Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

Name: Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar
Address: 1400 S Congress Suite B100, Austin, TX, United States, 78704
Telephone: (737) 271-3200
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

3123 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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Perla's offers fresh fish and oysters flown in daily from both coasts with an emphasis on sourcing from the gulf and locations around the world. The bar makes delicious coastal cocktails and the wine list is stocked with fun sparkling, rosé & white wines.
Perla's has Austin’s prettiest oak-shaded patio and a comfortable airy dining room featuring a huge saltwater fishtank, poured concrete oyster bar and open kitchen.

Learn more about McGuire Moorman Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mcguiremoorman.com.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Seafood, Continental
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(737) 271-3200
Website
http://www.perlasaustin.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Larry McGuire, Tommy Moorman
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar can accommodate all your special event needs.
Private party contact
Fallon Gaskamp: (855) 482-0732

Location
1400 S Congress, Suite B100, Austin, TX 78704
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Gibson
Parking details
There is validated parking in the garage located behind Perla's.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Beausoleil, NB$22.00
Fancy Sweet, NB$22.00
Fin De La Baie, NB$22.00
Raspberry Point, PEI$21.00
Caribou, NS$22.00
Tatamagouche, NS$20.00
Wallace Bay, NS$21.00
Sheepscott, ME$20.00
Cotuit, MA$22.00
Onset, MA$22.00
Petite Standish, MA$18.00
Rocky Harbor, MA$20.00
Standish Shore, MA$20.00
Malpeque, RI$18.00
Moonstone, RI$22.00
Rhode Island Wilds, RI$22.00
Umami, RI$22.00
Mystic, CT$22.00
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$18.00
Tuna Tartare with a Quail Egg, Baguette Crostini*$16.00
Gulf White Fish & Shrimp Ceviche$16.00
Oyster Shooter: Tito's Vodka, Horseradish, Bloody Mix, Lim$8.00
Perla's Poco Platter$70.00
Perla's Grande Platter$115.00

Appetizers, Soups, & Sides

Homemade Daily Doughnut$4.00
House Made Pop Tarts$6.00
Cornmeal Fried Oysters$13.00
with Chili Morita
Wood Grilled Oysters$15.00
Creole Tomato Butter, Lambert's Bacon, Bread Crumbs
Salt and Jalapeno Pepper Fried Calamari$14.00
with Green Sauce & Marinara
Perla's Iceberg Wedge$12.00
Lump Crab, Green Onion, Cherry Tomatoes, Thousand Island Dressing
Bay Scallop Pozole Verde$10.00
Radish, Cabbage, Lime, Herbs
Cream Of Potato & Sunchoke$12.00
Lobster Knuckles, Crispy Bacon, Tarragon
Roasted Pepper, Clam & Crab Chowder$13.00
Littlenecks, Celery, Romesco, Baguette
Brandied Baked Grapefruit$3.00
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Cup$6.00
House Granola, Yogurt, Berries$6.00
2 Eggs Any Way$6.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon$5.00
Wood Grilled House Made Breakfast Sausage$5.00
Yukon Gold Griddle Cakes with Créme Fraiche & Chive$7.00
Handcut Shoestring Fries$7.00
Lobster Stock, Cheddar, & Green Onion Grits$7.00

Sandwiches

Served with Shoestring Fries or Daikon Slaw

Grilled Texas Gulf Drum, Housemade Tartar$14.00
Lobster Roll, Bibb Lettuce, House Mayo, Drawn Butter$30.00
Oyster or Shrimp Po-Boy$13.00
Remoulade, Shredded Lettuce, Tomato, Dill Pickle, French Roll
Cheeseburger, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Special Sauce$15.00
House Confit Ahi Tuna Melt, Pickles, Vermont Cheddar$16.00

