A new date night favorite for me and hubby with hearty and imaginative flavors - especially the mac and cheese that seems to vary regularly- so what menu that listed on their website may not be current. I'm not a drinker, but hubby loves his cold brew and was pleased to have a chance to sample a couple that caught his eye before he settled on a frosty one he really enjoyed with our meal. I had the portobello burger that was huge and juicy. Hubs had a pulled pork on a sourdough roll. He gave me a taste of his, and I know I'll order that next time! A place like this really highlights the pride of Vallejo business and their passionate customers who added great vibes to our visit. We will definitely be back! read more

Such a cute gem in Vallejo! A nice place to sit, relax and have appetizers and good local beer

The food was great. The beer selection was wonderful. The atmosphere was better than both. We went in before a hike on Mare Island. We talked to the person behind the counter. She talked to us as if she was the owner. She walked us through the beers we might want. She then talked us through the food menu. I would encourage everyone to go here. read more

The Ambiance is very nice . Kat in the front was very helpful. They have a good selection of beers . And they have food . All the succulents are very pretty. I like how it's almost like a house especially the backyard very comfortable and spacious. Cute spot , I recommend this place to anyone who likes good beer . read more

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I remember passing by this place last Summer wondering what is this I see? The business is camouflaged amongst the homes in the area, with its Victorian style home exterior. I could never tell if it was open, then earlier this year I started to see Yelp reviews. It was a sunny day, so I decided to give them a try. They have a large variety of beers, ciders and kombucha (many local). Not being a big beer drinker I asked for a recommendation. The cashier advised I try one of the month's features.- sure. I added the Louie's Shrimp toast to go along side. The shrimp toast was delicious, a mix of bay shrimp, cheese, jalapeño and some other ingredients. The beer was also good. The outside back area is cute and quaint. I also appreciate the many sanitizing dispensers throughout the restaurant & back patio. Not much seating, but if you're fortunate enough to get a seat, the back area is quite a relaxing space to catch up with friends. There are a few seats in front as well. Feels good supporting local businesses when the service and products are both great. Hopulent is a must try. read more

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We ordered a mix of items to try out the menu. The Banh Mi Wannabe was a 6/10, popcorn chicken 8/10, chicken potstickers 7/10, chicken sandwich 7/10, and mac n cheese 7/10. Overall good variety, with the popcorn chicken being our favorite. read more

Kat and her brother are amazing humans and I love driving an hour to get the best Macaroni and Cheese! read more

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If you are looking for good beer, and/OR excellent food you need to run here!! This place is an absolute gem and far exceeds most brew spots typical bar eats. I love love looooove their Mac and cheese...it's the best around in my opinion, a cheese lovers dream! We also love their fried chicken sandwich, it's fresh and delicious. The owner here is super kind and heavily involved in the rotating beers ,and ever changing food menus. She is doing a great job this place is amazing! read more

Hopulent - Fried chicken sandwich and yummy fries - Cafes Near Me - Vallejo, California

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I know there hours aren't posted on here but from their IG page hours are: Wed/Thur: 4-8pm Fri/Sat: 12-8pm Sun: 12-5pm read more

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This is our go-to spot in Hopulent. I don't drink so this is just a review of the food. Their fries are perfect. So perfect that we'll miss them when eventually leave Vallejo. They have our favorite chicken sandwich in Vallejo (which is saying a lot considering Vallejo has a million chicken sandwich places) and the best Banh Mi. They're both super filling and pretty affordable. We eat outside in the back cuz we've got antsy kiddos. It's a chill set up and the staff are super friendly. Honestly, I couldn't ask for more. read more

Happened upon Hopulent on the way back to West Sacramento from Bodega Bay. We walked in and were greeted by Kat. We ordered a Fried Buttermilk Chicken Sandwich with all condiments on the side and the Mac & Cheese (Pesto-tomato/added chicken and extra cheese). My hubby and I bantered while ordering about which spice level we should get as I am all about the hotter the better and the hubs is less so, and Kat cleared everything up for us by offering to put everything on the side and giving us different sauces and plates so we could try each other's meals easily. Although we were perfectly happy to get everything in To-Go containers, she brought out this Heaven on Earth sandwich with the best looking crinkle cut fries I've seen since the 80s. To our surprise, everything tasted even better than it looked. It is apparent that this food is prepared with love and the ingredients used are so fresh and so obviously carefully selected. Hats off to Kat's brother, the chef, as everything was sinfully delicious!!! Also worth mentioning is that we were welcomed by the local folks and a nice mellow pup on the patio. Bonus points for the bathroom which was private and spotless! Look forward to returning! read more

