Hops N Scotch

As a frequenter of Coolidge Corner, can’t believe we didn’t know about this place until yesterday, but now we’ve found a favorite American restaurant/bar in this intersection.
Their low key storefront is easy to be overlooked, but should you have the mood to try them out on Friday night, you’d be instantly hooked by their vibe, service, drinks and food. Too many highlights but in a few bullets: - tapas actually in good serving size - their fruit punch beer is so delicious - white table cloth in a relaxing setting! - attentive and thoughtful servers - bar, high tops, table—options for different groups - their food quality is top notch. - Steak tips with mashed potato—LOVE. - mussels with jalapeño—LOVE. - all veggie dishes are cooked to perfection too.
See my photos. So glad we found this restaurant that I want to write about it and share it with the community on a Saturday morning during my brunch.
Okay, now I gotta eat or my food will get cold.

Food: We tried the bulgogi empanadas, birria steak tacos, bourbon steak tips, and tandoori roasted cauliflower.
Everything was about average, and nothing stood out as being great or bad.
The empanadas were alright, but I personally didn't think the flavors were a great combination so I didn't see it as a great fusion dish.
The steak tacos and steak tips were decent, but just didn't stand out in any way.
The cauliflower had great spices, but the odd thing was that we only got five pieces of cauliflower, which feels like a small amount for a relatively cheap ingredient.
Perhaps some of the other food or drinks I didn't try is better. Service: The service was great.
We were checked on frequently and never waited very long for anything.

Another Google find.
Our server Isabella was great to work with.
Very attentive.
We shared the Farmers Salad with (very dry) falafel and amazing citrus vinaigrette dressing plus a few delicious olives.
I had the super tender and tasty bourbon steak tips with yucca fries that we both really enjoyed.
White tablecloth on every indoor table.
We also liked that all staff were wearing their masks.
We can highly recommend Hops N Scotch.