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    The Big Apple

    3.5 (150 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Laughed when I saw this. Chocolates
    Hazel P.

    The big apple has a lot of products for sale. Mainly, they are a bakery. They are famous for all their baked goods using apples. Our tour bus had the big apple as one of the stops for our lunch break. There are a number of food trucks outside the main building. Since it was raining hubby and I went inside and ordered from the smokehouse restaurant. I had the classic burger with french fries and hubby had the cheeseburger with french fries. The burger was really good compared to something like Wendy's. Their french fries were also good and not salted which I appreciated. Just a note, their indoor eating area is not very large. So I saved a table for us a while hubby ordered the food. They also have an outdoor eating area that is covered. Besides the bakery, they also have a small souvenir section where they sell T-shirts, hoodies, also skin care and some pet items. Outside, there's also a petting zoo and you can buy pellets to feed the animals. They also have a candy store. There is a large bathroom down the hall from the candy store for patrons of the shop. Hubby and I ended up buying several pies, pecan butter, tarts and caramel pecan brownies. I saw these cute honey, lemon candies and got some of those as well. They also have honey products, maple syrup, products, barbeque sauce, mustard, and other condiments. It was fun to look around the shop and see everything that they had. I'm sure we missed a couple of things because of the limited time we had on our bus tour. But I'm glad I got to enjoy the food there and also get some baked goods to take home for the family to try. I would definitely come here again if I could. You definitely need a car to get here though. So for those who don't have a car or drive, it would be really hard to visit this place.

    Jay M.

    We have been travelling between Toronto and Montreal since the past eight years, and this was the first time we took a break at this place, partly because it is quite close to Toronto and so too early or too late to take a break, depending upon where you are coming from. This time we took the break deliberately to explore it. There is a mini golf area outside for which the equipment can be avail from the restaurant. The restaurant which is a part of the larger store was fine. We went for a vegetarian sandwich with soup combo and a vegetarian poutine. The sandwich was supposed to be grilled , but it looked like they forgot. It tasted OK. The soup was not good. The poutine was good. The souvenir shop was amazing. It had many options in terms of merchandise. For food, there is a seating area inside as well as outside. Plenty of parking available. While the food wasn't great, I would still recommend checking it out.

    Alaleh P.

    We always enjoy visiting The Big Apple on our way to East and it never fails. The market has so many great options to buy; apple cheesecake, tart, cookies, raspberry/strawberry/Burberry tarts and so many more options. You can also watch their baking area as it's on the premises. They also sell many more goodies that you can enjoy. There's a playground for the kids and ample parking spaces available.

    Peggy C.

    I love stopping by here every time I drive out east. I like to bring my kids here too. They have a huge variety of snacks made with apple. I'm totally in love with their apple fritters and apple bread - something that I would always get. They are absolutely delicious! They also offer take out food like burgers and sandwiches. Highly recommend The big apple!

    Biyu X.

    This is a great place to come with Kids. They would love it so much. It's on highway, many people drive from Toronto towards East would pass by. The Big Apple, I thought it was a place to have apple picking, but I was wrong. There were stores, farmer markets, putting zoo, petting zoo, and train rides. The really impressive part is customers climbing up to the top of the huge apple. There are 3 floors inside: ground floor has 3 big figures with 2 big pies; 2nd floor has a cabinet of apple collections; 3rd floor is the lookout point. I like the farmer market that we could actually watch how they make the apple pies. We like the NO sugar added apple pie, and the Pesto spread. We definitely will come back.

    Josie F.

    The Big Apple, is quite the experience. I have driven by this place every year on my way to University. Finally decided to stop by after four years of just driving by, and oh man, I wish I had gone sooner. This place has all sorts of different treats with apples inside of them. We bought the apple pie and crumble, definitely some of the best apple pie i have ever had!

    bad photo of apple :)
    Owen R.

    could use some modernization with the interior avoid PEAK periods $hit load of tourists and kids the worst!?? right.....!.?????, nice selection of baked goods!

    Sandra M.

