Urban Orchard

Being a big fan of hard cider, it was fun to stumble upon Urban Orchard Cider while visiting Asheville from Washington, D.C. Popping in on a December Sunday, we ordered flights of all their semi-sweet ciders all locally made. Their menu includes more unique ciders with notes of kiwi, lime, and strawberry. My eight-year-old daughter loved their shuffleboard and pool table. There are plenty of tables with outlets nearby to charge up.

Great selection of ciders, which I tasted several in a flight recommended by the bartender (who was awesome!). The space is open and covered in art and games for everyone to enjoy. A dj was setting up in the corner as we were leaving, so I can only assume this place gets busier, we just couldn't stay. We ended up walking away with some ciders to-go. I definitely recommend!

Really enjoy ciders and came here after having one of their ciders somewhere else. I was hoping to try one or two of the draft ciders to choose from, but was told this “isn’t a free for all” and that because my boyfriend had sampled two beers, I couldn’t sample any. I asked if I could at least try one, and he begrudgingly agreed. The sample limit was not made clear, and some direction or help in which cider to choose, at the very least, could’ve been beneficial. The bartender was overall rude and cold with his demeanor. He genuinely ruined the overall experience of the cidery.

really nice in-between stop from brewery hopping! Refreshing and delicious cider. The atmosphere was nice, only a few other people inside at time time we had arrived. The shuffle board was just recently donated to them and had very little sand which made it basically unplayable sadly. Bought a cider to go which came in a really awesome glass bottle which will double as a great souvenir. Not a great selection of swag and logo is lacking compared to others in the area. Lots of seating area inside and out. Also tried the root beer which was pretty darn tasty.

I love their Thursday Latin Nights !! DJ Zazu plays the best Bachata with a splash of salsa, merengue and cumbia. Awesome place with great atmosphere and drinks ( they have a great selection of ciders and also other drinks) Joe the bartender will make feel at home. There is a class from around 8.30pm to 9.30pm and then a social until Midnight. Definitely a place not to be missed in Asheville. No partners needed just good vibes !

Urban is the best latin night location in AVL. The atmosphere is on point and the bar tender, Joe, is great. He is always friendly and helpful. Best service! I've become a regular~

Was passing through town and went for the trivia... had a nice night with nice people! Stephen the host asked if I wanted to pair up with another solo female traveler who showed up and we ended up winning! Normally the prize is a gift certificate but the bartender was super sweet and offered us a 4-pack of cans to take on our journeys. Thank you!!

Great Cider Joint! Did a mini- Crawl while in Ashville and this was one of our stops. Very spacious, nice open venue. Even have some bar seats that look outside at the road. Wife got a little flight of ciders to try. She pretty much liked them all. They had some large screen tvs to watch sports as well. Good little spot to break-up the beer crawls.

Cool open space location for delicious ciders! There was plenty of seating and games for you to keep busy while sipping your ciders. I asked for a recommendation between two ciders and the staff member directed me to the perfect one! I got the Black Hole, blackberry cider. It was very good! Went down very easy. We were able to let our 18 month old roam around under the disco lights. She loved it.

My wife and I happened to spot this cidery as we were walking through the South Slope area of downtown Asheville. Boy were we happy to bump into this place! A great addition to the many breweries that this area is known for. My wife is a huge fan of ciders. After trying the pick your own flight, she said this was one of the best cider experiences she has had. Sweet ciders, dry ciders, spicy ciders...you name it, they have it. In addition, they have a large assortment of beers as well for anyone who doesn't drink cider. Vibrant and fun place with super friendly staff. Add in some comfy couches, tvs, shuffleboard, pool table and a ping pong table, and you have one fun spot all the way around! Dogs are welcome inside, which is a huge bonus to any pet lover.

Love the idea of a cidery as someone who isn't huge into beer. While they specialize in ciders, they also offer beer and wine! Almost positive there was also a mocktail menu. Loved the environment, comfy booths, ping pong tables and even the stage for live music. Also, can apprecaite a disco ball, and they have quite a few! Definitely the perfect place to enjoy a chill evening and just enjoy good company. The bar tender was also super helpful with suggesting a cider based off of our preferences. I enjoyed the strawberry basil cider which was so refreshing and my guest enjoyed the cherry cider. Both amazing!

