HOURS
BREAKFAST
Monday – Friday: 5:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Saturday, Sunday, Holidays & Down Days:
6:30 AM – 9 AM
LUNCH
Daily: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
DINNER
Daily: 4 PM – 6 PM
Grab-and-Go is available daily until closing
ADDRESS
Bldg. 834 6th Street
Little Rock AFB, AR 72099
PHONE
501-987-3071
WHAT WE OFFER
Award-Winning Facility
The Dining Facility of Little Rock AFB is available to military and civilians and was repeatedly proven to be one of the most decorated and elite dinning facilities by winning the USAF John L. Hennessy Trophy Award for the Eastern Region!
The Hennessy Trophy is an annual award presented to Air Force installations with the best Food Service Program in the Air Force. Winners are selected based on their display and execution of excellence in Management Effectiveness, Force Readiness Support, Food Quality and Production, Employee and Customer Relations, Training, and Safety Awareness.
We are dedicated to serving the best of the best at Little Rock AFB. Come visit the Award winning Dining Facility!
- 2015 AMC Hennessy Award
- 2016 AMC Hennessy Award
- 2017 AMC Hennessy Award
- 2017 USAF John L. Hennessy Trophy Award
- 2019 AMC Hennessy Award
- 2020 John L. Hennessey Award Nominee for Region 1
- 2022 USAF John L. Hennessy Trophy Award
These facilities are open to all DoD ID Card holders, family members, retirees, NAF civilians, and contractors.
“Go For Green” Nutrition Education Program
The Hercules Dining Facility supports all diets, to include vegetarian, religious, low-calories and more. To promote a healthy lifestyle and in an effort to improve healthy eating habits, the DFAC participates in the “Go for Green” Nutrition Education Program.
This program uses a labeling system designed to prove a quick snapshot of the nutritional value of food choices in the facility. Food items are labeled in Green (Eat Often), Yellow (Eat Occasionally) and Red (Eat Rarely). The Healthy Herk Rock Plate easily identifies the healthiest meal offered during the meal period. Stop by and enjoy a meal with us!
Essential Station Messing Information
(ESM) holders can use their card at both the Hercules Dining Facility (D.F.A.C.) and Hungry Herk (P.O.D.) locations.
Each day Active Duty members on Essential Station Messing (ESM) get:
$8 for breakfast from 4AM – 9:59AM
$13 for lunch from 10AM – 2:59PM
$13 for dinner from 3PM – 9:59PM
$13 for late night from 10PM – 03:59AM
Food Options
The Hercules Dining Facility features a rotating menu that offers seven different types of food.
The Eatery
Traditional, home-style favorites, healthy entrees and side selections
Big City Grill
Choose from grilled and fried entrees, including hamburgers, turkey burgers, chicken sandwiches, chicken tender, fries (potato/sweet potato) etc.
Ciao Pizza
Order a fresh, made-to-order 10-inch pizza made on flatbread! Create your own from a wide range of sauces, meat, toppings and cheese.
Super Sonic Subs
Choose between a 6- or 12-inch sub on fresh baked bread — create a custom sandwich with meats, cheeses, toppings, spreads and seasonings.
Quick Eats
No time to wait? Stop by the Grab-and-Go Express cooler for pre-made salads, sandwiches, parfaits, veggies and more!
Greens, Grains + Soup
Keep it healthy and simple with a wide selection of veggies from the salad bar. Soups are also available daily.
Restaurant Rotation
Change it up! This station changes quarterly. Menus include Asian cuisine, Indian favorites, BBQ specialties and more!
Hungry Herk (P.O.D.)
Located right off of the flight line inside of Hangar 276, the Hungry Herk/P.O.D offers fast and convenient grab-and-go options for the entire base.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – Midnight
Saturday, Sunday, Holidays & Down Days: Closed
… And There’s More!
Flight Kitchen Ordering
Flight Kitchen • 501-987-3630
Flight meals are available 24 hours a day. Order must be submitted by 2200 Monday – Friday and by 1600 on Saturday, Sunday, Holidays and Down Days.
Reservations
Please utilize the provided link for Chief’s Den scheduling. Should you have any inquiries or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out 987-3818!
https://herculesdiningfacility.setmore.com/