Hops and Sessions – American
Hops and Sessions pulses with a vibrant, social energy where the clink of craft beer glasses harmonizes with the irresistible aroma of golden-fried comfort food and zesty global flavors. Guests gather over shared platters of crispy wings, decadent fried mac and cheese, and loaded monster fries that reinvent classic pub cravings with a playful, modern edge. It is a welcoming retreat designed for spirited conversation and savory indulgence, where every salt-dusted pretzel and charred brussels sprout invites you to linger just a little longer.
2339 First Street, Livermore CA 94550 https://hopsandsessions.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, mediterranean, atkins, south-beach, high-fiber, dash-sodium-reduced, anti-inflammatory, gerd, low-cholesterol, renal, alkaline, tlc, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, aip, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its inviting space and professional service, guests frequently highlight the excellent pasta as a standout dish that anchors a consistently high-quality dining experience. Reviewers praise the attentive staff for their regular check-ins and warm hospitality, noting that the welcoming atmosphere makes it an ideal destination for families seeking a memorable meal.
Menu
Shareables
- Crispy Chicken Wings - $15.49: Sweet sriracha, buffalo, BBQ, garlic parmesan, or lemon pepper. Choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mac & Cheese - $13.99: Served with marinara and beer cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussel Sprouts - $11.49: Balsamic reduction, parmesan, bacon. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pretzel - $13.99: Comes with house beer cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini Fries - $13.49: Served with chipotle ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus Platter - $16.49: Assorted grilled vegetables, pita bread. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgogi Tacos - $13.99: Korean BBQ marinated beef, red cabbage, sweet/ spicy sauce, pepper, cilantro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tacos - $14.99: Battered shrimp, chipotle lime salsa, red cabbage, pico de gallo, pickled onion, flour tortilla. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Hand Cut Fries
- Buffalo Chicken Fries - $14.99: Crispy chicken, buffalo sauce, white cheddar, green onion, ranch. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Monster Fries - $12.99: American cheese, caramelized onion, beer spread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Truffle Fries - $11.99: Garlic truffle oil, parmesan cheese, truffle mayo. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Fries - $15.49: Tender steak, sour cream, jalapeños, beer cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgogi Fries - $15.49: Tender marinated Korean BBQ beef, sweet and spicy sauce, green onion, topped with sweet peppers and sesame seeds. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches + More
- Mushroom Bacon Burger - $17.49: White cheddar, portobello mushroom, bacon, truffle mayo. Served with hand cut fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger - $17.99: Crispy onion strings, bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheese, chipotle ranch, BBQ sauce. Served with hand cut fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich - $16.99: Hand breaded chicken, white cheddar, pickles, spicy mayo. Served with hand cut fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $17.49: Gruyere, Hobb’s Pastrami, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, rye bread. Served with hand cut fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Fish Tacos - $16.49: Cod, cabbage, house aioli, pico de gallo, flour tortilla. Served with hand cut fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sessions Burger - $17.49: Gruyere, blue cheese, arugula, caramelized onion, tomato, house aioli. Served with hand cut fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich - $16.99: Hand breaded chicken, bacon pomegranate slaw, house aioli. Served with hand cut fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cali Club - $17.49: Grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, spicy mayo, pretzel bun. Served with hand cut fries. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- OMG BLT - $14.99: Crispy bacon, arugula, tomato, maple honey aioli, Texas toast. Served with hand cut fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hops Burger - $17.49: Double smashed patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, house aioli, on a pretzel bun. Served with hand cut fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Honey Chicken - $16.99: Hand breaded chicken breast, pickle, hot honey, basil aioli, pretzel bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Smashburger - $17.49: Double smashed patties, bacon, white cheddar, pickled jalapeno, jalapeno aioli, mayo, brioche bun. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Steak - $16.99: Thinly sliced beef, grilled onion, mushroom, green peppers, beer cheese spread, french roll. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Grilled Steak Salad - $16.49: Grilled steak, mixed greens, tomato, red onion, croutons, parmesan, red wine vinaigrette. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $13.49: Mixed greens, beets, goat cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries, balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chinese Chicken Salad - $17.49: Grilled chicken, romaine, napa cabbage, red cabbage, almonds, carrots, clementines, cilantro, fried wonton, sesame seeds, sesame vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wedge Salad - $12.99: Baby iceberg, tomato, bacon, blue cheese crumble dressing, balsamic reduction. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Chicken Salad - $16.49: Romaine, grilled chicken, avocado, black beans, corn, red onion, tomato, tortilla strips, cilantro lime dressing. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Menu
- Chicken Tenders + Fries - $9: Kid-sized portion of chicken tenders and fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger + Fries - $9: Kid-sized cheeseburger and fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese + Fries - $9: Kid-sized grilled cheese and fries. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- Fried Ice Cream and Churros - $10.49: Vanilla Ice cream rolled in pecans and oats served with churros stuffed with a sweet cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Cuda Ridge Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 - $14: Wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Wood Family "Muy Bueno" Zinfandel - $14: Wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Darcie Kent "Firepit Red" 2010 - $14: Wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Rickshaw Sauvignon Blanc - $13: Wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Wente Vineyards Riva Ranch Chardonnay - $13: Wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Add-ons
- Substitute Garden Salad - $1.5: Side substitution Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Substitute Tater Tots - $1: Side substitution Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Substitute Garlic Truffle Fries - $2: Side substitution Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Substitute Side Caesar Salad - $3: Side substitution Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Substitute Side Wedge Salad - $3: Side substitution Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Hops and Sessions
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with keto, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options like wedge salads, brussel sprouts, and monster fries.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- Contact Hops and Sessions by visiting their official website at https://hopsandsessions.com/ for additional information and inquiries.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, noting that the restaurant is an ideal destination for families.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Reviewers celebrate the inviting space, professional service, and excellent pasta, noting the attentive staff makes it ideal for families.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Hops and Sessions specializes in American cuisine, featuring craft beer alongside golden-fried comfort foods like wings, burgers, and loaded fries.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the standout pasta, crispy chicken wings, fried mac and cheese, monster fries, and various specialty tacos.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) American restaurant offers a casual, social atmosphere ideal for families, featuring craft beers and shared pub-style platters.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers excellent value, boasting a perfect 5.0/5 rating for its high-quality pasta and professional service.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers praise the inviting atmosphere, professional service, and excellent pasta, resulting in a perfect 5.0/5 rating for this family-friendly destination.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Hops and Sessions is a budget-friendly ($) American restaurant offering an affordable dining experience for guests.
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