This place used to have the best cider in Indy. We got two gallons on 10/17 and they were not good. Weak flavor, more like apple juice than cider and very watery. The only way to make it palatable was to mull it and render it down into a more concentrated version.Every square foot of the shop used to be packed with products, but now the floor is empty with product only along the walls, most of it apples. Overall the shop was very dark and uninviting. The caramel apples were good, though.
TJ C
PROs - this is actually an amazing place for Apple cider and caramel corn. I peeked into the store through the window at 5:50pm and saw they opened up the layout Inside. Something I'm not a fan of but it was probably very easy to set up and will be to take down. I recommend everyone try their cider. But remember to go about a couple hours after they open to make sure they haven't decided to stroll in an hour late or close early.CONs -not managed the best. Don't worry if you feel like a business would want your money and decide to unlock the front door or ask if you want to buy something. I did rush to get to this specific orchard only to see employees roaming around as I sit in my car typing this review. The employees have walked all around the lot even after they saw me try to come into the front door with cash in my hand. But anyhow. Good cider. But they aren't the only ones.Over All - At the risk of being called an entitled Karen. . . Which I happen to believe this applies to any business and is not simply my attempt to complain and be a biotch about this business. But any business that says they are open until 6pm. Should remain open until 6pm. It's highly highly annoying to show up 10 minutes until close and see the closed sign on the door and a cashier just chilling behind the counter. I mean that's fine to close at 5pm if that's what the business needs to do. I assume the employee doesn't own the business or I bet she would have kept those doors open until the very minute incase someone strolled in at the last minute trying to give you all my money.
Jim
I did not know the owners had sold. Went there for the usual in October as I do every year. The family looks forward to it. Picked out four pumpkins. Was wondering where the scales had gone and why the parking lot was so empty. Went inside and found out. New owners. The store was gutted and very dim. Last year we got 4 pumpkins, 4 pieces of fudge, 4 caramel apples and a gallon of cider for a little over $57. This year we got 4 pumpkins and a gallon of cider for a little over $68. Couldn't even print a receipt. They didn't have anything else as far as we saw besides apples. I was irritated about all this, but paid and left. I was going to leave it at that until I tried the very expensive gallon of cider. It tastes like very faint apple juice made from old soggy apples. So I started looking at reviews to see if anyone else had the same experience and saw the new owner had taunted a customer who had a bad experience instead of trying to help. We're going to take our family tradition elsewhere. It's very sad what this southside staple has become.
Roxann Pattison
Went for the first time on a Sunday. The cider was terrible, funny taste like hand lotion, pricey and terrible atmosphere. It’s a shame!
Eden Kilcoin
So cute and relaxed. Had a nice fire going and a cute pumpkin patch and sitting area. Thanks for allowing our fur babies too!!
P. D. Thurman
Stopped by yesterday, 10/12/22.All around disappointed. Lightning inside was not inviting. Not much inventory. Got a gallon of cider (use to be the best on the south side if Indy). We took a poll…the 3 of use gave the cider thumbs down. No apple taste at all. Did have a flower tea taste. Not to mention it was over priced 9.25 a gallon. Won’t be going back.
Alisa Aria
We have always loved this orchard and are excited about the changes coming with the new owners as well. The apple cider is just as good as always.
Kelly Luna
New owners but they are stocked with apples and pumpkins and gourdsI think they will have a better year next year..takes time and money to do this and learning what they do and don't to run a place like it
Staci W.
A small but cozy orchard with great customer service. We came today shortly after they opened. They had carts for the pumpkins available. We walked around and were able to find two pumpkins perfect for carving. They have two covered areas with tables and a small fire pit. The inside had apples and a beautiful fire place. They weigh your pumpkins- it was about $20 for the ones we got. They also have apple cider and caramel apples.
Richard Hudson
First time visit on 10-01-22.Entering sales building was like walking into a cave. Inadequate lighting.Apples displayed individually and sold by the pound. I would suggest apples also be available pre bagged for customer convenience.Apple varieties available are available at local groceries at less cost.Business had a nice crowd, just not for me.Didn't purchase anything.
The new owner replied to me. She was sarcastic and called me a gem of a sweetheart. I was hoping to get information on the orachard and why they were closed on a Saturday in peak apple season. Instead she was rude.We went to this orachard last Saturday and they were closed. Is this still an orchard? If it is, don't mess up! The original founding family has poured their sweat, money and hard work into it for many years. It's been a staple since I was a kid. If you're going to buy a family business, DON'T BE RUDE!So sad. If you do open, I would not spend my money here due to the rudeness of new owner's reply.A.L. & J. L.
Nate Wright
Been coming here since I was a kid. Very cool place with lots of great eats! ? ?
Frank Mianzo
End of season. Did the BYGOF. Always good selection and quality of apples. Worth a visit.
Michelle Louise Ferguson
A fun place! Beautifully decorated for fall!
Taylor C.
Lovely little spot on the south side. I took WAY too long to visit Adrian's but I'm glad I finally did. Safe during covid- plenty of space to keep your distance unless they become a bit busy in their shop. Apple cider slushie is SO good and did not disappoint. It was a bit warm that day too so it was a perfect treat. I recommend going to the pumpkin patch as early as you can during the season (but not too early so your carved pumpkin doesn't spoil before Halloween). The selection was great for how early we went. You pay by the weight too which I found to be reasonably priced in my opinion. The lady outside helping the patch gives tips on how to keep your pumpkin to last longer too. She recommends cutting from the bottom so the stem keeps it's nutrients. Overall we had a great time. And no entry fee :) Oh! And and.. their apple butter is world class perfection!!
