Call: 804.799.9058
Every Thursday • 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Welcome to Old School Cider House, a unique dining and drinking destination in the heart of New Kent, Virginia! Housed in a beautifully renovated historic schoolhouse, our restaurant blends rustic charm with modern flair.
Savor our carefully crafted menu featuring dishes that pair perfectly with our extensive selection of crisp, refreshing ciders on tap. From classic apple ciders to bold, innovative blends, there’s something for every palate. Enjoy the warm, nostalgic ambiance of the old schoolhouse, complete with original architectural touches, while dining in our cozy taproom or relaxing on our scenic outdoor patio.
Whether you’re here for a casual meal, a lively evening with friends, or a special event, Old School Cider House offers a memorable experience rooted in community, flavor, and tradition. Come raise a glass with us!
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy live music this weekend from talented local bands and musicians.
If there is a chance of rain, music will move inside the schoolhouse.
Our drink menu can vary from week to week. Please stop by or call for our latest list.
Dry cider with a tart finish. 100% Granny Smith Green Apples5.5%
Semi-sweet blend of Virginia Apples and Black cherries6.0%
Semi-sweet Virginia blend Golden & Red Delicious, Granny Smith.5.0%
Semi-sweet hard cider with hints of clove, cinnamon and spices6.0%
Completely Dry. Refreshing, tart. 100% Virginia apples6.9%
Ruby Red Crab Apple, Ashmead's Kernel, and Gold Rush apples.6.9%
Cider infused with grapefruit peel and hibiscus petals8.0%
Jonagold apples fermented on cranberries and orange blossoms5.5%
lightweight, semi-sweet session cider with all the apple goodness!4.0%
Crisp classic brut dry cider. 100% Virginia apples7.1%
Full, farm-fresh apple flavor reminiscent of fall harvest.7.0%
Crisp lager with balanced malts and light floral-citrus hop notes4.8%
Seasonal. Notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar. 7.3%
Light, bready IPA with citrusy Cascade, Cluster, & CTZ hop notes.7.2%
Blood Orange • Lime • Grapefruit
Cane Cola, Diet Cane Cola, Lemon-Lime, Root Beer
Served with local craft beer cheese, mustard, or caramel apple cider dip
Traditional, pesto, and roasted red pepper served with carrot sticks, pita points, or tortilla chips (GF).
A sumptuous blend of tender crab meat, creamy cheese, and savory spices, served with pita points or tortilla chips (GF)
A devilishly delightful twist on a classic! Perfectly hard-boiled eggs, halved and filled with a creamy, zesty yolk blend of tangy mustard and a hint of smoky paprika
Charred sweet corn and jalapeños with melted cheddar, cream cheese, and cotija served with tortilla chips (GF)
Fresh local greens with candied pecans, apples, strawberries, red onion, crumbled feta cheese
add grilled chicken $4
Fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, balsamic glaze served with pita points
add prosciutto ham $4
Fresh local greens with charred corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, eggs, prosciutto, chicken, avocado, croutons, and crumbled blue cheese
Fresh local greens, ham, turkey, bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, carrots, cheddar, mozzarella, and croutons
House salad: fresh local greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, cheddar, carrots, croutons. Served with a bowl of soup du jour
Apple Cider Vinaigrette | Ranch | Balsamic Vinaigrette | Honey Mustard | Creamy Roasted Red Pepper
Our signature chicken salad on a bed of fresh local greens, served with Roma tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and pita points or tortilla chips (GF).
Bread Selection Potato Bun | Croissant | Sourdough | Toasted Bread | Gluten Free Wrap
Served with kettle chips and a pickle. Substitute any side for an additional $3
Ham, swiss cheese, Granny Smith apples with local greens, and honey mustard
Crab cake, local greens, tomatoes, red onion, and a side of roasted red pepper sauce on potato bun
Classic chicken salad club with bacon, local greens and tomatoes
Turkey, bacon, cheddar, avocado, local greens, fresh tomatoes, with mayonnaise
Grilled portobello mushroom with mozzarella, fresh greens, tomato, red onion, mayo on a potato bun
Grilled sourdough, triple cheese cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella with apple butter
add bacon or prosciutto ham $2
Thin crust with our house tomato sauce, pepperoni, sausage, and mozzarella
Thin crust with caramelized onions, fig jam, mozzarella, prosciutto, and arugula
Thin crust with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze
Thin crust with Miss Jackie’s crab dip, mozzarella, caramelized onions and fresh Roma tomatoes
Our soup-of-the-day is a seasonal blend of fresh ingredients. Ask your server. Served with oyster crackers
CUP $7 / BOWL $10
Fresh local greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, cheddar, carrots, croutons
Miss Vickie's sea salt kettle chips
A deep dish apple pie, bursting with tender, spiced apples, crowned with whipped cream and drizzled with our, warm apple caramel sauce.
Nightingale's premium, handcrafted Ice Cream Sandwiches, featuring a variety of rich, artisanal flavors to indulge in.
Ask your server
Allergy Warning: Menu items may contain or come into contact with milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame. Please inform your server of any allergies. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of food-borne illness. GLUTEN FREE (GF)