Plates

Breakfast Bouillabaisse$25.00
Crispy Poached Egg, Saffron Rouille, Grilled French Bread
Oak Grilled Branzini Scramble$21.00
Chive Scrambled Farm Eggs, Fennel & Orange Salad
Wood Grilled Sausage, Oysters, Egg in the Hole$18.00
House Breakfast Sausage, Three Grilled Oysters
Big Blue Banana & Bacon$17.00
One Large Buttermilk & Banana Pancake, Wild Blueberries, Whipped Cream & Creme Fraiche, Maple Syrup, House Bacon
Brioche French Toast$16.00
MoonlightBakery Brioche, Coconut Sorbet, Maple Syrup, Fresh Berries, Toasted Coconut
Crab Florentine$23.00
English Muffin, Poached Eggs, Lump Crab, Griddled Tomato, Lemon Spinach, Hollandaise
Steak Ranchero$21.00
Oak Grilled Hanger Steak with Jalapeno Butter, Two Fried Eggs, Three Pepper Ranchero Sauce, Handcut Fries
Lobster Omelette$24.00
Farm Eggs, White Cheddar, Creme Fraiche, Caviar, Baby Lettuce Salad
Lobster & Egg White Fritatta$24.00
Asparagus Tips, Roasted Tomatoes, Avocado, Basil
Breakfast Crab Cake$21.00
Sunny Side Up Egg, Caramelized Endive, Arugula, Sauce Gribiche
Seared Ahi Tuna & Quinoa$22.00
Cucumber, Black Olive, Toasted Pine Nuts, Avocado Crema

Cocktails

Frozen Delight$10.00
Please ask your server about the Daily Frozen Cocktail
Filibuster$10.00
Gin, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Maple Syrup, Orange Bitters
Sea Turtle$10.00
Vodka, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Lemon, Mint
Hibiscus Pisco Sour$10.00
Pisco Porton, Hibiscus Liqueur, Lime, Egg White
El Toro$10.00
Sotol Silver, St. Germain, Citrus, Jalapeno, Fresno Pepper, Sea Salt
Caesar$10.00
Tito's Vodka, House Bloody Mix, Clamato, Celery Salt, Pickled Green Beans
Corpse Reviver$10.00
Gin, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, Lemon

