The Pearl Tampa

Phenomenal across the board! I had the pleasure of celebrating my birthday here for brunch this year! This was my first time ever and it did not disappoint! From start to finish this place has it together! We had to circle the block to get parking prepare for that but know there are options, street parking( for the lucky ones) some lots are about a block away. We had reservations we arrived separately the friendly hostess State at our table was ready and we were free to sit down prior to the entire party arriving. They also very thoughtfully had left a table beside us in case more people arrived than we originally thought.! Promptly greeted by our server appetizers, and drinks were served. The deviled eggs were delicious and adorable the way they were served. All of the food and entrées came out together. One dish had the wrong protein, and it was promptly corrected and brought to us personally by a manager, who is also very attentive and kind the mimosa buckets were a hit. We enjoyed a few! It’s a great shared option. The seasonal cocktails were great. This is not a place that you’re waiting a long time for those fancy muddled cocktails. They have a great list. The food was fresh. Everything was delicious. The clam chowder is the real deal creamy thick flavorful the best I’ve had in Florida. ( if not anywhere). My entree was the hanger steak I like rare it was perfect and tender do not let it overshadow the kimchi fried rice which was outstanding! Make sure you save room for this famous pie. We tried several all of them were devoured. I miss getting pictures of the delicious Dutch apple pie and I also had the peach layered pie, which was served in a jar. It was just Everything you want in that peach pie dessert! All of the staff from the hostess server, and even the bus boy who took our group photo for us went above and beyond in every opportunity they could. We were a large party. We enjoyed the food ambiance and friendship never felt rushed or needing anything the staff did a great job!There was an auto gratuity which I have no problem for the level of professionalism that they exhibit here could inspire our server, politely mention the auto gratuity and upon interaction for Payment with each person in our party repeated it reminded them so no misunderstandings Could occur. She was great! This was a memorable dining experience that will remain at the very top of my list for some time to come congratulations to those work in that Sunday morning, August 24, 2025 you all did a great job and it was so greatly appreciated. We will be back if you’re reading this review deciding if you should eat here or not don’t skip it. You’ll be sorry and missing out on a great opportunity!

Great atmosphere. Very courteous staff. Chicken sandwich was crispy and delightful. We also had their tater tots extra crispy and they were extremely enjoyable. Very crispy outside, slightly fluffy inside. Paired very well with their spicy mayo or ketchup if you’re old school.

Service was great and the food was fantastic! I ordered the jalapeno spoon bread and it was amazing!! I stopped eating cornbread as a kid but this was the most moist and delicious cornbread I've ever had in my life. The whipped butter with honey was the icing on the cake so to speak. The Harbour salad could be enough for two people depending on how hungry you are. I will definitely go back. I'm a bread head and the garlic bread that came with the garlic shrimp is a bread lovers dream. The right amount of crunch, butter and softness.

OMG!!!! Just Goooooo this place was AMAZING! We arrived during happy hour (that was a treat) the drinks were amazing, very clean and flavorful, the food was fresh and delicious! Staff found out we were there for our 15 year anniversary after we closed out our tab and treated us to a free dessert and told us about another location in MI were we are from. This place was so good we may have to go back before we leave Tampa!! I cant express to you how delicious everything was and the vibe is just so chill! And the kitchen was in sync so much that you could hear them celebrating each other in the back, I love when happy people are handling my food. This is by far one of the best restaurants we have visited this far in Tampa!

Really enjoyed the me. The Harbour salad was delicious. The server was so friendly and helpful. Great Gluten-free options. They even had corn bread croutons in the salad!

Michael Combs

Excellent experience at this one of a kind Seafood restaurant in the heart of Channelside literally right across the street from Benchmark Arena, formerly Amalie Arena! The menu is spectacular and has something for everyone. I loved the Harbour salad which was rich with scallops, crab meat, and shrimp and featured a very nice red wine vinaigrette. I also loved the smoked whitefish spread and the Thai style mussels. For dessert I went with the iconic brown sugar pie which delighted with every bite. Overall I was very happy and impressed with The Pearl Tampa and certainly will be back!!

