About Upstate Brewing Company FLX
Upstate Brewing Company FLX is the Watkins Glen taproom of Upstate Brewing Company, which also runs a brewery and taproom in Elmira. Its website says the company has been the premier Finger Lakes destination for locally brewed craft beer since 2011.
Beer is not the only pour. The taproom also serves New York wines and ciders, plus non-alcoholic drinks. The company sells sixtels and half kegs to the public too, and asks you to call ahead to reserve one.
Brewery bingo runs on Thursdays from 7 to 9pm at the Watkins Glen taproom. Its website says all ages are welcome. Kids and dogs are both fine here, as long as children are supervised and dogs are leashed and friendly.
You can bring your own food or have some delivered from a nearby restaurant. Groups larger than 8 need a reservation. More people have reviewed Upstate Brewing Company FLX on Google than any other brewery, taproom or beer shop in Watkins Glen on this site.
From Upstate Brewing Company's own website and its Google listing, read October 28, 2026.
Been here? Write the first Brewery.fyi review.
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Map
Questions people ask
Are kids and dogs allowed at the Watkins Glen taproom?
Yes to both, according to its FAQ. It asks that children be supervised at all times and that dogs be leashed and friendly with people and other dogs.
Can I bring my own food?
Yes. Its website says you are welcome to bring your own food or get something delivered to the taproom from a nearby restaurant.
What is brewery bingo?
It is a weekly event at the Watkins Glen taproom, every Thursday from 7 to 9pm. Its website calls it a rowdy and fun time and says all ages are welcome.
Does it take large groups?
Only with a reservation for groups larger than 8. Its website says the reservation lets the taproom staff properly for your group.
Which breweries are close by?
Seneca Lodge Craft Brewing At Seneca Lodge is 0.9 miles away. Hop Notch Brewing Co. in Montour Falls is 3 miles away. Grist Iron Brewing Company and Two Goats Brewing, both in Burdett, are 6.1 and 6.5 miles away.
Answers come from Upstate Brewing Company's website and its Google listing, read October 28, 2026.
Breweries near Upstate Brewing Company FLX
Before you visit Upstate Brewing FLX
Check upstatebrewing.com before you go. It posts the Watkins Glen hours, which change with the season, and an events page. Thursday and Friday run later than the early week, and Sunday closes earliest.
Plan your meal ahead, since you can bring food or order delivery. Reserve if your group is larger than 8. Keep dogs on a leash.
Seneca Lodge Craft Brewing At Seneca Lodge is 0.9 miles away, which makes it an easy second stop. Hop Notch Brewing Co. in Montour Falls is 3 miles away.