It took me a while to discover Van Houten. The people are very nice and they have a good selection…read moreof plants. They keep improving the place so I keep coming back to check out what's new. Just a minor suggestion: I would add better labeling to the plants to explain what's most deer resistant, since we have so many around here.

Van Houten is a nice family owned garden center on Rockland. They are generally pricier than the…read morebig big stores and even your local grocery stores when they care seasonal items. But, you'll likely walk around and find specimens that wow you enough to pay a bit more for them. I bought a mandevilla, some annuals, veggies and herbs on my last visit. And, I've probably bought stuff here twice per year, every year, for the last 20 years. Sign up for their mailing list and you'll get coupons in Spring and Fall. If you want something for your yard, they likely have it. If you don't see it or aren't sure, just ask. They sell shrubs, trees, veggies, herbs, annuals, perennials, mulch, topsoil, pots and planters and they even have chicken and duck eggs in refrigerators in the main building. Parking is a little funny here. I suggest going on weekdays or off hours. Otherwise, there's some right on the main road and the overflow is off the side street. Happy gardening - it's good for you!

Great little dog friendly brewery. I was happy with the cider I had. My friends and I came here…read moretogether with all of our dogs!

Rockland Cider Works is a wonderful place! We were here in the fall season with our pup. There is a…read morefamily friendly farm, pumpkin picking, and plenty of Halloween decorations for the kiddies to have fun with. Just like many others, this brewery is dog friendly. It was our first time having cider, so we decided to go with the flights. It is definitely an acquired taste. Surprisingly, espresso was our favorite flavor. We also tried their original and a few fruity flavors. It was sad to see that the neighbors near by did not support this local farms events. There was a small stage area that could have been used for music or entertainers. Unfortunatlely, when we visited, no performers were allowed, and there was a petition to get the town to allow them to have the entertainment back. We really hope that on our next visit, the brewery is allowed to hold their entertainment!

I was driving around and exploring NY, on my way to chase down another waterfall and stumbled upon…read morethis gem! I had no idea that Angry Orchard had a cider house and tasting room ‍ but what a really cool place. Production and orchard tours are also offered, there are food trucks on site, they have flights, glasses and bottles of new & different ciders available for purchase. You're able to sample test beers, which\was really fun! Lots of tables to chill and hang out. The also have games to keep you entertained, like corn hole and more. There's even some merch so you can take a souvenir home and make your friends jealous! If you're traveling in the area, I'd def recommend a stop!

Seeing that I am a beer / horror enthusiast , this was a different , yet very satisfying…read moreexperience! When you first arrive, the property is very inviting and it's very spacious The music is on point and I'm talking about the live music that they offer there as well as the music playing within the brewery itself . I tried the full special of cider flight , priced very reasonable and the ciders were so refreshing. There is a small food truck on the premises, and I tried the hot honey/pepperoni, and I must say it's a great addition to the ciders . Sweet and savory. Everyone is very friendly at this establishment from the time you walk into the doors. It is great for large groups , couples, families, and solo venturing.

Great service and great food!!! Family friendly!!! I think the best thing there is the experience…read moreespecially during the fall time!!! I must see for anyone from the city or anywhere in NY/NJ looking my for an outdoorsy spot!!!

We came here for the cider, but we left wondering what the differences were. We got the traditional…read moreflight to share - $24, but honestly, all six options tasted about the same. It was a great way to sample for some variety, but we left without liking any of them. But the place was beautiful with a decent amount of seating (indoor, terrace, and outdoor). We didn't partake in the pizza, but saw a ton of people enjoying them.

Bad Seed is one of my favorites. The atmosphere, drinks and staff are fabulous. We had our…read moredaughter and son-in-laws the day after the wedding party here. We had about 50 family members attend. We rented the loft and had Rossi's cater. We basically used the loft for all the food and meeting place. We gave everyone tokens to use at the bar to put on our tab. It was a fantastic fall day and everyone gathered outside to listen to the band, hang around the fire pits and play games. The Staff made everyone wonderful for us.

Great spot to spend your afternoon/evening. They have ample seating outside and there's a fire pit…read moreif it gets chilly. The inside of the taproom is fun, clean, and has ample seating. The bartenders were friendly and do a great job of upkeep during a busy day. Family friendly environment with an arcade room...good for adults and kids and even had live music when I visited. I don't believe they serve food, but they had a food truck when I went. The Flavor Bandits food truck was popular with the crowd.

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!

Came here in the past and enjoyed it so ended up stopping by because I was in the area. They have…read moreAmazing hard cider here and they are Dog friendly too! Service is fast and friendly.

Great place! It was hard to choose from the large selection but you can't go wrong! Everything we…read moretried was really good and some unusual mashups!

We just found out about this place recently. We read an article online about this place being the…read moreoldest winery in the U.S. We decided to drive upstate and check this place out. It was a late Sunday afternoon. It was pretty quiet. Not that many people. Most likely because it's about to close when we got there. We were here only to pick up few bottles of wine. If you love wine, this place is definitely worth stopping by.

Charcuterie board was embarrassing, particularly for the price. A small plate with a minimal amount…read moreof offerings, particularly as there was only a vending machine for alternates. Very disappointing. The atmosphere in the event room was lovely and lively. A bit disorganized but the DJ/songstress pulled it together nicely. The corn toss and jenga was muchly appreciated.

Thanks to a past Yelp event hosted by the wonderful Marietta I had to come back & dine in! Not too…read morebusy during a Saturday early afternoon. We were greeted soon as we walked in,everyone was so friendly. Beautiful dining area. The food was delicious. I didn't realize my panini would have slices of apples on it...I ended up taking them off & eating separately. The on-site market was busy! They have a bit of everything from popcorn,peanut butter,donuts,fudge, cookies & even dog treats!! I am looking forward to their upcoming winter fest event.

This was a YELP event, It was an opportunity to try some fantastic cider and cider donuts. We…read morelearned the difference between apple cider and apple juice. They had some great ciders the service was excellent this is not just a cider joint but a full fledged restaurant I did see some fantastic flatbreads but they have a full menu. It's an earthy atmosphere and very laid back. I highly recommend checking this joint out.

Iron Bound is consistently a good experience. Over the years this farm has evolved into a culinary…read moredestination with ingredients as local as it gets. The meats on the menu are from the farm! The uniqueness of the cider is the highlight of the meal that is already exceptional. It's also a place you can feel good about supporting. The mission of Iron Bound since its founding has been to be good stewards of the land and good humans all around. The energy here is as immaculate as the food. If you are coming from a distance pack a cooler with ice to take home the home grown meats. The breakfast sausage is our favorite!

The food is farm-to-table table. There is also a mini-market where you can purchase the very same…read morefresh produce and ciders you can order. The outside seating areas are gorgeous. They also have covered outside seating with a bar. For the area and Th freshness, its somewhat on the level of a Whole Foods pricing schema, but as it is a farming collective, the farms receive more of a share of the proceeds.