Charles + Dinorah’s - Pearl Hotel

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   Cris

   New England

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on September 22, 2022

   overall3food2service3ambience5

   My review is mostly based on service that evening, which was a bit slow or neglectful, but it may be due to short-staff & also a movie being shown. The dish I ordered (Seasonal Salad --- feta, mint, cucumber, watermelon, etc) was horribly prepared. The cucumber chunks were absolutely CHUNKS. No way to humanly eat them without cutting them smaller or taking multiple bites out of them. The kitchen staff should prepare this salad better for actual consumption without the guest needing to cut them smaller. This was my gripe, but overall the ambiance and the movie & dinner concept was really nice. In the future, I would order something else to better enjoy the evening & event.

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   pots

   San Diego

   11 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on August 21, 2022

   overall2food1service3ambience1

   Worst experience at the Pearl in our many years of coming. My drink was served half full, like it had been made full, but spilled before it got to us. Food was bland and tired. Charcuterie cheese still had pieces of foil on it. A group of young adults (maybe 10?) were having a pool party right beside us. I know the dining area is poolside. But this kegger-like party ruined the dining experience. We miss the old menus and food prep.

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   Jett

   San Diego

   24 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   24 reviews

   Dined on August 20, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delicious oysters, salt & pepper Calamari and the Mary's chicken was awesome. We wanted the muscle but they were sold out. Must have ice-cream for desert!

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4. TY

   TaylorY

   San Diego

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on August 18, 2022

   overall5food5service4ambience4

   Incredible menu and excellent execution of their creative offerings. Fun, mid-century modern atmosphere. Perfect for a summer evening dining by the pool.

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   Barrie

   Western NC

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on August 14, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Maddie was our server. She was very knowledgable and delightful. She's your best server we've experienced at your restaurant. The Salmon was the fish of the day and it was prepared perfectly and sooo fresh. The cauliflower dish was not up to par and was a 1 out of 5 (5 being the highest). Very limited wine list.

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Diego

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on August 13, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We love it!! Out go to restaurant in pl…casual yet stylish, food was amazing, ambiance beyond fab!! Server was darling!!…we can’t wait to go back!!

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   RobChi

   Exclusive

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on August 13, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   Met some friends and had a nice evening. Cocktails were good, service was just the right speed (not rushed and not slow) and the tuna was grilled just right.

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New England

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on August 13, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience5

   How did we not know about this place? It’s so interesting, great drinks, super friendly staff and the food was good.

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   Alex

   San Diego

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on August 3, 2022

   overall4food3service5ambience4

   The fish dishes were exceptional, the pasta dish was not. The charcuterie board was uninspired and uninspiring and this is the only time EVER that I don’t regret skipping dessert. The service was perfect.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This place is SO CUTE and the food was excellent as well. Great for a quite date night they even play movies outside.

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Movie by the pool was a blast.

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12. CM

    CarolM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience4

    Cute place with fun ambiance. Good cocktails but the food was just okay and kind of bland.

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    XimenaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food, service, location and decorations, definitely a must if you visit San Diego

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14. VE

    VictorE

    San Joaquin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    This place was near our hotel and walked up on it. Very cool retro hotel with nice quaint restaurant with tasty food and nice cocktails.

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    Walter

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    An absolute fun place for dinner and the atmosphere is first class. Staff is friendly and fun. A definite place to go.

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16. DG

    DinerGirl

    San Diego

    104 reviews

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    2.0

    104 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2022

    overall2food2service1ambience5

    My friend and I are huge lovers of the Pearl and all its offerings such as the restaurant. Been patrons for two decades. However, last night the service was abysmal and the food was just OK; nothing great - at least for the hefty pricing. My biggest gripe is the lackluster menu and terrible service. Our waiter was rather new and doing his best and delightful nonetheless. Hopefully the restaurant will get their act together sooner than later.

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    joyfulone

    Portland

    3 reviews

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    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience5

    We love the ambiance and service at The Pearl. Just wish that their menu was on the same level. The seasonal watermelon salad was outstanding but the BBQ Chicken was very disappointing. We would definitely come more often if the food was better.

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    CHfiles

    San Diego

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    So glad the Pearl is back ! The new chef is great.

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 26, 2022

    overall1food3service3ambience2

    We order oysters, crudo, and other items. They were out of all

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience5

    Love this olace. But they need to get staff hired and a dinner menu going. We hear they will have a menu again in a few weeks

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    Jonesy

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Star rating based on previous visits, we love this place. But unfortunately when we visited Wednesday evening With an open table reservation confirmed, were told simply." The kitchen is closed, but you can get drinks at the bar" at 7:00pm?! Staff was polite, but we came for dinner. Why couldn't the reservation be blocked, declined, or even lacking that call us? Why did we need to wast the trip only to scramble for a last minute seating elsewhere?

