HopCat

48 craft beers on tap and a full food menu. Lots of friendly people!

9 / 10
1071
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  • Phone

    (616) 451-4677

  • Website

    hopcat.com/grand-rapids

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    HopCat

  • Type

    Beer Bar

Address

25 Ionia Ave SW (at Weston) Grand Rapids , MI 49503 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Free
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

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Dann

Their crack fries has perfect crispy texture. But it too salty for me that I could not eat up all. Their local beer selection is awesome. This place is usually too crowded and busy.

Chaz Kleinhuizen

One of my favorite spots in GR. Great atmosphere, great beer selection and the food is fantastic. That combination makes it busy during peak times, well worth it

Abdul Hakkim

This Grand Rapids pub was voted “3rd Best Beer Bar in the World” by Beer Advocate, and “Best Brew Pub in the US” by RateBeer. With 48 craft beers on tap and a full food menu. - © 2013 BuzzFeed, Inc

Michelle Pappas

I had the fish and chips.Excellent!The crack fries are delicious, but were just a tad too salty for me.Our server was very knowledgable and I left it up to him what beer to serve me, chose well .

Katherine Druback

Amazing beer selection . Bummed the Crack fries were so salty they burned my mouth since they are so highly rated - but the pretzel nuggets were great and the house beer cheese sauce was really good.

P Ayres

A nice pub location downtown with a good food menu. I was a little underwhelmed by the venue because I have been to the Detroit location, which is stellar!!! An ok selection of beer , but not fabulous.

Ashe B

Chicken salad wrap and Blanche de Bruxelles. We went for a low key 10 year anniversary... The staff def shocked us with a generous surprise on our bill and the food and beer was our fave in town !!!yay

Brian McG

The original HopCat. Brews their own beer on site but also offers a large selection of craft beers with many local selections. Offers 5 ounce pours to create your own flight.

PureWow

The “crack fries ” at this Grand Rapids institution were so popular that they’re now franchised all over the Midwest. So what’s the secret? Beer batter and an assertive, peppery seasoning. Read more

Elizabeth Goetz

The loaded crack fries with vegetarian chili were truly addicting. It was really fun to try different beers from all of the beer state at one place!

Lily

the crack fries are definitely amazing. i tried their chicken tacos , but they were the driest tacos i have ever had. swapped it for some veggie chili which was so much better.

the Lala

Refinished brick walls are just the start of the industrial ambiance, finished off with paintings on the ceiling. These subtle touches make for an extremely unique and intimate bar experience. Read more

Megzy Marks

Food is so good. Had Rosemary Chicken Salad wrap with bacon , grapes , onion ...so fresh. "Crack" fries good but can't eat too many=salty.dessert , ice cream sandwich with two pumpkin cookies .yum

Dave C

Burger and beer for $6 weekdays from 4-6pm are key. The burger is great, the crack fries are addictive, and the MI beer is thirst quenching.

Tucker W

The house American IPA , the "Beer Right Meow" is delicious.

Matt S.

Order the "Spicy BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich " Tender pulled pork shoulder in spicy house-made golden BBQ sauce on a toasted brioche bun with Swiss cheese . Served with a side of house made coleslaw .

Casey Weisz

The crack fries are to die for... A must try and if you don't know what kind of beer your want you can always ask to sample it!

Danielle Prawdzik

They are hoarding the smores and other fall beers until other establishments run out. This makes me very sad. Try the 5th voyage coconut porter - it's bound to put a smile on your face .

Hillary Lewandowski

Pretzel nuggz were delicious, the Reuben Kincaid had amazing flavor and the beer selection was perfect. Found 4 new favorites.

John Leman

Fair share of craft brews as well as some of their own. Their summer beer - Lime Cucumber Ale was incredibly refreshing.

Evan

If the weather permits, sit outside. The patio is inviting. Come between 4pm and 6pm for the great burger and beer deal.

Mary M Motta

This place can really get packed! But if you can find a seat, please order the crack fries . Yes, they're overly-hyped, however, they are very good.

Kirsten Jones

Love love livw. They make great beers and feature tons more. Crack fries are so good! Will be back soon!

Earl Belcher Jr

Fish tacos on the late night menu are sick! Blackened tilapia . Avocado on the side. Lava sauce , on the side, is lethal.

Dick Traveling

Okay, for all of you--but especially if this is your first visit to HopCat: Explore HopCat's own in-house-brewed beers , along with their exemplary tap and bottle list. Do it.

Katy Ciungan

Has awesome food and beer . Try the spicy BBQ pulled pork sandwich or the killer Mac & Cheese the next time you are here. Love them both and has great service

Jeff Day

Beer obviously. Foods good. Nice little outdoor porch . Took the kids and they loved.

Josh Curtiss

You can't beat the happy hour deal . $5 off sandwiches and something like $3.50 wells and local beer list . 3-6pm mon-thur.

Sandy Forester

When you go downtown Grand Rapids, stop and get the crack fries ! A craft beer goes well with them!

Katrina Kuhn

Loaded crack fries , 'nuff said. Great service! Would recommend to anyone looking for a great beer pub in Grand Rapids.

allison bakes

Blues Sunday w/ Jimmie Stagger 7pm-10pm. No cover! & get 25% off your bill from 9pm-close if you work in the bar/restaurant business (proof required).

Earl Belcher Jr

Open til stated close every night. Full menu until midnight. Late night menu until 1:40am; includes crack fries :)

MittenBrew

Great food, great beer . And not only their own beer ...HopCat has a wide variety of drafts and bottles to meet your beer-loving needs.

Matthew Mandeville

Try a new beer (they have a ton) and you HAVE TO try some food (especially crack fries !)

Chow Down Detroit

The grande Royale is sloppy joe on top of crack fries . It's delicious!

David Miller

Use the "Buy One, Feed One" app. You won't regret helping out hungry kids and getting a little something from hop cat as well . #SoGood

avery hung

Wow, awesomeness. The angry bird with crack fries . And get a beer , as it's rated as best brewpub in the US by rate beer .

Devin Lamar

Crack fries omg I know why they call em crack fries can't put them down or stop eating them

Kristen Jeffery

Get the crack fries ???? . Don't even bother sharing . Get a full order for yourself! Best fries ever!!!!!!!

nickie jasi

Crack fries !! So good. Service was great when I went too.

Earl Belcher Jr

Awesome craft beer list . Lots of local stuff.

Will Beckwith

Not just beer , but also have gluten free accommodations, food, and a great atmosphere

Andy Ritter

Nice slection of beer , local, across the state and from everywhere else. Burgers a good. Beer curse soup .

James Downey

Very cool location downtown. Crack fries are delicious, and a great craft and micro beer selection .

Diane Franklin Kellogg

The food and service was fantastic. A must to visit. Great beer also.

Mikinzie Stuart

Like beer ? They have their own mini-brew, as well as from Mich, N/ Amer and around the world. Rated 3rd best beer bar in the world. Awesome service, awesome "crack" fries and awesome beer . Read more

Nick P

Amazing beer selection ! The Bar Zee is a delicious burger....and the Grandwich is pretty good as well ...cheese on anything is delicious!

Ken Caldwell

Enjoyed the beer selection , veggie chili and killer mac & cheese (with bacon & basil ).

Sam Odle

The crack fries might actually have crack in them but the beer selection is so good it doesn't matter

Ben S

It's rated well and the crowds are testimony. Get there early, but sit at communal tables for best experience.

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