My best friend and I did a girls trip to Asheville and ventured into Urban Orchard. It was recommended to us because it's gluten free and neither of us are beer people (but bring on the cider!). I truly cannot say enough great things about this place. It was not hard to get me to give them my money! The atmosphere and ambiance at Urban Orchard is so friendly, welcoming, warm, and best yet - dog friendly. I had just lost my pup when we took this trip. It was good for my heart to see and pet all the dogs! The staff person was amazing in helping me choose the ciders I wanted to try. He also introduced us to the brew master that was there at the moment (and even gave me a treat to give to the brew master's dog!). I brought home one of their growlers (which is only 32 oz) and 4 cans of cider plus some merch. I also had a flight plus 1 and some snacks. If I lived in Asheville, this would be my weekly hangout with friends for sure!

My husband and I visited on Sept 21, in the evening. What a great place.!! The ginger cider is fantastic. The place is spacious, has a pool table, shuffle board and other games for enjoyment. We really enjoyed ourselves! Definitely a place to try.

Love a good cidery! Get yourself a flight, play shuffleboard or a board game here and hang out. Super chill vibe with friendly dogs. Can't ask for anything more.

Yum! A nice variety of Ciders....and a weird one There's a cider to suit most people's taste here. The server was very knowledgeable and happy to help you choose. Come back???? Oh yeah!!!!

Urban orchard was a nice cidery in the middle of a craft beer haven. Inside is a large space - plenty of seating and some games, too. They offer a good variety of ciders and guests can create a custom flight which I appreciate. We each ordered a flight and were able to sample many flavors between the three of us. All were solid ciders. No dogs in the mix. The day we were there they had several fun 80s song-themed offerings. The bartender was friendly and even brought us an extra sample of his favorite - the Diablo, a unique cider with kick of habanero. We especially liked the Breakfast Club, the ginger cider, Bizarre Love Triangle, and Blue Monday. A worthy stop on your beer tour if you love ciders, too!

I've always loved Urban Orchard, even before they had this location. It actually was super convenient the last two times I visited town after moving - right in the middle of all the south slope crazy! I had a work reunion here and invited a group to come for drinks - plenty of space, great selection of ciders and incredibly friendly staff. One of my favorite things about Urban Orchard is that you can mix and blend and go wild with your ciders. Like spicy and a little sweet? Go ahead and mix it up to have both together. I'm a dry and spicy gal so I like to go with the dry ridge or dry hopped and one of the many spicy ciders. We had such a fun time and the bartender was very knowledgeable, fun and helpful. He made the day that much better and I am grateful for the wonderful service. Cheers!

The vibe is awesome. You can drink with your dog. It is important to note that the food is non-existent w/in the restaurant other than bags of chips and pretzels. The Greenman Brewery is a local restaurant that you can order from when it is open. Greenman is closed Tue and Wed, at the time of this review. The beer is interesting and pretty cool to explore. I would return for sure but it would be on a day when we can bring in food.

My hubby and I come here all the time. The Sidra is our favorite! The bar tenders are always easy to talk to and we like to sit at the window to people watch. We've brought our dog a few times, there's seating both inside and out. Plus there are a few games you can play inside, it's definitely worth checking out :)

Really enjoyed visiting Urban Orchard. When I visited in July 2021, it was nearly empty on a mid-week early afternoon. The woman who helped us gave us some information on the different ciders they had and I certainly couldn't choose, so I ended up with a flight. I'm not a huge fan of cider, but I like it better than beer, and I really enjoyed it. Ended up with a four pack: Three of the Sweet William flavor and a Strawberry Basil. The Sweet William was part of the flight I'd had, but Strawberry Basil may not have been a flavor on tap, and I certainly needed to give it a taste. The place was clean, and I assume had removed some tables as a result of the pandemic because there was lots of space between the tables. Bathrooms are all gender, and while there are sinks inside there's also a sink just outside the bathrooms as well. They also have some outdoor seating, and counter seating right by the street (this place has that sort of garage door front facade, so the front of the building can be open). All in all, a pleasant place to spend a summer evening.

We stopped in on a Friday afternoon when it was raining. Had a flight and a supper of whiskey and watched the Olympics while we waited for the storm to pass. The wait staff was super helpful in recommending things to try, and the beers were summery and very good! Loved that we spent the afternoon with them!

