Nestled in the heart of downtown, Hearsay Gastro Lounge is not just another restaurant opening.
BEAUMONT, Texas — Downtown Beaumont is preparing for a highly anticipated addition to its culinary scene. Next month, Hearsay Gastro Lounge will officially open its doors in the heart of the city, taking over the former Suga’s location on Bowie Street.
“We’re excited to open the doors May 5 and let everybody experience what we’ve been working so hard to get open and create for them,” said Joseph Natale, CEO of Landmark Hospitality Group.
Nestled in the heart of downtown, Hearsay Gastro Lounge is not just another restaurant opening. For Natale, it marks the beginning of something bigger.
“Hearsay has a reputation and a history of moving into downtown markets, towns, areas that have a rich history and culture that are ready to redevelop,” Natale explained.
The building, once home to the beloved Suga’s, is undergoing a transformation, but not without honoring its legacy.
“We’re actually naming the ballroom on the 2nd floor here after the previous operator,” Natale said .
As for the menu, it will feature a unique regional twist.
“15% of the menu is more geographically targeted so that Cajun and Creole influence here is gonna be a little bit more unique,” Natale added.
The community is already buzzing with excitement. Locals are looking forward to what the new establishment will bring.
“I’m super excited it’s gonna be somewhere convenient for me within walking distance,” said Jacori Narcisse.
City officials are equally enthusiastic about the impact of the new restaurant. Beaumont Assistant City Manager Chris Boone sees it as a positive sign for the city’s future.
“Downtown is the heart of the city and so kind of the health of your downtown indicates the health of the city and so you really want to invest in it,” Boone said.
Hearsay will also benefit from being located in one of Beaumont’s six “Neighborhood Empowerment Zones,” which provide incentives such as waived permit fees, expedited permitting, and tax abatements.
“When we heard about the redevelopment plan here in Beaumont, we definitely wanted to be a part of it,” Natale noted.
Hearsay Gastro Lounge will officially open on May 5 at 11 a.m. for lunch, ushering in a new chapter of growth and revitalization for downtown Beaumont.
