was extremely rude and unprofessional. I work in the food industry as an executive chef, and one of the things I emphasize when training my staff is the importance of acknowledging customers and making them feel welcome. I completely understand having a bad day, but basic professionalism and customer service should still be expected. At that point, we just wanted to leave. We got our pie and ice cream and left instead of staying for the BBQ we had originally planned on having. It's unfortunate because we were having such a great day and were genuinely excited to spend more time there. The location is beautiful, but one unpleasant interaction at the order window completely changed our experience.

Ok I never checked out a cider bar. This was nice to try and it had positive vibes. It was a…read moreThursday and they had like a trivia night going. They have a lot of activities here on different days, that seem very fun! It's a decent size and they have outside and indoor seating. The service was amazing!! Jim was very nice and he was very amicable. I tried the apple crisp and berry cider and it was definitely 5/5. I will come back to enjoy maple more ciders and the events they have. They also have a taquito vendor that comes there a few times out the month. It's right across from Claremont Ales and easy to find, with lots of parking. -Marshay D.

First time here and absolutely loved it! Great ciders ((definitely try the passionfruit!)) and even…read morebetter ambiance and service! The owner is super sweet and brings such welcoming vibes! We accidentally stumbled in on trivia night and although we came in last place, it was the fun we had that mattered. Thank you!!!!!

MAKE AN APPT FOR TASTING!!! Trust me it's worth it! It's a small place so they go by appointment…read moreonly. It is magical. It's like a little picnic winery little nook outside of town. Kept seeing flyers for it I kept forgetting to go and I really didn't think that the wine would be very good. But what was actually incredibly surprising was the detail and the quality! I think the buy appointment only is it common but highly appreciated once you get there for sure! I ended up not getting the wine because I wanted to try the hard apple cider. I definitely had a little buzz going and it was only I think five or something maybe six different flavors very good size for a flight. Next time I'll come back for the wine because they are made there! Some of the grape grapes are shipped in and there is a local orchard. Just a very cool and surprising little spot. I was not expecting the hands-on aspect of the winery. I'm looking forward to going back! Special shout out to the staff for being accommodating, conversational, friendly, fast and efficient! Honestly it was a fantastic experience.

We have been able to enjoy Sycamore Ranch on several occasions. Each person has been knowledgeable…read moreand helpful while tasting. We have done white wines, red wines, and ciders. We always leave with a bottle of something special for later. The grounds are welcoming and lovely as you sit around oak barrels with the orchards and vineyards nearby. On one occasion I was by myself and had the opportunity to do a tasting with some other folks who didn't mind my intrusion. The owner was most gracious.

So we recently joined their club. They have a lower tier and a higher tier that we joined. What…read morewere you thinking? Are we not Pros? We do have a beer club, wine club, and now a meadery club. We get 8 bottles every quarter at $220 and 15 percent off extra bottles or tastings. The past Sunday we tried their happy hour special which was 2 flights and some snacks for $59. But since we are members, it came out to $50 instead. We've had our share of meads. I would say the level of creativity is pretty high here. We had their viking mood which was stored in oak tasted like whiskey. Had their midnight which was on the highest sweet level. Also had the Valkyrie reserve which was phenomenal. But like our favorite winery as members, we are able to swap out the ones we didn't like to the ones we do. A total perk for members. Outside the place there's 2 patio tables and chairs. While Inside there are booth, tables, self serve water, instagrammable areas like their backdrop. Our host Erin was super helpful helping us, kudos to good service. We also got a recent bottle of their creme brulee mead. Highly recommended if you can get one that is. It's a little far for us, but we enjoyed batch mead. I do wish they give out free monthly tastings but don't forget, we are pro drinkers. In the meantime, cheers to you!

Place is so good I bought a membership and now get 4 bottles per quarter…read more Love the mead and the events and ambiance here are top shelf. Owner seems passionate about what he does and their flavor themes are a lot of fun. I try to come here monthly, I really hope their business continues to thrive.

Best spot in town. Chubby cheeks is a chill place, great to hang out, play some games, have a…read moreconversation. Grab a table or maybe a booth to connect to a TV. Mead and cider are my two favorite drinks, and they brew up the best. I recommend the "liquid courage." The owners are delightful human beings. I would do anything for Jason. They are always hosting rad events, check their Instagram. I have multiple growlers and a T-shirt because this place is the best!!!

