Hops N Shine

Restaurant · Del Ray

Hops N Shine

Restaurant · Del Ray

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3410 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305

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Hops N Shine is a cozy neighborhood gem in Del Ray, serving up crispy wings, inventive grilled cheese, and an impressive beer selection in a relaxed beer garden atmosphere.  

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3410 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 Get directions

hopsnshine.com
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3410 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 Get directions

+1 703 566 1509
hopsnshine.com
@hopsnshine

$10–20 · Menu

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"This relaxed, family-friendly bar has a nice outdoor beer garden, and is a chill place to order a customized grilled cheese, a giant pretzel, or wings. You gotta laugh at the “my date is not hungry” menu note, which is how you can add extra fries and two chicken tenders to your order." - Rebecca Cooper

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"Hops & Shine, with its backyard tented beer garden in an unassuming Del Ray strip mall, flies under the radar as a solid spot for bar food, ranging from tots to fried pickles. And you can’t go wrong with its crispy wings, brined in beer before frying and available in 13 different rubs and sauces, including some atomic ones (the hottest is called Mad Dog 357). Cauliflower and boneless wings are also available upon request." - Missy Frederick, Tierney Plumb, Travis Mitchell

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"Del Ray beer garden Hops N Shine aims to be a neighborhood hangout, drawing locals to its back patio for events like a Tuesday night “Paint N Sip.” Moonshine appears on the drink list in cocktails and on the rocks. There’s a lengthy draft beer list and frosty drinks like spiked slushees." - Adele Chapin

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"Not interested in the televised Super Bowl halftime show featuring Jennifer Lopez and Shakira? Stop in at Hops N Shine for a wings eating contest during the intermission. The contestant who can finish 18 of the pub’s hottest chicken wings the fastest will win a $75 gift card. Non-participants can enjoy half-off moonshine and sip one of their 52 beers on draft." - Vinciane Ngomsi, Tierney Plumb

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"This Mount Vernon beer hall has a menu of moonshine cocktails and prides itself on accommodating keto fans, with an entire menu dedicated to loaded grilled cheese sandwiches on special bread. There’s a huge selection of New England-styled IPAs and hefeweizens and “Sour Saturdays” featuring 15 sour varieties." - Tierney Plumb

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David Fritz

Google
Good food with a munu that includes a number of grill cheese sandwiches. Watch for special events catering to kids. Last visit Elisa from Frozen made an appearance.

Wayne Dean

Google
Nice cozy neighborhood feel. Daily specials and Happy Hour offerings. Moonshine cocktails are good and strong. Great selection of sandwiches- we loved the steak sandwich and the Beyond Burger. Recommend the fries and tots as sides too.

Heather Shaffer

Google
Service was amazing! Not a huge space, although I didn't go in the back so not sure what the outdoor space looks like. Huge beer and alcohol selection, which is nice. Also a pretty decent size food menu as well. Hot dog was delicious, and my loaded tots were good too. I'm not always a fan of beer cheese, but it was yummy. Would definitely go back and try a grilled cheese.

Anthony Smith

Google
Unassuming storefront that hides a great beer garden. Perfect place to hang out with your family and friends. For its above average for this type of place.

Lauren Griffith

Google
Really good food. We ordered the patty melt and fish tacos. Both tasted great. They show a lot of sporting events on Sunday and there's seating at the bar.

Chaz Tuck

Google
Went for trivia night and had a great time. Bartender was really attentive and efficient. Prices were reasonable and it was a great atmosphere

Debra Goyne

Google
A hidden gem! Great craft beer and everything on the Appetizer Sampler was delicious 😋. And don't overlook the Apple Pie moonshine done to perfection. Staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. We will definitely return!!!

David Massey

Google
I'm doing 3 stars here just for the fact that the area this place is in, that place should have been busier, even for a Monday. Anyway, it wasn't a bad experience other than mediocre food...BUT their collab home restaurant collaborate beers are the best thing going for them. And the bartnder was friendly and, the cook was fantastic at getting my food quick.

Allison N.

Yelp
This is our go-to spot for burgers in the area! We usually order a build-your-own sandwich and add the burger patty. The build-your-own sandwiches are SUPER customizable with different cheeses, meats and toppings, along with different breads (even have some keto options) and sides. We also are big fans of their huge pretzel with beer cheese that's SO delicious! All in all, really consistently good spot and the prices are fair too.