Leandra Carrillo

The food at The Pearl was absolutely delicious. We ordered the House Smoked Salmon as a starter and Hanger Steak for entree and it was so good, the steak was soft and tender with the combination of kimchee rice and a fried egg. The drinks were also really good. Our waitress Whitney was super sweet, kind and friendly. The interior design of this place is elegant, chic, beautiful and inviting. We will definitely come back again.

Annalisa Sawick

Loved dining in here! They have an outdoor dining area too (great for people watching!) but I sat inside at the bar. Bloody Mary was fantastic and I got the Shakshuka, highly recommend this skillet-like dish!

Kory Westerburg

The Pearl was the highlight of our trip across Florida. We have traveled from Jacksonville to Gainesville, Orlando, Miami, Fort Myers, Sarasota and finally ending up in Tampa over the last three weeks. The Pearl was the perfect way to end the trip. Amazing food. Incredible atmosphere. Excellent 5-star service. We went in on a busy night (Elevation Worship was playing at the Benchmark Arena) so had to park in the paid lot a little down the way but the walk through Water St made it worthwhile. We walked in without a reservation and within 3 minutes they had a table ready for us. Both the hostess and waitress gave amazing recommendations. Definitely recommend the Smoked Salmon starter for any salmon lover. There is no portion of the salmon that doesn’t explode with flavor. We ended up ordering two. We then ordered the Scallops, Hanger Steak, and the Redfish. I don’t see how you could make the dishes better. The Chef has truly perfected these meals. The Hanger steak comes with Kimchi rice and it provides the perfect amount of kick (but not what I would call spicy) to compliment the amazing steak. The scallops have been the best scallops we have had in Florida thus far. You can tell the quality from every single bite. The redfish (apparently a newer menu item) was fresh and also an exquisite experience all on its own. You cannot go wrong with any of these dishes. To top it all off, we ordered three different pies, the brown sugar, the apple pie, and the Oreo pie (all with ice cream). The intensity we devoured them was almost embarrassing. All were amazing but the table consensus had the Oreo at the top. Now while you may think it’s just a typical pie with Oreos mixed in, it is not. They have somehow created the fluffiest cheesecake style pie with Oreo cookie pieces that makes every bite seem like eating an Oreo for the first time. Anytime I am in Tampa, this will be a must.

Keelah Evans

We had some amazing oysters and Rockefeller! The hostess, Alysa (I believe she’s a manager), was awesome. Our waiter, Ashley, was the absolute best she made amazing margaritas and Old Fashion! And let’s not forget about Janay, the chef 🥰 she’s the absolute best! Everything was on point from start to finish. Highly recommend Luigi the Security Guy was Top notch as well

paula sinclair

Phenomenal across the board! I had the pleasure of celebrating my birthday here for brunch this year! This was my first time ever and it did not disappoint! From start to finish this place has it together! We had to circle the block to get parking prepare for that but know there are options, street parking( for the lucky ones) some lots are about a block away. We had reservations we arrived separately the friendly hostess State at our table was ready and we were free to sit down prior to the entire party arriving. They also very thoughtfully had left a table beside us in case more people arrived than we originally thought.! Promptly greeted by our server appetizers, and drinks were served. The deviled eggs were delicious and adorable the way they were served. All of the food and entrées came out together. One dish had the wrong protein, and it was promptly corrected and brought to us personally by a manager, who is also very attentive and kind the mimosa buckets were a hit. We enjoyed a few! It’s a great shared option. The seasonal cocktails were great. This is not a place that you’re waiting a long time for those fancy muddled cocktails. They have a great list. The food was fresh. Everything was delicious. The clam chowder is the real deal creamy thick flavorful the best I’ve had in Florida. ( if not anywhere). My entree was the hanger steak I like rare it was perfect and tender do not let it overshadow the kimchi fried rice which was outstanding! Make sure you save room for this famous pie. We tried several all of them were devoured. I miss getting pictures of the delicious Dutch apple pie and I also had the peach layered pie, which was served in a jar. It was just Everything you want in that peach pie dessert! All of the staff from the hostess server, and even the bus boy who took our group photo for us went above and beyond in every opportunity they could. We were a large party. We enjoyed the food ambiance and friendship never felt rushed or needing anything the staff did a great job!There was an auto gratuity which I have no problem for the level of professionalism that they exhibit here could inspire our server, politely mention the auto gratuity and upon interaction for Payment with each person in our party repeated it reminded them so no misunderstandings Could occur. She was great! This was a memorable dining experience that will remain at the very top of my list for some time to come congratulations to those work in that Sunday morning, August 24, 2025 you all did a great job and it was so greatly appreciated. We will be back if you’re reading this review deciding if you should eat here or not don’t skip it. You’ll be sorry and missing out on a great opportunity!