This place used to have the best cider in Indy. We got two gallons on 10/17 and they were not good. Weak flavor, more like apple juice than cider and very watery. The only way to make it palatable was to mull it and render it down into a more concentrated version.Every square foot of the shop used to be packed with products, but now the floor is empty with product only along the walls, most of it apples. Overall the shop was very dark and uninviting. The caramel apples were good, though.
PROs - this is actually an amazing place for Apple cider and caramel corn. I peeked into the store through the window at 5:50pm and saw they opened up the layout Inside. Something I'm not a fan of but it was probably very easy to set up and will be to take down. I recommend everyone try their cider. But remember to go about a couple hours after they open to make sure they haven't decided to stroll in an hour late or close early.CONs -not managed the best. Don't worry if you feel like a business would want your money and decide to unlock the front door or ask if you want to buy something. I did rush to get to this specific orchard only to see employees roaming around as I sit in my car typing this review. The employees have walked all around the lot even after they saw me try to come into the front door with cash in my hand. But anyhow. Good cider. But they aren't the only ones.Over All - At the risk of being called an entitled Karen. . . Which I happen to believe this applies to any business and is not simply my attempt to complain and be a biotch about this business. But any business that says they are open until 6pm. Should remain open until 6pm. It's highly highly annoying to show up 10 minutes until close and see the closed sign on the door and a cashier just chilling behind the counter. I mean that's fine to close at 5pm if that's what the business needs to do. I assume the employee doesn't own the business or I bet she would have kept those doors open until the very minute incase someone strolled in at the last minute trying to give you all my money.
I did not know the owners had sold. Went there for the usual in October as I do every year. The family looks forward to it. Picked out four pumpkins. Was wondering where the scales had gone and why the parking lot was so empty. Went inside and found out. New owners. The store was gutted and very dim. Last year we got 4 pumpkins, 4 pieces of fudge, 4 caramel apples and a gallon of cider for a little over $57. This year we got 4 pumpkins and a gallon of cider for a little over $68. Couldn't even print a receipt. They didn't have anything else as far as we saw besides apples. I was irritated about all this, but paid and left. I was going to leave it at that until I tried the very expensive gallon of cider. It tastes like very faint apple juice made from old soggy apples. So I started looking at reviews to see if anyone else had the same experience and saw the new owner had taunted a customer who had a bad experience instead of trying to help. We're going to take our family tradition elsewhere. It's very sad what this southside staple has become.
Went for the first time on a Sunday. The cider was terrible, funny taste like hand lotion, pricey and terrible atmosphere. It’s a shame!
So cute and relaxed. Had a nice fire going and a cute pumpkin patch and sitting area. Thanks for allowing our fur babies too!!
Stopped by yesterday, 10/12/22.All around disappointed. Lightning inside was not inviting. Not much inventory. Got a gallon of cider (use to be the best on the south side if Indy). We took a poll…the 3 of use gave the cider thumbs down. No apple taste at all. Did have a flower tea taste. Not to mention it was over priced 9.25 a gallon. Won’t be going back.
We have always loved this orchard and are excited about the changes coming with the new owners as well. The apple cider is just as good as always.
New owners but they are stocked with apples and pumpkins and gourdsI think they will have a better year next year..takes time and money to do this and learning what they do and don't to run a place like it
A small but cozy orchard with great customer service. We came today shortly after they opened. They had carts for the pumpkins available. We walked around and were able to find two pumpkins perfect for carving. They have two covered areas with tables and a small fire pit. The inside had apples and a beautiful fire place. They weigh your pumpkins- it was about $20 for the ones we got. They also have apple cider and caramel apples.
First time visit on 10-01-22.Entering sales building was like walking into a cave. Inadequate lighting.Apples displayed individually and sold by the pound. I would suggest apples also be available pre bagged for customer convenience.Apple varieties available are available at local groceries at less cost.Business had a nice crowd, just not for me.Didn't purchase anything.
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The new owner replied to me. She was sarcastic and called me a gem of a sweetheart. I was hoping to get information on the orachard and why they were closed on a Saturday in peak apple season. Instead she was rude.We went to this orachard last Saturday and they were closed. Is this still an orchard? If it is, don't mess up! The original founding family has poured their sweat, money and hard work into it for many years. It's been a staple since I was a kid. If you're going to buy a family business, DON'T BE RUDE!So sad. If you do open, I would not spend my money here due to the rudeness of new owner's reply.A.L. & J. L.
Been coming here since I was a kid. Very cool place with lots of great eats! ? ?
End of season. Did the BYGOF. Always good selection and quality of apples. Worth a visit.
A fun place! Beautifully decorated for fall!
Lovely little spot on the south side. I took WAY too long to visit Adrian's but I'm glad I finally did. Safe during covid- plenty of space to keep your distance unless they become a bit busy in their shop. Apple cider slushie is SO good and did not disappoint. It was a bit warm that day too so it was a perfect treat. I recommend going to the pumpkin patch as early as you can during the season (but not too early so your carved pumpkin doesn't spoil before Halloween). The selection was great for how early we went. You pay by the weight too which I found to be reasonably priced in my opinion. The lady outside helping the patch gives tips on how to keep your pumpkin to last longer too. She recommends cutting from the bottom so the stem keeps it's nutrients. Overall we had a great time. And no entry fee :) Oh! And and.. their apple butter is world class perfection!!