Jessica S.

Yelp
Came for the beer check-ins, but was a little disheartened by the location. We pulled up for a drink and weren't sure if we'd stay as it's suspiciously lodged in a rundown plaza, next to a large 7-11. The inside is narrow and long, but pleasantly cool, and the back has a large patio area with picnic benches and dog bowls. On the way in I noticed a sign with daily activities. There's something happening here every day of the week, and every week there is a theme. Tonight just happened to be "music bingo" and the theme was a popularly requested "kpop". You have no idea how surprised we were with the theme. We sat down like, kpop?! Here?! Sponsored by Greak Lakes brewery even! :D Ordering food was easy with a menu and a QR code menu that almost matched, but ordering drinks? A lot of scrolling. No physical menu. No divisions between beer and long drink and cider. Ugh. The music bingo ended up being ok as in not too loud. I like kpop in general so didnly mind listening to millennial kpop (classics!) So we then proceeded to order an appetizer platter where the fried pickles were surprisingly good. The chicken tenders were a great size (and taste), especially when ordered as a "my date is not hungry" add-on (with fries). The tatchos were excellent and I feel like I'll have to return just to try out the loaded tots and chili tots (because yassss) Overall it seemed like a wholesome, kid- and pet-friendly sit-down restaurant where the whole fam can enjoy delicacies like peach lonkero (Finnish long drink) :D Service was friendly and hospitable.

Anna D.

Yelp
They recently transitioned to new management, and I'm loving it! More events will be coming there soon! So many beers on draft and bottled to choose from plus a full bar. Great place for casual dining and late night food as well! Cozy inside with a nice big patio in the back that can also be covered and heated when it's cold. I love me some chicken tenders and these were on point - crispy but juicy inside and not dry. I was curious to try the banh mi sausage dog. Normally, Asian fusion food tends not to go well but it was actually pretty good. The spices and aioli sauce were very balanced. I asked the bartender to surprise me with a drink. I wanted to try something new. She did a great job with a ginger beer, tequila and grapefruit cocktail! They have comedy, trivia, barks and brews animal rescue nights, and music bingo and karaoke nights will be there soon! I'm excited! If anyone knows me, I run an extremely large karaoke group, and we are always looking for new places. The place is clean, intimate, not too bright, and such a friendly neighborhood bar. I'm looking forward to going back for all of these new events!

Ron R.

Yelp
I literally just sat here and watched a food order sit at pickup station for 5 minutes until customer finally just got up and picked it up themselves after verifying with the cook that it was their order. That should never happen. Running a restaurant is not rocket science.

Becca H.

Yelp
Went here the other day with a friend. Neither of us had been before. They have a wide selection of beers on tap so points for that. The beer was warm though. Seemed like they were having an issue with their cooling system. The woman who served us was very friendly, personable and engaging. She deserves 5 stars. It seemed frantic though. The servers were running from the bar to the outside and then serving indoors as well. Just came across unmanaged. We sat out back since it was a warmer day. It smelled like gasoline or propane so we had to move a few times. I think the space could be improved to make it more inviting and comfortable. Many people had their dogs so that's a plus. The parking lot is small, shared with other businesses and is at a crappy and very busy intersection. Warm beer + gas smell + atmosphere = we won't be bad. There are better spots in the del ray area for outdoor beer drinking.

Cori W.

Yelp
Went here for the first time with a couple of friends. They had been before and recommended it. I enjoyed the laid back atmosphere and friendly wait staff. It has a friendly neighborhood feel to it that I really appreciated. Great beer selection though I am not much of beer drinker these days. I always gravitated towards stouts and Belgian brews. They had some delectable sounding stouts that made me sad wheat is my nemesis now. Even so, there were some respectable though limited wine choices though I ended up with a lovely gin and cranberry seltzer type drink. If I had Uber-ed there I would definitely have had a moonshine cocktail. I'll save that for next time. Good food selection and definitely plenty of non wheat options. One of my friends swears by the three cheese grilled cheese and tots. It looked amazing especially if you eat wheat and dairy. Other friend got jalapeño poppers which looked good and I got sweet fries. They spent a bit too much time in the oven as they came out a little burnt on the edges, but they were still pretty good. It was trivia night and though we didn't officially play, I think as a team we did alright. Solid place and I hope to return to again.

