Faction Brewery

Faction Brewery is a great place to enjoy some finely brewed beverages with sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay and city skyline in “Spirits Alley,” part of the former Naval Air Station on the western edge of the island of Alameda. Unique food trucks serving up different types of cuisine are often parked outside. It’s a fine place to hang out and imbibe after a long hike or bicycle ride.

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