3 - Good choice if you're in the area. Skip to the end to see my rating scale.
So here's the thing. Upstate Brewing is a good place. It's got outdoor seating, good beer, is pet friendly, and the service we received was solid. Everything I look for in a great brewery. But for my rating scale to be consistent, I can't honestly say I'd drive 30 minutes out of my way just to come here. We stayed in the town of Watkin's Glen just a few blocks from here so we stopped in and had a couple of good beers. Really solid. But the bummer is that there is a lot of competition of great breweries and wineries in the area and if I were driving 30 minutes, I'd be going to one of the others that are more spacious, with more scenic views, and as good or better beer. If you're in the town of Watkin's Glen, yes, please stop in here and have a couple of beers. You won't be disappointed at all. But if you're willing to drive 20 minutes or so up either side of Seneca Lake, you'll find some really great spots.
My rating scale:
1 - Just don't
2 - You'll survive, but there are better choices close by
3 - Good choice if you're in the area
4 - I'd drive 30 minutes out of my way just to come here
5 - I'd try to convince my wife to drive an hour just to come here read more