One of the essentials at Yaks on the 5 is the rotating tap list—from over 20 local craft beers—to pair with your smash burger and sticky bun experience. Known for a beer-forward dining culture, Yaks brings the best of Siskiyou County breweries to your plate and glass.

Locally Sourced Brews on Tap

Yaks pours rotating taps from nearby breweries such as Dunsmuir Brewery Works, Fall River Brewery, Wild Card, Etna, and Lassen Aleworks. Visitors regularly mention craft beers like the Blackberry Blonde ale that perfectly balance with bold burger builds.

Flavor Pairing Logic

Pair a hoppy pale ale or fruity Blonde with a spice-forward burger like the Jalapeño build, or a rich stout with savory combos like the Bacon Overload. Reviewers and bloggers emphasize Yaks’s beer lineup as one reason their burger experience feels elevated.

Staff and Social Pairing Tips

Staff often recommend beer pairings at the counter, making the experience approachable even for outsiders. Expect suggestions like porters with garlic burgers, pale ales with citrus-themed combos, and soda pairings with sweet items like lavender-soda floats.