This one’s a two-for-one: Seismic Brewing closed its standalone taproom and moved in with Golden State Cider, so now you get both breweries’ taps under one roof in the Barlow. It means the board covers a lot of ground — hoppy IPAs from Seismic alongside Golden State’s dry, crisp hard ciders, plus rotating seasonal releases from both. The taproom has the same industrial-casual feel as the rest of the Barlow: exposed steel, communal tables, and enough outdoor seating to make a sunny afternoon stretch out longer than planned. It’s a good stop if your group is split between beer and cider drinkers, since nobody has to compromise. Weekday afternoons are easy and low-key — good for regrouping after wandering the Barlow’s shops. Weekends bring a livelier crowd, sometimes with food trucks parked outside. Flights are the smart way to try both sides of the menu without committing to a full pint of anything you’re unsure about. It’s dog-friendly on the patio, which matters if you’re traveling with one.
