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HopCat
25 Ionia Avenue Southwest
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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(616) 451-4677
Hours
- Sunday: 11:00 am - 2:00 am
- Monday: 11:00 am - 2:00 am
- Tuesday: 11:00 am - 2:00 am
- Wednesday: 11:00 am - 2:00 am
- Thursday: 11:00 am - 2:00 am
- Friday: 11:00 am - 2:00 am
- Saturday: 11:00 am - 2:00 am
Cuisine: Bars
4.6 of 5.0 from 135 reviews
price range:Less than $10
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HopCat Reviews
Nice place!!!
by Jimmy K
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.
by Josh A
Great beer selection and yes, the crack fries live up to the hype.
by Kevin TenBrink
Get the crack fries 🍟. Don't even bother sharing . Get a full order for yourself! Best fries ever!!!!!!!
by Kristen J.
Great beer selection, awesome burgers, and knowledge staff.
by Kevin A
Fish tacos on the late night menu are sick! Blackened tilapia. Avocado on the side. Lava sauce, on the side, is lethal.
by Earl B.
Great beer selection. Crack Fries are a must.
by Thomas Duebner
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.
by Danni C
Crack fries are good but the beer selection is even better!
by Danika T
I had no idea they brewed their own beer-
by Samir Nazir
The food and service was fantastic. A must to visit. Great beer also.
by Diane F.
Crack fries & Fire Wings!
by Miguel J
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.
by PureWow
Pretzel nuggz were delicious, the Reuben Kincaid had amazing flavor and the beer selection was perfect. Found 4 new favorites.
by Hillary B
Great food & an excellent craft beer selection!
by Tim
Open til stated close every night. Full menu until midnight. Late night menu until 1:40am; includes crack fries :)
by Earl B.
Awesome craft beer list. Lots of local stuff.
by Earl B.
The Crack Fries are DELICIOUS!
by Nell-O
I was so disappointed. Our waitress was rude and the food took forever and was served cold. Won't be coming back.
by Bryn M
Great beer, fries, and food
by Justin R
Good beer, try the Crack fries.
by Jim W.
Beer and food hospitality
by Carlton J
When you go downtown Grand Rapids, stop and get the crack fries! A craft beer goes well with them!
by Sandy F.
Awesome selection of beers.
by Chris A
Great atmosphere at this location. As usual, good beer and great fries.
by Lisa Voldeck
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.
by the Lala J
Crack fries. Duh.
by John D
Nice slection of beer, local, across the state and from everywhere else. Burgers a good. Beer curse soup.
by Andy K
Crack fries omg I know why they call em crack fries can't put them down or stop eating them
by Devin K
Fries,burgers n there house beers I like the light side of the sun
by Devin K
Great selection of craft beer + amazing crack fries!!
by Katie J.
One word: fries!
by Heather M
The fries 😍😰
by Alexandra V.
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!
by Casey A
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.
by Michelle B
Huuuge beer list. Great atmosphere
by Raymond Bailey
Fries. Period.
by Tim C.
Try the Crack Fries - Best fries I've ever had. (via @Foodspotting)
by Ty M.
Great beer selection. Crack fries rock.
by Amanda Z.
Crack fries
by Holly
Fair share of craft brews as well as some of their own. Their summer beer - Lime Cucumber Ale was incredibly refreshing.
by John J
The crack fries are a must:-)
by Daniel L
Food is decent. Service is absolute shit.
by Brittany L.
I am the pork sandwich that came knocking.
by Doug B
Those crack fries... They live up to the hype.
by Sarah Foley
The Loaded Crack Fries are to die for!!!!
by James M.
I think I love HopCat more than HopCat loves me.
by Alex L.
Mussels are amazing and the beer is too!
by Jeff S
Nacho Burger is my favorite along with a Hop Slam brewski!
by Scotland B
Crack fries for days. So addicting.
by Laura Neiser
Best Burger, Crack Fries 👌 Amazing atmosphere Great Beer !!!! ❤️ this place !!!
by Victoria D
It's rated well and the crowds are testimony. Get there early, but sit at communal tables for best experience.
by Ben S.
Great place. Great atmosphere. Great entertainment
by Stephanie Bishop
Arrogant servers. Great food specials.
by Forrest J.
Crack fries and beer. Only choice to make
by Justin Locke
Awesome beer selection and very good burgers
by Daniel M.
Olive Burgers. Microbrewery. Beer.
by Jeff J
Try a new beer (they have a ton) and you HAVE TO try some food (especially crack fries!)
by Matthew Mandeville
Crack fries!! So good. Service was great when I went too.
by nickie J
Bar Zee burger is delicious. And of course you have to get the crack fries!
by Courtney Jill
The grande Royale is sloppy joe on top of crack fries. It's delicious!
by Chow Down Detroit
Beer obviously. Foods good. Nice little outdoor porch. Took the kids and they loved.
by Jeff D.
The crack fries are amazing.
by Eric Bloomberg
If the weather permits, sit outside. The patio is inviting. Come between 4pm and 6pm for the great burger and beer deal.
by Evan B.
If you like two kinds of meat in your burger, I highly recommend the Munster Burger.
by Andre B.
Got a great set up to relax and watch sports. Bring friends!
by Ann S.
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
by Ashe B.
The chicken quesadilla never disappoints.
by Andre B.
Enjoyed the beer selection, veggie chili and killer mac & cheese (with bacon & basil).
by Ken V
Amazing selection of both draft and bottled beer. Get the crack fries!
by Paul W.