Great atmosphere and selection. Trivia night is fire! The staff is super engaging and helpful. The design and environment are also super cool. We'll be back soon.

We found this place on a rainy day with our dog. We were allowed to bring her inside (leashed). We ordered a flight of cider. All were delicious! They do have a variety of seating from tables, booths, outdoor seating, to cozy couches. They do serve food, but we did not order any. Overall, we love the dog-friendly atmosphere, and we plan on returning to enjoy the vibe, the cider, and the food!

I love them, I love their cider. I like their other location a bit better, but this one is more centrally located to other Asheville breweries and downtown life, and has a bigger indoor space. I visited this Urban Orchard location amidst Covid-times, and they (and the rest of the breweries on the street) had taken over much of the street and sidewalk as outdoor, distanced seating. The weather was freakin' lovely when I was there in early October, so I ordered my tasting flight and took it outside to enjoy. To be with the times, tasting cups were disposable, and you carried your own order to where you wanted to sit on a plastic tray. I enjoyed my flight at a picnic table outside, and quickly settled on a couple flavors to get crowlers of to bring home. The staff was friendly and helpful, and it appeared as though everyone was following proper protocols. Urban Orchard is definitely worth a visit, if you are a cider fan, or need a sweet break from all the IPAs in town...:-P

I got a seasonal drink that was very refreshing! It had lavender in it which was not that noticeable while drinking it but there was a pleasant floral aftertaste. The atmosphere in the store is also nice and pretty empty if you want to escape the crowded south slope vibe.

I LOVE a good cidery! Being gluten free, I always find that there's not many options to drink when visiting breweries, so I get very excited when I find a cidery. The interior is very spacious. A flight of 4 ciders is around $10. They have so many unique flavors, so obviously I had to get two flights! In my first flight, I tried the drier ciders which were: -Arid Apple -Cidre Nu -Ginger Campaign (my favorite!) -April Skies My second flight had: -Hopped -Sidra Del Diablo (this is SPICY and actually tastes like a pepper - very weird) -Disco Tea -Sunspear Before I left, I bought a 4 pack for $20. Definitely incorporate this stop while brewery hopping in Asheville!

Wow, this is SUCH an awesome space! I can't believe it's been open all this time and I finally went here for the first time this weekend. I had no idea what I was missing out on. Urban Orchard (South Slope) is a really gorgeous space, it feels classy and has awesome decor. I especially love the lovely and comfortable chairs for lounging and the purple blinking lights hanging above the stage area. I went in to try the cider and doughnut flight pairing. It came with 4 ciders and 4 mini doughnuts from Underground Cafe and Doughp Doughnuts. This was such a fun (and picture-perfect) experience. The ciders were awesome and I especially enjoyed the mango habanero cider which I did not expect to enjoy that much. It was really tasty and not too spicy! I really enjoyed seeing on their bulletin board that they host fun events such as Zumba and salsa dancing. It makes perfect sense as the space is large and inviting. I'd love to come do a Zumba class sometime. They also have weekly specials. I noticed that they do 1/2 off bottles of wine one day a week. Although I do enjoy cider, I'll admit that I like wine more, so I'll have to give that a try sometime. As I mentioned before, this space is so gorgeous. I will absolutely be back again soon and bring some more friends. This is an awesome addition to the South slope!

Delightful as always! Hands down the best cider in Asheville. The Blue Monday and Ginger Campaign are my two go to faves!

Always good food and good flights! Love to sit at the window and watch people outside. Staff are very friendly.

Everything we ordered was wonderful. They even offered samples so we could pick the perfect cider. Grab a seat at the back if you want a quiet corner to chat or grab a seat at their outside bar and people watch.

A fun spot to spend some time hanging out and enjoying ciders! They had a large selection and both ciders I tried were delicious. My friend ordered some tasty ones also! The prices were $7-$8 for a 12oz glass, which I thought was reasonable. We brought our own card games to play while we hung out, but they have ping pong and shuffleboard available. There is a good amount of seating, but so many large groups came in and out, so be prepared to wait if you come in on a weekend. Additionally, there was only one person working for a good portion of the time we were there and even when someone else joined to help him, the line was always long. This is located near several breweries so lots of people pop in for a drink and then move on. Definitely worth making a stop!

