One of my new favorite stops EVER!…read more Woodridge Farm Brewery is one of those places that sneaks up on you and then refuses to let your heart go. This property is massive! Like, "did I just wander into a rustic resort?" levels of big and every corner has its own personality. First stop? The farm market. And listen... I could've spent my entire vacation budget right there. Shelves stacked with homemade canned goods, sauces, jams, salsa, pickled everything, and more pumpkins than Cinderella could handle. Total cozy-country heaven. The grounds are seriously gorgeous. You get these pockets of space that feel secluded and peaceful, almost like a secret beachy cabin retreat dropped into the Virginia mountains. There are tons of tables outside so you can sip and snack in the sunshine, plus a driving range, volleyball pits, and a giant "LOVE" sign that basically begs you to take a photo. Inside, the bar is warm, rustic, and charming the kind of spot that feels like it was built for good drinks and even better stories. They had a food truck the day we visited (I didn't see in-house food options), which just added to that relaxed, festival-by-the-lake feeling. Between the gorgeous scenery, the spacious layout, the drinks, and the vibes? This was easily one of my favorite stops on our travels. 10/10 would go back in a heartbeat.

This place is like a country version of an amusement park. Driving range, mini train, volleyball,…read morecornhole, karaoke, firepit and great folks. Have a drink, sing a song, play a game, enjoy some food. Come and act like a local. This place ain't for pretentious types. Enjoy the view and kick back with a cold one.

I wasn't even in the mood for beer, but came here anyways and was shocked…read more I went with a friend for dinner here as the options are super limited in Lexington VA. I was already not in the mood for anymore drinking after spending a weekend in a major tournament in Lynchburg. Anyways, for a Saturday evening, this place was pretty packed both inside and outside. We both ended up getting a flight of beers each and every one was great. The food surprised me as my fish tacos was super fresh. The chips and queso was also great. Overall, a must see - especially for the view of the mountains if you decided to eat outdoors.

Brewery # 445…read more Devil's Backbone is a very large operation it seems. They make beer, the make bourbon, and they make food. They just do them all very slowly or at least they did when I was there. We came here on a Monday evening, and it was somewhat busy but there were visible empty tables and a couple spots at the bar. We went to the bar and waited awhile before the bartender asked what we wanted. I didn't ask for a flight because he seemed too busy. Whatever I wanted they were out of, but I ended up with an Imperial 16-point IPA which was quite tasty. I also got some chicken nachos, but I had to go stand in line to order them. They were adequate but not worth the wait. The place was very disorganized. They had workers always standing by the hostess desk, but the bartender was overwhelmed. Seemed like they should have had more than one, after all it is a brewery. Would have loved to try more beer but we just left and went back into Lexington for another round at another place. I don't know maybe it was just a bad night.

A wonderful surprise we found in Scottsville!!! A small tasing area with a cozy feel. The staff…read morewas awesome and JSU so helpful. No food onsite but you can order from the local restaurants and they deliver. My suggestion is the country store next door that made us an excellent panini. Now the beers.... all of them we tried from the black IPA, porter, and red just all awesome. Personally, I say the black IPA. Definitely stop by if traveling through, or in Charlottesville but I saw it is worth a planned visit in its own right.

We visited here last month and had a nice time! The beers were all around really good and I liked…read morethe varying sizes you could choose from to try as many as you liked. They also had very affordable prices. The location is fairly small, but has a lot of charm. When we arrived, it was almost empty, and as it got later, it became so lively! It seems like more of a local place where everyone who knows everyone gathers. Hope to be back again.

