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

3089 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

Jul 1, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 33 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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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 3,089 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Sage
St. Louis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
We loved the food and our server was - for the most part - very attentive. However, the interior is very loud when busy with several patrons. Suggest you visit, but only perhaps when you can sit outside and not bake in the Austin heat.
BE
BenE
Austin
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food and service were great. I’d suggest sitting outside for the best experience. Inside isn’t anything special.
O
Onelongtable
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was superb, but just as superb was our server Zachary
JA
JuanA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is exquisite, the service was also impeccable. All the drink and food recommendations we got were spot on. The seafood is delicious. The oysters were fresh and they have an excellent variety of East Coast and West Coast. I would highly recommend for a date night, a special occasion, or just a fun, casual night out. I will be coming back without a doubt.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience2
We have always loved Perlas but this time it had been mo the since our last visit & we were disappointed over all. Oysters were a hit per usual. The Lobster Pasta, Fish & Chips & Crispy Snapper were also good. Lobster dish is a great portion. The tomato with the crispy Sapper was great. The Snapper dish is certainly on the lighter end. Service certainly lacked. The server couldn’t be bothered to show excitement or explain a dish more than the menu stated when we asked. The wine for the meal came after a reminder mid dish. Sodas were pretty flat. When a refresh was brought, the new soda was still flat. Temperature inside the restaurant was also fairly warm. Overall under impressed with service compared to the past. Certainly doesn’t get us jumping to go back anytime soon.
I
Iaracely
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food at Perla’s is delicious! The oysters are fresh and delicious as well.
JD
JoeD
Austin
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've been waiting to go to Perla's for quite some time and we were not disappointed! Everything we had the entire evening was excellent from the cocktails right through to the desserts. Crabcakes and BBQ shrimp first coursed were both perfect and our first cocktails were served quickly and delicious. All four of us were thrilled with our entrees and the only problem was whose was the best. Very good bottle of Zinfandel which was a delight. Key Lime Semifreddo and Salted Butterscotch Pot de Crème for dessert, shared amongst all were the perfect finish for a wonderful dinner. We stayed two hours and enjoyed every minute of our stay. Our waiter, Ken, was attentive, kind, and helpful. The only negative was the cost, but I think you get what you pay for and it was completely worth it. Perlas is now on our short list for a special occasion restaurant.
LD
LuisD
Austin
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great Service. I had their lobster roll. It was okay but not great. It was worth the try to to see if the seafood was as good or better than the East Coast.
JM
JacquiM
Pittsburgh
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was fabulous!
N
Nancy
Dallas
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
In town for son’s graduation! We ate out side and from the oyster apps , lobster bisque, salads and Lobster Bucatini (?sp), it was all amazing! Our service was impeccable! I cannot speak highly enough about Perla’s, it is a definite must go to in Austin.
M
Maria
Charleston
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and ambience. Service was attentive. I would definitely recommend dining here.
F
Foodie
New York Area
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food all around. Will definitely come back when I’m in Austin again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
The food was delicious and the outside patio was nice on a summer day. My steak was not a bit over cooked, but the oysters had made our day.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Aesthetic and location were great. Wasn’t a fan of the food and menu options for brunch. Okay, but wouldn’t recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edmonton
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome as always!
TP
TyP3
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a great dining experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and ambiance were impeccable
K
Katie
Austin
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always love Perlas. Great service from Dylan and I can’t get over how good the potato crusted sea bass was
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was able to get a table on the patio which was great!
B
Bdelicious
Philadelphia
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing lobster bisque - a must have! Also had the lobster roll and it was piled high with lobster meat.
T
Taylor
Dallas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
super great atmosphere and food, one of the best restaurants i’ve been to in austin!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very cape cod ish vibe, loved the food
c
csmith
Dallas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This peace is great.
AH
AmyH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We chose Perla’s for our 16th anniversary dinner this year and it did not disappoint. The oysters were amazing and fresh as well as everything else we ordered. Even better than our dinner was the service. Dylan was our server and he did an outstanding job of taking care of us and making sure we had the best time. This was an anniversary that we will never forget!
C
Cindy
Seattle
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food. Great fresh oysters. Highly recommend!
H
Happydiner
Las Vegas
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
Great food and great ambiance. Waiter was not terribly attentive but still good service.
JG
JustinG
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed Perla’s Poco Grande Platter. Really delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Food and Service!
WE
WeEat
Sacramento
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the Poco Platter and everything was amazing!
F
Foodlovin
San Diego
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great ambiance, great food with a good menu, and great service.
DH
DougH
Sacramento
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We booked reservations two weeks before our trip to Austin...and were not disappointed...truly wonderful experience...great food, Mark F was fantastic explaining the menu...a highlight of our trip...
M
Mateo
Austin
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
We arrived 10 minutes early for our 6:15 pm reservation and were hoping to dine outside. There was one table left on the patio. The hostess told us it was being held. My 77-year-old father politely asked how it was being held when they don't accommodate "outside specific" reservations. It was a legitimate question. The hostess replied with an uncomfortable amount of hostility that it was being held for the owner. Totally legitimate reason delivered in a totally appalling tone. Think "Mean Girls". I was so taken aback by her rudeness that I didn't think to ask which one. (Perla's is owned by McGuire Moorman Hospitality). She sat us at a table in the corner. The food was ok. The fish was all exceptionally fresh, but the preparation isn't as stellar as it used to be. Good, but not excellent. The fried okra was tasty, but half of the order was inedible because it was so tough and stringy. Shame on us for ordering a summer vegetable in March. Shame on them for poor quality control. Our server Travis was a doll. Pleasant and professional. As we left we noticed that one outdoor table was occupied by a group of girls who appeared to be the hostess's friends. We probably won't be back.
s
sfrick
Charleston
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perla’s had some of the best seafood we have ever tasted. The redfish was prepared just perfectly and the crusted snapper was delicious! Definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone dining in Austin.
KK
KristiK
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous in every way. Terrific service and food. Love this place.
BS
BradS
New Mexico
69 reviews
vip
5.0
69 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food and service very good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Love this place. The food and service is always good.
JC
JackC
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
This was a birthday celebration dinner and Perla's was a great choice. Excellent service and great food
EB
ElizabethB
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Phenomenal experience, Cassidy really took the time to explain the different types of Oyster
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience4
Inattentive service. Items left out of order, so no entree for one of our party. Good excellent. Obvious in trying to move our table. Would likely go back but w trepidation.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Delicious food

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Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 3089 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

Jul 1, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 33 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

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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

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