    The Big Apple is located right off the 401E in Colborne. The facility itself is massive; there is plenty of parking, a petting zoo, mini putt, food trucks, and off leash dog park available. I was impressed with the variety of options offered by the Big Apple including tarts, pies, crumble, fudge, slushees, cider, and a hot table. It could be what I purchased, but I was underwhelmed with the quality and taste of the food, especially for the price. I ordered the grilled cheese on apple bread, with fries, which cost $13. The concept of a grilled cheese on apple bread is unique, but the flavours were lack-luster. I also ordered cranberry apple crumble tarts for $13. The tarts did not taste like they were made fresh in a bakery. Rather, they tasted like they were from the grocery store. The cranberry in the tart over powered the apple flavour so the dessert was unbalanced. The service was just ok; when I ordered the grilled cheese, there was only one person in front of me and it took five minutes to take her order. Not sure if I will be back, but I can see the appeal for families.

    The kids love the animals

    Great experience We enjoyed the apple pie and other food options The animals are fun

    Mumble crumble apple pie $16.99
    Darby C.

    Looking for a popular pitstop along Highway 401 East? The Big Apple is a popular family spot to get homemade bakery products made with apples. There are EV charging stations for people driving their EV's. This complex consists of brewery, bakery, candyside, dog run, food trucks, Maple room, Mini golf, Ping Pong, Train, Petting zoo. What a great place to spend some time with your family and kids. The apple fritters were kind of pricey $12.99 for 6 pieces. I bought one at $2.99 to try it out. The fritter was lacking the sugar icing and apple cinnamon flavour. I was disappointed as the fritter didn't have many apples in it. The apples used were not sweet at all. We bought the 9 inch mumble crumble apple pie $16.99. This pie had lot of sweet apples and crunchy crumble on top. They definitely make these pies with love. So next time you're heading east don't forget to stop by in Colborne, Ontario and grab some delicious pies and pastries.

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    Elizabeth S.

    It was a stopover going to Ottawa . It was highly recommended so we bought their famous apple donut. It smells so good inside fresh apple pies . They make inside. It was a fun time to watch them making it from the glass window. Price is moderate. Chocolates are available in different kinds. Also lunch menu like takeout salad and sandwiches are available. It's a good stop and stretch as well.

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    Alexandra B.

    The Big Apple was a great spot to stop on the way from Toronto to Kingston. It is a store that sells food, mini apple products, including fresh apples, baked goods, many souvenirs, wine, and of course, apple cider. They also have lots of clean bathrooms to use. It is also possible to go up the big apple to a viewing deck on top. I purchased some ciders to try out and a loaf of freshly baked apple bread.

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    I just stoped by for a gluten free apple pie slice $5.99, you wouldn't even think it was gluten free, taste great

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    Check your receipts! They're tipping themselves by charging double HST. Should have brought my glasses since service wasn't worth it.

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    Always pick up a gluten free apple pie for my sister and sugar free one for my mother.

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    4.5(112 reviews)
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    After living in Batavia for a few years, it is always nice to go back and visit some of my favorite…read morespots. Oliver's is at the top of that list. Do you like candy? Do you like ice cream? This is the spot to go. We came in for a quick stop to grab some ice cream on the way home. We also had to pick up some candy too because I mean, we were here, might as well! This place always feels like walking into Wonka's factory. There are so many different kinds of chocolate and candy that there is something for everyone on that front. Then the ice cream parlor is pure nostalgia and there are so many flavors offered. I got a milkshake and it was made perfectly, topped with whipped cream and a chocolate wafer. The staff here is always friendly and helpful. The vibes are so happy in here. I suggest this spot to everyone looking for some sweets.

    I went to Oliver's for some ice cream and had a delicious cup of dairy free ice cream! They had a…read morebunch of flavors to pick from for standard ice cream as well as two dairy free options and the price to serving ratio was incredibly reasonable. The girl working was very sweet and helpful to make sure the ice cream was also gluten free for me. They had a few picnic tables outside to sit at and enjoy. There was a cooler with tons of treats available to purchase and there is also a gift shop located in the lower part of the store. It was a great stop and I'll be back soon!

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