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Hearsay Market Square, Houston, TX

Hearsay Market Square

4.4
4.4
2507 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
When you walk through the doors of Hearsay Market Square, you will be transported to a unique era in Houston’s history. Housed in Houston’s second oldest building, Hearsay’s original location celebrates eclectic American cuisine served in a chic antique setting.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 225-8079
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Hearsay Gastro Lounge offers limited special catering services ranging from lunches to off-site dinner events. Our staff is eager to work with you to design and create the perfect experience. Please call us to place your catering order. Minimum order required. Delivery fees apply.
  • Private party facilities
    Hearsay Gastro Lounge offers the finest craft cocktails, new American dishes, and a chic-unique dining experience in the second oldest historic building in Downtown Houston, TX.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Arguelles: (832) 727-3229
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Congress
  • Parking details
    Parking options include front door valet service after 6pm, street parking and downtown parking lots. Please obey street signs and all local, state, and federal traffic laws. We are not responsible if you violate city parking rules. Valet is not associated with Hearsay Gastro and any disputes related to valet should be taken up with their company.
  • Public transit
    METRO Rail Stops nearby: UH-Downtown, Preston, Main Street Square
  • Entertainment
    The restaurant features live music every Wednesday for Ladies night and during Sunday Brunch.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • THURSDAY FEATURE

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
    make your Thursday a special day! available lunch & dinner. steak special $29.95, select classic cocktails $10

    THURSDAY FEATURE photo
  • HAPPY HOUR

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    check out our happy hour menu available on Monday- Friday 3pm-6pm appetizers $8, domestic/local draft $5, select red & white wine $6, cocktails $10

    HAPPY HOUR photo
  • BRUNCH

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.,Sat - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    enjoy our brunch every weekend on Saturday & Sunday : 10 am - 3 pm

    BRUNCH photo

What 2,507 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hearsay Market Square offers a charming dining experience with "fabulous food and drinks" in a "beautiful ambiance." Guests praise the "excellent service," particularly during Houston Restaurant Week. The menu boasts standout dishes like the "Kung Pao Shrimp & Calamari" and "pistachio crusted scallops." While some reviews mention occasional service hiccups, the restaurant remains a "go-to" for many.

2,507 Reviews
  1. Jen

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the decor and the birthday surprise dessert at the end!!!

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  2. Amie

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I visited during Happy Hour and ordered drinks and food from the HH menu before it ended. However, when the bill arrived, it showed regular prices for all items. It’s unclear if this happened because Happy Hour had ended by the time we were able to request the check, but we didn’t see much of our server at our table after our order was brought out. Had I known the pricing would change like this and that we wouldn’t see our server until we had completely finished eating, I would have asked for the check immediately after ordering.

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  3. Sharon

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and cocktails! I highly recommend for a good restaurant in the theater area.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you, Sharon! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and cocktails. We appreciate the recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back next time you're in the theater area!

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  4. Tracy

    VIP

    Calgary

    201 reviews

    5.0

    201 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pork chip & shrimp gumbo soup was amazing. Our waiter Simon provided us with flawless service! He was very nice and professional as well.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Tracy! We're thrilled you enjoyed the pork chip & shrimp gumbo soup and that Simon made such a positive impression. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to your next visit!

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  5. Cathy

    Oklahoma City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time celebrating a birthday! Food, drinks, and service were top-notch!
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Cathy! We're so happy to hear you had a wonderful time celebrating the birthday with us. Your kind words about the food, drinks, and service mean a lot. Hope to see you again soon for more special moments!

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  6. Christi

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at this location. We went to the Emerald theater to watch a play then here for dinner. Girl’s night! The ambiance was spectacular, the food was excellent, our server was on point. Only negative I will say is the mashed potatoes were not that warm. Other than that, everything was excellent!!
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Christi! We're so glad you had a great time for your girl's night out! We're happy to hear the ambiance, food, and service stood out. We appreciate the feedback on the mashed potatoes and will work on that. We hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Tamra

    VIP

    Houston

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Restaurant was out of an ingredient for the first drink I ordered, and they were out of one of the food items we wanted. Very strange for a Friday night...
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Tamra, for sharing your experience. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience of being out of ingredients and menu items during your visit. This isn't the standard we strive for, and we'll work on improving inventory management. We hope you'll give us another chance in the future!

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  8. Maria Fernanda

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    At the time a made the reservation it did not say it was just the set menu for new years eve. At the end we have to get it at the food was cold and nothing we really like.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded on January 2, 2025
    Hi Maria Fernanda, we’re sorry to hear that your New Year’s Eve experience didn’t meet your expectations. We understand how frustrating it can be when the menu doesn’t align with your preferences. Your feedback is important to us, and we’ll review how we communicate special event menus in the future. We appreciate your kind words about the service and hope you’ll consider giving us another chance for a better experience.

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  9. Nathan

    VIP

    Puerto Vallarta

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    NYE was a prefixed menu of food that was served cold and we were told we had to vacate the table by a specific time despite the restaurant being at 50% capacity. The waitstaff was very pleasant, however the hostess was very off putting and rude. The food had great flavor, but felt like it had been prepared previously, played, and left to cool to room temperature. Highly recommend avoiding this restaurant all together.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded on January 2, 2025
    Hi Nathan, thank you for your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. Your comments about the food temperature and service have been shared with our team to improve moving forward. We also regret that the hostess didn’t provide the warm welcome we strive for. We value your input and hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to deliver a better experience next time.

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  10. Lawrence

    VIP

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time at Hearsay Market Square. The premises were eclectic and delightful. They did a great job in bringing the tall ceilings into the dining experience. The food was really good and reasonably priced. The other patrons seemed happy to be there. I’ll be back.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded on January 2, 2025
    Hi Lawrence, thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, and overall experience at Hearsay Market Square. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next visit!

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FAQs

Hearsay Market Square offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 225-8079.

Hearsay Market Square is rated 4.4 stars by 2507 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Hearsay Market Square

218 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Congress
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking options include front door valet service after 6pm, street parking and downtown parking lots. Please obey street signs and all local, state, and federal traffic laws. We are not responsible if you violate city parking rules. Valet is not associated with Hearsay Gastro and any disputes related to valet should be taken up with their company.
  • Public transit
    METRO Rail Stops nearby: UH-Downtown, Preston, Main Street Square
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    The restaurant features live music every Wednesday for Ladies night and during Sunday Brunch.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (713) 225-8079
  • Catering
    Hearsay Gastro Lounge offers limited special catering services ranging from lunches to off-site dinner events. Our staff is eager to work with you to design and create the perfect experience. Please call us to place your catering order. Minimum order required. Delivery fees apply.
  • Private party facilities
    Hearsay Gastro Lounge offers the finest craft cocktails, new American dishes, and a chic-unique dining experience in the second oldest historic building in Downtown Houston, TX.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Arguelles: (832) 727-3229
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