Hellbender, a restaurant in Ridgewood, Queens, creatively integrates a life-size faux jaguar, Sabrina, symbolizing its dynamic spirit. Chef Yara Herrera, with training under reputable chefs, oversaw its transformation from a cocktail bar with light Mexican-inspired snacks to a full restaurant in 14 months. As food offerings surpassed drink sales, the menu expanded to include modern Mexican American dishes. Weekend brunch, designed to attract both families and late-night patrons, was recently introduced, reflecting the restaurant’s adaptability and demand-driven philosophy.
"Sabrina is the life-size faux feline perched atop a tree branch at Hellbender restaurant, serving as a spirit animal for this evolving establishment and its chef, Yara Herrera."
"Initially opened as a cocktail bar serving Mexican-inspired snacks, Hellbender has transitioned into a full restaurant, driven by the demand for food over drinks."
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