The BLT with fried green tomatoes was amazing. You could pass right by this place if you're not careful. Worth the hunt.

We go to Hop's often for lunch at work. Let me just say that it is one of the most delicious places in Gainesville to grab lunch. Please note that the restaurant is open for lunch only (Monday-Friday from 11 AM-3 PM). We always place a to-go order, and our food is always ready at the time that they tell us it will be ready to pick up. Don't judge the book by the cover. The restaurant may be in a weird location, but everything that I have ever tried from the restaurant is beyond delicious, but my favorite items are the All American Burger (pro-tip: sub cheddar for their house-made pimento cheese), The Cuban Sandwich, and The Grilled Cheese with grilled onions and bacon added. So many sandwiches, like the grilled cheese, are made with their house-made "Momo Bread" which is SO yummy. Next time you're looking for lunch in Gainesville, don't hesitate to stop by or grab takeout. These guys are awesome, and I hope that one day they will open a location in a better location so that more people can enjoy the greatness of Hop's! Follow my food page @404foodtour on Instagram for more Atlanta & Orlando recommendations! read more

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The burgers here are going to change your life. I can't wait to try some of the newest offerings!

So impressed. Great freshly made food (bread, sauces, alllll the things!) at a reasonable price. I had the Bahn Mi and it was absolutely delicious. Kids had the grilled cheese on fresh made bread and loved it. The fries were just ok, but other than that everything was excellent. The staff was knowledgeable, kind, and attentive. I will be back!! read more

I had the mushroom Swiss burger and it did not disappoint! The pesto Mayo was a unique but flavorful touch. 10/10 would recommend. Great place for lunch! Location is a little odd but doesn't take away from the amazing food! I'll be back soon. read more

This is one of the best restaurants in Gainesville by far. The food is amazing and Mark, the owner, is a great guy.

Great food ! Worth the trip every time! Food is fresh and well made. Why eat fast food when you can eat good food!

Hop's Kitchen is fantastic! I've been lucky enough to eat there a couple of times so far, when visiting the Atlanta area, and will definitely go back whenever I can. Everything I've ordered (most recently the HOPanero chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries) has been excellent. The menu is not that of your "typical burger joint"--check it out before you go. I bet you'll find it hard to choose as I did. But they're only open for lunch: 11:00-3:00pm. We went about 2:00pm and encountered no line, but I understand it can get quite busy earlier. All in all, great food and excellent service! I look forward to visiting again soon! read more

This place is incredible gastro pub food Everything i have had is prepared at a high level thought process. Personally i crave the crispy chicken sandwich and truffle fries!! You cant go wrong with any of there items. Any bad reviews are just people youll never please, or just dont get it.to bad because HOPS is a one of a kind find! If your not satisfied with a dish take it back and explain it because these guys really care about quality of there creations. Do yourself a solid and head to HOPS! read more

The mushroom Swiss burger was greasy. The cheese on the truffle cheese fries appears to just be melted cheddar and was not a good match. The BLT was too much arugula and the sauce was overpowering. What did I just pay $33, the kids grilled cheese or the 20 minute wait? read more

Hop's Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Gainesville, Georgia

Great place next to the children's museum in Gainesville Georgia. Very clean. Great customer service. Cuban sandwich was excellent made with barbecue instead of roasted pork, which was a great addition. sweet potato fries were hot and very tasty with a nice spice to them. Highly recommend this place and will definitely be back. read more

May be the strangest place I have ever eaten. It would be hard to miss because from the outside it looks nothing like a restaurant. The main dining area looks like a city council meeting room. For entertainment they have an old movie on a big projection screen. I waited too long to eat lunch so I was starving to the point of death (I'm very dramatic). I could not decide on what to eat and told them to surprise me. I do this a lot with different reactions. The chef seemed pumped so I knew I was going to get something good. He gave me the spicy chicken and it did not disappoint. Big piece of fried chicken, green fried tomato, with a spicy sauce. It was awesome. You could tell these guys are foodies who are also very quirky. I will be back! read more

Hop's Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Gainesville, Georgia

Amazing homemade food!! The chicken tenders are addictive.. Handcrafted sauces & sides make it a one of a kind stop. The staff is super friendly & always make you feel at home.. read more

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Happy people making amazing food in a cool lunch hang out spot? Totally outside the box...a roasted beet burger on Momo bread with sweet potato fries, and a perfectly grilled beef patty with green salsa and guacamole, um yes please! We will be back. read more

Hop's Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Gainesville, Georgia

First time visiting. The staff was super friendly. The food was beyond our expectations. We were expecting typical hot sandwiches but these were wonderful. Very flavorful and satisfying lunch. read more

Excellent quality of ingredients! I had the pimento burger which was excellent! Everything was very fresh and prepared to order I will be back to this great find In Gainesville read more

What a gem! We ordered dinner through Hop's kitchen and all I can say is WOW! The meatloaf was just delicious and already sliced, packaged and included heating directions. It also came with 4 sides that were equally delicious and the portion size was well worth the price. Don't EVEN get me started on the carrot cake...TO DIE FOR! I highly recommend Hop's if you're looking for fabulous homemade meals and a great way to support your local businesses! read more

This place rocks! So yummy! Funny little location. But don't be turned away from it! Take the step inside! The Hopanero is AMAZING. Such a great flavor. The Banh Mi is also incredible. Slaw was just ok, but also not my thing. Fries were perfect, and flavorful. Whenever I'm back in Gainesville I will be back! read more

