I had really high hopes for this place. We went on a Saturday at around 6:00pm. It wasn’t busy but it took a long time to get our drinks and food. There was only one waiter and one cook working at the time.The shredded pork was too salty and dry. They have a long cider selection but nothing stood out. I ordered the flight of ciders and wasn’t impressedThis place had a lot of potential but I’m not sure why it isn’t staffed appropriately and why it closes so soon on a weekend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Claire Wemp
When I used to go pre-pandemic, they had 3 full coolers of packs of cider to-go. So we went hoping to have lots of options. The coolers were completely empty except for 2 cider options that were both a spiced cider (chai and some holiday one). They were not sold as a pack, but individually. We bought one can (literally a soda sized can) of each and the two bottles combined were over $18. I couldn't believe what felt way to expensive. Maybe dining in would be better and there were people eating in, but I noticed that half their fresh taps were empty, so the selection is really cut. I hope that they are bouncing back OK post-pandemic, but this was a pretty sad selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Tamara W.
Don't trust their reservation system. We had a reservation for today that I made 3 weeks ago, and was confirmed via email and text message. Today I discover on Yelp that The Cider Junction is closed, with no communication from them about rescheduling my reservation (in fact I received a text reminder of the reservation just now, as if they are open). This is completely unprofessional and inconsiderate, and does not make us want to attempt visiting again. We had planned our whole day around this and had been looking forward to it for weeks. We're extremely disappointed.
Martin G.
Lots of cider choices. Service was great for our group of 6. We ended up going back with another couple a few weeks later.
Leslie P.
Cider Junction is a great spot to have a chill outing and try some cider while snacking on some delicious food! Their tap list does tend to change but there always seem to be lots of good options on there for each rotation! Our favorite this time around was the hemly pink lady - off-dry apple cider with pink lady, braeburn, and granny smith... it's like super apple!! We supplemented our flights with their loaded baked tator tots and their pretzel with beer cheese (always get the beer cheese over the mustard!!!!) We always love getting their pretzels - there's just something about cider and pretzels that make them pair together so well. Overall, it's a pretty chill and affordable spot to hang out! You can definitely get full off their food (and drinks of course) but I wouldn't go here for a meal specifically.
Byron Jennings
Love the food. They had Shepard's Pie and Chili. Both were delicious! They rotate their food items.Cider options are many and always satisfying! Great atmosphere. We love Cider Junction.Everyone must support this awesome location!!!
Still same great place after all these years. Now with an open patio and dog friendly! Nice place to grab drinks before heading out somewhere or just to wine down and keep a low key weekend/day. They have food items now too. I love trying the ever changing taps.
Shirley F.
This is a cute little spot with a small patio decorated to give you that homey backyard vibe.We tried the: Blue Hawaiian - This was one of my FAVORITES Cider Flight - Extensive list of various flavors German Flatbread - Was not a fan of this one Pretzel w/ Cheese dip - Very safe choice Loaded Pork Tots - They may have accidently added TOO much salt Anyways, I'd defintely recommend y'all stop by for their ciders and drinks, the food was a bit disappointing.
Natalie Colin
So many unique ciders to try. Fun place for people with gluten intolerance that want to drink something other than seltzers!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
William Schweitzer
Excellent variety of cider and there is nothing else like it. Staff is friendly and ambiance is awesome. It is a mini vacation every time I visit.
This is a great place place to come chill. Not overly crowded but a nice ambiance. They have a lot of nice ciders on tap with a few other varieties. I don't usually drink strong beer but ciders are light and fruity so I definitely enjoyed the drinks. The food is decent with some interesting choices. The food just lack a bit of seasoning of give it a bit more flavor.
Leonardo I.
Best ciders from San Jose to San Francisco 28 cider on TAP Ciders come in several flavors and strengths 6% - 8% ciders . But the biggest difference between cider and beer is that ciders provide a much sweeter flavor and dry cider's. They have food option to if you would to grab a snack with your cider can't got wrong with there cider prices and food people that work are so welcoming
Vanessa Taitano
Seems like only one guy was working so it took a bit to get checked on. Otherwose great place to just hang out and chat and enjoy great ciders inside or outside!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sliders
Tatjana Beck
Came here on a slow Saturday night. Excited by the huge list of cider options and very disappointed by the service. We arrived at 7. At 7:10 I went inside to order after looking over the menu and the bartender said he'd take our order outside at our table. Which he did... at 7:25. At 7:35 we left because he still hadn't poured our flights.Maybe they were short staffed, but I was disappointed.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Kevin B.
Ok, so I didn't find this place on my own. My buddy has been coming here for years. But, this is my 2nd time here. The cider is great. I'm an amber beer guy, and bourbon and scotch, but there's enough variety here even to please me, who's not really a cider guy. The pineapple/chipotle cider is pretty good, and there's a vanilla/cane sugar one I liked too. I also got the bratwurst/tots appetizer, that was also pretty good too. Mev was the guy behind the bar, he was great too. Laid back, but attentive, and smart too. Great experience. I don't see my buddy enough, and I don't come here enough. My wife might even like the pineapple/chipotle cider too.
