Looking to try the top breweries around?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable breweries in Berkeley, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.
1. Takara Sake
Topping the list is Takara Sake. Located at 708 Addison St. (between Third and Fourth streets), the sake brewery is the highest-rated cheap brewery in Berkeley, boasting 4.5 stars out of 447 reviews on Yelp.
Established in 1983, this Japan-based company produces a variety of sake, specializing in the traditional brewing style, Sho Chiku Bai. Takara's sake can be sampled at the brewery's Berkeley tasting room, which doubles as a museum dedicated to the history of sake production.
2. Hoi Polloi Brewing Taproom and Beat Lounge
Next up is Hoi Polloi Brewing Taproom and Beat Lounge, situated at 1763 Alcatraz Ave. (between Adeline and Ellis streets). Hoi Polloi brews an array of craft beers, from IPAs to porters, which are available on draft at its taproom. With 4.5 stars out of 178 reviews on Yelp, it has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a low-priced option.
3. Trumer Pils Brauerei
Then there's Trumer Pils Brauerei, located at 1404 Fourth St. (between Camelia and Page streets). The Austrian compan brews authentic German-style Pilsner. Yelpers give the brewery 4.5 stars out of 46 reviews.
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