Ohmahgawd I love Arsenal. They make delicious hard cider that is usually over 7% APV. So they really hit all the sweet spots on my taste AND cheapness rating. Not that the drinks are cheap, but you'll probably only order one or two. My favorite is their Santas Little Helper/ Santas Cinnamon Apple which tastes like liquid applesauce (that you can get drunk off of.) I never had a cider from Arsenal that I didn't like, but I wait all year for this cinnamon-y deliciousness.
The ambiance at Arsenal is also great if you're looking for soenyhibg low key. They have an outdoor area that feels like you're chilling at a friends BBQ. A friends BBQ that has like 10 wonderful ciders on tap. They also have live music occasionally.