It took a few beats, but the spot formerly known as Hult’s and then Flights is now open as Hercules Draft House and Cantina.
Originally conceived as a beer-focused hangout, the business model now includes a Latin menu with everything from ceviche to posole to fish tacos, plus chile relleno and birria. The décor is understated, with wood surfaces everywhere, including a live-edge grand table, situated adjacent to what used to be Alex Hult’s wall of wine and is now a wall of tastefully placed succulents.
Heading up Hercules is Chef Beltran Reyes, one of those instantly endearing chefs whose sunny disposition and inner drive have brought him to the point of fulfilling a long-held dream to prepare beautiful food and eventually have his own place.
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