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    My experience was terrible. I made a reservation over a month in advance. When we got to the restaurant, we were told it was closed. I was never told. No email, no phone call. The supervisor, Anthony, feigned a weak apology and then when we asked for help finding a different reservation, he mocked us. Charles+Dinorah made no effort to make this right. As a result, we left hungry and embarrassed and it took a while to find something else. This restaurant treated me like garbage. If you are a respectful person and expect the same from a restaurant, or at least value your time, I strongly recommend that you eat someplace else!

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23. F

    Foodie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience2

    The retro vibe is cool but was extremely disappointed with the food as our entrees were not cooked properly and needed to be sent back. The drinks were ok not a lot of flavor. Would not go back again or recommend to anyone.

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    Nattie

    San Diego

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    If I could give a place a 100/10 it would be this spot. The ambiance, the food, the movies playing were amazing. Such a perfect date night spot!

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    FrankT

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Great food. Interesting and perfectly prepared. We had pan seared salmon and the chicken skewer, with ice cream sandwich and seasonal crisp for desert. Two caveats: First, there is no restaurant parking-hotel guests only, which means you will probably have to walk a couple of blocks. Second, the seating is outside in a courtyard next to the pool. We were there on a blustery night in early March. There are heaters that work well, and we were dressed warmly, so it wasn't a problem. Just be aware and prepared.

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    Fargie

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A really cool place with terrific unique drinks. The vibe is terrific. We will return for sure!

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27. LB

    LisaB

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    Great unique setting.. charming to dine and have a cocktail!

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28. DM

    DianneM

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We celebrated my brother-in-law’s birthday. The service and cuisine did not disappoint. We love the ambience! Thanks C+D for the special evening.

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    beths

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food, service, ambiance…EXCELLENT!

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    Bailea

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2022

    overall5food2service5ambience5

    Great night maybe just pick wisely from the menu. Food while good and tasty was strangely proportioned and all quite rich and greasy. Needed a few healthier sides to go with perhaps. The portions were odd- Tiny bit of sauce or tiny bit of ice cream. Service was amazing especially on a busy night. All in all cool hip place, fun decor, yum drinks. We’re local and will be back! The music Diana Campos was fantastic.

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31. BB

    BBBB

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Relaxed yet upscale environment and incredible food! Pleasantly surprised by our entire experience and will definitely be back!

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    DianneM

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Planned a couple’s date night for my husband’s birthday. This was our first time at C+D and had a fantastic experience. We loved the quaint ambience and was even more wowed with our drinks and food. We took advantage of happy hour and shared the carpaccio, butter lettuce salad and skewers…all delicious. We each had two cocktails and my husband was treated to a wonderful ice cream sandwich for dessert. We will definitely come back!

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    MGerald

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Good and drinks were excellent!

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2022

    overall2food4service1ambience2

    My boyfriend and I had reservations early on New Year’s Eve’s, maybe a little to early. The waitstaff was still trying to get everything ready for the night and were not attentive at all. They also had very aggressive and b*tchy undertone whenever we would ask a question about the menu. The drinks were strong and the food was good but just nothing special. They also include a 20% tip in the total fyi.

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35. SA

    SerinaA

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great as always! Such a hidden gem. I’ve been coming for years and the food, drink, and service never disappoints.

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36. DG

    DinerGirl

    San Diego

    104 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    104 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2021

    overall5food3service5ambience5

    We love the Pearl for so many reasons. One being that the bar tender makes the best cocktails and the wait staff is excellent. Further, concerning the food, quality is there. I am disappointed however that they have changed their menu and now there are just tapas-like food to order or a very expensive piece of meat or fish. Please bring back your delicious roasted beet salad and your short rib dish which was outstanding.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2021

    overall2food2service5ambience1

    Portions were small and my husband got sick from fish tacos. My eggplant was over dry and bot very imaginative.

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and desert!

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience3

    Quick service but would have been better if food wasn’t faster than drink service. Also could ease off the extra sprinkling of salt. But herb bread, crudo, watermelon salad, baked oysters and pork chop were excellent

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    JHHHS

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2021

    overall3food3service5ambience5

    Ambiance was great. Drinks were good. I have a chip on my shoulder by making a reservation on Open Table and then receiving a nasty gram this am accusing us of not showing for the reservation. So that took away from over all feeling. Food was average. But go visit just due to how unique the place is.

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