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The Pearl, Bluffton, SC

The Pearl

4.7 (3020)
$30 and under
Seafood
55 Calhoun Street, Bluffton, SC 29910

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Bringing to Old Town Bluffton a bright, fresh take on the dining experience, The Pearl Kitchen & Bar will please your palate with the freshest of ingredients prepared in a manner that will excite, entice, and keep you coming back for more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nate Clepper
  • Neighborhood
    Bluffton
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    REID RICHMOND every Thursday & Friday from 6-9JOHN WASEM every Saturday from 6-9
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,020 people are saying

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

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Seafood

  • Hilton Head

    Innovative

  • Hilton Head

    Neighborhood gem

  • Hilton Head

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hilton Head

    Lively

  • Hilton Head

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Pearl in Old Bluffton is a charming gem, praised for "fantastic service" and "outstanding food." Guests rave about the "best calamari ever" and "perfect" seafood dishes like Lobster Shrimp Carbonara and Redfish. Despite some noise concerns, the restaurant provides a delightful dining experience with attentive staff and an inviting atmosphere.
3,020 Reviews
  1. Denise

    Baltimore / Maryland7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy the Pearl. Consistently great food and service.

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  2. Marielle

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was fantastic! Musician playing was amazing!

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  3. Steve

    Coastal Georgia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Best calamari ever!! Our waiter was so friendly and attentive. Both of our entrees were delicious!

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  4. Scott VIP

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommended. The Pearl is in our top 5 and we’re foodies with a wide selection in Atlanta. If you’re in the low-country, you gotta go.

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  5. Lawrence VIP

    South Carolina57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amberr and Kristin both made our meal a very special experience. Our guests loved the meal and the great ambience these wonderful ladies created for us. I recommend the Pearl to anyone coming to Bluffton SC

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  6. Eva

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was Enrique I believe. He was great. Started with calamari. Had a Ceasar salad. I had the lobster shrimp carbonara and my husband had the red fish. It was all perfect! Can't wait to go back.

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  7. Kathy

    South Carolina1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great birthday dinner…food and service were very good!

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  8. Kathleen VIP

    Chicago / Illinois14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappointed with The Pearl. Cindy are waitress was excellent, food exceptional and just a great night out with friends from out of town. My go to for a great meal & service.

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  9. Renee VIP

    South Carolina17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday celebration and our waitress Kristen made it special , she was happy , pleasant and checked on us several times . Food was outstanding as usual ! Also shout out to bartender who my husband said made the best martini .

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  10. Vicki

    South Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent! Our waitress was wonderful and we ordered and received our food at a timely matter!

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FAQs

The Pearl offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 757-5511.

The Pearl is rated 4.7 stars by 3020 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. South Carolina
  4. Hilton Head
  5. Bluffton

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today
Google Map for The Pearl

55 Calhoun Street, Bluffton, SC 29910

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bluffton
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nate Clepper
  • Entertainment
    REID RICHMOND every Thursday & Friday from 6-9JOHN WASEM every Saturday from 6-9
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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