Immaculate vibes and amazing ciders. Our bartender, Dakota is one of my favorite people we've met as well. He provided great service. Probably a big reason we will come back! Would recommend trying the Diablo to anyone with a love for anything spicy.

We have been traveling down through the southern states for the last two weeks and had been through Asheville a few years ago, stopped at Urban Orchard on Haywood and fell IN LOVE. So on our travel back through, we made sure to stop by. The new place is SO CUTE. Joe was behind the bar and was super sweet/friendly. Urban Orchard has BY FARRRRR the absolute best cider. So clean, crisp, flavorful. (They also have the most wonderful bruschetta, plz bring that back!!) Dry Ridge is my favorite now. My boyfriend loveees Ginger and loves the Ginger Campaign. Honestly, the only reason we stopped through Asheville was to get here and get some cider. Thank you for doing things right!! All local and all delicious. Can't wait for our next visit.

After dinner in Asheville, we were looking for a place where we felt safe, with outdoor seating, to stop and have some drinks. Most of the breweries and bars either (1) didn't have outdoor seating or (2) were too crowded to get close to. Upon passing Urban Orchard we decided that this would be a great place to stop. The space is beautiful, though there was a lot going on and it was a bit hard to figure out what the theme was. The staff were super friendly and the ciders were great. I opted to go for a flight. From sweet to spicy the ciders were great. Admittedly, it can be a lot to pound a bunch of cider, you'll get a stomach ache before you'll cop a buzz. Regardless, the drinks were great and so was the service. This is a large space, where you could feel safe drinking indoors (picnic tables out front) or out (as you really aren't anywhere close to other parties). Cider generally isn't my go-to drink, but I wouldn't hesitate to come back the next time I'm in Asheville.

It's a big open space. I'm so happy to have an open cider place on a Wednesday! The bartender, Michael, was super nice and knowledgeable. I got the fruity flight which included the Sweet English, April Skies, Blackberry Hopped and Tainted Love. The Sweet English is not overly sweet, it's a good simple tasting cider. April Skies wasn't my favorite, but I can't put a finger on what the taste is that I don't love. The blackberry hopped is totally what I would choose on a hot summer day. The tainted love is good but a little less flavorful than the blackberry hopped.

Make this your 1st stop in Asheville! Joe will welcome you! :) Soooo glad we stopped here. Amazing place - great selection, vibe, etc., but it's the bartender Joe who made it truly special. We stopped in and stayed until closing. Joe welcomed us, asked about our preferences, and let us sample some of the great selection of refreshing ciders. Such an array of unique and creative flavors! We purchased some to drink there, and some to take home, and hope that Urban Orchard expands to the DC area! Joe clearly loves his job, cider, and Asheville! He gave us great recommendations for pizza and more. Can't thank him enough for making this visit such a wonderful one - truly a highlight of our time in Asheville. We're savoring the Sweet English and Sunglasses at Night that we brought home, and look forward to returning for great cider, true southern hospitality, and more!

This place is a whole vibe. If you want to check out Asheville's brew culture but beer isn't your thing then check out this place. The atmosphere is so chill. If you want the bar / tap room feel the area across from the counter is for you. If you prefer a cozy living room vibe they have that too. There's lots of artwork throughout the space. There's usually a DJ spinning on the weekend. During this trip the DJ played hip-hop from the early 00s but your experience may vary. There are lots of ciders to choose from and if you can't make up your mind I strongly recommend a flight. This place makes you want to sit and sip all afternoon. It's a must visit if you are in town and looking for a chill spot for you are your friends to go.

Blue Moon ( ?) Cider on draft was exceptional. The place was spacious & wished I had a partner for Ping Pong table on a Tues afternoon. Best cider in Asheville.

This newer Urban Orchard location is beautiful plus it is dog friendly! We stopped in to pass time while it was raining and had a blast. I got a cider flight to try a few and enjoyed them. If you do not like cider, beer and wine options are available.

One of my favorite spots when we are in Asheville! Terrific ciders, especially liked all the summer seasonals!!

