5 /5 R. DArcangelo: My wife and I had a reservation at Hearsay on the Strand for early afternoon to meet our daughter, who ended up being very late. What could have been an awkward wait turned into an exceptional experience thanks to the service and atmosphere, especially our server Sam Sr., who took incredible care of us for our lunch.
The drinks were spectacular and the food was outstanding, so much so that we decided on the spot to make another reservation for later that evening and specifically asked to be seated in Sam Sr.’s section again when our daughter could finally join us.
When we returned that night, the experience was just as phenomenal. The filet mignon was perfectly cooked and absolutely mouthwatering. The smoky old-fashioned was a showstopper, served under a smoke-filled cover that, once lifted, delivered both drama and a beautifully balanced smoky flavor. The whiskey sours were perfectly executed and garnished with premium cherries and dried orange slices.
Dessert sealed the deal. We had bread pudding, a Dubai chocolate dessert, and cheesecake, all of which were excellent. We also enjoyed multiple rounds of espresso martinis because they were simply too good to stop at one.
Sam Sr. was warm, attentive, and genuinely exceptional during both visits. This was our first experience at Hearsay on the Strand, and it absolutely will not be our last. We will be back and will be asking for Sam Sr. every time.
