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HopCat - Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI

HopCat - Royal Oak

4.3
4.3
50 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout

What 50 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
  • 4.2Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Good for groups

  • Detroit

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
HopCat - Royal Oak offers a warm, family-like atmosphere with "excellent burgers" and "fantastic buffalo chicken dip." Patrons praise the "great space" and "huge beer selection." Service varies, with standout servers like Kim and Iesha enhancing experiences. While some find service slow, the "awesome food" and fun vibe ensure many happy returns.

50 Reviews
  1. Jane

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came for a Valentine's brunch and had a great time. The strawberry basil margarita pitchers are amazing and the new brunch menu slaps! Our waiter Sam was attentive and very kind. We will be back!
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on February 17, 2025
    Thank you so much for the review and 5 stars, Jane. We are so glad to hear that you were able to join us on a special day and also try our new brunch offerings! We will be sure to high five Sammy for you next time he is in! We cannot wait to see you again soon.

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  2. Lauren

    Detroit1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was awful. Rarely saw the Waitress, had to ask for from the hostess and still took 10 minutes. We were there 2 hours
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on February 10, 2025
    Lauren, Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know about your experience, we appreciate all feedback and I can't tell you how much it disappointed me to read this! We would love to speak more with you about your experience, and can be reached at (248)744.2544. Just ask for a Manager. Sincerely, Emmeline Jurek, Assistant General Manager

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  3. Elijah

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was pretty good they strawberry lemonade weak asf tho but would def try again
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on February 10, 2025
    Hello Elijah! I'm glad you had an awesome time (despite the Lemonade)! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, and I really do appreciate your feedback across the all areas, especially our food and beverage. Hope to have you again soon! Sincerely, Emmeline Jurek, Assistant General Manager

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  4. Michele

    Detroit1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good service & food. We will definitely be going back.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on February 3, 2025
    Thank you so much for the review, Michele! So glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and that you will be back soon. Please let us know if there was anything specific worth noting about your experience and how we can earn 5 stars next time around, Cheers!

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  5. Mary VIP

    Detroit8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the wings and cheese curds as appetizers. Great service from Marielle
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on February 2, 2025
    Thank you for the 5-Star Review, Mary! We are so happy to hear that Mariel took good care of you, and we hope to see you soon. Cheers! - Hannah Rowland (AGM)

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  6. Ariel VIP

    Detroit31 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on January 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The waitress was nice. Service was slow. The place was almost empty and everything took forever…the drinks…the food…the check.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on January 28, 2025
    Thank you for your honest and transparent feedback, Ariel. I would love to hear more about your experience and talk through any other shortfalls you may have noted during your time with us. If you had a moment to call me at the store directly, I would be happy to speak with you and make right by your less than ideal visit with us. Kaleb - GM

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  7. Bridgette

    Orlando5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, service and food! They handle big groups well. Highly recommend.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on January 26, 2025
    Thank you so much for such an awesome 5-star review Bridgette! We love big groups, and can't wait to host all of you again soon! Cheers! Emmeline Jurek, Assistant General Manager

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  8. James

    Detroit2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We came here to celebrate our daughter‘s 18th birthday. The service was fantastic. Our server, Muriel, was very attentive and was super awesome with our kids. The food was really delicious and the beverage choices were top notch. Definitely back coming here.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on January 26, 2025
    Hello James! First and foremost, Happy 18th Birthday to your Daughter, and thank you so much for choosing us to help you celebrate such an awesome and memorable event! We think Mariel is pretty great too, and she had a great time with you and your family as well! Thank you again for taking the time to leave us such an amazing review, we look forward to seeing you and your family again soon. Sincerely, Emmeline Jurek, Assistant General Manager

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  9. Jill

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The BBQ chicken salad was way overdressed. The cheese curds were pretty salty. And our waitress straight up disappeared for ~30-40 min, during which time I had to go to the bar twice (to ask for ketchup/mustard and more water). I've had much better experiences here, and they weren't even that busy last night! I had also requested in my OpenTable reservation to be sat at a table with 4 chairs, which they completely ignored by putting us in a booth; we could have asked to move, but we were trying to be amenable patrons. I had also sent a special request in OpenTable messages that they never read/responded to (so I'd recommend just calling instead). Lots of lessons learned tonight ...
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on January 11, 2025
    Thank you so much for the review and transparent feedback, Jill. Without this type of information, we would not be able to learn and grow from our shortfalls. I am terribly sorry to hear that we missed the mark on so many aspects of your dining experience with us. This is not the type of service we strive to provide and hope you are willing to come back and give us another try. Please feel free to reach out to the store directly and ask for me, Kaleb (GM), I would love to speak with you directly and make right by your less than ideal visit with us. I hope to hear from you soon.

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  10. Angela

    Detroit1 review

    3.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Slow getting food and undercooked steak and the waiter didnt even care when I told him.

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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 50 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for HopCat - Royal Oak

430 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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