Took over 30 minutes to get a chicken sandwich and fries. This is absurd for a grill place where the menu is ridiculously simple. Fries weren't cooked all the way but the sandwich was good. read more

The food here is great! I got the Pork-etta and fries. Everything here is house made and cooked to order! One of my new favorite lunch spots! read more

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One of our new favorite lunch spots! We love the momo bread that some of their sandwiches are served on. The pastrami special is to die for with their house chips! The executive chef and staff are friendly and always make excellent food! read more

Hop's kitchen is a crazy good, little restaurant. It's located in a strange little spot in the old Warren Featherbone building(now, Lanier Tech and Ink), but that only adds a fun, out-of-the-way, institutional feeling. The atmosphere is cozy but welcoming. The food is unbelievable. It is haute cuisine in a very unassuming venue. I love the fried green tomato BLT and the truffle fries are awesome. Another favorite of mine is the Bahn mi. The service is friendly and unpretentious, but the menu is more like something you'd find in LA or New York. If you are a foodie, you've got to give this place a try! read more

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The food was really bad. Poor quality ingredients reminded me of prepackaged meat slices I ate when I was a kid. The fries were over seasoned and inedible. read more

Love this place!!! The burgers are fantastic!! And I have to say it was the best mushroom burger I ever ate and I only had to use 1 napkin! The fries were hand cut, a little on the salty side but they were very good. This is my first time, and have not tried anything else on the menu. But I will be back. The only downfall is the place is pretty tricky to find. But once you do, it's worth it. read more

Absolutely amazing service to go with some stellar menu items; not the place for those of you looking for diner food or plain Jane cheeseburgers. Love their beet salad side and the pesto aioli that came on my mushroom Swiss burger!!! The beer burger made with the local brew was a must for lunch again just a few days later! The fries are the best too! read more

There's something in the air in Gainesville these days. No, you're not smelling that chicken truck speeding down the road, nor is it the smell of oncoming cancer emanating from the Cargill plant. The aroma you sense, is, dare I say, the smell of a burgeoning culinary scene in The Poultry Capital.One of the newer and perhaps more obscure participants in same is Hops Restaurant, hidden inside the INK complex near 985 and EE Butler. First, the downside, which is limited:Hops is only open for lunch, Mon-Sat. Much of the seating resembles the cafeteria at the middle school of your youth, if you don't eat at a small counter adjacent to the kitchen. This eatery is also a little hard to find, as they could do a better job of signage on the EEButler and Chestnut street sides of the building. However, all one needs to do is park in the large INK parking lot, then walk to the left of the building. Entrance is tucked away in the cut about thirty yards from the parking lot. Now, the upside, which is really good: variety of sandwiches, burgers, and specials. I had a Cuban sandwich. Very unique taste that leaves me thinking the pork was smoked. Perfect Cuban bread, with a unique and savory mustard. I'd say a southern version of an authentic Cuban. Prob best one in town. In looking over the menu, I am sincerely looking forward to and planning several more visits for the very near future. Did I mention they play a good mix of Classic Rock throughout the day? Loud. Which I like. Occasional, impromptu karaoke has been known to break out. The folks here clearly have a different take on traditional lunch counter fare. You could call it "Upscale Lunch Counter" or "Nouveau Snack Bar", but whatever you do, do not sleep on Hops. read more

Had a burger, cuban sandwich, house chips, and fries. The burger was a good size on a small grilled brioche. House chips and hand cut fries were the star of the show, slightly overseasoned. The Cuban was tiny, and had good flavor. Mojo crillo was absent, wrong bread (hoagie bun), and it was made on a panini press instead of a flat grill. 6 oz water cups and cheap catsup packs did not match the food quality. Over $20 for a simple lunch for two is WAY overpriced considering the location and food portions. The chefs name listed outside was amusing in its pomposity. Horrible location and ambiance in the dining area. Way too expensive. Not worth a return visit. read more

Hops is the best sandwich shop in the area. Has unique sandwichs, soups and sides. Won't give a spoiler. You need to go there. Well just one suggestion. Get the porketta sandwich. Trust me lol read more

Had to wait 45 minutes for a sandwich. Unacceptable, wasn't even that busy. When people are on their lunch hour they need to expedite orders not to hold people up. I could have gone to a nice restaurant and been served faster. Will not be going back. read more

I ordered the BLT sandwich and it was the best sandwich ever. Not much on restaurant atmosphere. My husband ordered the BBQ sandwich and it was very good. This restaurant should be checked out if you want good food. Awesome home made chips. read more

Good food on Brenau's east campus area. Really good homemade bread good sandwiches good recipes all around. Not the friendliest of guys working at the counter but they really have good food. read more

Got there at 1:22 on Saturday and they are closed. This was the second Saturday we tried.

Everything I've had there has been spectacular! Sometimes it takes a little longer than other lunch places but they are making everything to order. Great place! read more

This place is absolutely delicious and the staff is super friendly. A great selection of delicious burgers, soups, or sandwiches nestled in Gainesville that is a must stop by for anyone. read more

I have been there 3 or 4 times and every time I go I wonder why it has taken me so long to go back. The last time I went I had the pastrami sandwich and it rocked. A hidden gem in Gainesville. read more

perfect! my burger was HUGE! came up on a hidden gem! Five guys could never! lll i wish i had a picture of my food but i ate too fast. ordered from here twice and both times were great read more

Stopped in for a burger. The meat was so greasy it was nauseating. The grease was literally running out of the burger. The atmosphere was a dirty, run down old lunchroom environment. Not much to recommend this establishment. read more