Paula Holland

Service was great and the food was fantastic! I ordered the jalapeno spoon bread and it was amazing!! I stopped eating cornbread as a kid but this was the most moist and delicious cornbread I've ever had in my life. The whipped butter with honey was the icing on the cake so to speak. The Harbour salad could be enough for two people depending on how hungry you are. I will definitely go back. I'm a bread head and the garlic bread that came with the garlic shrimp is a bread lovers dream. The right amount of crunch, butter and softness.

J A

Honestly everything we had was absolutely delicious. My boyfriend had the baked clams and had me taste them. So so good! Also highly recommend the curry mussels my best friend ordered and I have to mention the pub burger was the best I’ve had in some time. Yum! 😋 can’t wait to be back!

Ryan Stryker

Great atmosphere. Very courteous staff. Chicken sandwich was crispy and delightful. We also had their tater tots extra crispy and they were extremely enjoyable. Very crispy outside, slightly fluffy inside. Paired very well with their spicy mayo or ketchup if you’re old school.

A.L. Beaudoin

OMG—let’s just say The Pearl! For me, this spot is every southern vibe and comfort food favorite, elevated to a top-tier level. The interior and aesthetic are absolutely stunning, with an atmosphere that feels both warm and refined. The starters alone set the tone—deviled eggs, fried pickles (arguably the best I’ve ever had), and that jalapeño cornbread that’s unforgettable. The Nawlins charbroiled oysters? Deliciously Lavish!Each dish felt carefully crafted, full of flavor, and truly memorable. If you appreciate good food and great energy, this place is a home run. Honestly, it’s been the biggest home run for me since moving to Tampa. Thank you, The Pearl, for creating such an amazing dining experience. Highly recommend—check it out and see for yourself!

Lakisha McMillon

OMG!!!! Just Goooooo this place was AMAZING! We arrived during happy hour (that was a treat) the drinks were amazing, very clean and flavorful, the food was fresh and delicious! Staff found out we were there for our 15 year anniversary after we closed out our tab and treated us to a free dessert and told us about another location in MI were we are from. This place was so good we may have to go back before we leave Tampa!! I cant express to you how delicious everything was and the vibe is just so chill! And the kitchen was in sync so much that you could hear them celebrating each other in the back, I love when happy people are handling my food. This is by far one of the best restaurants we have visited this far in Tampa!

Faithe Picault

Really enjoyed the me. The Harbour salad was delicious. The server was so friendly and helpful. Great Gluten-free options. They even had corn bread croutons in the salad!

William Stevens

Our first time here, the atmosphere is quite noisy. Food was savory and well prepared. Had drinks then shrimp appetizer. My wife had the scallops, and I had gulf snapper, which had a deliciouslemon sauce. Dessert was key lime pie and peanut butter pie.

Bella Luna

Very delicious food in a beautiful atmosphere. The fish spread was really good (although I recommend with a honey or jam element). Crispy chicken for the kiddos was so crispy and tender I needed up eating more than I wanted. My sister and I ordered salads and we loved the generous perfectly cooked grilled chicken with it. Everything we order was g perfectly cooked and seasoned. Highly recommend. Our server (Noah) was very attentive, welcoming, and friendly. We will be back.

We've actually been here twice, so I'm combining both visits into one review.\n\nThe first time was in June 2024 for a sendoff brunch for our friend. While we honestly can't remember exactly what w…

Jeff & Nicole -provided fantastic service were very attentive accommodative & friendly. 12/10 would recommend for any customer.

Great drinks - Delicious Oysters - Fabulous Vibe. They have a great happy hour at the bar if you can get there early.

Great drinks - Delicious Oysters - Fabulous Vibe. They have a great happy hour at the bar if you can get there early.

They have gluten free entrees and a fabulous gluten free, low sugar dessert! The service was excellent. \nAmbiance is very cool, kinda a 50's vibe with the cool blue colored bar stools.

