We stopped by just to grab a beer, but then we found out the wings were only a dollar that day. Of course, we had to try them! We got a beer flight, some fries, and the lemon pepper wings. Honestly, the wings were so good and ended up being the highlight of our visit. Everything went well with the drinks, and we had a really fun time. Next time, I definitely want to try some of the other wing flavors. read more

I'm really impressed by everything about Hop Junction. Our waiter was super chill and very accommodating. Some of the best beers in the area. Also, some of the best burgers and fries too. The food was large and delicious. So well cooked. I came with my wife and brother in law/sister in law and we had a blast. It's our next go to spot in the pocket area. So chill and delicious. read more

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Had a great experience at this neighborhood local spot! The owner T was extremely chill and helpful, and the food was honestly so high quality and absolutely delicious. You can tell the folks here make and cook the food with lots of love and hard work. No cut corners here, along with the delicious cocktails. Definitely coming back with some friends and family next time. If you're looking for a great value and high quality local hole in the wall, COME HERE! I had the sliders which were fire, the short rib quesadilla and the lemon pepper wings, highly recommend! The Pineapple cider on tap was hella good too. And again shout out to the owner T! read more

Amazing food menu and a good full bar in pocket greenhaven. . They have food like tacos, burgers, wings, sandwiches, and salad. I got the Cali burger and i love the prime rib beef burgers patty it was juicy and flavorful. I like the fresh guac on it. Comes with bacon lettuce and tomatoes. . On Tuesday free taco choice of carnitas l, al pastor, or asada with a purchase of adult drink like cocktail or beer. . The beer selection on draft is big. I loved the twin cider pineapple one alot. . Also wing Wednesdays which is a dollar per wing. Lemon pepper one is my favorite. It has the perfect lemon zest. Its not plain, not salty, but had lemon and pepper which is good. . Sliders is created for sharing if you dont want to commit to the whole burger. I really enjoy the ambiance in here which is casual. As well the service here is quick and friendly. Thanks for reading and have a yelptastic day. read more

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My husband and I just stopped here for dinner. It was delicious! I got the "Bees better have my Honey" wheat beer and he had the Boont Amber ale. Cold and tasty. We were both in the mood for a burger and this was the place to be! He had the Cali sounds and I had the classic. I upgraded to onion rings and it was worth every cent - fresh and perfection. He had a salad with blue cheese dressing and it came out fresh with lots of delicious variety. The food was hot, perfectly seasoned, and exactly what I wanted. We will definitely be back. Service was friendly and attentive. Background music was at a great level and the TVs were covering any sporting event, you might like to see. read more

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Hop Junction in Greenhaven has become one of our favorite spots, especially after soccer practice when everyone is ready to relax and eat. My go-to order is the Gobbler with a side salad, and it always hits the spot. The place has that lively neighborhood energy where you can hear people catching up and enjoying themselves, which makes it feel welcoming right away. Wing Wednesday is also a big reason we come back -- but definitely call ahead because they run out early. Trust me on that one. Big shoutout to Athena as well. She makes fantastic drinks and her service is always on point. We were gone for a few months during the soccer break, and the moment we walked back in she remembered us, which honestly made the place feel a little like Cheers. Helpful tip: plan for Wing Wednesday early, and if Athena is working you're in great hands. Final verdict: absolutely worth it. read more

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This popped up on my husband's IG and we just had to check it out! I am so glad we did too. This place is a hidden gem! When we went after work on a Friday, the place was not all that busy. There was a guy at the bar and a group sitting down enjoying beer and bites, then there was us. I did notice that throughout our stay that many people came to get pick up orders and eventually it picked up with families wanting to dine in. I ordered the veggie burger, my husband got a burger and so did my mother in law. We also shared onion rings for the table. I ended up getting a sour from Jack Rabbit. My husband and his mom got beer too! We were so happy with our server. She was really attentive and nice. We looked at the menu and noticed there was several items that we would love to try next time. I do recommend you check this spot out if you are in the Pocket-Greenhaven area! read more

