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Hearsay Market Square, Houston, TX

Hearsay Market Square

4.4
4.4
2500 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Charming
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
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 2,500 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hearsay Market Square offers a charming dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Its intimate setting and beautiful ambiance make it a perfect spot for date nights and brunches. Guests rave about the flavorful gumbo, crab crusted redfish, and delicious cocktails. It's a "gem in downtown," consistently delivering great experiences.

2,500 Reviews
  1. Maria Fernanda

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    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 today
    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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  2. Nathan

    VIP

    Puerto Vallarta

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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 today
    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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  3. Lawrence

    VIP

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    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 today
    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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  4. mathew

    VIP

    Houston

    32 reviews

    1.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    we've been coming to this Hearsay since it opened years ago, but something has happened & it is no longer good. still a great location with cool ambiance, but the food has become average at best, & the service is horrendous. our most recent experience was too terrible to fully describe here, but our server & the bar staff were absolutely pitiful. Hearsay is officially off our list of easy downtown pre-show destinations.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Mathew, thank you for sharing your feedback. We're really sorry to hear about your recent experience, especially since you've been a loyal customer. We’ll be sure to share your comments with the team to improve both food and service. We appreciate your support over the years and hope you’ll give us another chance in the future.

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  5. Denis

    VIP

    Houston

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a good experience the first two times we went there. However, the last two times were not. The restaurant was very cold and the food was mediocre. My date's steak was overdone (again-was last time too) and the eight of us were squeezed into a space for six people. The server was very good, however.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded today
    Hi Denis, thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear about the issues you encountered on your recent visits. We’ll certainly look into the temperature and seating arrangements to ensure a more comfortable experience. It’s great to hear your server was attentive, and we appreciate your continued support. We hope to welcome you back soon for a much-improved visit!

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  6. Sandra

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a wonderful meal! Will be back! Read the stuff on the walls downstairs, cool history!
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your great review, Sandra! We're so glad you enjoyed your meal and the history displayed downstairs. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Craig

    VIP

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christmas Eve diner was perfect. Good food & drinks.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for the high rating, Craig! We’re excited to hear that you enjoyed your visit. Your positive feedback means a lot to us and motivates our team. We look forward to seeing you again and providing another great experience!

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  8. Jeremy

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is amazing, we go every time we are near the theater district. Most times I am more excited to eat there than go to a show. It is not only a great restaurant, but very historical building. They have pictures of timeline on the wall. Great menu for anyone’s taste in my opinion.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you, Jeremy, for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoy both the food and the history of the building every time you visit. It means so much to us that our restaurant has become a favorite stop near the theater district. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next visit!

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  9. Adolfo

    VIP

    Houston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have to say the food and the atmosphere were amazing. My first time being there and I definitely will be going back. I absolutely loved the whole entire experience.
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you, Adolfo! We're so glad to hear you had an amazing first visit and enjoyed the food and atmosphere. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Noise level and ambiance perfect for business lunch
    Hearsay Market SquareResponded on December 18, 2024
    Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad to hear that the ambiance and noise level were just right for your business lunch. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!

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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 2500 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 14 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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