Hop Car Brewing soft opens before Jeep Festival
From left, Meredith Reed, Steve Reed, Bill Atkinson and Lindsay Atkinson stand amid the brew kegs at Hop Car Brewing on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle
A new spot for brews and food at the corner of Main and Jefferson streets announced it soft opened Wednesday night, June 10.
Hop Car Brewing announced through its Facebook page Thursday afternoon that it soft opened. The location at 101 S. Main St. now has beer on tap and the kitchen is open for food.
“Jeep Fest — we’re ready for you! See you tomorrow,” the brewery’s post read.
Hop Car Brewing is owned by Bill and Lindsay Atkinson, of downtown Butler’s Chop Shop, and Steve and Meredith Reed. Dan Yarnell, an award-winning brewer with 15 years of experience, is serving as head brewer.
The four owners previously said they are excited to offer “excellent beer, excellent food and excellent service” to their community.
