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    Big Hops- Bitters

    4.6 (54 reviews)
    ModerateBeer Bar
    Open 3:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    BIG HOPS- BITTERS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Marcos D.

    Relaxed, and friendly with a great selection of domestic, foreign, and craft beers. The service is friendly, efficient, and attentive.

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    Misty M.

    I'm a big fan of big hops. They have a great selection of beer and good price points. They will have a couple specials to empty the tap. The bartenders are always great. The bathroom is cute and clean. There's pool tables and a food truck out back. I don't recommend the pizza machine inside though.

    Chris W.

    Tasty beers, good tunes. $1.00 full pours 3:00pm-5:00pm.. great atmosphere, good discussions, clean. Nice selection of n/a beers.

    Ted C.

    This was the 2nd Big Hops I've been to and while it's larger than the first there's something kind of lost when the space is 4X bigger. Sure, there's plenty of activities: (pool, video games) but there's something missing when there are that many more tables and more bar space. Had I visited this location first I think I would rate it higher, but the Huebner location had a more cozy, local watering hole type vibe. I liked the depth of beer on taps but it doesn't substitute having everyone in the place singing 'Happy Birthday' to the bartender; still a great, fun place but a little more distant and that makes a big difference when you're sipping beer in a new city.

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    Kenneth R.

    Plenty of choices on tap and the bartender was extremely helpful in choosing a beer. Prices were reasonable and the size of the facility was more than adequate. The pool table in the back was a nice touch. I'd say this is an easy place to stop and have a conversation with friends. No frills but they aren't needed here. They have a busted pizza machine so that takes it down a star. No real food options beyond nuts and popcorn but they do allow you to bring food in.

    Michael H.

    Nice place to stop in for a cold one on a hot day. Nice, but compared to a couple of other watering holes a small selection of beers, but then again larger than most. They offer a growler service which is cool. I've never done that but I noticed a couple of folks brining empties in. It's in a strip near Hobby Lobby on Bitters. Parking is plentiful.

    Draft selection - they rotate them.
    Brent L.

    This place is the bomb.com! Like the other three locations, they are clean, the staff is friendly, VERY knowledgeable and PASSIONATE about their beer selection. Plenty of local and out of state micro brews available here. Don't expect to find any Bud or Miller products. Mike served us today and after I ordered my beer, he said "if you like that one, you might like this one. It's a bit different but..." and then he continued to describe the flavor of the beer and gave me a free sample. I was really impressed by the interaction and the beer knowledge he had. It looks like they have 33 beers on tap and they also have a good selection of canned beers. A lot of their draft beers can't be found in local stores but fear not; you can purchase a growler from them (or bring your own) and bring it back for refills of whatever they have on tap. Support this local business and get here fast - you will thank me for it later! If this location isn't near you, find one of the other three locations.

    Live Oak Heff anyone?
    Mike M.

    This is a very cool place with lots of beers!! First time here and made some friends too. The staff is friendly and great and very knowledgeable. We will make this one of our go to spots. Plenty of parking which I know is a worry as some breweries but don't worry they ha e lots of local brews too and with out the parking hassle since they are located in a huge shopping center. Do your self a favor and drop in by!!!

    Amanda V.

    If you are one that enjoys a good craft beer at a not so crowded place, this should definitely be a place you try out. Its great for small and bigger crowds and most importantly for all walks of life. The staff is always very knowledgeable and super friendly. They have games, good music and TV's there to be able to watch your favorite team on game nights too. Its an awesome place to go just to meet up with a couple friends, lowkey date night, or even take a book or laptop to do some work/journaling while enjoying a tasteful beer of your choice. My favorite thing about Big Hops is the very calming neighborhood bar feel. Super glad this place is still up and running even during the mess of COVID.

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    Good beer selection and the bar staff is always friendly. Music is often good too. TVs for games as well.

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    Awesome selection of craft draft beer that constantly changes and gets new varieties. Friendly, gamer environment and food trucks!

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