Hop Cat in downtown Grand Rapids is a fantastic brewpub to go if you want to have a unique craft beer experience, and we have not even mentioned their famous loaded crack fries which, by their namesake, will have you clamoring for more. With over a hundred craft brews on tap and bottle, even the biggest beer aficionados will be surprised at some of the unheard of beers they offer here. The cuisine and service are fantastic, if you are looking for top notch bar food, this is your place. Hop Cat may have locations in multiple cities, but the Grand Rapids location is the original one, and did we mention that it is a pet-friendly restaurant? The atmosphere and ambiance of this pub are second to none. There really is no wonder why Hop Cat is considered to be one of the top pubs in the nation, in fact, it was voted the number one brewpub in the country by RateBeer.com! If you are a hockey fan, Hop Cat is conveniently located right next door to Van Andel arena, and is a great place to get warmed up before a game, or to stop for the post-game celebration!