Hop Merchants Bottle Shop and Taproom

Went here on a Friday evening. Place was pretty busy. Parking not too hard to find. The tap list available the night I went was okay. Nothing too appealing to try, but their can and bottle selection was pretty good. A good selection of beer varieties to try. I realized afterwards there's a $2 corkage fee for each can, so consider that. The ladies there know how to pour a beer properly. Leave some foam on top. Overall, a good local craft beer shop. Cool vibes, great service that I highly recommend.

Lots of options to choose from on draft and in cans and bottle. Good low key vibe.

Every neighborhood should have a place like Hop Merchants Bottle Shop in it. This is the place to go for craft beer and beers on tap. Looking to grab a four pack of the latest from your favorite craft brewery? This is the place to go. There are rows of fridges filled with cans and bottles of the best beers in the area. (Note: if you're looking for Bud or Coors, look elsewhere. This is small scale craft beer only.) The selection is wide and you're pretty much guaranteed to find something you'll like. And when you go in, step up to the bar and get a draft. There's a very neighborhoody feel here. It's not unusual to find folks chatting with each other and making friends. And, of course, the beers on tap are great. They rotate on a fairly regular basis, so there'll always be something new and interesting to sample. When it comes to craft beer bars in NoHo, this is a must stop.

Quick getaway. Kids were at the hotel so we went n shared some beers. Brought a few cans to go

Love this place. Great fresh beers and a huge selection of canned local brews. There’s outside sitting both in front (you can people watch) and in the back too. The interior has a light and airy decor. Service is friendly and knowledgeable on available beers 🍻

Best bottle shop in NOHO, staff is super friendly. The Hop Merchants always have a great selection of hops, and great suggestions. Check them out if your in the area, or just make the drive well worth it...

Great spot, excellent beer selection, awesome staff, and good vibes. Definitely would come here again next time I'm in town.

First timer have to admit. But was a very nice experience.They are asking for vaccine proff or current negative covid 19 test results, Which I'm totally for! But now let's talk my furst beer tasting here.Tried the Yellow School Bus and was very tasty.Im definitely returning to sample some more of their refreshments!! I loved the service and was very comfy sitting there in a delightfully (funny signs around) place!!! Clean bathrooms a total plus!

Great place! Incredible beer selection, lovely atmosphere. A great conversation bar, low key and cozy.

Great local spot, excellent beer selection, and friendly staff. It might be the unofficial community center of the NOHO arts district neighborhood.

Great selection of fresh, delicious beers, friendly, casual atmosphere, some outdoor seating.

Great beer. Great vibe. They have board games if you wanna spend an afternoon here hanging out!

This place has a super fun vibe. They have tons of beers available for purchase from tons of craft breweries. They also have a great selection of games and on certain nights they have food. The bartender I ordered from was super nice and gave me a great recommendation on what he felt was their best hazy IPA and it was delicious!

Good tap selection and the bartender was very nice. We didn't look at the to-go selection but it seemed to be very good. Relaxed atmosphere.

Love the bar tenders & the people that come through. Great on tap options & very cool cans to go. Awesome selection!!! Great vibes & music

Hop Merchants Bottle Shop & Taproom is a pretty cool spot! My friend and I decided to stop in here for a quick beer on a random Thursday night around 9:30pm and had a great time. While they weren't really serving food, the bartender let us know that we could bring outside food in. So, my friend went and got some takeout from down the street to enjoy with our drinks. If you are a fan of beer, I'd definitely recommend checking this place out. Service was nice and friendly.

Every time I'm in North Hollywood and want a beer, this is the place I go to! The staff is super friendly and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to their product and the beer is always good! I love that you can take beers to go and trying new flights is always fun! In the beginning I was only drinking a couple beers and now I'm drinking beers that would make my ex-husband proud, lol! Definitely worth checking this place out!

Great, laid back vibe! Incredible brews, able to order local foodies & have delivered to you and eat at the bar. We went on TRIVIA WEDNESDAY & had a kick ass time....please go have fun at this bar....really great service too!

Hop is an airy space that would allow you to pick out your bottle, and pay a small amount of cork fee to drink at the bar while watching live sports. As far as the variety of beers, there are multiple fridge full of them. For a non-beer-holic like myself, it would take me approximately 14 and half minutes just to browse through them. I am sure they are all delicious in their own ways, except for the ones that tastes slightly like soy sauce. Freshly made self-serve buttery popcorns available at a small table behind the bar. Wi-Fi accessible for patrons. It is a cute place to sit down and have a conversation with intagram.

