HopCat, the Michigan-based craft beer-focused concept that's taken the Midwest by storm, plans to open in the Delmar Loop later this year — bringing 80 taps and seating for 345 people, including a large beer garden.Construction on the site, at 6317 Delmar Boulevard, is already underway. The sizable double storefront was previously home to Sole and Blues, twin clothing and footwear concepts that headed to a smaller spot on the west end of the Loop earlier this year.
In a press release this morning, HopCat said it would be investing $2.5 million in the project, including extensive renovations to create a large beer garden in the rear of the space.…