We had the shrimp and grits, pancakes with bacon, and the blueberry donut holes. I requested and omelette and they made it for me. Very nice staff. Highly recommend!

This is a must-try restaurant on Water Street! We parked in a nearby parking garage since street parking is limited, which worked out perfectly. We had reservations and were seated right away. \n…

OMG!!!! Just Goooooo this place was AMAZING! We arrived during happy hour (that was a treat) the drinks were amazing, very clean and flavorful, the food was fresh and delicious! Staff found out we …

Oysters were great. Nice setting. But you're better off to uber because parking downtown always sucks.

Our first time to the Pearl and we weren't disappointed. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. we were 1.5 hours early for our reservation and they got us drink, we sat in a nice lounge ar…

Our first time to the Pearl and we weren't disappointed. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. we were 1.5 hours early for our reservation and they got us drink, we sat in a nice lounge …

Our first time to the Pearl and we weren't disappointed. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. we were 1.5 hours early for our reservation and they got us drink, we sat in a nice lounge …

What an awesome experience. My party of five went to celebrate my wife's birthday. I called and booked the restaurant 2 weeks in advance because one of our children has a gluten free allergy. Gus wa…

What an awesome experience. My party of five went to celebrate my wife's birthday. I called and booked the restaurant 2 weeks in advance because one of our children has a gluten free allergy. …

Lunch outside, weather was great, quick to be seated, recommend signature punch. Lots of GF options , enjoyed the Cuban sandwiche and peanut butter pie was fantastic

My experience was good . It was lunch menu ( happy hours ) . It was not too busy . service was good . Definitely recommend to visit

My experience was good . It was lunch menu ( happy hours ) . It was not too busy . Service was good . Definitely recommend to visit

Def will return. Location: 5 ambience: 5 Service: 4 Food: 5 Picayune: wine glass For a light lunch, we’ve: – NE oysters – Parmesan baked clams – Garlic shrimps – Benvolio Pinot Grigio The open …

Def will return. Location: 5 Ambience: 5 Service: 4 Food: 5 Picayune: wine glass For a light lunch, we’ve: – NE oysters – Parmesan baked clams – Garlic shrimps – Benvolio Pinot Grigio The ope…

Def will return. Location: 5 Ambience: 5 Service: 4 Food: 5 Picayune: wine glass For a light lunch, we’ve: – NE oysters – Parmesan baked clams – Garlic shrimps – Benvolio Pinot Grigio The open …

My wife and I live in the Tampa area but stayed 2 nights downtown for an event we had. We had dinner at The Pearl on a Friday night. We had reservations and I’m glad we did as the place was hopping…

This was our 3rd visit to this restaurant over the last 18months whilst visiting Tampa. It's quality of food and service has been absolutely consistent plus a fantastic atmosphere thrown in. The st…

Stopped for lunch and it did not disappoint! Bartender was excellent with our drinks and food choices. Best also was the atmosphere and music selection. We won't forget this one! ❤️

What caught my attention is that we made a reservation for a group of 12 people and were seated 30 minutes later. That’s where things started off badly… For a table of 12 people, we were assigned only one server who came by every 10–15 minutes. The kitchen, or the dishes we ordered, were basic—nothing spectacular for a place with Michelin stars. The only standout were the desserts, which I give a 10/10. Again, the service is very poor and basic. It’s an option you should rule out for groups of more than 10 people. The atmosphere is limited, and overall my experience was very basic. 6/10 for a place with Michelin stars.

I enjoyed it here! 8.5/10 — the service and ambiance was sparkling, really elevating the overall experience. i loved the art, the individual bathrooms, our attentive waiter and the overall ambiance. the menu was full of thoughtful combinations that will have your mouth watering, seriously. - The water street punch caught my eye because of the reposado tequila, but it was so much more than i was expecting. Robust and bursting flavors, with the St-Germain Elderflower and the basil. The strawberry gave it a fresh sweetness, and the grapefruit juice gave it a sharp tartness. It was spritzy and refreshing, with a cute, thin slice of cucumber dusted with lime zest. I really enjoyed it! 9/10 - the n’awlins style baked oysters were fantastic, definitely recommend! they come on a bed of rich garlic herb butter, and have a cheesy, herbaceous crust. the butter really was unforgettable! We even ordered more bread to eat all of it. - the harbor salad was full of creamy chunks of avocado, lump crab, plump shrimp, bacon and sharp bright quality from the vinaigrette — just so fresh and light. i didn’t really enjoy how mushy the croutons became, but otherwise it was delicious.