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This cozy neighborhood watering hole serves up authentic dishes that result in a serious level of comfort. I was invited to check Hop Junction out, which is now under new ownership, and I'm glad I did. The small bites happy hour menu offers several different food choices. We couldn't make up our minds and since all items sounded so yummy we tried the following: Sliders- made with deliciously seasoned hand-pressed mini burger patties with a thick slice of sharp cheddar melted on top & served ona homemade mini brioche bun. It was simply mouthwatering. Carne Asada quesadilla - is made with a delicious grille pressed flour tortilla and filled with thinly sliced asada seasoned beef, asadero queso, and drizzled with seasoned Crema on top. Hand-dipped, thick cut, beer battered, onion rings - well the name says it all. They're outstanding. All I can say is don't overthink this...Just get 'em. Wings - fried honey glazed and buffalo. They're super tender and juicy and cooked to perfection. we had two styles, buffalo and honey glazed (sweet and savory). The artisan sangria special was delightfully refreshing and it's served in a mini carafe with fresh seasonal fruit; strawberries, mandarins, & limes. I will definitely return to Hop Junction as both the food and the customer service here is outstanding!! read more

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They've changed ownership and menu?? Came here to watch MNF! The drinks and food were on point! Athena was an amazing hostess/bartender. The margarita and lemon drop were yummy! We had the chicken wings and sliders. Both were good portions and very delicious! The restaurant is pretty casual, clean with a cool, relaxing vibe. Great to have an awesome and friendly neighborhood bar/restaurant in the hood! read more

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In short: Hop Junction is quaint clean locals pub with great service and yummy food! I don't know when I saved Hop Junction on my Yelp account lol but it had been sometime! It popped up last week and reminded me. So I took the boyfriend because he loves beer and burgers and food looked bomb The place didn't disappoint! Food: we tried the short rib grilled cheese which was amazing. It had a super crispy buttery crust on the sourdough bread and delicious filling with tender meat, white cheddar and Gruyère cheese it came with au jus which was kinda sweet and oniony but didn't even need it. The only thing that might make it better would have been some garlic added to the butter on outside crust! We also shared the down south burger which was sooo good! Nice applewood smoked bacon, Swiss, bbq sauce and thick cut freshly made onion rings The only thing I would change were the fries weren't salty or crispy enough for me since they were a little thicker toward a steak fry. But you can also get a side salad so I'd try that next time. Drinks: my man got a beer called algorithmic divergence and really enjoyed it. I ordered a raspberry lemon drop and then second guess myself thinking it would be too sweet but it was great! Not sweet at all ( even the boyfriend liked it) it tasted like lemonade with chambord in it I love raspberry so was cool with that. The bartender also took our order and was nice and down to earth. The place itself had good vibes and seemed like a locals place to chill. We would go back read more

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Great chicken wings, for sure! Come fore the brews, lovely service and atmosphere! Build community and enjoy! Always happy to return!

Fantastic bar food and even more amazing service!! Ask for Athena!! This is a great place with a warm vibe! Run and don't walk to this spot!! Wings are also crispy and awesome!! The sauce is AMAZING and it's HOMEMADE!! read more

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Came in with friends for the first time on a weeknight around 4:30pm. Made it in time to order from the HH menu. This is in the same plaza as 24hr fitness. We were the only ones in the restaurant and service a bit slow but there was Only one waitress who took our orders and also made our drinks. They give you a lot of fries from the Happy hour so definitely shareable but the chicken tenders were extremely dry. My friends ordered the sliders from the HH and said it was good. I Ordered a beer flight. They were out a lot of beers about 10 but I was able to try the following 4 beers. Porter was my favorite. Food was ok. Maybe a good hang out for a quick casual drink & bite with a friend. Beer flight: Brother Telonius Biggest Little Blonde Nose Goblin Mac Nut Porter read more

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My wife and I used to love coming here for the amazing elevated Indian cuisine and fusion menu. They had a full Menu, including craft beers and American pub fare. The offerings were imaginative and flavorful, cooked to perfection. We recently stopped in and discovered it had been sold and the menu re imagined. We found it the food bland and boring and the vibe and atmosphere was less than inviting. We gave it a try but once; Only once. We won't be back. Our hidden pocket treasure is gone. They shoimd have changed the name as well. read more

Recently ordered to go. The buffalo wings were different, the sauce was chunky but it was good surprisingly. We got buffalo wings. The onion rings we ordered to go were very oily. Only ate half of my order and tossed the rest. The coating was coming off. The service was fine just picked up to go. The restaurant design is fine. The French fries were good. Nothing special. read more

Great experience, service was great, people were friendly and we loved the beer and old fashion drinks.