Brigette K.

Yelp
Not sad to say this place has fallen and not worth it. No one recognizes you when you come in since they are too busy on their phone to pay attention. Then the bartender goes, what are you staying or what? We were standing there very obviously waiting for you to take our order. We asked about the back and the bartender goes NOPE! And doesn't even look at us. We left without ordering and won't be back.

Ajay M.

Yelp
Nestled between a laundry mat and a 7-11, Hops N Shine is a little unassuming from the outside. But what it lacks from first impression, it makes up for once you walk in. Family friendly, live music, great food, and plenty of drinks (cocktails, moonshine, beer, and wine). Live music on Saturday is great. The food is fantastic (recommend burger melt). Can't go wrong with the drinks. The clientele was chill and servers were friendly. Overall worth a visit, and if all else fails hit them up to go!

Thomas A.

Yelp
Reason for the low score was service, food, and environment . Our server was definitely drunk, he was spilling beer everywhere and it was dripping when he handed it to me. I watched as he continued to spill every beer he served and was confused at what table ordered what. He was even "nice" enough to shake his hand off right next to me splattering me with beer. I mentioned it to the manager aka bartender but didn't seem to care. Food was ok. Jalapeño poppers weren't spicy at all. My wife and I sat outside and they never bothered to come back and give us water. There was live music with a guitarist which would have been nice except parents with kids come to have adult time while their kids run around on the outdoor patio. Not the environment I want to drink in. Outdoor patio is also less than inviting. Will not be returning.

Chandler D.

Yelp
Great place to come and hangout! We came with a happy hour group and were able to hangout on the back patio with a fire pit. They have a small space inside but have a nice dog friendly patio space in the back. The food and drinks were delicious, but felt bad for the staff as they seemed swamped due to a large reservation on the back patio. Overall would definitely come back here as it's got some great food and drinks!

Matt A.

Yelp
Need to give this a 5 now that I have been here more and more recently ordered delivery. I think they have one of the better, if not best, wings in the Alexandria/Arlington area. If I am ever craving wings this will be my go to place. Plus, all of their sandwiches/melts are great as well.

Mark O.

Yelp
My team and I went to Hops N Shine recently for a Happy Hour. We sat in the back of the venue. They have cornhole and a couple of other games outside. Their staff did a great job recommending beer and food to my group. I tried this Strawberry Cider. I lie to not it was the best Cider I've ever had. Aside from the beer options, they have a very diverse grilled cheese menu that paired well with the beer & ciders. My group staffed there for about 2.5 hours. My group tried the pretzel and the tatters with beer cheese. The beer cheese was fantastic. I wish I had pictures but it was finish so fast. I highly recommend this spot.

Sabih R.

Yelp
Are you a beer connoisseur? Do you enjoy high-tier bar food? This is your spot. Grilled cheeses come on amazing sourdough bread with plenty arrangements to choose from. Plenty of wing flavors. Hot dogs, chili, and a community event almost every day such as open mic comedy, live music, trivia, etc. Great management with true knowledge of beer profiles and just general good regular patrons that always color the place friendly. This is legitimately my favorite neighborhood bar.

Aivy H.

Yelp
@hopsnshine I've never had moonshine cocktails before so this was a real treat! We also had some great food to pair with them as well: Walt cheesey grilled cheese: Absolutely DELISH, takes me back to the maguc kingdom with a perfect pairing to their tomato soup Banh Mi hot dog: loved the sweet and tangy combo Tots: perfectly crispy and great portion Wings: Yummy, great classic w/lots of fun flavours Moonshine margarita: Spicy nut not overwhelming, I think it's my new favourite marg to be honest Shine Mule: Yummy, light and refreshing We also got surprised with a dessert cocktail: it was like a white Russian with moonshine and soooo good Overall I'd say 10/10, will also definitely come back here. I'd come back for the drinks alone, but the grilled cheese was awesome and everything went together like a comfort meal. Add this to your list! -IG @SpicyAivy

Nona B.