Love the options of the wall of canned beer and good selection on tap. This has quickly become a favorite stop for me and my roommates.

Great place with a wide variety of beers on tap and in cans..I also love you can buy the canned beers to drink there for a small fee. Will def be back!

A fun spot to chill and enjoy good beers. Beer selection is top shelf and it doesn't get overly crowded like a typical dive bar. Why 4 stars and not 5? The $2 "corking fee" on the canned/bottled beers. I just don't get it and it stops me from wanting to buy them. But that doesn't stop me from regularly coming by and enjoying a stout. On tap though ;)

I think we all like to think of ourselves as beer experts. Hops Connoisseurs. A doctorate in brews. At the end of the day, most of us don't know shit (except for perhaps "what we like") and aren't too picky with bars regarding the beers they serve. Well, lo and behold, amateurs because there is now a spot for you to amaze your friends, educate yourself on brews, and have a good time while doing it: Hop Merchants Bottle Shop and Taproom. Hop Merchants is a recent addition (at the time of this review) to the ever-evolving nucleus that is the North Hollywood Arts District. Having lived here ten years; I can tell you that is hard to keep up with the constant businesses coming and going. The second you try a new spot: bam! It is ousted. So when I saw Hop Merchants open; I figured it is just ANOTHER business on the roster. Yet, I was intrigued. Located in a strip plaza, Hop Merchants is sort of unassuming and you might expect it to be "just a store" or something of that nature. There isn't an outdoor patio area nor huge facades barking at the douchebags or hipsters that have taken over my neighborhood in the last couple years. This is a positive trait, though, as the 'chill' factor resonates throughout the establishment. So, what IS Hop Merchants? Stepping foot into the business is not at all what one expects. This isn't a store nor is it a bar. It is more akin to a coffee shop meets brewery. The energy is relaxing and 'cool' as you are welcomed by rustic esthetics like cement floors, glossy wood trims, brick walls, and exposed beams. I know, I know: that architecture scheme has been done time and time again. But, Hop Merchants does it without trying too hard. The entire place feels like a coffee shop. In fact, there were patrons on laptops sipping brews that might as well have been in coffee mugs and even older men a la Cheers. Of course, this was mixed in with idiots being loud and living the young life watching sports on the televisions but overall; Hop Merchants is a brewery environment. Hop Merchants offers a rotating list of 16 brews on tap from local breweries we are familiar with in the LA area or the surrounding region. These range from stouts, Belgian, ciders, ales, etc; and come in a choice of 5, 10, or 16-oz glasses. Plus, refrigerated cases grace the walls with a bounty of bottles that can be purchased and drank on site ($1.50 corkage fee) or taken home. They also welcome outside food! Overwhelmed by the brew selection? Hop Merchants offers you samples and answers all questions regarding each brew (and gives great recommendations). Service here is also top-notch. Christian was manning the bar (whom is also a partner in the business) and not only is he handsome (sorry to his wife -- I was totally hitting on him!) but dude knows his beer. He was knowledgeable and professional but also friendly with a smile that will make anyone melt. And those eyes... okay sorry, sorry! Tangent over! I won't get into my brew selections because that is all subjective but I will say that everything is excellent meaning that Hop Merchants really knows how to pick a menu list that goes together but stands alone on individual merits. My only complaint is pricing: this place is a little high on the moolah register. The 5-oz is baby sized and best for teeny sips with your pinky in the air but not teeny on your wallet. Then again: this is not a lame bar serving Budweiser so what can you expect. Ladies: I know you care about details like bathroom cleanliness. Have no fear at Hop Merchants. They offer two gender neutral single-stall bathrooms that are clean, fresh, and decorated like it stepped out of a Pier One store. Approved! Here is the bottom line, folks: Hop Merchants is great. The business is relaxed and trendy but not overly so meaning it is great for a date or just a casual drink by yourself while on your laptop. The staff is kind and experts at their craft brew knowledge and the actual selection is A+. I genuinely already love this spot and I hope it isn't added to the list of Noho Arts District businesses that doesn't make it and yet I also don't want it overly infiltrated with douchebags or hipsters. So, head to Hop Merchants and educate yourself on beer so that you no longer have to pretend to be a PhD.