What 3,123 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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SaraS
Austin
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
An Austin staple!! Love their seafood staples, and their service is always impeccable.
MB
MBNOLA2LA
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant; oak grilled food; amazing ambiance. Keep up the great work!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Mark was a gem. One of our party was late and he was sure to extend the brunch menu for us to accommodate. ALL of the food was excellent. Overall great experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The meal/dining experience was one of the best we have ever had.
HM
HeidiM
Nashville
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall1food4service1ambience4
This was such a hard res to book - they fill up so far in advance! I booked a table 60 days ago and was so happy to have a reservation. Our server was so jittery and inattentive that he was either coked up or just that poorly trained. Dirty dishes sat for ages, drinks and food weren’t brought to the table — he was flat out bad.
AF
AustinFoodie
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chose Perla’s for it’s reputation on a special birthday brunch and they fully lived up to and exceeded expectations! Wife was elated with oysters and the key lime dessert was the best I have ever had.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always fresh seafood! Great service as well. Alot of people were dressed up in Halloween costumes enjoy Hallows eve, what fun!
A
Alice
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great, delicious dinner! Highly recommend this restaurant.
t
travisn
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had been putting off going to Perlas for the longest time. My girlfriend and I’s 4 year anniversary was this past week and we decided to go and man are we glad we did. It was incredible.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good and Ken was great. I was a little disappointed that my risotto was missing beech mushrooms. I’m not a fan when the menu states the ingredients and take them out without notice. But overall the experience was great.
DF
DisneyFan
Nashville
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great location. Ken our waiter and (Gabby?) the manager were very personable.
v
vbo99
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Good food, overcrowded and noisy Service was good but waitress was overwhelmed
CG
CarolynG
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My brother and I have enjoyed your restaurant over the years... as our "go to" spot every time he visits. Our visit yesterday did not disappoint. Our server was magnificent and the food did not disappoint... we enjoy sitting on the patio, and love the warmed area... thanks for a lovely dining experience.
F
Food4thought
Phoenix
86 reviews
vip
5.0
86 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I had lots of menu questions, and we had a great waiter, who knew the dishes well and could answer them all, making great suggestions. Dined with my husband. We shared a nice salad, then each had a fish dish. They were very different: my crispy gulf snapper was excellent. My husband had grouper that was equally excellent. Didn’t have room for dessert….would definitely go back!
ES
ESeattle
San Diego
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Wonderful service. We are from Seattle so the seafood isn’t quite as fresh tasting, but would definitely go back for a special occasion. $200-ish for 2 entrees, 2 drinks, 2 apps.
BJ
BaileyJ
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious as always!
LM
LarryM
Indiana
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Very good dining experience at Perla’s. The restaurant was crowded, but we were promptly seated on arrival on time for our reservation. We split a wedge salad, which is covered with crab meat & delicious. My wife enjoyed the grouper, while my crunchy snapper was delicious. We shared a butterscotch pot du creme for dessert which was fantastic. Only shortcomings were it’s noisy, and the service is a little disjointed with different individuals taking our order, delivering food & clearing the table.
JS
JasonS
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Was great. Met my national educator for George Dickel Whisky.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server (I might be messing up the spelling), Zach, was incredibly kind!! We enjoyed celebrating my grandmother with some very delicious dishes.
MB
MichaelB
Austin
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and atmosphere! One of our go to spots!
J
Jimmy
Atlanta
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful! Great food and ambiance !
DH
DelH
Houston
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The raw oysters, broiled oysters, halibut and lobster tagliatelle are all awesome!!! Love Perla’s!
EP
EdwinP
Seattle
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
The halibut was fine but quite small.The salads had to much dressing the sides had to flavor.
DS
DSenior
Houston
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant was great. My wife and I had lunch there. Sat outside and were very comfortable. Server Justin was excellent. We shared crab cake, grilled oysters, gazpacho. All were excellent. Hush puppies were provided as a taster and were very good. Crab cake came with a salad on the side and some bread. We dipped the bread in the extra sauce from the oysters - nice. The gazpacho had a cheese toast on the side unlike any cheese toast we have ever had. All in all a very enjoyable experiencde.
LC
LynnC
Houston
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our meal was extraordinary. We will be back!
SB
ShannaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience for our birthday. Loved the way the server was attentive.
KF
KevinF
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kudos to the chefs. The food here is simply amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So good Must go
RM
RustyM
Austin
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Their food is amazing. Great service. Not Cheap. Need less expensive wine selections. Ambiance is great inside or out. one of my favorites in Austin.
T
Toonskis
Austin
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Our 45th anniversary reservation table was in a busy spot next to the kitchen and restrooms. So busy and noisy. Very distracting. It was after 2pm we were only offered a brunch menu. Disappointing. But the service and food were good. The seafood is so fresh and well prepared.
AH
AmandaH
Central Texas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant for seafood and a night out. It’s our 4-5th time and we wouldn’t go back unless it was fantastic EVERY time!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Cioppino…best I’ve ever had. Order extra broth and bread..thank me later
MN
MorganN
Dallas
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ahi tuna tostadas are AMAZING!
p
pattiecw
Austin
17 reviews
vip
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience3
Food is always good. Didn’t have enough servers. Noise level was off the chart. Too hot to sit outside.
KM
KathyM
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is delicious as always and our server was great! Had a business lunch and Perla's allowed me to extend the time to accomodate a guest that came later. Resteraunt is right in the HUB of activity and shopping.
AW
AubreyW
Austin
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Servers were amazing, meal was great. Everything was perfect to impress clients.
DW
DanielleW
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I enjoyed a wonderful romantic birthday dinner on the outside patio.
SH
StuH
Austin
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall2food5service5ambience5
All was good and fair priced. Beer $7 each, but I just ordered a glass of house Chardonnay… small portion. Got the bill and it was $22 a glass.. that’s unbelievable. At least kiss me before you frack me!
AU
dcmAUS
Austin
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I had heard great things and was excited to finally try this place. Outstanding oyster selection. Great fish as well. Inside seating was packed, but service was great and we could hear each other talk. I would definitely go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Mexico City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always on point. Every dish, every drink plus the service.