Yelp
Cute spot with a great outdoor area. Even with the heat, they have umbrellas and fans outside that made it doable. Lots of interesting menu choices, specifically with the grilled cheeses. My boyfriend doesn't eat meat so he liked have multiple options. He ordered The OG and I ordered the loaded tots with shaved ribeye. The shaved ribeye ended being just Steak'em which was a bit disappointing but other than that, the food was delicious and plentiful. He lives the crispness on the outside of his grilled cheese and the fries were crisp. Will definitely visit again and try more grilled cheese sandwiches.

Michelle H.

Yelp
Called to check if their hot dog has any dairy and the lady "couldn't hear me" and told me to order online. I would but my son has a severe dairy allergy and I wanted to check if the hot dog had dairy. She really did not give a shit and wouldn't go check on the bun. Great customer service - I'm really not sure how some of these places stay in business or employ these ppl who could not give a crap about anyone esp a child having a reaction. She could not even be bothered to go check a label.

AJ S.

Yelp
Our second time coming here and today is the soft opening Roll Bar at Hops N Shine! Check out the menu for that! The mule is kick ass good as well as the Sake. Hood N Shine is an amazing place and I cannot speak enough about how excited I get when we came here. The grilled cheese is oh my goodness good! The entire menu is good! Couple it with the craft beers they have mine was a blonde. If you are visiting Arlington or just haven't made it here I highly recommend you go. There is a lot of things that go on such as paint and sip (craft beer) and more. Go check it out you'll love it as much as I do!

Michaele M.

Yelp
Very chill vibe and interesting moonshine combos. Sunrise on Del Ray cocktail- I was almost 3 sheets to the wind before trying this, sooo I Think it was pretty good. Please don't ask me for flavor details...I'm still tipsy. Grilled cheese - wasn't completely melted when it was served, so Sent it back to be grilled further. Took a lot longer than expected seeing as how the place was practically empty but, nevertheless, was returned melted. I may be petty but I took off a star b/c, I felt sorta neglected after I paid but I hadn't finished my dining. The bartender/waitress, while nice when serving me, seemed to kinda ignore me once the bill was paid and was gabbing away with a bar patron.

Charles W.

Yelp
Love this place. Someone outside suggested adding shaved ribeye to the portobello sandwich and I've now had it the last three times I've gone. I like the beverage selection, love the ease of ordering and paying via phone, we often stop in while there are events like classic rock bingo or trivia going on. This is just a really good casual spot to hang out, eat some cheese forward grill food, and drink good beverages. With regard to online ordering from the table, this isn't something I'd think I'd like as much as I do, but it really is convenient and makes it easy for splitting checks too.

Spencer J.

Yelp
Love everything about here including service, food and overall environment of the company.

Brad M.

Yelp
I love this place. Great beer selection. Solid service, though it does get a bit crowded at times. The food is great but take it slow... it is very heavy. Strongly recommend for a relaxing beer in the afternoon.

Lily S.

Yelp
What a delightful treat after a 3.5 hour dentist appointment that included at least one crown. I ordered a grilled cheese and tater tots and the avocado salad. The tots were awesome, the salad was a zesty refreshing side. The grilled cheese was solid but down a star because it could have used at least two more slices of cheese. Sounds like the menu has a great drink selection, so I'm looking forward to going in person once this COVID bull crap is over.

Magdalena S.

Yelp
Took a long walk with the husband and dog this weekend when our afternoon plans got canceled leaving a lot of free time. I'd previously heard of this place but we'd never been before and decided to stop by for some beers and a snack since we were in the area. I loved it! Looks so unassuming from the street but has everything I'd expect from a beer garden. We snacked on some tachos which were good. Not blow you away amazing but exactly what I was craving in terms of pub food. Honestly they get bonus points for even having an on-site kitchen given that so many local beer gardens and breweries lack that. Prices were good, hope to stop by during one of their events and see this place at capacity. I bet it's a lot of fun!

Kevin L.

Yelp
4.5 stars. Best and of of the few places to get flavored moonshine in the area. Been here several times and always have a good experience. Moonshines have great balance of flavor and alcohol content. And they much cheaper than cocktails at other places. Staff is extremely nice, and they have a nice patio outside. Def a hidden gem imo.

Vicki K.

Yelp
Stopped in this place for a beer recently and it was great. They have an extensive beer list and on Saturdays they have live music. Staff is attentive and friendly. It's a weird location for a bar but don't let it deter you. The food looked really good, so I'm excited to go back and try it.

Pegah Y.