Service and bartender was great! We ended up losing track of time and stayed until close without even realizing it. The bartender wasn't trying to hurry us out at all, but we quickly finished our drinks so she could finish closing. The aesthetic of the place was really neat and welcoming with a big open air, enclosed patio. Major plus: they allowed dogs inside as long as they behave well. However, they don't have much of a real outdoor patio if you're really wanting to sit outside. Would come back if I came back to Asheville.

This was our favorite cider in Asheville! Their flight was more expensive ($15) than others we had in Asheville, but they were definitely the best in terms of flavor. I also love the atmosphere of their building -- you can sit at the front open-air area and people watch, or choose one of their luxurious booths or couches to relax in. Something to note: Apple Maps didn't take us exactly to the right location, so if you think you should have arrived but don't see any signs -- just keep going a little further.

Great spot! Wonderful location to bring your four legged family member. They are allowed indoors if well behaved. Shuffle board and ping pong table inside with Thursday night salsa! Highly recommend.

Loved the cider here. You can tell it's quality because they're not sickly sweet. Unique flavor profiles too with options based on dryness, so they have something for everyone. Definitely hit this place up if you like cider.

We stumbled upon Urban Orchard Cider Co. in the rain while walking between breweries. This location was rather large, with a long bar, several booths along the wall, and some comfy chairs in the back. We sat at the bar and were immediately greeted. The cider server was helpful in explaining their menu and we ordered the Sweet English and Dry Ridge. Both tasted as their names indicated with one being more sweet and one more dry. While we both could appreciate the flavors, we just are not fans of hard apple cider. It's nice to find this is a local company and uses local apples, this location is good for those not seeking beer.

I know there aren't a lot of us, but yes, some people don't like beer. OUTRAGE! But seriously, it's just never been my thing. It's always been frustrating going to breweries with family and friends and only having one or two choices of wine or cider to drink. But it looks like someone finally started looking out for the ones on the fringe...success! There were so many choices here I wanted to try them all. My husband was a good sport and was 100% on board trying the ones I wanted. We did two flights, and everything was amazing. I loved how different each one was. I think a lot of people assume all cider is sweet and fruity, which is just the opposite. During my visit I had the mango habenero one that actually had a lot of heat to it. I loved it. Another was made with black tea which was also amazing. There are so many options I really encourage anyone who has never had cider to experiment and see how many options there really are. I've only been to two other cideries, but I will say this one is my favorite. The menu was diverse and the atmosphere itself was amazing. I believe they were having some type of private event on the other side and it looked amazing. I normally wouldn't think to have a private event at a cidery but seeing it now I would definitely consider it. Change your beer routine up and visit this place, it's worth it!

True confession... I don't like cider. It's gluten free and a great option to beer. It's just too sweet for my taste. I really did enjoy my visit to Urban Orchard! I ordered a flight and got a little taste of some unique ciders. None, happy to say, too sweet! My favorite was the Tainted Love with a strong raspberry flavoring that was just right. My daughter ordered the Sidra del Diablo that had an amazing spicy kick, so we both enjoyed it!

Every time I visit Asheville I have to go to Urban Orchard. They have such a unique selection of ciders and all of the ones I've had I loved! They offer different kinds of ciders so if you want something sweet, dry or spicy they have it' This one is located in south slope and truly is the best place to drink cider in Asheville. There's a large amount of seating inside in booths, couches and standard bar counter seats. Bartenders are also awesome and are so informative about they make all of these ciders.

Would have loved to stay here all evening. Super fun. Cider was so good and lots of flavors to try. Plus beer and wine. Servers were very friendly. Our group of 6 took a really long time to order and they were really chill about it. And a DJ! The crowd was pretty laid back. Large open garage-door style windows that made an open air feeling in the whole place. Just overall a cool place to have a drink. Very limited in the snack department. I would ask if I could order pizza or something...

