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Hops is a bar and grill that brews their own beer in-house (you can see the setup in the middle of the restaurant). Lots of styles to choose from: pales to reds to porters, and a seasonal or two. I find it to be pretty darn tasty, too. You can even grab a growler to go (same goes for their house-made root beer, too).
Food wise, it's standard fare. Steaks, burgers, chicken, sandwiches, and a decent sized appetizer menu. Everything comes out flavorful and well prepared. I tend to gravitate toward the California burger or the grilled chicken sandwich.
The staff is really friendly and easy to talk to, and are quick with their service. Lots of cool people.
Check them out and grab a beer or two. Neat spot that's worth braving the Independence traffic.