I always look forward to visiting Clendenen's Cider Works when visiting Fortuna California. First of course the service is outstanding, all the staff are super helpful and always have great recommendations. The star of the show is definitely the Apple Cider, simply amazing and I can never get enough of it. You won't find it an fresher. They also have lots of seasonal fruits at decent prices. This last visit i tried a number of snacks and fruit & nut trail mixes that were fresh and tasty. They also sell A2 chocolate milk which is delicious. Stop at Clendenen's Cider works & try the cider, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Wonderful place to grab a cup of homegrown cider to sip or take home. Clendenen's also sell sit frozen for road warriors. The stand also has fresh produce and locally made food products. Great service, too. Card accepted. A must visit when traveling Highway 101. read more

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The Best Cider you'll ever taste! I love this store. I've been going there for years and will be a repeat customer read more

This place never disappoints. We bought apple cider, which makes excellent AppleTini's and a bag of apples to make an apple pie with. Delicious. All the help are friendly and welcoming. The story of the business and the local family is endearing. Whether you're a local or just passing through it's a must place to visit. Especially the first Saturday of October during Apple Harvest. Food vendors and live music, wagon rides in the orchard, apple tasting and a host of other fun things happening. You won't want to miss it. Great business! read more

Great cider and friendly staff. Always stop in when in the area during late summer and the fall.

I came here because Huell Howser told me to. Yes, I know he's been dead for almost seven years. No, I didn't contact his spirit at a seance where the table moved every time the soothsayer said, "That's uh-may-zing!" Instead, I was watching an old episode of "California's Gold" where he came here after hanging out in Ferndale and pronounced the cider as, you guessed it, uh-may-zing. Apparently Guy Fieri's been here, too, and pronounced it the best cider he's ever had. His opinion is more questionable since he eats grease by the handful. I don't trust anybody on The Food Network anyway. Once your GPS kicks in, it's hard to miss as the location is right off 101 at the 12th Street exit in Fortuna just as you're motoring your way through this particularly sparse stretch of Humboldt County. I was headed north to Eureka, so the handsome farm stand made for a pleasant stop after being dwarfed amid the shadows of the Avenue of the Giants. The freshly crisp Gravenstein apples look tempting (photo: http://bit.ly/2V1gQAJ) as do the bags of Bartlett pears (photo: http://bit.ly/2Nkr7XC). But you come for the cider, my friends, and the mercilessly pressed apples come directly from their own orchards. There was a huge refrigerator full of gallon, half-gallon, and quart containers, and for solitary visitors like me 12-ounce bottles for $2.65 each (photo: http://bit.ly/2UZXoUS). My verdict? Not quite uh-may-zing but very fresh-tasting and gratefully not sweetened. Listen to Huell...even after death. CIDER - 4 stars...fresh apples for sure AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...a striking stand on a rural road SERVICE - 4 stars...very welcoming TOTAL - 4 stars...uh-may-zing adjacent RELATED - Taking an adventure in this part of Northern California? Here's a collection of places I've tried and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2A1YVjy read more

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Love this place the local hot sauce, cream and cheese not to forget ever the Apple Cider is always amazing

Fantastic fresh apple juice and produce. Great customer service. Quality family business.

Great apple and apple ciders i was told. I had their apple and it was very crisp. They are next to the freeway with a big sign. Got to stop by next time to get some cider. Highly recommended by the hotel people. I see their apple trees by the freeway. read more

I love the apples and cider there's so much apple related stuff I definitely recommend!!!!!!!!

Hands down the best Cider I have ever had! Every time I go to the friendly city of Fortuna I bring a cooler(Cider must stay cold)and bring home as much as I can carry. A few gallons are consumed immediately, and a few gallons I freeze and use during the holidays. Just remember to pour a small glass out before freezing. This Cider is powerful stuff so don't try to drink the entire gallon in one sitting or you'll end up with a tummy ache. Everything in moderation my friends. Once this precious cargo arrives at my home we make sure to share, not that you have to but I like seeing pure joy on the faces of friends and family after they take their first taste. I am already thirsty for my next trip. read more

