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Beer Bar, Bar, and American Restaurant$$$$
Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids
The french fries at HopCat is a can't miss
"Great beer selection and yes, the crack fries live up to the hype."(30 Tips)
"Try the buffalo rolls and the killer Mac n chez."(4 Tips)
"The Loaded Crack Fries are to die for!!!!"(4 Tips)
"Awesome service, awesome "crack" fries and awesome beer."(95 Tips)
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If you like two kinds of meat in your burger, I highly recommend the Munster Burger.
JasonSeptember 12, 2015This place gets packed on the weekends. Only the 'late night' item menu is available after 10pm on Fri-Sun.
Courtney JillOctober 17, 2014Bar Zee burger is delicious. And of course you have to get the crack fries!
Grab the table by the corner close to the window, perfect people watching inside and outside!
Desiree WinansOctober 26, 2011If your a vegetarian try he Hippie Wrap- perfection! Side of crack fries makes healthy and bad for you at the same time:) love it!
David BraunFebruary 2, 2013the best selection of brewed beverages around.Mighty tasty food as well! And the most awesome logo ever!
Victoria AndersonMarch 30, 2015Best Burger, Crack Fries 👌 Amazing atmosphere Great Beer !!!! ❤️ this place !!!
live blues music sundays...also industry night 9-close 25% off for our industry family (: the vibe is amazing...
Jeff CampbellJanuary 26, 2013The Crack Fries are excellent! Kyle recommended the Ranch Double IPA and it is tops!
Janae MozugJuly 1, 2013Zombie killer beer was amazing !!!!! Also amazing wings !!!!! Loved this place !!!!!
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. Read more
Amanda ZylstraMay 17, 2012Love this place! Awesome Bloody Marys and great beer selection. Food is good too!
Best chili ever. Who needs meat with veggi chili like this? My first stop when I get into town.
Stephen HusebyJanuary 11, 2010For 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. Read more
Ask for their housee bbq sauce when you order the cow oy burger! (Or any one of them) best sauce ever!
Kevin BuckleyJune 30, 2012Try the Pumpernickel Blt, With Blue Cheese, Black Pepper Mayo, Served With Crack Fries
Christine ShepherdAugust 28, 2013For a casual bite with lots of beer options this is your place. The food is good but the service is a bit lacking. Buffalo rolls app is yummy.
Samantha BlairJuly 4, 2013Make sure to come a little earlier in order to get a seat. You seat yourself...
- Looking for a festive night out, and a way to stretch your budget? Visit on Tuesday night for 50% off beer!
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48 craft beers on tap and a full food menu. Lots of friendly people!
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 4:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 3:00 PM–10:00 PM
(616) 451-4677
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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