The house American IPA, the "Beer Right Meow" is delicious.
by Tucker W.
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
by Chaz C
Loaded crack fries...
by Chaz C
The crack fries might actually have crack in them but the beer selection is so good it doesn't matter
by Sam O.
Great spot for a delicious burger.
by Forrest J.
Very cool location downtown. Crack fries are delicious, and a great craft and micro beer selection.
by James D.
Beer. It's all about the beer here.
by Benjamin B.
Best brew pub in GR by far, check it out!
by James Roeder
The coconut curry hefeweizen is amazing!! Also, CRACK FRIES.
by Elysejacqueline
Loaded crack fries, 'nuff said. Great service! Would recommend to anyone looking for a great beer pub in Grand Rapids.
by Katrina C.
Jack is a horrible server. Messed up my margarita order and gave pure tequila had to be reminded to give my fries after 30 minutes and we asked for them free, and charged me for the shots. Avoid
by James G.
The chicken tacos & rosemary chicken salad wrap are AMAZING.
by Karen Z.
Eat the 'Crack Fries'
by Brian M
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
by David D
Looking for a festive night out, and a way to stretch your budget? Visit on Tuesday night for 50% off beer!
by Dick T.
Grad time!
by Michael C
Hippie wrap and veggie chili! yum!
by Amanda K.
Great beers and CRACK FRIES!!!!!!
by Kellysue H.
If your a vegetarian try he Hippie Wrap- perfection! Side of crack fries makes healthy and bad for you at the same time:) love it!
by Desiree W.
Get. The. Crack fries.
by Megan T.
Rosemary Chicken Salad Wrap- healthy & delicious, Nom nom nom!!
by Ashlee F
Go to beer school
by Joe Z.
Crack Fries. They are worth the trip alone.
by Cis G.
Fantastic selection of beers from all over the US and the rest of the world.
by Alex G.
Try the Grandwich pulled-pork sandwich. Outrageous!
by Dick T.
Great place to go before or after Griffins games - try the crack fries!
by GrandRapids Griffins
Crack fries! Pretty much true to their name.
by Heather Huffstutler
Try the new Northern Boy American Pale Hopped Wheat. Mmmm.
by Dick T.
1/2 off appetizer for checking in tonight! Thanks hopcat! Meow!
by Jaren N.
Get the fries. Famous citywide.
by Matt D.
Try the upstairs. Good things do happen after midnight.
by Jeffrey B.
Try the bam noir it's delish!
by Bree B.
Food is always good! You must try it!
by Tanya G.
Go for the Sage Against the Machine. You won't see this beer anywhere else.
by Anne K.
Get the crack fries
by Matt M.
Mac n chees ftw!
by Justin N.
the crack fries are good tast like arbys curly fries
by Rick P
Best burgers in town hands down, try their in house beer, delicious!
by Ellis P.
Be careful on the weekend. Its seat yourself so grabbing a table can be a competition.
by David t
Black Cherry Bourbon by Shorts is now on draft!
by Sheena
Get the turkey bruschetta burger. So much flavor. Plus it comes with crack fries. Dont forget to ask for a pickle.
by Ray G
This place is awesome!! Start with the crack fries n cheese!!
by James P.
Notice that the girls from little darlings solicit here too. Support your local economy and ask them to go back to Kalamazoo.
by Tim
Stout beer and Crack Fries...don't know about you, but it's my new death row meal :)
by Carmen S.
Not much of a beer guy but tried the Ichabod last night and it was great. Recommended, especially with Halloween coming up!
by Skyler L.
Don't order the salad to-go from here, and if you do make sure you check it before you leave!
by Eric B.
Best fries I've ever had
by Chao S.
Like raspberry? Try the framboise!
by Andrew R.
Try the crack fries
by Jake G.
come in & i'll serve you!
by allison b.
I shouldn't have to explain this, but you need to get the Crack Fries. And yes, they are called that for a reason. Trust me.
by Shavon
Go here and hang out.
by Matt D
Hopcats own in-house brews are well worth a try! Don't overlook them
by Ken G.
$6 burger and michigan beer weekdays before 6pm
by Jace B.
crack fries and moose drool!
by Todd M.
Try the mac & cheese or the rosemary chicken wrap with your tasty beverage
by Mary K.
Try to get Katy as a server. She's knowledgeable and has a sense of humor.
by Jason M.
Check out the BurgerBeer special - any $4 Michigan beer plus a HUGE burger and crack fries for $6! Best Happy Hour meal deal in town! Mon-Fri 4-6pm
by Kayleigh T.
Love their crack fries and raspberry beer!
by Lynda S.
Mac & Cheese with jalapenos is really good but really powerful. Veggie chili is super good too!
by Ryan H.
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.
by Mikinzie S.
bar zee w/ xtra jalepenos and anything from Shorts brewery. screw cars, MI's big 3, is Shorts, Founders and Dark Horse.
by Jason D.
For Food: Grab the Olive Burger and Cracked Pepper Fries... For Beer: pick one, most are amazing but you'll never know till you try. I personally love a good hefenweiser.
by Stephen H.
Amazing selection of Michigan brewed beer, great old building and decor in the heart of Grand Rapids.
by Greg C.
Try the crack fries; they're sweet, salty, peppery and fried to perfection. The only downside is that it's not just a name - you'll be back to have them again shortly. Guarantee.
by Derek D.
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