I love this place. Great people. Great owner. And great beer! It's a fun environment and it feels like the show cheers (minus the drama)

I'm locked in the back parking lot , the gate is not automatic , is that complementary ?

I first stumbled upon Hop Merchants Bottle Shop and Taproom back in 2019, just before the pandemic opened up its ugly flower. At the time, it was pretty new and the only patron I'd walked in on was a dog (likely the owner's) that tried shoving its entire body under my legs while I was investigating a fridge of craft beers as if its intentions were to throw me onto its back like Falcor "The Neverending Story" dragon and provide me with an aerial tour of their menu. That has yet to happen to me again, but it definitely paved the way for a magical first impression Their beer selection is vast, offering suds from breweries near and far. For North Hollywood locals, this hop shop is like a portal to places that gas prices are likely to keep you from visiting for a while (Tarantula Hill and Great Notion Brewing, I'm looking at you) or like going to a Blockbuster Video whose inventory of VHS and DVDs have been replaced with alcohol. The venue allows for indoor and outdoor seating, and while no actual food is served here, you're allowed to bring your own, or you can order from one of the exclusive food trucks that they schedule to come down throughout the week. Service is always friendly and helpful, which makes every trip here something akin to neighborly and since the pandemic, they've also offered mobile ordering for in-store pickups, which is what I've been participating in mostly this past year. Celebrated my 33rd birthday here and look forward to going for 36... if the liver still permits... Anyway, I'm extremely grateful for their local-to-me existence and can't recommend this place enough if you're someone who is looking to expand your craft beer palette. There's an entire community in this little NoHo spot that puts the hug in chug Cheers

Really chill bottle shop and taproom located in the NoHo arts district. This was the perfect place to kill time and watch some Sunday football before our escape room reservation across the street. No one was around in the afternoon, so we situated ourselves at the bar where it was easy to see the TV's. Tap menu was also a TV screen and included about 16 beers with a variety of styles. Lots of local brews so I made a super fine and basic selection with a basic hazy IPA from Mumford (in a 10oz). Clean glasses and brews made for one fresh IPA. They offer 5oz/ tasters here as well as half pours (10oz) and full pints (16oz). Reasonable pricing and cool bartender. He made sure to turn on the Chargers game for us once it started. Thanks man! I didn't browse, but there were a fair amount of fridges housing some bottles; maybe 6 fridges. They also had some shelved away near the bar like some stouts and sours. Bringing your own food in is encouraged since they serve none and I'm sure they are also dog friendly because of that. I always appreciate these local drinking holes and this one is perfect for hanging out!

This is a perfect place to have an Sunday afternoon beer. They have a nice selection of taps and bottled beer. The shop is small but cozy, perfect for catching up with a friend. I had the Enegren Victoria Wolfhausen which sat well on a sunny LA day. Staff is friendly and welcoming. I'm definitely coming back. Maybe on a Monday to join in on their trivia night!

This place is great. Super chill vibes, many beers on tap, and the people behind the bar are great conversationalists. Highly recommend, great beers on tap

Yea, just for craft beer lovers. A rotating list of diverse mostly local beers. Such fun. No food no gimmicks no pretension just good beer.

If I ever leave NoHo, not being able to walk to Hops will be one of my biggest losses. It's the perfect neighborhood beer spot. Great selection in the fridge, and always an interesting lineup on tap. The atmosphere is extremely laid back and neighborly. The staff are all super cool people. They typically always have a game on, so it's a good spot to watch some baseball. They keep it exciting with events and tastings, so there's always something new going on. Can't say enough good things about this place. If you like beer and good vibes, this is where you'll find them.

Love this place. They have the best beers with a great variety. The staff is very nice and the bar is clean. They are the only place I know of that have the kombucha I love!

Great customer service and so many refreshing brews to choose from! Not only do they have an ever expanding selection but they are Awesome!!!

This bar was quite interesting! I went on a Monday night and my friends and I decided to try all the brews available at the time and it was honestly quite great. My favorite was the number 12 and 14 on the list, kind of lost track of the names. The bartender was quite knowledgeable and helped us understand the brews best. Overall a great experience at this bar.

