Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/13/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
Side Project Brewing
7458 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, Missouri, 63143-3032
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Microbrewery
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
5 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 5.1% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.2% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.0% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 4.9% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | On Tap |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.8% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.7% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
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4.7 ★
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/8/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
8/3/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Side Project Brewing FAQs
Is Side Project Brewing dog friendly?
Yes. Side Project Brewing is dog friendly in Maplewood in the taproom.
Does Side Project Brewing serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Side Project Brewing hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Side Project Brewing?
Side Project Brewing can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Side Project Brewing have outdoor patio seating?
Side Project Brewing does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.
Nearby spots
Nearby spots you might like
Three more pours within about 10 miles.
