Short drive away. With many signs leading up to the turn into the area. Follow the driveway towards…read morethe grass area for the pumpkin patch or towards the barn for pastries vs cider vs wine. Less parking towards the front. It's a decently large space situated on a hill. Regular restrooms and port a potties. The cider mill was unfortunately closed when I went mid week during the days it's very family friendly. On weekends it's supposed to be busier and the back bar by the field is open. Go early and find a spot. The cider is pretty good as well, does not taste super artificial fake apple tasting which is a plus. The donuts are obvi good but they are like cinnamon sugar (powdered sugar).

So I stop at this place, Uncle John's Cider Mill. You hear "cider mill" and you're thinkin'--quaint…read morelittle family spot, maybe some fresh donuts, bit of Americana, right? Nope. I walk up to the counter, ask for two apple fritters, and the lady hits me with "That'll be eight bucks." Eight bucks! For TWO pastries! I'm standing there like, "What, do these fritters come with a trust fund?" Don't get me wrong--they were good, but not eight-dollars-good. For that price I want them to cure my seasonal depression. Then the bathrooms--holy hell. You ever walk into a place and think, "Oh, I guess the zombie apocalypse already happened"? That was the vibe. Floors sticky enough to rip your shoes off, smell like someone's been fermenting cider in there since the '90s. I'm not saying I'm a bathroom snob, but for a place that charges artisan-pastry prices, maybe throw some bleach around once in a while. Overall--yeah, I'll probably still go back. I'm a sucker for cider mills. But Uncle John, buddy, if you're gonna rob me blind for fritters, at least make sure I'm not scared to wash my hands afterward.

Cool people, cool place, and even better cider…read more People's Cider Company is one of the few places, as a woman, that I feel 100% safe to leave my drink unattended. The owner, regulars, and bartenders are like surrogate brothers/sisters and watch out for everyone there - new acquaintances and old friends. Everyone is marvelously welcoming, and the place has a quirky local pub vibe. The place is small and intimate, so you don't walk in without walking out with new friend. I have brought my young daughter here for years (we grab a Fanta from next door at Chicago Style Gyro for her - that glorious place is a whole other 5 star review) and the people here treat her like their beloved niece. This will be the place she celebrates her 21st at. The cider here is unimaginably delicious. The seasonal selections and the staple flavors are all wins. Devout beer-only drinkers, hard cider experimenters, and cider connoisseurs will find something delicious to drink there. And every dollar stays local -with all local ingredients and local production. I highly recommend stopping by in summer to experience grabbing a cold mug of PCC cider, finding a seat in their patio, and watching the cars go by while the sun sets over Leonard. And the hot cider in winter is soul soothing especially while watching the snow blow outside.

First time I went to an "only cider" drinking establishment. As a lifelong beer drinker, I decided…read moreto keep an open mind--my last cider experience was in the UK with Strongbow which was not my cuppa at all. Let me tell ya the cider at Peoples is not your 1990s cider at all--it was awesome!! I had the Ginger Adams--3x(still got that beer mentality where ya stick to the same beer all night) but my comrades tried a variety of ciders where each had their own unique tastiness: sweet for the Zema crowd and different levels of dry for the more traditional drinker-afficionado. The environment is fantastic as well--small, small Irish pub with some vinyl you can request to be played. The barkeep shook my hand and introduced himself with my first order. This place gives ya hope in the fact that others in the world still accept all types of people as PEOPLE. There was definitely a regulars group present but just like diehard Lions fans, we were welcomed aboard with enthusiasm. My new favorite pub in GR--in fact the only authentic genuine pub in the city. Love it!

Love! I've been a long time fan of the brunch cider- and being able to visit the "farm" and try it…read morein person was amazing. It makes for a great day outside and enjoying the nice weather, enjoying a few nice drinks. They have a fire pit and blankets for at night, and offer food truck selections during the day. Don't forget to pick up some of their donuts- they make them in house! Romos pro tip: if you're visiting in Michigan in the summer- be careful in the tree line area. My husband found a tick crawling on his knee.

We love having farmhaus cider close to where we live. They had a special for Valentine's Day- $35…read moreigloo rental with a small "surprise" included. We took advantage of this deal as a family of four for lunch. The business model is bring your own food, or they usually have a rotating food truck to choose from... today was savory or sweet crepes. The place feels special. Rustic, nestled in the woods with an old abandoned home and renovated barn. However, on this sunny 40* day it's wise to wear boots or shoes you don't mind trekking through the mud from the parking lot to the cider barn. The igloo's were nice, hot today with the sun. We turned off the heater and stripped down to our t-shirts. The kids had fun drinking the NA cider and I enjoyed a couple of pints of the dry cider. The picnic table inside easily sat 4 of us and had room for board games to play. The "surprise" was a homemade cherry cream puff with drizzled chocolate on top. It was absolutely delicious. Overall, a great experience for a low key Valentine's Day lunch with our little family. That cream puff though... it really was the cherry on top! Check it out if you want a different experience. It's worth the drive. Make sure to reserve the igloo online in advance to avoid disappointment. Happy Valentine's Day!

I have been coming here since I was little. This is by far one of my favorite places for donuts and…read morecider. your cider is the only cider I'll drink because this is what I grew up on!

