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Best of MSU: Hopcat

March 28, 2019
The inside of HopCat restaurant is pictured on March 25, 2019, in East Lansing.
The inside of HopCat restaurant is pictured on March 25, 2019, in East Lansing.

Best cocktails

Best known for its cosmik fries — formerly called crack fries — the East Lansing Hopcat balances a substantial drink selection with a varied menu. 

Hopcat serves 100 draft beers and regularly switches up its drink menu, giving patrons the chance to try local brews and imported finds.

Customers are encouraged to experiment with samples to find their new favorites.

Hopcat's signature "Cat Tails" play off of classic cocktails, but add a twist including "Skip the Mimosa,” "HopCat Dalmatian" and "Woot! Russian."

300 Grove St., East Lansing

517-816-4300

hopcat.com/east-lansing

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