Hop Junction isn't an Indian food place anymore, it's more Gastro pub. The service was excellent, they did separate checks and came to the table a dozen times We were in a party of six or seven and everybody had a good time, we will be back ! read more

Visited this place for a friend's birthday on a weekday. We shared the starters, veggie pakora and samosa, and we all enjoyed it. For the main dish, I ordered the Tandoori Chicken Tikka (also came with rice and salad), which tasted really good. Additionally, if you're into beer, this place has a large selection (I think this is one of the main reasons my friend wanted to come here). Lastly, there was one person waiting on tables; he did a great job serving our table. Overall: If you're looking for delicious Indian food, check this place out! read more

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We arrived late one night to an almost empty restaurant. Although it was within a half hour of closing we were able to order our entrees and a beer. The beer was delivered quickly and tasted great. Out entrees (2 different burgers) were delivered in 'to go' (disposable) containers since the kitchen was closing down. The food inside was very good! As we were leaving, the staff let us know of upcoming specials which sounded wonderful. We will return! read more

First time visiting. The bar was a great community feel that made me feel like family from the moment I walked in the door. The food was amazing. I suggest to try the Lemon Pepper wings. The bartender Athena was so sweet and kind and I lucked up talking with the owner of the bar who was super down to earth! read more

A great place for Indian dishes as well as a burger. The craft beer selection is very good. This was a favorite lunch spot before their house changed. I love that I can get favorite curry dishes and traditional breads near home. The small staff is friendly and helpful. I've never had a long wait for food at lunchtime. It is a comfortable, neighborly place quiet enough to have a conversation with your meal. read more

Wings are amazing, burgers are good just all around great tasting food and I will definitely be back to visit.

Came in to check out the place under new ownership. Amazing experience! Highly recommend for a casual cozy bar experience. The bar is comfy and feels so communal --people were just chatting and drinking and having a great time. The owner is very warm and welcoming! We came in as a party of three on Wing Wednesday and it is such an amazing deal! 80 cents per wing, in batches of five. We got three batches, the plain, sweet and spicy, lemon pepper, and a basket of fries. The food is homemade and tastes amazing. We also ordered one soda. Everything cost us only about $20. We definitely could have ordered more but the amount was just right. Very reasonable! Will definitely be back for more Wingsdays!! read more

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Finally got a chance to try them out. I placed a take out order for their tandoori chicken tikka. This order was kind of on the smaller side so I was still hungry even after finishing my order. It came with 2 slices of naan and a really small salad. Meat was very flavorful and had a very appetizing aroma. Though the meat was a little too dry for my liking. However the menu on Yelp needs to be updated. They got a new cook so they no longer serve curry. read more

Hop Junction - Tandoori Chicken Tikka - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

Great selection of beers and good food. Service was great. I have been here several times and will be back again.

Wings are bomb, it appears they have limited kitchen staff. Sometimes I've waiters more than 15 min for the wings. This is a small owned neighborhood business and I will continue to support them. They have a fair amount of tvs and even play payperviews! read more

Good food. Nice ceiling, Small dining area, lil stuffy inside on the Saturday afternoon we went. Slow service

This is the best burger I have ever had. Quality beef cooked to perfection and so much flavor. Also I think it was the biggest burger I have ever had. Onion rings with the delicious ranch to dip them in just sent me over the edge. Great service! I'm going back on Wednesday when The Onion rings are beer batter and the wings are 80 cents!!! read more

