Who knew that a beloved craft beer bar with a self-proclaimed quirky, nerdy vibe would also serve up the best pizza in the 574? But that’s exactly what Hop Station Craft Bar in Mishawaka has done! In a surprising turn of events, this local hotspot has gone from being the underdog in Connect 574’s "Best Pizza in the 574" bracket to being crowned the pizza champion of the region. And let me tell you, this Cinderella story is one for the books!
The competition was no joke. Hop Station faced off against pizza legends like Bruno's, The Lauber and Barnaby’s, but none of those heavy hitters could stop the pizza prowess that Hop Station was hiding up its sleeve. In the final round, Hop Station went head-to-head with Luigi’s Pizza in a battle for the title. The tension was high, but Hop Station edged out the competition and took home the crown. It turns out, this fan-favorite craft beer bar isn't just great for hops, it's serving za that'll make you forget all the other pizza spots in town.
About Hop Station
If you’ve ever walked into Hop Station and grabbed a pint of craft beer or a specialty cocktail, you might not have immediately thought, “Wow, I bet its pizza is top-notch!” But surprise, surprise, Hop Station’s pizza game is seriously on point.
Its pizza menu features a mouthwatering variety of both classic toppings and unique combinations that’ll make you do a double-take. We’re talking about pies that push the limits of creativity like the TacoDilla. This pizza has creamy jalapeño quesadilla sauce, chicken, red onion, and a sprinkle of Cool Ranch Doritos dust (yes, you read that right). And let’s not forget the Nashville Hot Chicken Pizza V 2.0. Fried Nashville hot chicken and pickles meet white cheddar mac and cheese for the base.
Hop Station isn’t new to accolades. It was previously recognized as Indiana’s Best Craft Beer Bar in 2020 by Craftbeer.com, so it’s safe to say it knows its way around a good brew. Co-founders Casey and DJ Stuber have been immersed in the craft beer world for years, traveling the country, forging connections and bringing in the best brews the Michiana area has ever seen. But they didn’t stop at beer; they’ve also built a home for classic arcade games, darts, and pool, creating that perfect old-school bar vibe with a modern twist.
Whether you’re there to grab a cold one, relive your childhood playing arcade games, or chow down on some mind-blowing pizza, Hop Station is the place to be!
Check out Nate’s video and review of Hop Station HERE. Huge shout out to 574 Connect for putting this pizza bracket on!