Yelp
Yumm!! Got take-out from here recently and absolutely loved it! The food is delicious, tasty, and oh-so-fresh! I'm not dining inside restaurant during the pandemic, but I certainly love doing take-out and really appreciated the curbside option. Their menu is extensive and they offer over a dozen different types of grilled cheese sandwich options alone! Their sandwich options are also super inventive. We ordered the following: -Mac N Doritos (Deep-fried Mac N Cheese patty, Doritos butter spread, muenster cheese, with a Doritos outer crust) -- Wowzers! This... was... amazing. Super unhealthy, undoubtedly, but still a generous and delicious serving of yummy goodness! This was a unique explosion of flavors! -Steak N Cheese (Shaved ribeye, sautéed onions, green peppers, red peppers, American cheese, and mayonnaise) -Tater Tots (these came as sides with both of the sandwiches) For those who are more health-conscious than I clearly am right now, they also offer a Keto diet with no-carb and low-carb options! Definitely check that out. So so so good! This was an amazing meal and I will certainly visit Hops N Shine in Del Rey in Alexandria, VA again in the future for more of that dorito melted cheese goodness!

Alan W.

Yelp
Hops N Shine is listed in Yelp as a sports bar. I'm thinking some thing similar to a Yard House. We get there and find that it's a very small place in a strip center. Hesitant to go in. We went in and found a small bar with televisions tuned into sporting events. I found on their menu that they had a lot of vegan choices. My wife and I stayed to watch USC lose miserably to Utah in the Pac 12 championships. However, while the Trojans were getting beat, we were enjoying very good vegan bar food. The service was impeccable. The bar seemed like a local gathering spot. I felt very much at home there. They had a huge variety of draft beers. Although not on the menu, I requested a flight to try the various beers and they happily obliged. I'm happy we made the choice to visit Hops N Shine. I'm even happier that we didn't turn around and go somewhere else. at the end of the night while USC lost the game, we won and found a new place to visit, when in the area. I encourage all to go to hops and shine if you want great service and great bar food.

Stephanie M.

Yelp
I was already coming here on a regular basis because they have a great tap/can list but recently ate lunch here and will be back to try the rest of the menu! I had the burger melt (minus the veggies it comes with) - which was a really thick patty that still had a healthy amount of gooey cheese surrounding it to give it a grilled cheese vibe. My partner had the pepperoni and cheese one, he said it reminded him of pizza - especially when eating with the tomato soup. Soup was thick and flavorful. That being said, the best bite was still the bacon and cheese tots. Bacon and tots were both crispy and the ranch is so good!

Robert C.

Yelp
I always enjoy stopping in for a quick beer or two and an appetizer. They make most everything from scratch on site which makes it more special. I'm not sure how many beers are on tap but they rotate with a bunch of local craft breweries and there's a large selection of liquors. The bar tenders and wait staff are friendly and attentive. The place is a bit small and parking frankly sucks, but when the weather is nice there's a great patio out back. Don't all rush in at the same time or there won't be a seat for me!

Judson W.

Yelp
When looking at the storefront of Hops N Shine, you would have no idea that there's a beer garden oasis tucked away behind the building. Located in the middle of a small strip mall off a busy road, the beer restaurant appears cramped and uncomfortable from the outside. But waltz through the narrow bar and you'll be treated to a spacious back patio complete with numerous picnic tables (some covered), a comfortable fire pit, and a few games like Jenga and cornhole. Beer aficionados will love this place, as the beer list is long and varied. You can order beers on draft from as far away as Maine (Lunch IPA) and as close as Ashburn. Hops N Shine also brews some of their own beers in-house but unfortunately were out of their IPA on my recent visit. The servers are knowledgeable about their beers on offer and can give recommendations based on taste and even value. While the food here is more pub grub style, you can't go wrong with any of their stellar grilled cheese sandwiches. I'd highly recommend the Holy Cheesus sandwich that comes complete with a crunchy outer crust of cheddar cheese. That combined with perfectly crispy tator tots is a delectable treat.

Joe P.

Yelp
Been awhile since I did a review but had to say this. The wings although tasty. Had the Chimichurri flavor, the actual wings were taken from some anerexic chicken. Ooof. Cmon on man. We all want to support local businesses but how can you with that. Literally found out what skin and bones mean. Good vibes and hate downing on peeps but you can find some thicker chickens.