If you're fully understanding that this place will be packed, overpriced and a tourist trap, then…read moreyou should be fine. Our blood pressure immediately rose seeing the semi-organized chaos. We have done many farms/orchards and this one was bottom of the list unfortunately. We dropped by the winery and it felt like you were transported to a 2004 club with the tacky lights mixed with a clammy dungeon feel. Although it was $10 for 5 tastings, the ambiance negated the price. (The only decently priced feature.) If you have kids, they will for sure be stimulated and you're good to go. But otherwise for adults that want delicious cider, donuts and a calm u-pick experience, check out Famhaus Farms for a cleaner and more serene experience.

Fun little wine barn near Cedar! Owner is super friendly and does a great job explaining the…read moreprocess for using the machines to choose your own wine pours. I personally enjoyed the flight. I'm looking forward to coming back during warmer weather to experience the oudoor space!

This wine barn is a bit off the beaten path, but worth checking out. The interior is spacious,…read moreplenty of tables. They have chairs and picnic tables outside as well. They have only Michigan wines, as a self serve wine bar. You start at the main bar to set up an account. They give you a card that can be slotted into one of the wine vending machines, each with four bottles, and three pour options. Everything is well labeled, the wines running from sweet to dry. They have a menu of appetizers, dips, charcuterie board, soft pretzels, flatbreads, etc. They also have some ciders, limited beer, and non alcoholic options. If you are not a fan of Michigan wines, you may not enjoy this spot. Our group had a variety of options, but like start it was a laid back place.

This was our first stop of our girls' wine weekend and they ended up being one of our favorite…read morestops! The setting was quaint, the staff were all super helpful and friendly, the cider was delicious, and we got to hold a 4 week old baby goat (Muffin) who still had an umbilical stump . It was a perfect morning!

We always drove by the sign for this place and finally decided to check it out and we're so happy…read morethat we did. We went for the hard cider, which was delicious, but got distracted by the amazing food and ice cream options. They have ice cream sandwiches the size of your head, various cheeses and meats and adorable swag. Staff was so friendly and helpful with our selections. I can't wait to go back.

Crane's makes the Best Red Raspberry Preserves! OMG it's AS Good As My Great Grandmother Hamp's…read more Awesome....I purchased the Blueberry too. Yum. Their Dark Covered Blueberries are Delicious too. EVERYTHING I've Tried from Crane's has been Outstanding! I recommend this place. They have Cider donuts too that are Really Good.

Old saloons and roadhouses famously used to serve you pickles and salty foods to draw you in and…read moreget you to buy beer. At Crane's which has the feel of an old saloon, it seems like they serve you famous pies and other baked goods to draw you in and get you to buy fried pickles, chicken tenders, and sandwiches as well. The lunch is serviceable but nothing fancy, the cinnamon rolls were a big hit with the table, and the pies were ok I think, but not up to our family's extremely high standards for Great Lakes area pies. And the wooden chairs were pretty uncomfortable. It got us out of the house, but I think it's overhyped as a destination.

I love coming here. I always order a flight when I come here because they have so many options! The…read moreemployees are always friendly and knowledgeable about the product. Indoor seating is limited but they have plenty of room outside. (coke, diet, and juice are available for n/a choices)

Fantastic ciders. Every one we tried was phenomenal. A great place to relax and try ciders from…read moreeverything imaginable.

I had Virtue Cider before at other breweries and locations that had it on tap so when I was…read morevisiting my nephew in the Holland area and we were going down to South Haven I made sure that it was a stop on our tour. They do have signs for it on the highway, however I would definitely suggest using your GPS as it is out in the country. Pulling into their parking lot, I was not expecting to see the large barns that we did but it looks pretty cool to me so I was excited. I was actually breaking one of Ben's and my rules and that is to not tour new breweries without the other one, but since ciders are mostly for me, he said it was okay for me to go with my family and he wouldn't hold it against me. LOL Inside was pretty cool looking obviously like an old barn revamped. You walk through the area where you can purchase things to go first and then the bar to order is directly in front of you. They do offer flights that are pre-arranged and you can order separate small glasses if you would like to try anything else. I do remember trying something that was not on the flight. Unfortunately, I cannot remember the name of it, but it was my favorite and of course because it was my favorite, they didn't have it to go. Story of my life. It was a super sunny day that when we were there and they have outdoor seating areas where there are some live animals wandering around and in enclosures. Looks like it could be really relaxing and fun to spend the afternoon at. I will definitely return as I have to show it to Ben so he can experience it as well and try anything new they have created.

I have been here a couple of times when driving up to Grand Rapids. Great place with very friendly…read morestaff. Staff took the time to explain their setup. Beautiful place to have a drink. I did witness a child throwing rocks at their chickens which was disappointing to see. We walked their trail around the farm and it is so cute. Great place to stop and have a cider.

Just because you CAN make cider, doesn't mean you SHOULD. Our server, Joe, was fantastic . The…read morefood was good. The cider, however, was horrible and we tasted 12 of 14. Will not return for the cider.

This curry fried chicken sandwich was out of this world, I've never had anything like it! I really…read moreloved that the sauce and toppings weren't just piled on, they were very well complemented. We ordered a flight- some beer and some cider. The beer was okay, but the ciders were great and they had so many options! Great parking with indoor and outdoor seating with a beautiful patio and fire pit. The staff was on top of it even during the busy lunch hour!