Brewery Profile

Upside Brewing

A visitor stepping into J&G Pizza Palace in Sylvania will find more than a pizza counter and dining room: Upside Brewing operates inside the restaurant as a nano ale factory. Its place in the local beer scene is notable because it is identified as the first brewery established in Sylvania. That gives the stop a different context from a larger regional taproom or production brewery. The setting is small-scale and tied directly to the restaurant environment, so the experience is less about touring a big brewhouse and more about seeing how a compact brewing operation fits into a neighborhood food business. Guests can expect the beer side of the visit to be integrated with the dining setting rather than separated into a stand-alone beer hall.

Travelers exploring craft beer in northwest Ohio often look for places that show local character: small producers, changing pours, and rooms where the brewery feels connected to the immediate community. Upside Brewing fits that kind of itinerary because its stated focus is a unique and personalized beer experience for its guests and community. Since it works on a nano scale, the emphasis is on craft and customization rather than broad distribution or high-volume production. That makes it a useful stop for visitors who are interested in how very small breweries operate, especially when paired with a casual meal. The brewery’s identity as an ale-focused operation also gives beer-focused travelers a clear frame of reference, though the specific selections available on any given visit should be checked in person.

For practical planning, the most important detail is that Upside Brewing is within J&G Pizza Palace, so the visit combines beer and food service in the same general stop. That can make it convenient for groups that include both beer drinkers and people primarily looking for a meal. Publicly known details do not establish a separate list of amenities, reservation policies, outdoor seating, package sales, or tour availability, so those should not be assumed. The taproom or restaurant is the place to confirm the day’s pours, current service setup, hours, and any limits on seating or ordering. Visitors should approach it as a compact brewery experience attached to an existing pizza establishment, with the beer program shaped around a local audience rather than a large production model.

Upside Brewing operates as a nano ale factory within J&G Pizza Palace in Sylvania, Ohio. It holds the distinction of being the first brewery established in Sylvania. The brewery focuses on producing a unique and personalized beer experience tailored to its community and guests. As a small-scale operation, Upside Brewing emphasizes craft and customization over large production volumes. Its location within a pizza establishment integrates beer offerings with food service, providing a combined dining and tasting setting.

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5692 N Main St, Sylvania, Ohio, 43560-1928

Phone: 4198826061

Website: http://www.facebook.com/UpsideBrewing

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Upside Brewing.

Beer Styles at Upside Brewing

Upside Brewing brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Red Ale, and IPA. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Upside Run Club

    Oct 13, 2026

    A casual, go-at-your-own pace run (or walk) promoting fitness, community, and craft beer. Runs take place from March 10th to October 27th on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m., with scenic rou…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Upside Brewing located?
Upside Brewing is located at 5692 N Main St, Sylvania, Ohio, 43560-1928. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Upside Brewing's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 4198826061 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Upside Brewing?
Visit http://www.facebook.com/UpsideBrewing for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.