The Pearl – Tampa

The Pearl – Tampa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Deanne VIP

   Atlanta8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Food fantastic, service a little slow. Would resist at a quieter time
   

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   Becky

   Hawaii1 review

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great spot. A little pricey for an average meal but everything was delicious.
   

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   Mary VIP

   Tampa160 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Wanted to love it but ........The restaurant is very nice looking. Our server was very unfriendly. The restaurant was very busy, but that is no excuse. She would remain gone for long periods of time. When asked for a refill or to order dessert she was very short with us. Not sure why. My hanger steak entree was not good. The meat tasted off. Perhaps spoiled. I did not eat it. Hoping that I didn't have to complain that they would see that the meat was not eaten and at least ask why so I could tell them. I didn't not want to complain about food in front of my guests. It was a business meeting. I of course, expected to pay for it as I ordered it, but there was not even any recognition when she took the plate away. Odd. Chicken sandwiches were overcooked. French fries were excellent. Peanut butter pie was excellent. I did happen to meet the manager on the way to the restroom. And he was quite kind in showing me around the rest of the restaurant. But I don't think I would go back .
   

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   Kaley

   Miami1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The roasted chicken never disappoints and the hanger steak was incredible. We were in a back room so it was quieter than the normal dining room
   

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   stephan

   Tampa19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 30, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was our second dinner before the hockey game. Had reservations. Seated quickly. Excellent server. I had a cup of the clam chowder and it was very tasty. Good wine selection. Can also do 6 oz or 9 oz. My wife and I had the snapper, and, like before, very good. Highly recommend. Pricing for the dish was reasonable. My wife and I love the place.
   

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   Tonya VIP

   Orlando3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 30, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   They do a god job with great service and great food.
   

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   Melanee

   Indiana3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 29, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my second visit to The Pearl, the food was delicious and the atmosphere is great.
   

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   Shonta VIP

   Philadelphia110 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I had a great time celebrating with my daughter. The food esp shrimp and grits are delicious along with the PE island oysters and deviled eggs. I enjoyed the spacious tables and great drinks! I appreciate the Fiji water!
   

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   Nancy

   Tampa25 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was a first visit and we will definitely return. The oyster selection was excellent. We shared a burger which came split and separately plated with all the accoutrements. The service was superior.
   

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    Lindsay VIP

    Atlanta3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3

    Place was PACKED when we got there at 5:15pm on a Saturday. They were 30 minutes late seating us even though we had a reservation. The ambiance is fine, they're were just WAY too many people packed in there, we could barely walk back to our seats. Food was fine, but nothing to write home about. Everything we had, down to the dessert, lacked any real flavor. The best part of the experience was our server, she was lovely. And so we're the hosts up front. Not mad about the experience, but we most likely won't go back. There are better places on Water Street.
    

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