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I think I was expecting more after reading the other Yelp reviews. Certainly not a bad place to stop, and the hot mulled cider was homemade and delicious, but there weren't any baked goods for sale. Too bad because I was in the mood for a cookie. Plenty of cider for sale, obviously, and also some local produce, apple peelers/corers, and cider spices. I was also under the impression that it would be a bigger store. I guess baked goods and candles are a seasonal thing, hopefully they haven't been permanently discontinued as I see that I'm the first to write a review in a while. read more

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Was hoping to get some cider from this place because of the great reviews, but as of now they're closed. Sign at the door says "Opening mid August to get ready for our 113th season." Need to come visit again soon to actually try some when they open! read more

I grew up in Fortuna, graduated High School there. My mom used to buy Cider from Clendenen's often. But on Holidays when the family got together there was always plenty of Cider on the table for the entire family to enjoy. Best place to get Cider or any products that are offered here, the highest quality and taste you will have the chance to enjoy. read more

The apple cider is tart but sweet (if that makes sense) and oh so delicious!! Thirst quenching for sure! We drank it on the ride home from Fortuna to Oakley on the 6 hr drive! Snacked on freshly picked apples too. I also purchased local honey...YUM!! So sweet and perfect for sweetening my coffee! Clendenen's also has many other fresh fruit, veggies and jellies and jam. Priced just right! read more

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They really live up to their name! They are in fact a great ciderworks, owned by Clendenens, with other top notch treats as well, including the apple pastry bars! read more

Wow was this place cool. Happened to stop in the day of the apple festival in Fortuna. They were selling apple bombs, a crusty apple gooey goodness that was soooo good, yum! The apple cider was so fresh and good we bought a gallon. This place is fantastic, don't pass it up! read more

Love this place! We brought home about 5 gallons to share with family in So Cal. This cider is delicious. The aroma of the fresh apples is amazing and it taste like liquid gold. They also have pastries, honey, local cheese and fruits and veggies. We will definitely return the next time we're in the area. read more

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Best cider I've ever had! Family owned and operated with a warm super friendly helpful staff. All kinds of goodies to choose from like bakery goods (the Bavarian Apple Bars are unreal), cookies (mmmm snickerdoodles), fresh made coffee, jams, all kinds of produce, beeswax candles and yes, apples (all kinds of varieties, even some from a hundred year old apple tree)! Really fun stop just off the 101 in Fortuna, CA. And don't forget to take some cider home! read more

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I saw this place on diners, drive-ins, and dives. It was a must stop. I came sometime last year and they were closed for the period. I am so happy that I came back. It tastes like you are biting into most delicious apple of your life every time you take a sip of the cider. This will now become a routine stop every time I come to Humboldt County read more

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Stopping here has been a part of visiting the local area the last few years. Since my visit is in mid August, it's usually when they first open for the season. I bring a cooler to keep my cider cool for its trip to the bay area. I first learned of this place through the late Huell Howser`s show. It really is like drinking an Apple. Yes the store is small. The employees and family are nice. The cider is the best. read more

What? You HAVENT stopped at Clendenens's Cider stand RIGHT OFF THE HIGHWAY? Youre missing out. I stop there every time I pass through Fortuna in the fall or winter when they've got their fresh-pressed cider and FRESH hot spiced apple cider. This stuff is far better than that sold at the Co-Op or the wildberries or whatever. Their produce is obviously the best but the cider is like crack. You really must stop and treat yourself. Get off at the Riverwalk Drive exit and go east. The stand is right off the highway where Riverwalk turns into 12th St. heading into Fortuna. It will remind you of your childhood, guaranteed. . read more

Guy Fieri likes this place it must be good right? We decided to stop in and see for ourselves. Before I begin my review let me take you back to a trip down memory lane. I remember being a kid and driving from the Bay Area with my grandmother to Fresno. I don't know where or what this place was, but I remember I always looked forward to stopping in some roadside stand that served apple cider. I must have been anywhere from 8 to 10 but I always looked forward to that stop. Now onto the review! We saw this place on the food network and wanted to stop on our way to the day touring the Avenue of Giants. The place was small and quaint and we grabbed a half gallon jug or apple cider and a few pumpkins, ummm I mean HUGE apples. The gal behind the counter was kind of shy or just didn't feel like talking, but she was not too helpful or friendly. We purchased our stuff and hit the road. The cider was very good and I know it sounds cliché but it was like drinking a liquid apple! Very fresh and tasty. The apple I had for breakfast and it was awesome. We joked on how it was a meal in itself and I made it into one! The next day on the way out of town, my wife asked if we wanted to stop again. We did, picked up more apples and a gallon jug of cider. The young man that was working was the total opposite from the day before, he was friendly and showed us the cider being made in the next room. The kids watched through the window! I am sitting here typing this review remembering the stops I made as a kid on the way to Fresno, and I keep wondering if someday my children will remember Clendenen's in the same way. Thank you for great cider, huge apples, and memories! read more

