Wondering where to find the best breweries near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable breweries in San Francisco, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fulfill your urges.
1. Speakeasy Ales & Lagers
Topping the list is Speakeasy Ales & Lagers. Located at 1195 Evans Ave. in the Bayview, Speakeasy Ales & Lagers is the highest-rated inexpensive brewery in San Francisco, boasting 4.5 stars out of 406 reviews on Yelp. The brewery, which was founded in 1997, crafts a wide array of beers in traditional and seasonal styles, 17 of which are available on draft in its speakeasy-style taproom.
2. Ferment Drink Repeat - FDR Brewery
Next up is Portola's Ferment Drink Repeat - FDR Brewery, situated at 2636 San Bruno Ave. (between Burrows and Bacon streets). This spot brews a selection of IPAs, as well as lighter, seasonal offerings like an Oktoberfest and a grapefruit Saison. FDR Brewery also serves as a homebrew supply store, and with five stars out of 101 reviews on Yelp, it has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.
3. Harmonic Brewing
The Dogpatch's Harmonic Brewing, located at 1050 26th St. (between Indiana and Minnesota streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive brewery 4.5 stars out of 145 reviews. Check out brews like the Myles From Home English mild ale and the Sneaky Taiheke IPA, made with New Zealand hops. Harmonic's taproom offers 12 beers on draft and is open seven days a week. It is also available to book for private events.
4. Seven Stills & Hard Frescos
Seven Stills & Hard Frescos, a taproom in the Outer Sunset, is another much-loved, low-priced go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 147 Yelp reviews. This outpost of the local brewery and distillery offers all seven of Seven Stills' rotating brews, as well as Mexican pub grub and fermented agua fresca from its partner, Hard Frescos. Head over to 3645 Lawton St. (between 42nd and 43rd avenues) to see for yourself.
5. Standard Deviant Brewing
And then there's Standard Deviant Brewing, a Mission favorite with 4.5 stars out of 131 reviews. This casual spot offers games, light bites and more than a dozen beers in standard and half pours. Stop by 280 14th St. (between Minna and Mission streets) to hit it up the next time you're in the mood.
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