Years later, and this is still my favorite beer bar. The staff know their beers and you are certain to find a new brew that will be among your favorites. They also have a huge case of beers for sale, not on their taps, which is the widest selection of microbrews that I'm aware of, and they'll help you navigate that, too.

Me and a friend randomly walked in here one day last year and were hooked instantly. We love Hop Merchants! Absolutely my favorite drinking spot and I always take a beer to go. Chris, Logan and Adrian are really cool guys and we always feel welcome here. Oh and you can bring your own food. It just doesn't get any better than that. Today I attended their One Year Anniversary party and it was awesome. Drew a large crowd and the food truck out front, Burnt to a Crisp, was excellent. I am very proud to support this establishment!

If you want a place to drink a beer for under $6 and want to bring your snacks or food from outside, this is the place in North Hollywood, CA.

Update: My only "complaint" from my previous review was that the lighting was too bright, which is no longer an issue because they now have more appropriate bar lighting. They also have since acquired a popcorn machine. So everyone who loves stuffing popcorn in your mouth-hole in dim lighting - if the excellent craft beer wasn't already a draw, these new improvements should be. This spot is great.

Huge rotating selection of bottles and cans, so you can find a new favorite every week. Their prices are reasonable for craft beer and the employees are really helpful with making recommendations. They have a great website to order online as well.

Brand new to the NoHo Arts District scene, this spot offers a very pleasant little getaway featuring all "LA beers" on tap with a variety of other craft beers in bottles an cans. no food but they allow you to order food or bring food in which is awesome! The owners are very nice and knowledgeable about their craft; definitely give this place a go! Cheers

It was pretty new when we decided to stop by for a quick drink after having dinner nearby. It's like a mini beer heaven. They have a couple of fridges with all kinds of different beers. I am a citrus beer kind of girl so they had a couple of options to choose from. They do have wine options but I didn't see any "hard" liquor options. We really enjoyed coming here. They have a couple of games that after a beer or two become extra fun. Oh yeah the guys behind the counter were very knowledgeable and friendly. I would definitely come again.

We walked in here yesterday after noticing it's new in the area. It's so cute and they have great beer selection, looks like they rotate the menu monthly. I still needed a gift and they had gift cards which is perfect because my friend is a big beer drinker. I also loved that you can come in and buy bottles to go-genius! Very friendly staff. Will definitely be returning. For those asking there is no food, as it's not a restaurant. But during the weekend in the evening there's a food truck that parks right in front.

This is by far the best bar and bottle Shoppe in the area! Staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Great beer selection including NA drinks and wine too. Really cool outdoor patio as well!

The people were nice and they have an ambassador dog (Ripley) that is super pumped about pretty much everything, until it's time to shut it all down against a barstool. Great selection of draft beer, around 20 taps. And they have a medium-sized but quite varied selection of bottled and canned beer for sale. I wish there were more places like this in Los Angeles.

Terrible customer service. Showed up at 10:35 tonight on St Patricks Day, sign outside says "St Pattys Day Beer and Pretzels 7-11pm" ... Bartender refused to serve us because he did last call at 10:30pm?! Meanwhile the bar is the most crowded I've ever seen. I will never go back. Awful business practice.

A welcome addition to the neighborhood! Hop Merchants has the best selection of local microbrews and they rotate regularly. I've come four times and over half of the 16 taps have been different each time. I haven't seen most of these selections outside of the actual breweries. They have three refrigerators full of beer that you can purchase to take home or drink on the premises with a low "corkage" of $1.50. Their prices are also far lower than most bars in the area. There are also a small selection of wines for the non-beer drinkers. You can bring outside food or have it delivered from the many local restaurants.

Great spot but wildly uncomfortable if you're someone who likes a padded surface under your behind ... it's all small metal seats or hard picnic table benches ... the discomfort lessens after the third beer but the place could really benefit from some padding ... think about to-go if this is important to you ... huge selection of cans and bottles and a tap menu that is balanced between some well crafted hophead, heavy-handed and sweet tooth selections (without a lot in between for those looking for a refreshing lager that tastes like something, or a malty choice that you'd want to repeat) ... IMHO the prices merit a cozier more comfortable spot but if you need a beer fix, this place will fit the bill ...

