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HopCat gastro pub chain sold to Chicago investment firm
Posted on October 30, 2025 at 01:07:20 PM by rkm

A Chicago-based private investment firm has bought HopCat, a chain of gastro pubs founded in Grand Rapids, with plans for growth and a focus on its value-driven menu and casual vibe...�We are excited to be acquiring HopCat at this pivotal point in time and to partner with Chairman Ned Lidvall, CEO Craig Stage, CFO Andrew Woodruff and their leadership team to carefully grow the HopCat brand while continuing their maniacal focus on great, value-priced food served in a friendly, neighborhood atmosphere,� Dan Kipp, co-founder and CEO of Uncommon Equity, said in a news release...

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I was involved in their bankruptcy and sale/credit bid to Congruent. I know their downsizing helped a bunch so hope transaction works out* - By cp October 30, 2025 at 01:56:36 PM
- Yeah, the expansion kick they were on several years ago was insane. Hopefully they are on a better path now. * - By WestSideBlue October 30, 2025 at 02:25:38 PM
  - They had landlords who were also board members. Not good.* - By cp October 30, 2025 at 03:18:01 PM
They should put one in CLE.* - By BigLake October 30, 2025 at 01:35:23 PM
It's a great time to jump into restaurants. The Golden Age! is upon us* - By gratefultread October 30, 2025 at 01:11:51 PM
I'm sure the menu & ingredients will be vastly improved by PE* - By Egghead October 30, 2025 at 01:11:09 PM

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