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Explore 3 favorite affordable bars in Raleigh

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Published on October 22, 2019
Explore 3 favorite affordable bars in RaleighPhoto: Boxcar Bar + Cafe/Yelp

Looking to try the best low-cost bars in town?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable bars in Raleigh, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.

1. Berkeley Cafe

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Topping the list is Berkeley Cafe. Located at 217 W. Martin St. in Central, it is the highest-rated cheap bar in Raleigh. 

The bar, in the former lobby of a small hotel built in 1915, offers grilled cheese sandwiches, a chicken Caesar salad and fried avocado tacos, in addition to spirits and beer. It also features live music.

2. Imurj

Photo: Imurj/Yelp

Next up is Central's Imurj, situated at 300 S. McDowell St. With four stars out of 18 reviews on Yelp, it has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.

The music venue, art gallery and bar serves hot and cold sandwiches and has a build-your-own-salad option. Draft beers, cider and spirits are available. Imurj describes itself as a collaborative arts community.

3. Boxcar Bar + Arcade

Photo: Boxcar Bar + Arcade/Yelp

Also in Central is Boxcar Bar + Arcade, located at 330 W. Davie St. It is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the bar and arcade four stars out of 556 reviews. 

If you're looking for more, we found these details about Boxcar Bar + Arcade.

"Boxcar Bar + Arcade is home to over 70 games, including classic and modern arcades and pinball favorites, skee ball, air hockey, console game systems and more," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. "In addition to a full bar, we have 24 craft beers on draft and a number of cans and bottled brew. We're dog friendly, we have outdoor/patio bar and covered seating area, complete with an outdoor live music stage."


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