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New spot in town!!! I heard about this place for a couple months now, but didn't see many reviews on it. So I gave it a shot and I'm glad I did! This is a small family owned business who have a kind and positive attitude even during these covid times. I ordered the Hopulent mac and cheese and the pesto chicken mac and cheese. Out of the two the pesto was my favorite because it was gooier with a thinner sauce which coated the noodles better. The freshness of the tomato really helped balance out the cheese and brought the whole dish together. The Hopulent Mac is a basic Mac and cheese nothing too special about it, but had a nice cheesy broiled top. I wish they added a crunchy element to the top which would give it more flare. Portion size was great for the price and can be shared between 2 or 3 people depending how hungry you are. They have an outdoor patio with a handful of small tables with heating lamps for comfort. Hand sanitizer stations are all around the premises and the owners follow cleaning protocols for Covid 19. Beer, cider and kombucha cans are available for purchase as well as some beer on tap ready to be enjoyed. I'll be back to try other things on the menu. Try this place out and support local as much as possible! read more

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The owner and staff are super friendly, they always give the best service. Food comes out hot everytime and tastes amazing. The popcorn chicken is my favorite. read more

We've been coming here for a while and we are NEVER disappointed. The food, service and beer selection is top notch. Sitting outside on a nice day and having a cold beer is incredibly satisfying. The menu changes but the quality is always great. If you get a chance the pulled pork sandwich is great. I can't recommend this gem of a place enough. read more

I've been coming to this local joint for years every now and then and go with different friends with me each time I visit because I want to show them how good it is. The owner Kat is really friendly and provides insight on the options. She runs the spot with her brother, David, who I also met when he brought out my mac and cheese. He was really nice too and chatted with me briefly. The place is like a house converted into a restaurant with the backyard patio as outdoor seating with quirky furniture like a garlic hanging lamp and classroom style chairs. I went with my fiancé on my recent visit and got the veggie Mac and spicy chicken sandwich and dragonfruit cider on tap. Everything was delicious! I've had the veggie Mac, pulled pork Mac, and hopulent Mac (bacon and jalapeño) and all the Mac and cheese flavors are delicious. The spicy chicken sandwich had a nice kick and was honestly the best fried chicken I've ever had. The fries were nice and crispy with a yummy garlic aioli dipping sauce. It is a pretty small spot good for a casual bite. I definitely recommend this local spot and will continue to support! read more

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Great little craft beer spot with nicely curated local and regional craft beers on tap and some cans and bottles. Their menu though is definitely a comfort food must. Delicious homemade Mac and cheese available with numerous options such as pulled pork, bacon, vegetables or just old school lots of cheese baked to perfection. Portion is plentiful. The owners who serve and operate the spot are also very friendly and conversational. The place is an older style house so feels cozy (decor during the holidays was festive) when eating inside, and they have a lovely backyard patio area with tables and chairs. read more

Went here for the first time with an ex-coworker for lunch yesterday. All I can say is WOW!!! The beer menu had a good variety of on tap and canned beers. And the fried chicken sandwich was AMAZING!!! Can't wait to go back and try other dishes. Hidden gem is an understatement when describing Hopulent. read more

Cute little spot. The indoor seating was limited, but nice patio out back with space. The food was surprisingly good and homemade, wasn't reheated frozen food. Beer was beer. Staff was super friendly. Fair prices. read more

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They only have one menu choice a night . Call ahead!! I'll try in a night they will have the meatball

Great place, popcorn chicken is fiiirrrre and so are the home fries... I have a dairy allergy, so I couldn't get the Mac n cheese, but the people I went with did, and they loved it. The vibe is very chill, the staff, specially Kat, are attentive, incredibly nice, and made the experience that much better. 5/5 would recommend. read more

Hopulent - Home fries, pop corn chicken, and Mac - Cafes Near Me - Vallejo, California

Hopulent has an excellent selection of beer, far beyond what you find at most places. They take pride in carrying new and different things, so you're always bound to find something interesting. The Food at Hopulent is fantastic. I love their Hopulent Mac & Cheese - I particularly enjoy the pulled pork version. You really can't go wrong with anything on their Menu, as David the Chef takes pride in serving fresh great tasting food. I highly suggest visiting Hopulent, particularly on a nice day when you can enjoy the outdoor dining area in the back read more

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Service was great and the food was delicious. Their outdoor area is great to hang in!