The Blue Toad Trip was the maiden voyage for my wife and me in our recently completed cargo…read moreconversion--and it set the bar high. The hosts were super communicative and easy to work with. The setting was exceptional: perched beside the cidery with a pasture stretching out nearby, it had that perfect mix of open space and laid-back charm. For a first outing, I don't have much to compare it to, but it's hard to imagine a better start. Connectivity was surprisingly excellent--we were pulling 5G UW, which felt like a small miracle and made everything easier. The location couldn't have been more convenient, with trails, venues, and restaurants all close at hand. The cidery itself offered around two dozen options, and the Imperial Peach quickly became our go-to libation. And yes, they've got a happy hour at the cidery--and you already know that's my favorite time of day. Within three miles, you've got IGA, the ABC store, and Beltie's, while Devil's Backbone sits right across the street. The on-site BBQ Beast delivered exactly what you'd hope for--no surprises, just solid, satisfying fare. We lucked into something special during our stay, landing right in the middle of a migration path. One morning alone brought the sights and sounds of over 25 bird species--nature putting on a full show. All told, it's a fantastic place to boondock. We enjoyed it enough to tack on an extra night, which says plenty. Here's hoping the rest of our adventures measure

We are staying across the street in our RV at another brewery and we saw on yelp that there was a…read moreCidery close by and it turns out it was less than half a mile so we absolutely had to check it so we walked over. We are not sad that we did. This place is amazing. The cider is top notch and the barbecue is spot on. Definitely try the ribs and if you're a collard green fan, they are pretty fantastic. They're not like the collard greens in the deep south, but they got game. The cider is very well done!!!

What a welcoming experience I enjoyed last week when I met up with my Cornell nursing school mate…read moreand her husband after 58 years. Carson was our phenomenal waiter whose smile and skill we all enjoyed. Mount Ida has been my go to venue for special family and friend events and will continue to be.

Beautiful setting, ornate yet somewhat rustic indoors with multiple sipping & eating spaces plus…read morethe brewing room & bar area where to-go beer cans were prepped. Flowers in vases, fanciful chairs & tables, a circular staircase going to an upstairs tasting room, chandeliers, mirrors & paintings abound and a very curious video of home interiors & exteriors (homes for sale?) is seen on large screen monitors. Outdoors (this is a 5,000 acre property!), there are also many areas to sit including where heat lamps warm you in the colder months, a fire pit with rocking chairs around it, a space for pizza making classes, a large fireplace & bubbling fountains. All overlooking expansive views of the surrounding mountains & meadows. We came on a day when flights of beer (all were so good!) were half priced. The snack foods we ordered were very large (pretzels, cinnamon bites with caramel & softened goat cheese dip with raisins, honey, olive oil & flatbread for dipping. All were filling & flavorful. Staff is super friendly & welcoming. There is ample parking.

Peaceful location but cider is hit-or-miss. We visited Bryant's Cidery & Brewery on a Saturday…read moreafternoon, and it was mostly empty. The location is isolated in a lush valley. Country music played for the duration of our visit (either from the performance artist on stage or from the speakers). I tried five different ciders and only enjoyed drinking one of the five. At the time of my visit, none of the beer that they typically offer was available. Overall, I would recommend Bryant's Cidery & Brewery for the lovely location but not for the cider.

Every time we're in the Roseland area, we go to Bryant's. Sitting under the huge tree, listening to…read morethe wind blow, and chatting with friends is just like heaven. And getting to know the resident kitty (named Monkey) is fun too!

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.

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.

Went here since we were in the area and I'm a big fan of visiting distilleries/breweries, etc…read more Had no idea what to expect. I have seen the bottles of this distillery in the local ABC stores but that was about it. I have to say, the ladies behind the bar were uh-maze-ing. Seriously well-versed in the history of the distillery and they immediately made me a fan of this place. Like.. a big fan... we spent almost $300 fan between swag and alcohol. The ladies here also gave us some awesome recommendations for places to visit in the area. We visited most of them and it made our trip in this area improve 100%. When you're here, do yourself a favor and learn the story behind this place. It's worth it. Courage & Conviction!! :) Food Taste: Just a few snacks Overall Service: 5 Value of service to cost: 5 Facility: 5 Ambiance: Very clean bar/distillery area on the main floor. Open, simple, I enjoyed the livery. Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: outside seating if I remember correctly.

I am an American Single Malt fan, and bought their "Hardywood Gingerbread Stout Cask Finish". I…read morethen learned that that beer is not a stout, but a milk stout. I called them out on this and was given a canned nonsensical reply. Completely unacceptable. Incompetent backwoods yokels.