I needed somewhere I could sit, have a beer, and get some work done. And since I moved up here from the east side, I've been surveying the area to find my new spots. Hop Merchants is officially one of my new spots. Great selection of beers on tap, which is kept up-to-date not only on their video screen, but also on their website, if you're ever curious to know what they're pouring. Pretty solid variety of cans and bottles as well. You can grab anything from the coolers and drink 'em there for a small corkage fee. If you're familiar with Sunset Beer in Echo Park, this is basically the same setup - except with more seating, cleaner bathrooms, and easier parking (they have a hidden lot in the back, details on their site). Oh, and there's a good happy hour, plus reliable free wifi. So many work sessions will be happening here. Staff has been friendly and helpful every time. I'm sure we'll all be friends soon.

The wife and I have been coming here for years. One of the best damn places to get beer in the Los Angeles area. They have a WIDE selection of bottles and cans, the beverages on tap are always great, the atmosphere is laid back, and the staff is super friendly. They have food trucks on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, but they'll let ya bring in your own food anytime.

This place is awesome! I love the vibes the bartenders give and their beer selection is always on point. I like that along with the beers on tap, they have a selection of grab and take home as well.

This is our neighborhood spot! I love the beers on tap, but I LOOVE their cold case bottle/cans selection (there is an additional fee per beer if you choose to drink it there. They will pour it for you in a glass). We come here once a week to see what new options they have. They also have a small wine section if you're feeling fancy b Atmosphere: casual and fun. Great for groups. There are a selection of board games, free popcorn machine and DOG FRIENDLY. THIS PLACE IS ALWAYS EMACULATE....even the bathrooms! FOOD: you can bring your own food! But if you just want a light snack, you can help yourself to complimentary popcorn, or buy a small bag of chips. Parking: I think there is a lot in the back, I always walk here so I'm not positive. Come here, try a flight, eat some popcorn :)

The best selection of beer for the best price in Noho! This place is a beer drinkers dream come true. They have cans to-go, and they allow you to bring in your own food!

Perfect addition to NoHo Arts District! Came here on a Thursday night and really enjoyed myself. They are a bottle shop and tap room, meaning you can purchase any can and drink it inside. They are $1.50 corkage which is very reasonable. I am a big fan of Sunset Beer Co in Echo Park, and this place reminds me of it! Very nice interior, coolers were a bit light on product, but they just opened so I know they will soon be packed. Service was top notch and the bartenders were very friendly, parking was a breeze. Had a solid selection of good craft beer, which will encourage me to come back. They also had TVs all over, showing the Lakers game, which made me happy. Highly recommended! Will be back soon! Thank you

What a great find! The beer is top notch, more on that in a sec. To start - easy street parking and a huge lot in the back. Plenty of TVs for whatever game you're looking for. Not super cramped -lots of seating and standing room. Decor is hip but chill industrial, very inviting. Good tunes when the game audio isn't on. Oh and maybe the best details ever: outlets at most seats and... ladies... Purse hooks!!! All the staff are super friendly and know their stuff. Can tell you about any beer on tap or in the case, or suggest one you'll love. And the beers - 15 drafts plus a nitro, and refreshingly NOT all IPAs, but a good variety of styles. All California-grown, and mostly SoCal at that, so if you're looking for local craft beer experts, this is your place. And if the taps don't satisfy, you can buy any bottle or can from the case - for here or to go! No food, but you can bring in, Postmates, or take advantage of food trucks. Will be back, wish this was closer to my house. In the meantime, sending all my valley friends!

I have come here a couple times now. I'm never disappointed with the selection of small batch brews for sale. A nice selection on tap as well Very chill atmosphere and doggie friendly!

Yes, yes, yes. Great beer selection, great prices, don't neglect the bottle and can selection. Really clean, sleek look. There are TVs so the big game will be on. There is no food served, but they do have food trucks in the parking lot from time to time. Call for the food truck schedule. I will be back!

Blue-collar, bohemian, bottle shop--I'm in! Sick of all the $13 flat Modelos at Tejano's? Come in here! They're playing Warren G right now. How dope is that! Anyhoo--they got reasonable draft prices + the permission to drink take-out in-house and save I didn't think reasonable places like this existed in LA. But ya gotta come to NoHo! You need a reason to get out of Sun Valley anyways, right? I'm in- See ya! Gonna have another hazy ipa. Happy summer you turtle biscuits!

Finally a local bottle shop with beer on tap. Awesome little joint in the heart of NoHo Art District