I had really high hopes for this place. We went on a Saturday at around 6:00pm. It wasn’t busy but it took a long time to get our drinks and food. There was only one waiter and one cook working at the time.The shredded pork was too salty and dry. They have a long cider selection but nothing stood out. I ordered the flight of ciders and wasn’t impressedThis place had a lot of potential but I’m not sure why it isn’t staffed appropriately and why it closes so soon on a weekend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
When I used to go pre-pandemic, they had 3 full coolers of packs of cider to-go. So we went hoping to have lots of options. The coolers were completely empty except for 2 cider options that were both a spiced cider (chai and some holiday one). They were not sold as a pack, but individually. We bought one can (literally a soda sized can) of each and the two bottles combined were over $18. I couldn't believe what felt way to expensive. Maybe dining in would be better and there were people eating in, but I noticed that half their fresh taps were empty, so the selection is really cut. I hope that they are bouncing back OK post-pandemic, but this was a pretty sad selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Don't trust their reservation system. We had a reservation for today that I made 3 weeks ago, and was confirmed via email and text message. Today I discover on Yelp that The Cider Junction is closed, with no communication from them about rescheduling my reservation (in fact I received a text reminder of the reservation just now, as if they are open). This is completely unprofessional and inconsiderate, and does not make us want to attempt visiting again. We had planned our whole day around this and had been looking forward to it for weeks. We're extremely disappointed.
Lots of cider choices. Service was great for our group of 6. We ended up going back with another couple a few weeks later.
Cider Junction is a great spot to have a chill outing and try some cider while snacking on some delicious food! Their tap list does tend to change but there always seem to be lots of good options on there for each rotation! Our favorite this time around was the hemly pink lady - off-dry apple cider with pink lady, braeburn, and granny smith... it's like super apple!! We supplemented our flights with their loaded baked tator tots and their pretzel with beer cheese (always get the beer cheese over the mustard!!!!) We always love getting their pretzels - there's just something about cider and pretzels that make them pair together so well. Overall, it's a pretty chill and affordable spot to hang out! You can definitely get full off their food (and drinks of course) but I wouldn't go here for a meal specifically.
Love the food. They had Shepard's Pie and Chili. Both were delicious! They rotate their food items.Cider options are many and always satisfying! Great atmosphere. We love Cider Junction.Everyone must support this awesome location!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board, Warm Apple Strudel, Jackfruit Tacos, Cheese Board, Chicken Tacos, Pulled Pork Sliders
Still same great place after all these years. Now with an open patio and dog friendly! Nice place to grab drinks before heading out somewhere or just to wine down and keep a low key weekend/day. They have food items now too. I love trying the ever changing taps.
This is a cute little spot with a small patio decorated to give you that homey backyard vibe.We tried the: Blue Hawaiian - This was one of my FAVORITES Cider Flight - Extensive list of various flavors German Flatbread - Was not a fan of this one Pretzel w/ Cheese dip - Very safe choice Loaded Pork Tots - They may have accidently added TOO much salt Anyways, I'd defintely recommend y'all stop by for their ciders and drinks, the food was a bit disappointing.
So many unique ciders to try. Fun place for people with gluten intolerance that want to drink something other than seltzers!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Excellent variety of cider and there is nothing else like it. Staff is friendly and ambiance is awesome. It is a mini vacation every time I visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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This is a great place place to come chill. Not overly crowded but a nice ambiance. They have a lot of nice ciders on tap with a few other varieties. I don't usually drink strong beer but ciders are light and fruity so I definitely enjoyed the drinks. The food is decent with some interesting choices. The food just lack a bit of seasoning of give it a bit more flavor.
Best ciders from San Jose to San Francisco 28 cider on TAP Ciders come in several flavors and strengths 6% - 8% ciders . But the biggest difference between cider and beer is that ciders provide a much sweeter flavor and dry cider's. They have food option to if you would to grab a snack with your cider can't got wrong with there cider prices and food people that work are so welcoming
Seems like only one guy was working so it took a bit to get checked on. Otherwose great place to just hang out and chat and enjoy great ciders inside or outside!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sliders
Came here on a slow Saturday night. Excited by the huge list of cider options and very disappointed by the service. We arrived at 7. At 7:10 I went inside to order after looking over the menu and the bartender said he'd take our order outside at our table. Which he did... at 7:25. At 7:35 we left because he still hadn't poured our flights.Maybe they were short staffed, but I was disappointed.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Ok, so I didn't find this place on my own. My buddy has been coming here for years. But, this is my 2nd time here. The cider is great. I'm an amber beer guy, and bourbon and scotch, but there's enough variety here even to please me, who's not really a cider guy. The pineapple/chipotle cider is pretty good, and there's a vanilla/cane sugar one I liked too. I also got the bratwurst/tots appetizer, that was also pretty good too. Mev was the guy behind the bar, he was great too. Laid back, but attentive, and smart too. Great experience. I don't see my buddy enough, and I don't come here enough. My wife might even like the pineapple/chipotle cider too.