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HopCat - Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI

HopCat - Royal Oak

4.2
4.2
49 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
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.

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 49 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
HopCat - Royal Oak offers a vibrant dining experience with "great vibe, service and food." Guests praise the attentive staff, particularly Marielle and Muriel. Ideal for celebrations, it manages big groups well. While there are occasional service delays, the "top notch" beverage choices and enjoyable brunches make it a popular choice.

49 Reviews
  1. Lauren

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    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 6 days ago
    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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  2. Elijah

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    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 6 days ago
    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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  3. Michele

    Detroit

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    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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  4. Mary

    VIP

    Detroit

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    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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  5. Ariel

    VIP

    Detroit

    31 reviews

    3.0

    31 reviews

    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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  6. Bridgette

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    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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  7. James

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    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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  8. Jill

    New York City

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    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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  9. Angela

    Detroit

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    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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  10. Jenee

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    New Years Eve dinner- wasn’t packed. Staff was friendly. Facility was clean and those “Meowgaraitas” went down smooth.
    HopCat - Royal OakResponded on January 2, 2025
    Cheers to the New Year, Jenee! Thanks for the great review.

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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 4.2 stars by 49 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 13 times 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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