FAQs

Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 3123 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Google Map for Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

1400 S Congress, Suite B100, Austin, TX 78704

Additional information

Cross street
Gibson
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Continental
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is validated parking in the garage located behind Perla's.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Larry McGuire, Tommy Moorman
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.perlasaustin.com/
Phone number
(737) 271-3200
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar can accommodate all your special event needs.
Private party contact
Fallon Gaskamp: (855) 482-0732

Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

Make a reservation

Additional information

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Cold Bar

Beausoleil, NB$22.00

Fancy Sweet, NB$22.00

Fin De La Baie, NB$22.00

Raspberry Point, PEI$21.00

Caribou, NS$22.00

Tatamagouche, NS$20.00

Wallace Bay, NS$21.00

Sheepscott, ME$20.00

Cotuit, MA$22.00

Onset, MA$22.00

Petite Standish, MA$18.00

Rocky Harbor, MA$20.00

Standish Shore, MA$20.00

Malpeque, RI$18.00

Moonstone, RI$22.00

Rhode Island Wilds, RI$22.00

Umami, RI$22.00

Mystic, CT$22.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$18.00

Tuna Tartare with a Quail Egg, Baguette Crostini*$16.00

Gulf White Fish & Shrimp Ceviche$16.00

Oyster Shooter: Tito's Vodka, Horseradish, Bloody Mix, Lim$8.00

Perla's Poco Platter$70.00

Perla's Grande Platter$115.00

Appetizers, Soups, & Sides

Homemade Daily Doughnut$4.00

House Made Pop Tarts$6.00

Cornmeal Fried Oysters$13.00

Wood Grilled Oysters$15.00

Salt and Jalapeno Pepper Fried Calamari$14.00

Perla's Iceberg Wedge$12.00

Bay Scallop Pozole Verde$10.00

Cream Of Potato & Sunchoke$12.00

Roasted Pepper, Clam & Crab Chowder$13.00

Brandied Baked Grapefruit$3.00

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Cup$6.00

House Granola, Yogurt, Berries$6.00

2 Eggs Any Way$6.00

Applewood Smoked Bacon$5.00

Wood Grilled House Made Breakfast Sausage$5.00

Yukon Gold Griddle Cakes with Créme Fraiche & Chive$7.00

Handcut Shoestring Fries$7.00

Lobster Stock, Cheddar, & Green Onion Grits$7.00

Sandwiches

Grilled Texas Gulf Drum, Housemade Tartar$14.00

Lobster Roll, Bibb Lettuce, House Mayo, Drawn Butter$30.00

Oyster or Shrimp Po-Boy$13.00

Cheeseburger, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Special Sauce$15.00

House Confit Ahi Tuna Melt, Pickles, Vermont Cheddar$16.00

Plates

Breakfast Bouillabaisse$25.00

Oak Grilled Branzini Scramble$21.00

Wood Grilled Sausage, Oysters, Egg in the Hole$18.00

Big Blue Banana & Bacon$17.00

Brioche French Toast$16.00

Crab Florentine$23.00

Steak Ranchero$21.00

Lobster Omelette$24.00

Lobster & Egg White Fritatta$24.00

Breakfast Crab Cake$21.00

Seared Ahi Tuna & Quinoa$22.00

Cocktails

Frozen Delight$10.00

Filibuster$10.00

Sea Turtle$10.00

Hibiscus Pisco Sour$10.00

El Toro$10.00

Caesar$10.00

Corpse Reviver$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews