Looking to try the top dive bars around?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable dive bars in San Jose, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.
1. Red Stag Lounge
Topping the list is Red Stag Lounge. Located at 1711 W. San Carlos St. in the Rose Garden, the dive bar is the highest-rated cheap dive bar in San Jose, boasting four stars out of 106 reviews on Yelp. The spot also offers karaoke, a pool table and daily drink specials.
2. Park Lane Lounge
Next up is West San Jose's Park Lane Lounge, situated at 5152 Moorpark Ave. With four stars out of 94 reviews on Yelp, the dive bar and lounge has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option. The bar is known for its holiday parties, like its Halloween costume contest and its St. Patrick's Day gathering.
3. The Escape
The Cambrian Park's The Escape, located at 2942 S. Bascom Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive dive bar four stars out of 67 reviews. Enjoy a game of pool or watch the Golden State Warriors, the bar's official NBA team.
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