I loved Hop Junction when it was a pub/Indian food place before and been wanting to try them with new ownership so decided to order pick up today. I just got back from a long international trip and jet lag was real. I tried calling in my order at first but the phone just rang and rang with no one picking up but thankfully they're on grubhub so I was able to order pick up. I got their short rib grilled cheese with a side salad and an order of fries. Man they do not skip on portions! The fries and salad were basically for 2 people and the sandwich was stuffed with tender short rib meat. Everything was delicious and hit the spot for jet lag hangover! Will def be back to try other their menu items. read more

Since they're no longer an Indian restaurant, the place has gone downhill. The owner is rude and I will never go back. The chef quit over a year ago and the place has gone from Packed to nobody. Now they close it before 8 o'clock? With the full bar in the pocket? Wow, you have to be bad. read more

Went to dinner with hubby to celebrate some good health news. Was in the mood to try something new as we tend to frequent our same favorite spots. Fried chicken sounded good, so I yelped "fried chicken", and Hop Junction (HJ) came up in my search. Many HJ reviews mentioned their chicken wings... and someone commented on Wing Wednesday where HJ does wings for $0.80 each. Other reviews said the wings were nice and crispy, and that their sweet and spicy wings were great. 80 cent wings definitely piqued my interest, so I made a quick call to HJ to inquire as to if they still do Wing Wednesday (as I noticed they are under new ownership as of August 2024). Phone call confirmed that yes, "Wing Wednesday" is on, and still $0.80 a piece, all day! Told hubby HJ was where we should go, and he was game. Showed up at HJ about 6:10pm. The place wasn't crowded. One table was occupied and the server said we could sit anywhere we liked. Several TVs around the place, showing MLB and NBA games, which was nice, as the NLCS game was on. Sat down, looked at the menu and decided on drinks... "Dun workin'" for hubby, and "Get crooked craft seltzer" (bc it said pineapple, passion, guava, which sounded good) for me. Letty, our server - and the only one working out front - was great! Very friendly, chill, very honest and fun. She said all the wings are good... and surprisingly said the pumpkin spice wings were good too. But also said, if we aren't pumpkin spice fans, then don't get 'em... so we didn't. We started with sweet & spicy wings (can get wings in an order of 5 wings at a time) and an order of fries. When we walked in we saw a sign on the door for pumpkin spice wings, but just couldn't do it - not a big fan of pumpkin spice, and let's be honest, pumpkin spice chicken wings?? Just sounds weird. The wings came out after about 10-15 minutes, along with carrot sticks and ranch dressing. The wings were nice and crispy, not too much batter, and the sauce was sweet but not too spicy. The fries were good, not crispy but more on the softer side... they had good flavor as they were dusted with seasoning... slightly salty, but possibly a tactic to make one more thirsty? When we finished the sweet & spicy wings, hubby ordered more of the sweet & spicy, in addition to lemon pepper wings and buffalo wings. These seemed to come out quicker than our first order, but with the seltzer and sharing the order of fries and wings with the hubs, my belly was already feeling pretty full! Had to at least try one of the buffalo and one of the lemon pepper wings... the buffalo was solid, pretty good flavor - not at all spicy and didn't have the kick that Letty said... perhaps it was just our batch? The lemon pepper was good... almost like a light lemon pepper sauce - I had expected them to be more dry, with a lemon pepper coating in the breading. These were second to the sweet & spicy wings. Letty suggested next time we try the plain wings, which she said are nice and crispy, but not overly battered. Seeing as we only partook in wings tonight, I had to ask Letty's opinion of their prime burgers... she said everything they serve is good - and she is honest... said she wouldn't work at a place where the food isn't good. I read reviews about the short rib grilled cheese which I would like to try... Wing Wednesday is a good deal... Will definitely be back for more wings... and to try the short rib grilled cheese... and a burger... read more

Stopped here with a few friends for beer and small bites to include wings and fries. The owner is extremely friendly, food came out quick and the restaurant is extremely clean! This is a nice little neighborhood place to come to. read more

I got the chance to check this place out now that they're under new ownership and it did not disappoint. It's an intimate space with a full bar. My friends and I ordered burgers, with me getting the turkey burger and they were both delicious and presented well. Would definitely come back for a chill space to drink, eat, and hang out. read more

