Looking to try the top music venues around?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable music venues in Berkeley, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to go next time you're looking for some live music.
1. The Back Room
Topping the list is The Back Room. Located at 1984 Bonita Ave. (between University Avenue and Berkeley Way) in Downtown Berkeley, the music venue and performing arts spot is the highest-rated low-priced music venue in Berkeley, boasting five stars out of 14 reviews on Yelp.
According to its website, The Back Room was founded in 2016 to recreate the original Freight & Salvage, a beloved Berkeley music venue dedicated to acoustic music. Here, you'll find acoustically-based genres, including jazz, blues, folk, bluegrass, Americana and more.
2. Ashkenaz Music And Dance Community Center
Next up is Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center, situated at 1317 San Pablo Ave. (between Camelia and Gilman streets). With four stars out of 93 reviews on Yelp, the dance club, music venue and dance school has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option.
"Ashkenaz is a non-profit, all-ages community center and cafe dedicated to fostering intercultural understanding and friendship through music and dance," states its website.
The center hosts local and international performing artists in performances, classes and workshops.
3. 924 Gilman
924 Gilman, located at 924 Gilman St. (between Seventh and Eighth streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the low-priced music venue and community service/non-profit spot four stars out of 92 reviews.
The DIY non-profit is an all-ages, volunteer-run venue for music, art and community events.
4. Hertz Concert Hall
Hertz Concert Hall, a music venue and performing arts spot, is another much-loved, cheap go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 13 Yelp reviews. Head over to University of California Berkeley, College Ave and Bancroft Way to see for yourself.
The concert hall frequently hosts the UC Berkeley Symphony Orchestra, as well as classical recitals.
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