Red Bus Brewing Co. sits in downtown Folsom with a personality as distinctive as its name. The whole place is built around a 1968 VW Bus theme—Erik Schmid, the owner and a longtime Folsom resident, created this place as a genuine labor of love for craft beer. You walk into an air-conditioned tasting room where they brew beer right on-site using a 7-barrel production system, so you’re drinking something made just down the way.

What makes this spot different for people visiting with dogs is that they welcome well-behaved dogs inside the tasting room itself. This isn’t a “drink outside in the patio while your dog waits” situation—your dog actually comes in with you. The space feels casual and friendly, not uptight or formal, which means most people there are relaxed about having dogs around.

The beer selection rotates based on what they’re brewing, and since it’s a smaller operation, you get that sense of knowing what you’re tasting is made by people who genuinely care about the product. The vibe is laid-back without feeling like a dive bar—it’s the kind of place where conversations start easily, whether you’re chatting with other visitors or the staff behind the counter.

If you’re exploring Folsom’s downtown area with your dog, this is one of the few spots where you and your dog both get to be part of the experience rather than one of you waiting outside. The location works well for a stop if you’re heading through town, especially on weekends when they tend to have more activity. Their website has current details about what’s on tap and whether they have any special events happening during your visit.