Eckert's Cider Shed - Belleville, Illinois

Lisa M.

We went to Eckerts for Mother's Day. Although there were a lot of people there, everyone was spread out doing different things. First, we stopped at the cider shed to get a bite to eat. We loved the set up and outdoor eating area. Ordering by phone was easy. The food looked really good and the portions were generous. I liked both the brisket nachos and mushroom filled dumplings but neither of us loved either one.

The nachos were drenched in both the cheese and BBQ sauce. A little too much of the mixed flavors. There was a citrus flavor that clashed with the beer cheese flavor. I'm my opinion. Just a little too much of two different tangs for me.

I could not taste the mushrooms in the dumplings. The other flavors were over powering. As I said, they weren't bad, but I didn't love them either.

Matt A.

Nice little alternative to the family restaurant onsite. The open air area is nice for letting kids run around. Also have a smallish sports bar like area if you want to be indoors.

Table service, but limited. Make your order online, they bring it out. Food is standard fried bar fare. Not bad, not next level either. It does seem to be much easier and less busy than the restaurant though. We sat right down and ordered.

Micki E.

Went to the “Cozy Cabin” pop up this past weekend. It was super cute! Tons of themed drinks and some yummy themed food too! To see the menu you scan the QR code at the table. That is also how you order. We got the fig and hot honey butter board, the cabin crunch, and the pork and jam sandwich. Everything was really good. The drinks were fun as well. We got the themed flight and the hot apple cider. The decorations were cute…reminded me of things that a fishing cabin would have as decoration.

Kelsey S.

Loved sharing the Bites and Flights for date night on a cold Wednesday afternoon. We showed up around 3:30 and were the only ones there. Staff decorated for Christmas while we enjoyed our appetizers and drinks. We shared the appetizers and drinks and needed an entree (chicken tacos) to share to fill up. Loved the atmosphere.

Staff was friendly and provided great service. Our server shared lots of info on upcoming events, explained the various drinks on tap, and was happy to chat with us.

Very impressed by the new outdoor stage. I've frequented Eckert's annually for the last 20+ years and they never fail to stay up-to-date, bringing customers the next best thing.

Sara G.

If you don’t need cozy right now; what is wrong with you? It’s 1 degree Fahrenheit outside.

Stay warm and head over to the Cozy Cider Cabin experience at Eckert’s Farm.

Running from January 10 to February 25, embrace the warmth by the fireplace as you walk in the door! You’ll be surrounded by deer, elk, and moose decor, with a cozy bear skin rug on the floor.

For $5 per person, sample the delicious food and drinks such as the buffalo ranch popcorn and all the ciders, and know that all reservation fees go to Heat Up St. Louis helping keep everyone safe and warm.

Connie W.

Great little place for a family or couples. Very warm and comfortable with lots of rustic charm. Took us a minute to figure out the ordering process but we got it. Food came out quick and the drinks were spot on. The frozen hot chocolate was the best of the holiday specials.

Beth R.

1st time here. We came on a Sunday afternoon to celebrate Friendsgiving and it was busy. Atmosphere was great.. band playing, tons of photo ops available, games available, fireplace seating area… tons of parking out front. There is a limited food menu. There also isn’t much seating available inside.

Joyce R.

My first time here. For Dueling Pianos. The area was miserably hot...an awning at the end of the Pavillion roof would help keep the 🌞 sun off most of the picnic bench seats at the back. Arrived at 5:30 pm for 6 pm event. Starting later would be better...the day after Summer Solstice! Happy it's a pet friendly location! My hubby, my doggies and I stayed for 4 songs. Great music!