Josh B.

Yelp
In the entire northern Virginia area, I've yet to visit an establishment as welcoming as Hops n Shine. Their wings are incredibly brined and juicy, their extensive grilled cheese selection is second to none, their beer / alcohol selection guarantees something for everyone and the staff is very hardworking / friendly. It's actually unfortunate that this place is so amazing because I want to explore more of this area but I really have no need to now. Highly recommend! Ps: 6 TVs and sports are always going on! If you have ever been to a Buffalo Wild Wings, this place is exponentially better.

Rachel K.

Yelp
I've seen Hops N Shine all over Facebook lately and decided to try it out for lunch and I'm SO GLAD I DID. This place is no frills, but the back patio is ADORABLE. As soon as I was out there, I was sad I wasn't there for a few drinks with girlfriends. The grilled cheeses were SO YUMMY and I loved all the customizations you could do. And who can go wrong with tator tots? Service was excellent too! Will definitely be back.

Jasmine H.

Yelp
Visited Del Ray for the first time and tried out Hops N Shine. The staff was super friendly and even hyped me up a bit for this picture (attached), which was much appreciated despite my bashfulness. We split the chicken tenders and fries and sipped on drinks (mine was Taste the Rainbow, and it was so sweet and yummy!). And can we talk about this mural wall? Y'all definitely have got to check it out soon!

Chloe P.

Yelp
Ordered this on Uber eats one evening. I got a simple grilled cheese that was just alright, the cheese wasn't completely melted. But my boyfriend loved the wings and cheesesteak meals he got !

Buddha N.

Yelp
So if your looking for a cozy cool fun neighborhood bar with a huge array of beers and hard liquor options ... Hops N Shine is the place to go to. Nestled in between a laundry mat and a 7-11 you will find Hops N Shine. I came here after work to meet up with one of my friends and we were not disappointed. You walk in and your greeted immediately by a long bar and tables and bench to the right .. cant wait when its warmer out to check it out when they have their front garage door wall open or to check out the patio in the back. On tap you will find an array of beers some local some far away and some of your common brews that you find anywhere else, behind the bar is a wall full of hard alcohol and a small kitchen where your food is made. So a little bit about the food ... you can build your own grilled cheese or have one of the premade grilled cheese which I did and did not regret. They also have a bunch of burgers, hot dogs, some appz, and some amazing tots.... oh and their homemade chili that has Guinness and red wine in it and is amazing . So the grilled cheese that I ordered was the holy cheesus which contained all the cheese on the menu and than on the outside of the grilled cheese it was wrapped in another cheese and grilled until crispy. It was so delicious ohh and it comes with a side, either fries, tots, chili, or soup. ... of course I went for the chili, it was amazing with a nice little bite. So if you're looking for a cool neighborhood place to come hang out with friends and grab a few drinks and good eats stop by Hops N shine.

Taj M.

Yelp
This place is a diamond in the rough. We spotted it when I went to the VW dealership. Really hard to find. Next to a 7-11. This was an impromptu lunch. The outdoor seating is pretty awesome. It's in the back and very quiet for the area. Lots of beer selections and AMAZING moonshine drinks. The shine-a-Rita and the herbalicous grilled cheese was freakin awesome! (Only request that the cheese was a little more melted) We will be back! Umbrellas are on the picnic tables in the back. So shade from sun is there. If you are a hipster or trying to gentrify this place. This is a must see!

Ciara F.

Yelp
My friends and I got dinner here tonight and we were blown out of this world. Service was patient and ensured our order was accurate. Patty melts were phenomenal and the tater tots were perfect. Will be back!

Jess T.

Yelp
I was looking for somewhere that had outdoor seating during Covid with heaters, and this place fit the bill. It's not apparent from the entrance but there's a large back patio with picnic tables and outdoor heaters that is dog-friendly. The patio was littered with garbage- it looked like maybe there was a party the night before but it wasn't cleaned up. I really didn't like the food- deep fried and not fresh. There's lots of great beers on tap, but they don't do flights, which was disappointing. The heaters weren't turned on for the first 10 minutes but even after they were on the wind made them totally ineffective. I don't think I'll be back- I really didn't like the food, which is unfortunate because the space itself and the beer selection weren't bad.

Jenny H.