We ordered the Old-Fashioned Deviled Eggs—great presentation and very good flavor. The Fish & Chips were hot, crispy, and delicious. The Harbour Salad had excellent seafood flavors and was very fresh. The atmosphere was wonderful, and the service was very good. We sat by the glass wall, which gave us an amazing view, almost like sitting on the patio. The Michelin Guide was spot-on with this recommendation.

TyLisa Johnson

I enjoyed it here! 8.5/10 — the service and ambiance was sparkling, really elevating the overall experience. i loved the art, the individual bathrooms, our attentive waiter and the overall ambiance. the menu was full of thoughtful combinations that will have your mouth watering, seriously. - The water street punch caught my eye because of the reposado tequila, but it was so much more than i was expecting. Robust and bursting flavors, with the St-Germain Elderflower and the basil. The strawberry gave it a fresh sweetness, and the grapefruit juice gave it a sharp tartness. It was spritzy and refreshing, with a cute, thin slice of cucumber dusted with lime zest. I really enjoyed it! 9/10 - the n’awlins style baked oysters were fantastic, definitely recommend! they come on a bed of rich garlic herb butter, and have a cheesy, herbaceous crust. the butter really was unforgettable! We even ordered more bread to eat all of it. - the harbor salad was full of creamy chunks of avocado, lump crab, plump shrimp, bacon and sharp bright quality from the vinaigrette — just so fresh and light. i didn’t really enjoy how mushy the croutons became, but otherwise it was delicious.

J.A. Monta

We ordered the Old-Fashioned Deviled Eggs—great presentation and very good flavor. The Fish & Chips were hot, crispy, and delicious. The Harbour Salad had excellent seafood flavors and was very fresh. The atmosphere was wonderful, and the service was very good. We sat by the glass wall, which gave us an amazing view, almost like sitting on the patio. The Michelin Guide was spot-on with this recommendation.

Madeline

A lovely dinner spent with friends and great food. We sat outside which was pretty hot even in the shade - I wish there were a few more fans. The Fish and Chips were so tender and it was a lot for one person! The fish was Perch. The Tater Tots and Fried Pickles were fun appetizers to share amongst our table too. The staff were all very nice I just wish we didnt have to box our own leftovers! I will come back any day, though.

Diana

The food here was fantastic. I got the Great Lakes Fish and Chips; it’s perch and fried to perfection. They make pies daily, and even though I ordered apple pie, I never got the chance to eat it. But it looked delicious and smelled amazing. The service here was slow, unfortunately. Our server was a great person, but it seemed like she forgot about us a lot and made us crunch for time in our vacation as a result. The venue has cute paintings and a lot of fan fave props and things around to spark conversations at the table. Overall, I would recommend if you’re in the area. Not too pricey, and great quality.

2 years later. Stopped in again last week twice while visiting Tampa. I ordered the burger (loved it) & hubby ordered the Cuban (it was ok). The second time I sat at the bar and ordered a chicken san…

2 years later. Stopped in again last week twice while visiting Tampa. I ordered the burger (loved it) & hubby ordered the Cuban (it was ok). The second time I sat at the bar and ordered a chicken…

Fancy little spot downtown. Liked the ambiance a lot.\n\nI got a bloody mary. It was made to mychoice of spice level and served with a miller high life. Very quite tasty and came with bacon! We share…

I remember hearing that old line -- "location, location, location" -- and it popped into my head the moment we pulled up. Because at The Pearl, you're not just paying for a meal; you're paying for th…

Nice spot for a lunch if you are in the area, but not a spot I would choose for the restaurant itself, mostly because of the challenging parking situation. \n\nFried pickles were good. Not somethin…

Stunning experience with incredible food. Don't sleep on this place. Service with a smile and a great interior.

Stunning experience with incredible food. Don't sleep on this place. service with a smile and a great interior.