A peaceful jewel in Vallejo. Great service. Outstanding Mac n cheese and plenty of choices on tap or in cans. They have a great back deck patio and are very dog friendly! read more

Excellent find in Vallejo. Very good selection of beers, including some unique Asian brews. My buddy and I came for the beer but we found that the food is outstanding. The owner, David, also goes outside the regular menu periodically and does a pop up BBQ. We caught that on one of our recent visits and again, the food was outstanding. All the food is not only high end as compared to other brewery fare but it is a great value. Hopulent has a great overall vibe, with a small indoor seating area and a great outdoor patio. The hosts David and his partner Kat are super friendly and welcoming and they make you feel like you are guests hanging out in their backyard. Hopulent is my new go-to in Vallejo, for beer and lunch. Please join me in supporting this great small business. read more

Amazing food and beer. Service is great, Kat is the best. Fav spot in Vallejo!!!!!!!!!! read more

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The food and service was excellent! We had the Bahn mi with chicken, so good! The fries were also perfectly crispy.

We went today and it was FABULOUS! Beginning with the service Kat is amazing explaining the menu and the beer to us, as well as the kombucha and other non-alcoholic items that were available. The patio was a perfect blend of distance yet social. There was not one complaint on any of our food. Everything was perfect. I will definitely be returning. Such a gem read more

This is a great family owned tap room in Vallejo. I haven't tried their food yet but we hope to soon. The vibe was casual and friendly.

Cute little brew pub. They have a quaint backyard/patio. The beer selection is okay, about 8 on tap and quite a few in cans. We had the chicken sliders and the hotlink sandwich. Both were good. Sorry, I forgot which beers we had, but we had 2 because they were good. They have taco Tuesday every other Tuesday. Will come and check it out. Give them a try. Dog friendly too! read more

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Service, food , atmosphere, pricing, patio..... everything was perfect. Took my wife on an impromptu brunch date to this place after searching for best Bahn Mi in Vallejo! Came up with this place. It did not disappoint! Everything was perfect!!! If I could dish out a 10 Star I would.... We will be back again and it'll most likely be frequently! We had the Wannabe Bahn Mi, Popcorn Chicken and Hoplulent Mac n Cheese (to go) ***** Thank you HOPULENT!!! See you again sooon! read more

I've been to Hopulent twice over the past two weeks. It is a very welcoming spot with excellent food and a big selection of beer, in many different varieties on tap and in cans and bottles. The proprietors are conversational, friendly, and had thoughtful recommendations for beers to try. There is a lovely deck out back for dining and having a pint. The deck is festooned with succulents, cafe lights, and ephemera, and is still a friendly and casual environment. There are also heaters outside for when it starts to get chilly, the design of the porch dining area mostly mitigates the Vallejo wind, but if you run cold still plan on a light jacket for a chilly spring evening. Probably most important for me, is that Hopulent feels like a community gathering place. It is really nice to drift in and out of conversation with other patrons, after missing human connection so long. It's a very welcome respite from these isolating times. Sipping and munching food on the deck at Hopulent is reminiscent of hanging out in the backyard of your cool art friend's house, but better. I like sour beer. Hopulent has more sour beer varieties than anywhere else I have been in Vallejo, and they were all very tasty. I tried Jelly Monster, Apricot SourNova, and Cherry Sour (I'm not good with remembering names so I'm not sure of the name of the cherry sour but it was excellent, sweet and sour). The food is wonderful. So far, I've tasted the meatball sub, chicken báhn mi, the pretzel, shrimp toast, and potato skins. It's impossible to pick a favorite. The portions sizes of the sandwiches are filling (they also come with chips), and the appetizers are good for two to share. I am a fool and didn't take photos, I will update the review when I go back. For those who may be hesitant to dine out because of COVID: Hopulent is the cleanest place I have eaten in the entire Bay Area, maybe ever. There are hand sanitizer dispensers everywhere, the bathroom is spotless and all of the fixtures are new. They also clean their pens. It is clear they are thoughtfully exercising every precaution to make the space as clean and safe as possible. Overall, Hopulent is a joyous experience, and I hope it will be so for you as well. read more

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What a local gem! I know it's on Tennessee Street but this place is so charming. There's a lot of outdoor seating. Nice ambiance with plants. I got the Ubae Area beer and it was so good. We also ordered the meatball sub and pesto mac and cheese. The servers are nice. This place reminds me a lot of Portland. Lowkey vibes with good beer and food. read more

Hopulent - Meatball sub and pesto mac and cheese - Cafes Near Me - Vallejo, California

