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HopCat Menu Prices 2026: Full List, Burgers & Best Value

HopCat is Michigan's favorite craft beer bar and scratch kitchen, serving 40+ rotating tap beers alongside a full menu of smash burgers, award-winning Cosmik Fries, hearty sandwiches, and specialty mac and cheese. Founded in 2008 in downtown Grand Rapids, HopCat now operates 13 locations across Michigan and Nebraska.

13 U.S. locations40+ craft beer tapsScratch-made kitchen
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Signature items

Cosmik Fries$6.00
DBL Smash Burger$10.75
Killer Mac & Cheese$10.50
Cheese Ale Soup (Bowl)$7.00
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What to order — at a glance

Cheapest item
Cosmik Fries (side) $3.25
Most popular
OG Cosmik Fries $6.00

HopCat's signature beer-battered fries with cracked black pepper seasoning

Best value combo
Burger & Beer Thursday special $9.00

Single patty burger + fries + draft beer, Thursdays 3–6 PM

Signature burger
Olive Burger $12.25
Combo meals

HopCat combo and meal deals

Burger & Beer Thursday$9.00

  • Single Patty Burger
  • Cosmik Fries
  • Draft Beer

Available Thursdays 3–6 PM only

$15 Pick 'Em$15.00

  • Choice of main
  • Choice of side
  • Choice of beverage

Available Monday–Friday all day

Full menu with prices

HopCat full menu and current prices

Prices reflect reported 2026 menu data from public sources. Prices may vary by location — verify with your local HopCat before ordering.
Appetizers7 itemsBurgers9 itemsSandwiches & Wraps5 itemsFavorites & Mains8 itemsSoups & Salads6 itemsSides5 itemsHopKittens (Kids Menu)4 itemsDesserts2 itemsBeverages2 items
Budget picks

Cheapest items on the HopCat menu

  1. 1Cosmik Fries (side)The smallest portion of HopCat's signature fries$3.25
  2. 2House Salad (side)$3.25
  3. 3Kale Slaw (side)$3.25
  4. 4Killer Mac & Cheese (side)$3.25
  5. 5Beer-Battered Onion Rings (side)$3.25
  6. 6Cheese Ale Soup (Cup)$5.00
  7. 7Five Pepper Beef Chili (Cup)$5.00
  8. 8Roasted Red Pepper Gouda Bisque (Cup)$5.00
  9. 9OG Cosmik Fries$6.00
  10. 10HopKittens Kids MealsAll four kids menu items are $6.00$6.00
What's new

New and limited-time items on the HopCat menu

Special

Burger & Beer Thursday

Single patty burger, Cosmik Fries, and a draft beer for just $9 every Thursday from 3 to 6 PM.

$9.00
Size + price

Soups available in two sizes

HopCat's three soups come in cup and bowl sizes — useful for pairing with a main.

SoupCupBowl
Cheese Ale Soup$5.00$7.00
Five Pepper Beef Chili$5.00$7.00
Roasted Red Pepper Gouda Bisque$5.00$7.00
Price comparison

How HopCat prices compare to competitors

Like-for-like comparison of bar-and-grill staples at HopCat vs. similar craft bar concepts.

CategoryHopCatBuffalo Wild WingsRock Bottom BreweryMiller's Ale House
Cheapest side$3.25~$3.99~$3.99~$3.49
Signature fries/appetizer$6.00~$7.99~$7.99~$7.49
Burger$10.75–$12.25~$11.99~$12.99~$11.49
Chicken sandwich$12.50~$11.99~$12.49~$11.99
Kids meal$6.00~$6.99~$7.99~$6.49
About

About HopCat

HopCat was born in 2008 when founder Mark Sellers opened the original location at 25 Ionia Ave SW in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. The concept was straightforward but ambitious: pair an encyclopedic craft beer list — 40+ rotating taps of local and regional brews — with a scratch-made kitchen worthy of the beer. The name blends "hop," the essential brewing ingredient, with "Cat," a nod to the jazz slang for a cool, knowledgeable enthusiast. From its first days, HopCat set a high bar for hospitality, earning a reputation as one of the best beer bars in the United States.

