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Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar, Austin, TX

Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

4.7
4.7
3236 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 73 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

  • 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

  • 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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What 3,236 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Seafood

  • Austin

    Seafood

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the best restuarant I have ever been to in MY LIFE !!! Everything was top notch. I would cone here again. And bring all 10 of my friends.

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  2. Ashe

    Austin

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Perla’s never disappoints.

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  3. Dutchmoor

    Austin

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perla’s makes the best ceviche we’ve ever had. The service was superb, as were our dining choices. Malpeque oysters - supreme. And Cajun shrimp Caesar salad was excellent. Highly recommend Perla’s

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Central Texas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a wonderful experience! The food was delicious and our waiter was fantastic. Was slightly disappointed by the lack of gluten free options as one would think seafood would be naturally gluten free but the restaurant accommodated where they could. The validated parking was fantastic and such a cute location.

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  5. SabrinaA

    Austin

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    We went to Perla for our anniversary dinner (Perla did not acknowledge this in any way...very disappointing). The portions were tiny and the food tasted good, but for the high price and lack of celebration acknowledgement, I would choose another fine dining establishment for any future celebration.

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  6. HeidiW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Get better intenet... please... love freshness, service behind bar could be a bit better...

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  7. Pamny

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been meaning to eat at this Austin establishment for the last year and finally brought friends from out of town. It was so great. Everything about it - server was the nicest guy, we sat on the patio with our dog (they brought her a bowl of water) and the food was fabulous. The fried oysters were truly unforgettable. Will be back again and again...

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  8. LukeH

    Austin

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Never have had a bad experience on many visits to Perlas. Quality food and service.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the crab claws! Service was excellent!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent brunch experience. It was very expensive to be a brunch (more then 200) but it’s worth it. The mimosas and cocktails are amazing. The eggs Benedict with crab and the crab omelette were to die for. But then the Tres Leches French toast was fantastic. We love the location, the outdoor environment and the music. Our waiter was amazing and the rest of the employees too…we will be back for sure…you guys work so hard. Congratulations!!!!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The lobster bucatini was amazing! Loved the energy here and will definitely be back!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food and ambiance. Sat outside. Music a little too loud though

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, food was amazing! Would recommend any time. I hadn’t been in awhile so it’s definitely convinced me to come back

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  14. Jessica

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great dinner place on south congress! Crab cake was delicious!

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  15. ATXShawna

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perla's is consistently amazing - fresh, delicious fish/seafood/salads along with superb service and a chill ambiance. One of the best dining patios in all of Austin.

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  16. DawnG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We came here years ago, during a cold February. This trip was outside under a beautiful oak on the patio. Both were great! Service was terrific and timely! Prices seem to have kept pace with new tech arrivals, so not inexpensive… One Cava, cold oysters, one entree and side dish set us back +$200, without the tip. Parking is unreasonably high and the garage nearby is ridiculous. But if you have the dollars, there’s a fun, young, energetic crowd, even @ 11:45 on a week day!

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  17. VLgeorge

    Exclusive

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual everything about Perla's was excellent. The two fish dishes were moist and flavorful - perfect. The service was friendly, efficient and accurate with recommendations. Parking is validated easily. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys fish!

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  18. ChrisH

    Miami

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We arrived earlier than our reservation and they graciously sat us early. Wonderful grilled oysters for appetizer, crusted red snapper, juicy and buttery lobster roll and tasty fish and chips for dinner. Our waiter was spot on with his recommendations and service. Bravo Perlas

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional food and service. Staff is very attentive and the seafood is too quality.

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  20. JenniferG

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and amazing service! Took our parents for dinner and it was excellent. Highly recommend!

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  21. stephchef7

    Austin

    40 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Avoided the lunch crowd, and arrived around 1 PM. The service was friendly, although not particularly attentive. The wood-grilled oysters were flavorful and not overly spicy. Not sure how Perla’s sets its wood fires, however, the oysters had a faint taste of lighter fluid. My dining partner’s crab and grits were stiff and slightly gummy, not creamy, like they should have been. The brussels sprouts and fried okra were spot on. Food is usually better than today’s fare. Overall, lunch didn’t live up to the price or my expectations.

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  22. PeteB

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was terrific as always and the outdoor seating is among the best in Austin.