The eats:⁣⁣⁣⁣ Chicken Pesto Mac (my personal fave!!!)⁣, Sloppy Joe Mac⁣ & for the beer:Assess The Situation ⁣ ⁣ Another family owned business in Vallejo! Long story short- it took some time buuuuut Hopulent's doors are finally open to serve you all good food, good beer for a good time! Enjoy it at home (take #vallejo2go) or social distance and wear a mask when not eating or drinking in their back patio! Trust, you'll want to.⁣ ⁣ I had the opportunity of meeting the faces behind Hopulent, David and Kathy. Both who I can honestly say are genuine and humble individuals. They make you feel right at home as soon as you walk in! This brother and sister duo put so much heart into Hopulent and the outcome, so far, is turning out amazing! I for sure cannot wait to see them continue to thrive in Vallejo.⁣ ⁣ Now let's talk food ...and beer--⁣ I'm not a huge fan of mac & cheese, but I have to say, David's recipes have made me a fan! So if you are a fan, I 100% recommend you trying out one of their mac & cheese! Every bite was CHEESY MACARONI GOODNESS! They also serve other eats like pretzels, sliders, sandwiches, shepard's pie. And they also have a From The Garden section which consists of a Veggie Mac and a Veggie Sandwhich. I'm already planning my next trip here. ⁣ ⁣ Their beer menu is amazing, that's all you have to know. You'll want to keep coming back to try every kind. My recommendation for the stout lovers: Nut Punch Peanut Butter! ⁣ ⁣ If you'd like to learn more about the story behind Hopulent, check out their website! ⁣ read more

The best restaurant in v-towne for the famous Mac-n-cheese. The owners Dave and Kat are amazing people. A great place to enjoy a cold beer and comfort food! read more

Today i ordered the Chicken sandwich and The Hopulent Macaroni and cheese for pick up. The Chef threw in some Waffle fries for free. The chicken sandwich was simple and delicious. Chopped chicken Breast, home made tangy slaw between the dutch crunch bread roll with the fries on the side was The Hopulent Macaroni comes with Bacon and Jalapeños. Thick cut bacon added a smoky flavor and the amount of jalapeños was noticeable but not overpowering. I will order both again in my future visits. read more

Hopulent - Hopulent Macaroni with the chicken sandwich. - Cafes Near Me - Vallejo, California

Everything about Hopulent is great. Great beer, delicious food, the Mac n cheese beats out Oakland's Homeroom, hands down. Kat makes great recommendations, she remembers what we've liked and has plenty of suggestions whenever we visit. Nice outdoor space and dog friendly. Hopulent is a gem! read more

Hopulent - Patio area, a pup and a stout - Cafes Near Me - Vallejo, California

Came here with my girlfriend last weekend and we ordered the meatball sliders and the jalapeño with bacon Mac and Cheese. It is by far the best Mac and cheese I've ever had in Vallejo. We even compared there mac and cheese to the infamous "Homeroom" in Oakland, and we thought it had more flavor !! The owner is really nice and friendly! She suggested some really good beers for us. My girlfriend doesn't like hard tasting beers so the owner suggest the "Guava Cider" for a more fruity taste and for myself I love Pilsner, so she suggested the "Reality Czech". The out door atmosphere is really a feel at home and decorations seems like a personal touch. We went drinking the mid afternoon, but I'm sure during the evening will be a beautiful setting with the lights hanging across the deck above the tables. Definitely highly recommend this place if your tired of Mare Island Brewery and Napa Smith. There menus are to try for!! read more

Hopulent - That amazing jalapeño and bacon Mac and cheese! - Cafes Near Me - Vallejo, California

It was a cute, once was a home but turned into brewery place. We parked on the street and walked in the the back of the place. They have space heaters and chairs to stay outside but we came in to see if there was seating in side. There was and we decided to stay inside, since it was cold outside. We got a taster and there is 5 beers included in that one. You pick the kind you want. We got there at 7pm and they close at 8pm so we didn't have time to order food, but the menu had good options for food. They had music playing while we talked and enjoyed our beers. We will be coming back read more

Kat, David, and the Hopulent crew make this spot a Vallejo "must-do!" Kat is super friendly and always remembers exactly what beer style I like and gives great recommendations. David's cooking is epic (the mac'n'cheese puts Oakland's Homeroom to shame) and his Vietnamese nights are the best time to visit! The space is also beautiful and the back patio offers both sun and shade-- and, if you're my dog, plenty of "patio snacks" and pets. read more

Once again my husband and I had the pleasure of coming here Sun for an early dinner. Kat actually recognized us even though it had been about 2 years since we'd been here. I ordered the crispy Chicken sandwich which comes with my favorite Crinkle Cut fries $16. The chicken was cooked purrrfectly. I also got some ranch dressing, unfortunately it's not homemade. My husband enjoyed his Hopulent Mac n Cheese $14. We also ordered a few beers. I got the Funerary Gyre IPA $8, and my husband got the Bean Me Up Porter $8, which were both cold & delicious! We decided to sit at a small table in the outside seating area which was a bit chilly. I went inside to use the restroom and mentioned how cold it was outside, so Kat & David came out and moved one of the heat lamps closer to our table, which was awesome!! It took about 20 mins for the Mac N Cheese, and chicken sandwich to come out, but they were both HOT & FRESH and quite wonderful. Kat came outside several times to check on us. read more