We have been coming here since it opened in 2019 but it's been a bit since our last visit. Today I…read morewas reminded why I love this place. Awesome ambience, great service and fantastic mead options. I highly recommend this place to anyone considering a visit. 5 star!

Raging Cider and Mead continues to not disappoint! Every time I visit here we are kindly greeted…read moreand served great product. It's a cozy establishment where you'll meet and make new friends fairly quickly here. We did! On our most recent visit we purposefully planned a meet up with a few friends of ours. Perfect Homey and cozy place to do just that. This business hosts a fun movie night on Thursdays. Although they don't have food on this night...you are allowed to bring in outside food and snacks. Our new friends provided popcorn for all the guests to share. That was awesome! I love places that bring these things together. Nice people and great brews! No brawls but only good vibes and laughter found here! The movie really helped too. We all had a blast. We got a flight of cider and a flight of the mead. Both styles of brews were great. I learned that the honey is sourced from vista and Escondido. Their product tends to be on the drier side and the mead more semisweet than too sweet. They do have fish fry-day on Fridays and we will come back for that in the very near future! I'm a sucker for fish n chips (with malt vinegar) and food when I'm enjoying a good brew. It's another hidden gem located in the furniture store area in San Marcos. On our previous visits we took advantage of the garden-esque patio seating in the front. Looking forward to our next visit here!

Raging Cider and Mead Co. in San Marcos is the spot for mead and cider lovers! This small and…read moreintimate tasting room specializes in high-quality, small-batch mead and cider, with rotating seasonal flavors that keep things fun. From dry to semi-sweet to fruity or spiced, there's something for everyone. Standouts include their crisp hibiscus cider, traditional mead, and unique barrel-aged options. The space is small, but welcoming, with knowledgeable staff who love to share what they do. It's a great place to try authentic cider and mead. If you don't know where to begin, ask for recommendations based of your palate. They've got a dog-friendly patio, which is a huge plus, and there's plenty of parking, making it super easy to stop by. The patio is shaded and covered by passionfruit vines. There's even an apple tree too! Raging also hosts a variety of events, like trivia nights and food truck pairings, that make each visit a little different. If you're in the area (or even if you're not!), it's well worth the visit. Support a local, family-oriented business doing something unique, and doing it well! Check their hours, since they are only open Friday through Sunday.

I highly recommend trying the Gunpowder Guava! I had some yesterday at Craftoberfest LA and it was…read moreone of my favs throughout the whole day! It was refreshing instead of being too heavy. I tend to steer away from cider beers because they can be soooo sweet and I just feel gross after drinking them. The guava cider from here did NOT do that. At almost 7% alcohol, this stuff would be dangerous on a hot summer day because it's truly so light, crisp, and perfectly sweet - one would definitely down way too many without noticing lol. I can't wait to try some of their other stuff!

Garrett was the man!!! He gave us the background on the place and had us taste various flavors…read more Cannot wait to come back.

I was in need for some Mead. Twisted Horn came to mind since I came across it on Eventbrite on…read moredifferent occasions. Honestly, it was kind of tricky locating it based on my GPS but I found it. There was no problems with parking which was great. As compared to the outside, inside was a very pleasant surprise. I loved the decor and Nordic/Viking vibes. The friendly guy behind the counter was really helpful in my decision to go with Musashi. I took a sip and thought to myself, "Ohhh Mead INDEED!". What a nice escape!! My honey-wine was a winner. To the Yelp Community at large, you're in for a swwweet treat. :-)

This place is a gem. Very clean and organized, a cool Nordic vibe and they have a ton of board and…read morecards games to play with friends, and trivia night. Their flights have number tags by the glasses, and you order cider by number. The meads and ciders are really good quality, the flavors are complex and not overly sweet. The servers are very knowledgeable and helpful about all their beverages. Very cool place to just visit and relax and have a drink.

The manager and one employee who've been working there for a long time do not seem or want to…read moreunderstand how delivery apps work. Very rude, negative, obnoxious people. If you don't like your job go work somewhere else ; instead of taking it out on someone who delivers for your store on top of it, and has for years.

Great location, two older gentle men working there were very helpful and friendly! They were able…read moreto help me find a bottle I was looking for.