Hopulent

What a great first dine-in experience! I was blown away by the staff and service!I met friends here a few days before Christmas, and it was my first time coming here for drinks and food. Right when you enter, you immediately get the cozy vibes. They had a Christmas tree lit, and you could tell the conversations and drinks were flowing. Although it was a bit chilly outside, we opted for outdoor seating. Luckily, they had heaters on on their back porch area, which kept all of us nice and toasty. For our first round of drinks, between the four of us, we ordered three hard ciders and one IPA, plus a bunch of appetizers to share. The pineapple cider was delicious! I had one drink and that's all I really needed. My friends went for a second round and ordered a couple more pineapple ciders and an IPA. The food was delicious! We got the fries, popcorn chicken, chicken potstickers, and the veggie eggrolls. From what I know, the menu rotates based on what's seasonally available, so this is just what was on the menu at the time. Everything came out piping hot and with some yummy sauces! Now what really set this experience apart from other restaurant experiences I've had recently was the service. I believe we may have been served by one of the business owners, Kat, at the time. She was so sweet and helpful when we were making our drink selections, and took the time to get to know each and every customer that came up to the register. And then toward the end of our visit, I came back to place a to-go order to take home to my husband. Because we weren't being mindful of our time, I didn't even realize that they were getting ready to close, and the kitchen was starting to pack up for the night. Graciously, she checked in with the kitchen staff and was able to swing me a chicken sandwich and fries to go. So nice of her! Hopulent is temporarily closed for winter break, and they plan to open back during SF Beer week in February. I am so excited to see what new items they put on their menu, and to just enjoy some time relaxing and hanging out in their cool space when they reopen.

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

Wow what a great place. Located in Vallejo, this brewery is amazing. From the beer selection to the food, it is all well done. Service is very friendly and very knowledgeable. The inside is a little small but the back patio is beautiful. So far my favorite item has been the meatball marinara. One of the best meatballs I've had in my life so far. The chicken sandwich is great, with an amazing crunch outside. The Mac and cheese always hits well and has a bold, cheesy flavor and not a soupy taste. The beer selection, again, is great. Consisting of local breweries, they have a wide selection that is always changing. Will be back for more great times. The food will take a little bit of time, but grab a beer and sit back and relax. It is well worth the wait.

We stayed in Vallejo back in September for our Napa trip and I am just now getting around to leaving all of my reviews.We stopped in here for a couple of beers and food after we arrived in Vallejo because we had an hour or so before we could check into our airbnb. It was nice because it ended up being just a couple of minutes from the airbnb!They had a very nice selection of beers to choose from. We ordered our drinks and food and then sat outside on the patio to get some sun. They had a lot of plants growing in planters all around, so it was pretty despite it only being a multi-level deck. The staff were friendly, the food was good, and the beers even better. A lovely neighborhood spot for some drinks and snacks.

What an amazing find! The local beers on tap and additional local canned beers is impressive. Kat is in front and able to help steer you if you need help deciding. Her brother is in the back creating a diverse selection of mouthwatering dishes with specials throughout the week. We tried the buttermilk chicken sandwich, roast beef sandwich, pesto mac and cheese, Bbq tofu banh mi, popcorn chicken and veggie eggrolls. Everything was delicious and fresh. Be prepared to wait and enjoy your beverage on the back deck or side yard, as everything is prepared to order. The space is clean and the inside/outside decor is casual, unique and fun.

Went on a Thursday night. We've seen this place but finally decided to go. I'm so glad we did! First off the young lady behind the counter was such a personable happy person. You can tell she enjoys her job and her clientele. She helped me pick out my beer from a huge selection. Then came to the food. We like spicy and it wasn't a hard choice. I was mostly there for the beer and my hubby for the food. I'm honestly not a burger nor a Mac n cheese kind of girl. Well, up until the day I ate at Hopulent. We ordered the Hopulent burger which has bacon and jalapeños and the Hopulent Mac and cheese also comes with bacon and jalapeños. We went out to the back patio and it was like a little oasis in our, well you know. Great ambiance with some nice music playing through the speakers. Lovely potted plants everywhere. Then the outdoor lights came on. I didn't dress for the cooler weather so we went inside. A few regulars started talking to us about the beers. It was super nice and chill. Then the food came and wow! Was is amazing! I tried the burger first and I was... this burger is incredible. Then I took a bite of the Mac n cheese. I was left speechless. My brain couldn't decide which one was better. In am honestly we ate there last week. I thought I needed a week to process. And guess what? I still can't decide. I told my husband we'll have to go again and do it all over again so I can make sure. I wish they opened at 10 on Friday's lol. Yes, I would be there. Thank you for a great new place to come in my town. You are definitely a blessing.

Love this local Vallejo spot. Small indoor and larger outdoor patio area to sit and enjoy some beer and food. Haven't ventured too much with the beers but they have a great selection. They have a great food menu too! I usually get a Mac and cheese combo. If you're familiar with Homeroom restaurant in Oakland, Hopulent mac reminds me of theirs, but better (and closer!). Pesto Mac is always consistently good, but you can't go wrong with any of them. Service for food is a bit longer but so worth the wait. Staff is always so welcoming. Check this place out if you're in the area.

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

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 .

Good food, good beer and for me, not a beer drinker I can always find something. I love to sit outside and eat their delicious Mac and cheese- I'm a fan of the pulled pork! There's two meals in an order. And it's delicious!