We swung by on a Sunday night and were very impressed! It's a brisk walk from downtown but definitely not too long or undoable. It is in a more remote area so not a ton of businesses but that means there's more room for parking. My friends and I each got a flight of 4 ciders for $10, which we felt was very reasonable. There were a lot of different types that we wanted to try so it was definitely worth it. I tend to like something on the sweeter side and the Sweet English definitely hit that spot. The second one I tried was the Highgarden, which was probably my least favorite of the four that I tried. It had a strange aftertaste and I definitely didn't get any hints of cantaloupe. Finally, I tried two of the spicy ciders: the Lemon Drop and Sidra Del Diablo. They both had a nice kick but I definitely liked the Sidra Del Diablo a little more because it was more of a sweet heat whereas the Lemon Drop didn't have that added sweetness. They were both surprisingly good considering I've only had sweet ciders before! The space is very large and there's plenty of comfortable seating including couches and and booths. The bar was pretty filled though so expect crowds on busier nights. Plenty of room to stand and talk though!

I wasn't thoroughly impressed with their ciders. I think they quality of their products are just fine, but their different ciders are more accommodating to people who enjoy dry cider. I think I might be more of a traditionalist in that I like my cider sweeter. Traditional in my mind, not necessarily by society standards of cider. Their ciders are constantly changing so maybe next time I visit, they will have something I like. The space is gorgeous on the inside, dogs are allowed, and this is their second location. They just opened Halloween night where they held an epic party according to my bartender who helped me. She was super nice and a great conversationalist. Kids are allowed inside. If you bring your kids, drink responsibly and don't let them run amok disturbing everyone else who might want to enjoy their cider without being accosted by juveniles with no home-training. Please and thank you. Parking is limited to the street. If you are visiting town, just uber to here so you can drink happily at other locations nearby. There is a brewery and a gin distillery within one block of this cidery. Score!! Asheville apparently has more breweries per capita than any other city in the US. So, if you were planning to come just visit the Biltmore, make sure to plan a day to drink and you will have your true Asheville experience.

Love these ciders. Very nice & helpful bar staff. Get a flight, choosing from options like delicate lavender or pomegranate to their wonderful spicy choices like mango habanero or diablo! We hit this place on every visit & bring home growlers. Reasonable prices, lotsa variety. This location has 24 taps & some games (some beanbag toss thing & ping pong) but has a cold/overtly hipster modern feel versus the other more cozy one across town (10 taps there). Really prefer the warmer vibe of the other location, but come here for the flavor variety. Fun 80's themed drink names like "tainted love" & "sunglasses at night" plus had some fun seasonal Mardi Gras drinks. Oh, and the giraffe lamp! ;)

Came to Urban Orchard my first night in Asheville. Even though it was a Sunday, the bar was full. The space is beautiful, so my friends and I grabbed some couches and enjoyed a flight each. I tried Sweet English, Footloose, Black Hole, and Breakfast Club. The Sweet English was your typical semi-dry cider. Footloose was my favorite--sweet and fruity! Black Hole was also fruity, but less sugary-sweet. Breakfast Club was probably my least favorite, but that's not saying too much since I enjoyed them all. My friend got two of their spicy ciders, one with spicy lemon drops and one with vanilla and habanero, and he really liked them! Beware, though--the latter had a strong aftertaste that didn't sit well with me. Definitely a place I would come back to on the weekends! It's a gorgeous building in a cool part of town and would be a lot of fun on their themed or special nights. Highlight: trying four ciders for $10! Room for improvement: it's a little awkward to order when the bar is full, so be prepared to wait on a busy night.

Highly recommend coming here! A great location central to Asheville's best restaurants and the cider and beer is truly excellent. I hosted a surprise birthday party here and it was an excellent open space with areas perfect for large groups (long tables, ping pong tables) and areas ideal for smaller more intimate gatherings (cozy chairs and booths). Plus the staff was so friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating!!

A pet-friendly establishment AND amazing ciders! A double score for the win. Very unique flavors served in an open and airy venue. Loved this place.

One of our favorite breweries in downtown asheville. Always unique brews and helpful staff. The fact that they have a section for "spicy" ciders on their menu speaks volumes to my spice loving heart. Love the atmosphere and the way the taproom is decorated, so lovely! We went to the 80s dance party a few weekends ago and it was a blast! They had a great turn out and the dj played great musIc. It was so much fun. Can't wait to visit again next time we're in asheville!

Played a round of Flights N Flip here with my alleged "girlfriend" and it was lit. Got a flight of the funky and a flight of the fruity. It inspired a song "Funky-Fruity (Boots & Cats)" which has been heralded as a billboard eligible song! Friendly people and friendly service! 5 stars