This place is famous locally for it's delicious tasting Apple Juice. One problem: They don't pasteurize the juice at all. I got a bad case of digestive trouble after drinking some. If you're sensitive or have young children or elderly family members, don't risk drinking unpasteurized juice. Fair warning I wish I'd been given. But for those with no fear and an iron stomach, it's delicious. I hope they'll bring out a mild cider from their apples. read more

Absolutely amazing apple cider. I have never had apple cider as good as theirs. The community is very lucky to have a location such as clendenens. They absolutely deserve 5 stars. I have never had a bad customer service experience either. They are wonderful. read more

Read my check ins and tips.. The pride of Humboldt right here in a bottle of delicious fresh from the orchard out back cold beverage!! Would take visitors, children, and locals who need to be reminded!! Awesome treat on a warm fall day and great addition to hot apple cider on those cold holiday nights. read more

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Went quite the distance and it was definitely worth the trip! Purely "LIQUID GOLD". The freshest juice ever, so crisp, tart and refreshing.

The apple festival is so fun, and this apple grove has an interesting and fun history! Check it out when season is open! Mmm and the cider, treats and produce are fun and tasty! read more

Mmmmm! The most refreshing apple cider ever! Every sip tastes like you are biting into the juiciest and sweetest most perfect apple ever. An annual tradition for us. And super glad they take card payments too. read more

The family and I decided to stop by on our way to Eureka. We pulled in and were amazed by the amount of traffic coming into the store but it was the day before thanksgiving. The kids walked around the counter and peeked through the window to see the apple press when the son told us to walk in the back where they were bottling. The kids were elated to go see and the father filling jugs. He was just as nice and offered so much information about their process. This is a great little place and the cider was amazing. read more

Clendenen's Apple cider is a bit pricey (roughly $8 for a half gallon) but it is worth every cent and is liquid gold. I love to mix it with Fireball cinnamon whiskey to make a cocktail very reminiscent of apple pie. It's a quaint little family owned shop, and a local business I'm always proud to support. read more

Best apple cider ever. We do annual trips for Steelheading and crabs up north. This is a mandatory stop. We get gallons for trip and is all gone by the time we get back to LA. Amazing stuff and pairs well with Dungeness crab!! read more

Best cider ever and a wonderful selection of their apples is available here along with other locally grown fruit and vegetables. The Clendenans are an institution in the Eel river valley. read more

This is our favorite apple place. The apple juice tastes like you are drinking right out of an apple. Fresh. And if you put into a freezer for a bit the icy is awesome. I can't think of better apple juice. read more

Best cider I have ever had. Loved it. Loved the apples they provided fresh from their trees which are outside the store. Cannot get any better then that read more

Best apple cider, honey, and delicious sweets! Wonderful experience with a super friendly and attentive staff both times I walked in! I will definitely return on my next trip to the Humboldt area. Highly recommend this stop even if you're just driving by! read more

The best Apple Juice I have ever tasted. Quick efficient service. They will do tours if interested. The juice can be warmed with adding cinnamon and you have some cider... Perfect for the cold weather.. read more

Fortuna wouldn't be near as special as it is without Clendenen's. Their apple cider alone should put us as a necessary destination for people traveling down the coast. We have a full-day festival celebrating when they harvest their apples, and it takes over every corner of Fortuna. I'm holding my breath for the day they start making hard ciders... #dreamcometrue read more

I love this little family owned spot, every time I pass through fortuna I have to stop to grab some cider & apples. Their Gravensteins are my favorite and the other varieties are great as well. Definitely stop in and support local if you get the chance. read more

I'm in love with this little place. I only wish I didn't have to wait lol for them to open