Ordered Wings, Chili shrimp, Fried Pickles, and Burger\nWings were very good 9/10\nChili shrimp were nothing special 5/10\nBurger was ordered medium rare and came out medium well. No lettuce pick…

We came here for brunch last weekend. The drinks were really good- we got espresso martinis! I would say the food wasn't top tier. I got the burger and it wasn't good at all. They do have good frie…

This restaurant is an example that sometimes location is everything and the 'only thing.' The food and drinks here are overpriced. The service is scarce. We ordered the fish-n-chips- it was a whole…

This is my go to for a good caesar ! I love anchovies and not a lot of places have caesar salad with actual anchovies! So it's always a delight to go here! They have happy hour from\n2-5 M-F. It co…

We had a lovely dinner. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was nice. The Pearl was recommended to us for our anniversary. It wasn't as romantic or quite as I would prefer but we had a ni…

This was a great place for lunch. The service was really nice and the lunch entrees were huge, so be sure to come with an appetite or plan on sharing. They offer a pre fix deal for lunch during the…

My family likes seafood especially oysters. Selections vary according to the day but there were choices. I had Thai mussels on the recommendation of our server Dawn. They were wonderful. Nice wine …

Visiting Tampa. Based on reviews this was one of the spots we decided to try. We had reservations for 4 and were seated immediately upon arrival. The atmosphere was nice and service was excellent.…

Be aware if you dine before games. \n\nI had to wait a few days before posting this. Let me start by saying our previous visit here before a hockey game was amazing is all aspects. This time everyt…

The food was mediocre. You’re paying for the location on water street. Disappointed I requested table in the front by the window so I could have a view. But the hostess was hesitant to place me the…

Just okay, expected more. Nice atmosphere -but for me the menu is odd and not cohesive. Appetizers were pretty decent especially the garlic shrimp and deviled eggs but my Harbor salad was terrib…

We were very disappointed with our experience at The Pearl last night. The food and drinks were generally good but not worth the $350 Spent on three people. The spoon bread though is always great. What was most disappointing was the service. Our waitress was very friendly, but extremely overworked. She was handling two rooms of tables on a Friday evening. It seemed by herself, so her visits to our table were infrequent to say the least. They also didn’t seem to have enough people working in the back bar because it would take almost 20 minutes to get a new drink. It’s too bad because this was a spot that we liked to take our guests when they came into town. We won’t be doing that anymore

Tom Henry

We were very disappointed with our experience at The Pearl last night. The food and drinks were generally good but not worth the $350 Spent on three people. The spoon bread though is always great. What was most disappointing was the service. Our waitress was very friendly, but extremely overworked. She was handling two rooms of tables on a Friday evening. It seemed by herself, so her visits to our table were infrequent to say the least. They also didn’t seem to have enough people working in the back bar because it would take almost 20 minutes to get a new drink. It’s too bad because this was a spot that we liked to take our guests when they came into town. We won’t be doing that anymore

Sat at the oyster bar around 10am hoping to have a few fresh oysters. The restaurant wasn't busy at all, yet we waited about 40 minutes without being served. When we finally asked a server for an u…

Sat at the oyster bar around 10am hoping to have a few fresh oysters. The restaurant wasn't busy at all, yet we waited about 40 minutes without being served. When we finally asked a server for an…

1 hour wait with reservation. Then server only helped half the table. Go here if you hate good food and service

I just saw a video online. You were rude to the customer and told them to leave for asking for food. So im giving 1 star we want food we want food we want food we want food we want food we want food …

I just saw a video online. You were rude to the customer and told them to leave for asking for food. So im giving 1 star we want food we want food we want food we want food we want food w…

This is my second time visiting this restaurant! The initial visit was great, However this time I ate inside the restaurant, The amount of fruit flies and swatting, I did while trying to eat my meal was ridiculous. I couldn’t enjoy my meal. I had to ask the waitress for something to cover the appetizers, which her response was that of this wasn’t a big deal. Then at one point the lighting became very dim, where it was difficult to see.. This experience was one that will make me think twice about visiting this restaurant again.

Marisol Rodriguez

This is my second time visiting this restaurant! The initial visit was great, However this time I ate inside the restaurant, The amount of fruit flies and swatting, I did while trying to eat my meal was ridiculous. I couldn’t enjoy my meal. I had to ask the waitress for something to cover the appetizers, which her response was that of this wasn’t a big deal. Then at one point the lighting became very dim, where it was difficult to see.. This experience was one that will make me think twice about visiting this restaurant again.