Up on the hillside, the orchard looks out over rows turning gold, with the soft whir of the donut machine and laughter from hay wagons echoing across the fields. This is a spot where the day winds around apples, coffee, and the slow work of fall picking.
What to Expect:
🍏 U-pick apples with varieties changing weekly from early September into late October
đźšś Tractor-pulled hayrides to and from the orchard rows
🍩 Famous cider donuts fried hot throughout the day
🥧 Farm store stocked with fresh pies, turnovers, cookies, and local honey
🎶 Seasonal live music and picnic spots by the barn on weekends
Important Information:
✔ U-pick open only Friday–Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM; last entry 30 minutes before closing
âś” Tractor rides run continuously while U-pick is open, weather permitting
âś” Pick apples only in provided bags; no outside containers or wagons in the rows
âś” Group bookings by phone for over 10; some uneven ground in the orchards
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🍏 Pick Early: McIntosh and Ginger Gold ripen fast—early September weekends mean easy picking and less competition for the best fruit.
🍩 Donut Drop: Fresh donuts come out hottest just after 10:00 AM and again around 1:00 PM—line up just before the lunch push for a faster treat.
🚜 Hayride Hints: The last tractor runs to the orchard rows leave about 30 minutes before close—plan the final pick by 3:30 PM.
👟 Rough Ground: Orchard rows can be uneven—sturdy shoes and gloves help, especially after a rain.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors rave about the variety and freshness of apples, the hot cider donuts, and the scenic rides up through the orchard. Families repeatedly mention friendly staff, picnic areas, wagon rides, and the engaging pace for kids. Weekend crowds and donut lines can spike after noon in peak season. A handful of reviews cite firm enforcement of U-pick bag rules and fruit over-picking policy—most see staff as fair, with one or two calling service abrupt if busy. Most praise the value and repeated improvements year to year.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
U-pick apples (McIntosh, Ginger Gold, early season); Hayrides; Cider donuts; Farm store pies, turnovers, cookies; Apple cider; Live music (fall weekends); Picnic tables.
Accessibility
The store and picnic spaces are mostly accessible with firm paths, but the orchard rows themselves can be uneven and muddy after rain. No dedicated accessible restroom. Best for those comfortable walking moderate inclines.
