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HopCat - Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI

HopCat - Royal Oak

4.3
4.3
39 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
HopCat returned to Royal Oak in 2023 at the corner of Main and 4th Street. The expansive space features multiple sidewalk patios and a massive wrap-around bar. We’re just down the street from the Royal Oak Theatre, Oakland Community College, Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre, and the Royal Oak train station.

HopCat was founded on the principles of bringing local craft beer a bit closer to the communities we love. We’re known for our award-wining Cosmik fries, which are beer battered, sprinkled with our signature cracked black pepper seasoning, and served with a side of warm cheese sauce. From burgers to tacos, our menu offers a range of delicious options.

We live the craft lifestyle - beer, cocktails and even craft food made from scratch. With a dedication to local breweries, sustainability and community engagement, HopCat offers craft beer and great food in a vibrant atmosphere for an inclusive, unforgettable experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Mon–Thu 9:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (248) 744-2544
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We now offer private catering! We make it easy to plan your next event with online ordering. Place your order directly at https://www.ezcater.com/catering/hopcat-royal-oak
  • Private party facilities
    Our private event space is available for bookings! Please email us at HCRO@wearebarfly.com with details on your planned event to find out more, or book directly at https://app.perfectvenue.com/venues/hopcat-royal-oak/hello
  • Neighborhood
    Royal Oak
  • Cross street
    Main Street + W. 4th Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 39 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
HopCat - Royal Oak offers a "beautiful" atmosphere with "great service" and "really good" food. Customers appreciate the friendly, family-like treatment and accommodating staff. While some menu changes and slow service were noted, brunch is highly recommended for its quality food and efficient service. Perfect for a relaxed dining experience!

39 Reviews
  1. Josh

    Cleveland

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a reservation but still had to wait more than 20 minutes for a table. Service was VERY slow the entire time we were there, and the combination made us late for the concert we had tickets for around the corner. Even asked for the bill when we got our food, we didn’t get until after we had finished eating and then had to wait again before getting cashed out.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on November 14, 2024
    Thank you for your honest and transparent feedback, Josh. We are sad to hear that we were unable to meet expectations when it came to your service experience. This is not our standard, nor the type of service we strive to offer. We would very much like the opportunity to make it up to you. If you are willing, please call and ask for the GM directly, I would like to ask a few follow up questions regarding your experience so that we can better improve on the specific noted areas of opportunity. I can be reached at the restaurant anytime. Kaleb - GM

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  2. Brian

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our service was good, however, the new menu is disappointing, they removed items our family liked, Southwest salad, BLT. Also, miss the round pretzel nugs.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on October 31, 2024
    Thanks for the honest and transparent feedback, Brian. We too are sad to see some of these items leave our menu, but are very excited about the new offerings. We hope that you and your family can find something new to enjoy with us. Cheers!

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  3. JanetW

    Grand Rapids

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vinny was a great server and we enjoyed our meal before heading downtown. Vinny also saved the day by chasing us down to give us our forgotten car key fob before we got out of sight, thanks again!
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on October 3, 2024
    Vinny to the rescue! Thanks so much for reaching out to tell us Janet, Vinny is a great dude and we're so glad he made your experience such a memorable one! Can't wait to see you again! Cheers, Emmeline Jurek (Assistant General Manager)

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  4. Larry

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time for Bruch at HopCat. The food was great and the service top notch. We went at 10 am because we had a busy day. It wasn’t crowded so the wait staff was there for us often. Highly recommend
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on September 17, 2024
    Thank you for the 5-Star Review, Larry! We are glad you enjoyed your visit and cannot wait to see you again. - Hannah Rowland (AGM)

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  5. Nicole

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I visit this location often! Sammy is the best!!!
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on August 17, 2024
    Thank you for the 5-Star Review, Nicole! We are so happy to hear you love Sammy just as much as we do. We'll be sure to let him know what a great job he is doing. We are looking forward to your next visit! - Hannah Rowland (RM)

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  6. MeganG

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Cocktails were ok, but not very fresh. We ordered drinks and a shared appetizer platter. The platter was missing a couple items that were listed on the menu, which was brought to our waiters attention but never received. Not a horrible experience, but room for improvement.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on July 31, 2024
    Hello Megan! Thank you so much for taking the time to review your visit with us, feedback from our guests is invaluable to us, and one of the best ways to find out how we can improve! I would love the opportunity to speak more with you about your experience, would you be willing to give me a call here at the store? I can be reached at (248)744.2544, just ask for any Manager. We know we can do better by you! Sincerely, Emmeline Jurek (Assistant General Manager)

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Solid food, good vibes, staff was super nice and accommodating
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on July 16, 2024
    Thank you for the 5-Star review! Thank you for the feedback. We can't wait to have you back! - Hannah Rowland (RM)

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible service and great food/drink options, albeit a tad expensive.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on July 5, 2024
    Thank you so much for your honest feedback and the review. We appreciate it.

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  9. ChrisF

    Kansas City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good and reasonably priced. The service was a little slow, but I think that’s part of the restaurant’s design to have people drink more alcohol.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on May 26, 2024
    Thank you for the review, Chris! We appreciate your honest feedback, and hope to earn 5-stars from you next time. Cheers! - Hannah Rowland (RM)

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  10. BrianM

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Mother’s Day dinner. Great service, the food was really good and a bonus free brownie sundae!
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on May 14, 2024
    Thanks for choosing us for Mother's Day! Cheers

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FAQs

HopCat - Royal Oak offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (248) 744-2544.

HopCat - Royal Oak is rated 4.3 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for HopCat - Royal Oak

430 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Street + W. 4th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Royal Oak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Mon–Thu 9:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (248) 744-2544
  • Catering
    We now offer private catering! We make it easy to plan your next event with online ordering. Place your order directly at https://www.ezcater.com/catering/hopcat-royal-oak
  • Private party facilities
    Our private event space is available for bookings! Please email us at HCRO@wearebarfly.com with details on your planned event to find out more, or book directly at https://app.perfectvenue.com/venues/hopcat-royal-oak/hello
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