High Hopes Taproom
About
High Hopes Taproom, on Crete, opens its doors at Chandakos 58 in Iraklio, a spot that suits anyone wanting a relaxed evening of drinks in the city. First-time visitors should expect a pub-style setting where the focus stays on drinks and conversation rather than a full dining service. The late opening hours mean it works well as an after-dinner stop rather than an early-evening destination.
Its reputation rests on a 4.9 out of 5 rating drawn from 302 reviews, a score that reflects how consistently guests respond to what is on offer. For anyone travelling between the main towns, the venue sits within reach of Heraklion and the wider Iraklio area, making it a practical halt on a route that also passes Chania and Rethymno. The door opens from 18:00 to 01:00 Monday to Friday, while Saturday starts earlier at 12:00 and runs to the same 01:00 close.
A website at https://high-hopes--menu.web.app/ carries the menu and other details. Iraklio sits on the northern coast, and the address places the venue in the heart of the city.
Crete's table centres on seafood, olive oil, feta and other local cheeses, and grilled meats, so a meal before or after a visit is easy to find. Winter rain and rough seas close many hotels and tavernas between November and March, which makes the spring and summer months the livelier time to travel. Orthodox Easter stands as the biggest festival of the year, and village panigyria honour saints' days right through the summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Hopes Taproom known for?
High Hopes Taproom is a pub on Crete, and its own site at https://high-hopes--menu.web.app/ carries what it pours and serves. The island's cooking runs on seafood, olive oil, feta and other local cheeses, and grilled meats, so a pub setting here sits alongside that food tradition.
What kind of business is High Hopes Taproom?
High Hopes Taproom is a pub on Crete in Greece, open Monday to Friday from 18:00 to 01:00 and Saturday from 12:00 to 01:00. Those hours make it an evening destination through the week and an all-afternoon option on Saturdays.
Where is High Hopes Taproom located on Crete?
High Hopes Taproom sits at Chandakos 58, Iraklio 712 02, Greece, on the island of Crete. Iraklio puts you within reach of the island's wider road network, so the pub works as a stop whether you are based in the east or the west of Crete.
How do visitors rate High Hopes Taproom?
High Hopes Taproom holds a rating of 4.9/5 from 302 reviews, which places it among the well-regarded pubs on Crete. That score comes from a substantial run of feedback rather than a handful of votes.
Is High Hopes Taproom easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on Crete?
High Hopes Taproom is at Chandakos 58 in Iraklio, and Heraklion is the nearest of the island's main towns to that address. Crete's other towns, among them Chania, Rethymno, Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra, Sitia, Matala and Elafonisi, sit further across the island, so reaching the pub from those takes a longer drive.
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