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first timer. it's a small nice restaurant, i wasn't helped right away so i was kind of awkwardly standing behind customers at the bar until i was noticed. did a pick up order for the short rib grilled cheese. it was good but it was overpowered by the cheese. I liked it but i didn't like it at the same time... the cheese was strong that it takes away from the good flavor of the short rib and that says a lot bc i LOVE me a good cheesy grilled cheese. i personally don't think white cheddar & gruyere paired nicely with the short rib. i ate it without the au jus as well. fries were nice and crisp. i would come back to try other items but i wouldn't get this again. read more

Hop Junction - short rib grilled cheese with fries & au jus - Burgers Near Me - Sacramento, California

A lot is to be said about Hop Junction! From the food, to the service, and to the overall atmosphere, this place hit all the marks and more! Hop Junction is tucked away in a quieter neighborhood so it's nice to visit a pub and restaurant that wasn't deep in downtown. We went during their Sunday Brunch and brought our young kids. They had a great selection of food everyone can enjoy, but limited enough so you're not overthinking your selection. They also have bottomless mimosas with different fruit juice offerings! We tried mango and pomegranate and it was great to have this while watching the start of the NFL season! I had the French Toast, but they use a Japanese style milk bread to make it. These are super fluffy and super soft, almost jiggly! You can get it a la carte or with eggs and your choice meat. Personally, I got the hot link! We were met with a super kind staff that was tentative to our needs and seemed to know the perfect time to come back to refill our drinks! Today, my wife and I had our kids, but we're definitely coming back for date day/night!! read more

This place was not quite my style. Went for food not drinks. Our meat was on the dry side. I do like that it is open late. Maybe a nice spot to drink and chat read more

I have stopped here a few times. The beer/cider selection is very good and the food is amazing. Went with a group of people had the gyro and bbq burger both are good selections. The owner is friendly and makes the atmosphere fun. TVs are on for sports games also read more

My wife and I came in on a Friday date night expecting a pub with Indian fare. It was my mistake not reading a few reviews down where it says the old cook has left, and that they do not have the same menu as before. To say as kindly as I can say, this was some of the most disappointing food I've had in Sacramento. We ordered a chicken tandoori pizza, and a bacon cheeseburger with onion rings and fries. Basically, all of the food was insipid, to associate that pizza as chicken tandoori is actually an insult as there was no spices or seasonings that make it taste Indian, to add insult to injury, the food was severely under seasoned and tasted like they boiled the chicken a few hours prior. They could have added a butter chicken sauce or a chicken tikka masala sauce as the base, but it was bland tomato sauce. The bacon cheeseburger did not fare much better, as it too was extremely under seasoned, with burnt bacon, and an Costco-esque bun. I overheard a conversation between the owner and a regular who asked how the new menu was going, and the owner looked sad and disappointed and said people are looking for comfort food during the winter months.... Can you say chicken tikka poutine? In all honesty, please hire a new cook, and really lean into your concept as you could have a really great Indian American fusion spot with a good selection of beer. You might want to consider renaming your pub as well. By taking the easy way out and creating a haphazard Indian-Mexican-American menu, your restaurant has become lost in the sauce. On a brighter note our waitress was friendly and courteous. read more

Terrible experience. Went there on weds for wings with 5 people total. We understood that it would be busy and were patient. Waited for at least 45 minutes for a cocktail and over 1.5 hours for our wings and still never got served. we notified the server that the table next to us that came in after us had already been served their food. She said our order got sent to another table and that they were preparing our order right away and that our bill would be comped. Waited another 20 minutes and low and behold, they served the table next to us with wings, and no food for us. They served our food to 2 different tables and never got our food. We left, it was ridiculous. read more

Food was ok at best. Dry / overcooked, over seasoned not really worth the wait. Tried to be patient but it took forever our orders to arrive and when it did get served it was served one entree at a time. In total we had to wait about a hour for all of dishes to be served. Unusual in my experience for an eatery. Not a very good experience. Customer service not there. Almost seems like they didn't know how to respond to having people in the restaurant. Not rude, not horrible just not responsive. Friends talked this place up and thought it would be good but probably won't return. Try for yourself and see if the experience is different. read more