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Tavern By Hearsay, Houston, TX

Tavern By Hearsay

4.5 (70)
$30 and under
American
737 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002-1607

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Tavern by Hearsay brings a fresh twist to British and Indian cuisine in the heart of Downtown Houston. Nestled inside Market Square Tower, our restaurant blends historic charm with contemporary style. From brunch to dinner, experience vibrant dishes, craft cocktails, and an intimate atmosphere ideal for gatherings, date nights, or casual dining. Join us to discover tavern-style dining reimagined with a global touch.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    From bachelor parties for eight to corporate events for eighty, let Hearsay’s understated elegance and attention to detail bring chic antique to life for your next special gathering. Our complementary yet unexpected parings will wow your guests just as much as our
  • Private party contact
    Merissa Lopez: (713) 806-2859
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Offers

  • BRUNCH

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM,Sat - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    enjoy our brunch every weekend on Saturday & Sunday: 10 am - 3 pm

    BRUNCH Photo
  • HAPPY HOUR

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Wed - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Thu - 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM,Fri - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    check out our happy hour menu available on Monday- Friday 3pm-6pm appetizers $9, pizza $10, beer $7, wine $7, cocktails $11

    HAPPY HOUR Photo
  • THURSDAY FEATURE

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    make your Thursday a special day! available at dinner. steak special $29.95

    THURSDAY FEATURE Photo

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What 70 people are saying

Tavern By Hearsay reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tavern By Hearsay offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic meal" and "awesome drinks." The knowledgeable and friendly staff ensure prompt service, making it ideal for theatergoers due to its great downtown location. While minor inconveniences like exterior scaffolding exist, the restaurant's inviting ambiance and "amazing" food make it a "usual" favorite.
70 Reviews
  1. Matthew

    Phoenix / Arizona15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, great service! Staff was friendly and cocktails were spot on.

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  2. carrie VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Couldn’t figure out why it wasn’t busier. The food was really good and the service was professional and friendly. Great choice downtown before the ballet or symphony.
    Tavern By HearsayResponded on June 20, 2025
    Hi Carrie, Thank you for the lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and experienced friendly, professional service. We're especially happy to be your downtown go-to before the ballet or symphony—what a great compliment! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  3. MIKE

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a delicious pizza before the ballet. Friendly and fast service. Short walk to the Wortham. Good food- a nice evening.

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  4. Theresa

    Memphis / West Tennessee9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really a lovely restaurant, very small but it’s gorgeous. In my opinion the food is just okay but the drinks are divine. I say go if you’re ever in the area.

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  5. Mark VIP

    Houston186 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Again, we enjoyed our visit. Its a short walk from The Alley or the HSO. The service was good the food was good... its become our "usual" place when we're in town for the theater.
    Tavern By HearsayResponded on June 1, 2025
    Hi Mark, Thank you for your kind words and continued support! We're so glad to be your go-to spot when you're in town for the theater — it means a lot to us. We're happy to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and convenient location once again. Looking forward to welcoming you back after your next show!

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  6. Hilda

    Houston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant was a great choice. All the food was delicious as well the cocktails and mocktails. Jazmin was an amazing waitress, so nice and attentive. Can't wait to go back!
    Tavern By HearsayResponded on May 22, 2025
    Hi Hilda, Thank you for such a wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food, cocktails, and mocktails—and we completely agree, Jazmin is a gem! I’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience soon!

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  7. John

    Houston19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very much enjoyed our pre-Theater dinner at Tavern by hearsay yesterday evening. Our server “T” was most attentive and friendly. Would have been five stars across the board had it not been for the exterior scaffolding on the building which blocked the view outside and also made finding the restaurant a bit challenging. 
    Tavern By HearsayResponded on May 6, 2025
    Thank you so much, John! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your pre-theater dinner at Tavern by Hearsay and that “T” provided such attentive and friendly service. We truly appreciate your kind words and your understanding regarding the exterior scaffolding—it’s a temporary situation, and we’re looking forward to having it removed soon to restore the full experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great evening—this time with the view included!

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  8. Tiffany

    Atlanta31 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We booked an outside table because it was full Inside. The patio is fully covered from the sun which was great but it is in a car park so when cars are coming and going to the valet it’s noisy and a bit fumey. The food was good. The Indian food was amazing. The spinach dip sublime. The burger was plain and uninteresting. I’d have expected something more unique. Service was great. I would definitely go back and maybe try the inside.
    Tavern By HearsayResponded on April 28, 2025
    Hi Tiffany, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our Indian dishes and spinach dip, and that our service team took great care of you. We appreciate your honest feedback about the patio and the burger—it helps us to continuously improve. Next time, we'd love to have you seated inside to ensure an even better visit. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. Mark VIP

    Houston186 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had another excellent dining experience. Our reservation was honored promptly and our waitress was friendly and efficient. We enjoyed our meals and kept to our schedule (we had a performance at The Alley).
    Tavern By HearsayResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you for the kind words and for making us part of your evening before The Alley performance! We’re delighted to hear your reservation and meal flowed smoothly, and we truly appreciate you highlighting our service and cocktails. Looking forward to welcoming you back for your next night out in the neighborhood!

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  10. Lance VIP

    Houston29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very understaffed but our hostess stepped up to the challenge!
    Tavern By HearsayResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words and for recognizing the dedication of our team. We’re so glad your hostess made a positive impression and helped ensure you had a great experience, even during a busy moment. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back again soon!

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FAQs

Tavern By Hearsay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (346) 613-2290.

Tavern By Hearsay is rated 4.5 stars by 70 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Tavern By Hearsay

737 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002-1607

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    From bachelor parties for eight to corporate events for eighty, let Hearsay’s understated elegance and attention to detail bring chic antique to life for your next special gathering. Our complementary yet unexpected parings will wow your guests just as much as our
  • Private party contact
    Merissa Lopez: (713) 806-2859
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