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  23. TejasV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Very nice Mother's Day brunch...the spicy shrimp dish was the best.

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  24. TraceyW

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding. Great service! Was a treat.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals of my life. The lobster bucatini was to die for. Cannot say enough good things about this place!

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  26. Jonisa

    Austin

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Perla's is the go to seafood restaurant in Austin. As a local, the only bad part is the number of tourist that are present. That is both about quality, location, and the amazing patio. In my opinion, the starters are the star of the menu. Service is always of high quality and tonight was no different.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great as usual. Been there many times and always want to go back

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  28. KimberleyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best seafood places I've ever been - try the grilled octopus and ceviche

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  29. RebeccaC

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oysters and jumbo shrimp cocktail were wonderful! No Casamigos Reposado, again. This is mostly the case here. And, the steak did not have much flavor. But other than that, we had a wonderful experience. Ken was a wonderful server we loved our table by the window. Will always come back!!!

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  30. AnnM

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alway a delicious meal & great service. My favorite place to eat when I’m on Austin.

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  31. SteveP

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal and great service. They turned the house music down a bit at our request.

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  32. KristiI

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great! Food good, waitress attentive. No wait time, stayed long and didn’t feel rushed

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  33. ahollabeck

    Austin

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    I'd been looking forward to taking my dad to lunch at Perla's for quite some time. Due to unforeseen emergencies we kept having to reschedule. Today was the day! The hostess was quite nice and sat at a table that I had requested. Our waiter was nice but service did tend to lack once someone showed up (not sure who the person was but well known by all the staff that seemed to frequent the table and ensure this man and woman were taken care of -- often taking care of them before their other tables). We got the calamari: not seasoned and rings were extremely chewy, legs were decent. For main my dad got the crispy snapper (nothing crispy about it) but the fish was cooked well and had a pleasant taste -- the spinach was typical -- and the red sauce, was, not very good. I got the grilled redfish on the half shell -- let me tell you when I say if I was the chef I wouldnt have sent this out. It was so charred and burnt -- burnt pieces were over the plate and took over the taste of the fish -- you couldnt take a bite without getting burnt segments. I had 2 bites and said, I just cant. My dad tasted it and was surprised how unpleasant it was. He kept trying to give me some of his snapper but each portion was maybe 3-4 ounces so told him to have his fish. The waiter noticed I didnt touch my fish but refused to acknowledge it so I even turned the fish over so next time he came over all he saw was a square of blackness. All he did was pick up the plate and walk away; nothing said and brought the bill. Yes, I should have said something but honestly was a little taken back. To pay $150 for seasonless calamari and 2 pieces of fish that should have equaled one portion, one of which was inedible, I dont see myself ever coming back.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great spot for a nicer casual dinner, oysters were great and cocktails were unique.

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  35. KatherineL

    Austin

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    We love Perlas. Albeit pricey, it's generally worth it. This time had a few bumps because they were out of some wines on their list and we had to compromise pretty substantially on what we drank with the food. The server was pleasant but we didn't see her much. I appreciate that they have runners filling water so it never got low.

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  36. Richard

    Houston

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perla’s is terrific, with one exception. The food was great, such as the lobster pasta, tuna tostadas, and wedge salad. The server was great, as well as the host staff who got us out on the patio. The ambiance was terrific outside on the patio. So we just love Perlas. But beware the parking there because if you go over the two hours allotted, you might get — as I did — a bizarre threatening letter from the scam parking service demanding $10 and a $60 fine or they will go after you including booting your car! So beware parking!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great oysters best I’ve ever had, great service, and every appetizer was delicious. The staff is very attentive to detail!!

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  38. MrsJackson87

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tony was a wonderful server, his recommendations were great, and the complimentary anniversary wine was greatly appreciated. He made us feel like we belonged there. The food was good (favorite was the grilled oysters) and the ambience was fun. Would stop in again if in the area.

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  39. KimT

    Austin

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Everything was good except the host was rude and disrespectful.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    69 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We loved the food and the vibe at Perla's. Service was a bit slow to get us started, but it was very attentive once we got rolling. The oysters on the half shell were the server's choice, and he got it right. Stick with the fish mains because they are terrific. The only downside was that it rained and they had to move us inside, but they did it right before the mains came out. All in all, we'd definitely go back.

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FAQs

Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 3236 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 73 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

  • 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

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