Red Wagon Farm — a farm, market, ice cream shop, bakery and brewery all in one — has been part of the local community for over 57 years, and “local” is something that literally runs through it. New expansions were recently completed using lumber sourced from old barns on the property or directly from Columbia Station. Farm to shelf produce available in the farm’s market has been picked within a day or two. In fact, all of Red Wagon’s offerings are made or sourced locally.
Owners Eric and Shari Ross are most proud of their connection to the community. Customers who quickly become friends stop in for fresh produce, a cold beer or friendly conversation. Shari says she loves knowing her customers by name and cherishes striking up conversations with them.
Red Wagon’s on-site brewery, featured in the Cleveland Brewery Passport (passports offered at the brewery), opened in May 2023. Their partnership with Four Paws Brewing fosters the creation of one-of-a-kind flavors not to be found anywhere else. Some beers even use farm fresh ingredients, such as the Strawberry Cream Ale (during strawberry season) and a cherry beer (during cherry season).
Other flavors include Key Lime Pie Honey Kolsch, Melon Collie Belles, Blue’s Lazy Hazy IPA, All You Can Carry Marshmallow Cream Ale and other more traditional beer types. The names are as fun as the beer, and many have a story behind them, so be sure to ask when you order.
The best way to savor all of the brewery’s beer options is with a fun Red Wagon flight. Enjoy smoked chicken wings, hamburgers, pulled pork or other bites while turning the wheel to the next beer. Then, when you find your favorite, take it home in a growler!
Don’t like beer? Try the various seltzers and ciders which are light in carbonation, with a natural, full flavor.
After you’re done exploring the brewery, experience apple and pumpkin season on the farm. While visiting, enjoy new offerings from Scoops Ice Cream and Red Wagon Baked Goods — where the patriotic pie and sticky buns are a big hit! The kids can visit the pumpkin patch, grab an ice cream cone and head outside for a game of cornhole.
The market is full of things to see and fresh ingredients, all from farm to market within a day or two. The Ross family grows many of the vegetables available for sale at market and partners with local farms to provide a greater variety. Selections include honey, jams, sauces and salsas, and — just like the beer — flavor offerings from blackberry serrano to cherry salsa are unique. True to their roots, all are made and sourced locally.
Additionally, Red Wagon offers a blog with recipes using farm ingredients. Read it at RedWagonFarm.com/Blog.
Don’t forget Fido in the fun! Well-behaved dogs are welcome to the outside area. Dogs can enjoy doggy ice cream from Scoops or dog treats from the market. The farm loves dogs! In fact, Blue’s Lazy Hazy is named after the family bulldog Blue — who is lazy.
The market is a great place to shop for unique local products and fresh produce. The brewery will quench your thirst for exclusive or traditional brews. The ambiance is cozy enough for a date night. Open year round, Red Wagon Farm is a delightful family trip to the market or a fun night out. Life can feel busy and rushed; Red Wagon Farm offers a relaxed vibe. Learn more and plan your visit at RedWagonFarm.com.