The menu has always centered on approachable comfort food done right. HopCat's Cosmik Fries — thick-cut beer-battered fries seasoned with cracked black pepper — became an obsession for regulars and a benchmark dish for the region. The kitchen also crafts the Michigan-classic Olive Burger, multiple mac and cheese variations, and an ever-rotating selection of smash burgers. Thursday's Burger & Beer special ($9 for a single patty burger, Cosmik Fries, and a draft beer) has become a local institution. The HopKittens kids menu ensures families can join the fun alongside craft beer lovers.

Today HopCat operates 13 locations across Michigan and Nebraska, anchored by its Grand Rapids flagship. The company operates under its parent organization BarFly Ventures and remains committed to three core values: People First, Craft Quality, and Sustainability. Each location showcases local and regional craft beers on its taps, supporting the broader Great Lakes brewing community. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch, a weekend burger, or an evening of tasting through 40 drafts, HopCat delivers a distinctly Michigan take on the American craft bar.

13U.S. locations
2008founded in Grand Rapids, MI
40+rotating craft beer taps
$$price range

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What are HopCat's most popular menu items?

HopCat's most popular items are the OG Cosmik Fries ($6.00), the Olive Burger ($12.25), and the DBL Smash Burger ($10.75). The Cosmik Fries — thick-cut beer-battered fries with cracked black pepper — are considered the restaurant's signature dish and are frequently cited as the reason customers keep coming back.

What is HopCat's Burger & Beer Thursday deal?

Every Thursday from 3 PM to 6 PM, HopCat offers its Burger & Beer special for $9. The deal includes a single patty smash burger, Cosmik Fries, and a draft beer. It's one of the best value meals at any craft beer bar in Michigan and is very popular with the after-work crowd.

Does HopCat have a kids menu?

Yes. The HopKittens menu features four items all priced at $6.00: Tendies (chicken tenders), a Junior Cheeseburger, Mac & Cheese, and a Cheese Quesadilla. The kids menu makes HopCat family-friendly, though the restaurant also caters to craft beer enthusiasts with 40+ rotating taps.

How many beers does HopCat have on tap?

HopCat serves 40 or more craft beers on rotating draft taps at most locations. The tap list prioritizes local and regional Michigan breweries, though national and international craft beers also appear. The selection changes regularly, and many locations post their current tap list on the HopCat website.

Does HopCat have vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes. Vegetarian options include the OG Cosmik Fries, Pretzel Nuggz, Curd Your Enthusiasm (cheese curds), Killer Mac & Cheese, Quesadilla, Arugula Salad, Southwest Salad, Crunchy Buddha Bowl, Madtown Grilled Cheese, and all three side items. The Before the Butcher Vegan Burger ($13.00) is HopCat's fully plant-based option. The Kale Slaw side is also vegan.

What are HopCat's Cosmik Fries?

Cosmik Fries are HopCat's signature house-cut fries, battered in beer and seasoned with cracked black pepper. They come as a side order ($3.25), as a full appetizer ($6.00), or as Loaded Cosmik Fries ($9.00) topped with bacon, jalapeños, cheese, and additional sauces. They have been called one of the best bar fries in the country and are widely considered a must-order at HopCat.

Where are HopCat locations?

HopCat operates 13 locations primarily in Michigan: Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, Beltline (Grand Rapids), Detroit, East Lansing, Grand Rapids (original location), Holland, Kalamazoo, Livonia, Partridge Creek (Clinton Township), Royal Oak, and Southgate. There is also one location in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Grand Rapids original at 25 Ionia Ave SW is the flagship.

What is the $15 Pick 'Em deal at HopCat?

The $15 Pick 'Em is a build-your-own value meal available Monday through Friday all day. It includes your choice of a main dish, a side, and a beverage — all for a flat $15.00. It's a straightforward lunch or dinner deal for guests who want a complete meal at a predictable price.

Does HopCat have happy hour specials?

Yes. Happy hour at most HopCat locations runs Monday through Thursday from 3 PM to 5:30 PM and again from 9 PM to close. Happy hour typically features discounted appetizers and drink prices. The Burger & Beer Thursday special ($9) runs from 3 PM to 6 PM and overlaps with happy hour, making it the best time for value-conscious visitors. Hours and specials may vary by location.