Side Project Brewing
Maplewood
Bar in Maplewood, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Why go
Side Project Brewing is a good Maplewood pick when the plan is beer-first and low-fuss. Treat it as a focused brewery stop rather than a full dinner or late-night bar solution; for a similar nearby beer-led alternative, compare it with The Side Project Cellar before deciding.
About Side Project Brewing
Side Project Brewing is a casual venue in Maplewood.
The clearest way to plan around Side Project Brewing is by its schedule. It is closed Tuesday; it opens at 4 PM on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday; it has an earlier 11 AM opening on Friday and Saturday; and it opens at 1 PM on Sunday.
Book it around the listed hours
Side Project Brewing is listed as casual, so it does not require a dressed-up plan. The practical decision is whether its hours fit your outing: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday run 4–8 PM; Friday and Saturday run 11 AM–8:30 PM; and Sunday runs 1–8 PM.
Details for food, reservations, pricing, seating, or a broader service format are not available, so avoid building the plan around those specifics unless you confirm them directly with the venue. Use the known hours and casual dress code as the reliable baseline.
Use the comparison set before committing
If you are comparing options, The Side Project Cellar is a natural cross-shop by name. For other casual plans, Frisco Barroom, SOHA Bar and Grill, Seamus McDaniel's, and Coma Coffee Roasters may be worth checking depending on the kind of outing you want.
For a fuller evening, pair this decision with the wider guides rather than assuming Side Project Brewing covers every need: our full Maplewood restaurants guide for dining options in Maplewood, our full Maplewood hotels guide if staying close, our full Maplewood wineries guide for a different outing, and our full Maplewood experiences guide if the night needs more structure.
Side Project Brewing is a casual Maplewood option to consider.
Planning details
- Location
- 7458 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, MO 63143
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- sideprojectbrewing.com
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Side Project Brewing presents a focused, cellar-minded approach to beer; the taproom is less about immediate trends and more about time: extended fermentation, barrel programs and an aged-ale library define the operation. The writing positions the brewery as a refined alternative to volume-oriented craft producers, one that rewards patience and collectorship. That careful, almost wine-like attitude gives the space a sophisticated, intimate feel: you’re visiting a place where small batches are prioritized and each pour represents a deliberate piece of the brewery’s program.
Best For
This is a destination for drinkers who value depth over novelty. It works well for groups exploring Maplewood’s concentrated corridor of serious drinking spots, and for casual hangouts where conversation centers on bottles, cellared releases and barrel-aged beers. Enthusiasts who follow limited releases and collectors who appreciate allocation and small-batch brewing will find the taproom and its bottle-shop extension especially rewarding. The proximity of The Side Project Cellar makes it easy to extend an outing from on-tap sampling to take-home bottles.
Ordering Tips
Seek out the brewery’s barrel-aged and cellared releases: extended conditioning and small-batch allocations are central to the program. Ask staff about the aged-ale library and recent barrel programs, and check The Side Project Cellar for bottle releases and tasting options that often complement what’s on tap. Expect limited runs and an emphasis on age and complexity rather than hop-forward immediacy; patience and curiosity pay off here when selecting bottles or pours.
Venue details
Ambiance
Rustic atmosphere in a former hardware store with light music, attentive service, and a welcoming vibe for beer enthusiasts.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Beer Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Light Music
- Live Music
- Yes
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 7458 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, MO 63143
Planning details
Location
7458 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, MO 63143 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Side Project Cellar, Notable alternative
- Frisco Barroom, Notable alternative
- SOHA Bar and Grill, Notable alternative
- Seamus McDaniel's, Notable alternative
- Coma Coffee Roasters, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Maplewood
Side Project Brewing is the better choice when the group wants the brewery format and an easy booking path. The Side Project Cellar is the closest alternative for the same general drinks lane, and it is the first place to cross-shop if the priority is mood rather than a production-adjacent brewery feel.
Choose Frisco Barroom, SOHA Bar and Grill, or Seamus McDaniel's when the group needs a broader bar-and-grill setup instead of a beer-focused stop. Those are safer for mixed groups where not everyone wants beer to drive the decision.
Coma Coffee Roasters is the wrong comparison for a night out but useful if the plan is daytime, caffeine, or a non-alcohol-led meet-up. Side Project Brewing is easier to justify when the occasion is drinks with intent, not a catch-up that could happen over coffee.
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Compare Side Project Brewing
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Side Project Brewing | Maplewood | No published awards |
| The Side Project Cellar | Maplewood | No published awards |
| Frisco Barroom | Webster Groves | No published awards |
| SOHA Bar and Grill | St Louis | No published awards |
| Seamus McDaniel's | St Louis | No published awards |
| Coma Coffee Roasters | Richmond Heights | No published awards |
How Side Project Brewing Maplewood compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Side Project Brewing have happy hour deals?
Happy hour details are not available, so plan around the regular hours instead: Mon, Wed, Thu 4–8 PM; Fri and Sat 11 AM–8:30 PM; Sun 1–8 PM; Tuesday closed. You can also compare options such as Frisco Barroom.
What's the best time to go to Side Project Brewing?
Go on Friday or Saturday at 11 AM if you want the earliest listed opening, or on Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday when it opens at 4 PM. Tuesday is closed, so avoid that day. The Side Project Cellar is another option to compare.
Is Side Project Brewing open late?
No, not especially. The latest listed closing time is 8:30 PM on Friday and Saturday, with 8 PM closings on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. If you need a different evening plan, SOHA Bar and Grill or Seamus McDaniel's are other places to check.
Is Side Project Brewing good for a date?
It can work for a casual date. Coma Coffee Roasters is another option to compare for a different kind of plan.