Yelp
We came here for restaurant week- $35 for 2 and it comes with one appetizer, two entrees and one dessert. Hops N Shine is located in a plaza with free parking which is nice. When you walk in, the bar is on one side and then they have plenty of seating on the other side as well as lots of picnic tables in their outdoor patio! Our waiter Amir was very helpful and service was fast and friendly. We got the crab tots which were covered in tasty cheese, the pulled pork sandwich, the carb grilled cheese and the s'mores sandwich for dessert. They're really heavy and definitely not healthy but they're delicious! My favorite was the dessert- definitely try the s'mores grilled cheese- filled with mascarpone cheese, chocolate and marshmallow. Both sandwiches were very good too and you can't go wrong with either. Everything is very reasonably priced and you could get a sandwich for around $10. I wish they had some non alcoholic drinks but other than that everything was perfect. By the way, they are pretty kid friendly here! Lots of high chairs and they have a super cute fun area in the outdoor patio with pebbles that kids can play with with dump trucks and other construction vehicles. Would recommend! A great place to bring the family or meet up with friends for drinks and tasty food.

Chenée T.

Yelp
Great new venue in Alexandria that has an extensive beer and cocktail list as well as plenty of grilled cheese options to select from. The appetizers and wings have an extensive selection of flavors to choose from as well. In short, there are just a ton of options at this spot that are sure to please everyone. Inside has limited seating but there is also outdoor seating which is nice on a warm sunny day. All the waitstaff are attentive and very helpful with drink suggestions. Parking is sort of limited and shares spots with businesses next door, so something to keep in mind depending on the time of day you go to Hops N Shine. Check this place out!

Ben G.

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Terrible experiences lately. Tonight service was really bad. Blonde server could NOT stop flirting with her co-worker and the entire place could not get served because the staff wants to bone. We sat outside for almost 30mins waiting for our second round. When confronted about it, they had completely forgot. Also, beer selection has gone down hill and this place is now selling toilet paper to survive.

Alexia R.

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Staff is super friendly and accommodating. When there was an issue with my order, they offered me a fountain soda while I waited for my food. It took less than ten minutes and they checked on me with updates. I ordered the burger melt with bacon cheese fries and it hit the spot. If I could give them 6 stars... I would

Charles M.

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Now is a great time to write all those reviews we've been ignoring! I hope my yelp family is well. I was at Hops n shine on Feb 8. It was a amazing to have a late night spot with live music and great food. We ordered the wings which were excellent, the tatter tots, and chicken fingers. Everything was delicious and it came out really quick. I really enjoyed this spot and I will be back.

Pat G.

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We came here for lunch the other day and ordered the egg roll platter (one of each - steak and cheese, bulgogi, and chicken parm) along with the Holy Cheezus and Burger grilled cheese. As sides with our entrees we got both the regular tots and loaded tots (totchos). All the egg rolls were delicious, but I thought the seasoning on the bulgogi egg roll was particularly good. Holy Cheezus is a must if you want the most decadent grilled cheese option -- the crisped cheese on the outside is amazing. The Burger was forgettable. Decently cooked but they should season the beef patty better, it's just too bland. Tots were delicious and loaded is a decidedly better option. Love the beer cheese they use for these.

Thomas D.

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Service is nonexistent. Food was cold. Literally 6 patrons inside and had to flag someone down to get drinks every single time. The female "bartender" barely said 5 words to us the entire time we were there.

Carolyn K.

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We came there last Thursday and while the food came in time and was tasty, the waitress didn't seem interested and was irritated it we asked for additional items, like salt etc.

Thalia G.

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If I feel the mood to go to a casual bar, I come here. I love their food, their keto options are so unique and helpful for my keto peeps, and their large selection of beers keeps me coming back. Price is right, the ambiance is the best part, and when it's not cold out, you can have your pup in the back area. Love coming here, and I even came out to their anniversary party, which was pretty awesome. Definitely a must-try!

Audrey S.

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After passing by this place I was excited about trying it based on the positive reviews. I can't honestly review anything other than the lack of customer service. When I walked in it was pass lunchtime 2:30ish) and the only people there were employees. One girl seated on the back, possibly on break, and two other employees in the back and not one person acknowledged my presence. After checking out the menu for a few minutes and not one acknowledgement from anyone, I headed out the door and to my car. I guess they don't need my money.