Pearl Oyster Bar
(Now Closed)Seafood Restaurant$$$$
West Village, New York
The experts at Epicurious and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
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Emily WilsonMarch 23, 2016A great spot to dine solo at the bar. The fried oysters pair excellently with an allagash white.
Halstead PropertyOctober 8, 2013We love the oysters, but the Lobster Roll is mind-blowing. The simple bun holds a grand portion of creamy lobster cooked to a perfect texture accompanied by salty, delicious shoestring fries.
Rebecca MazzaMay 20, 2017The lobster roll is one of the meatiest I've ever had. Strawberry rhubarb pie is also heavenly! However Ed's is still my favorite lobster roll spot in the city. No liquor at Peal's which is a minus.
Serious EatsFebruary 18, 2014West Village institution. The place to go for a splurge on simple but well-prepared seafood.
Ashley ChanApril 27, 2017This cozy, homey place in West Village makes the best seafood that I've had in years. Oysters are plump and juicy, and the lobster rolls are perfect. The lobster meat is really tender. No happy hour.
New York PostApril 23, 2015Mario Batali calls the cod sandwich "beautiful" and Jimmy Buffet loves it too. Be on the lookout for the "the most round, all-encompassing tartar sauce [Batali's] ever tasted." Read more
Village VoiceAugust 4, 2014On a recent visit, the oyster roll was the best item, a mayo-smeared bun piled with 10 oysters so light they threatened to float up to the tin ceiling. Read more
Borut DFOctober 9, 2012Lobster roll: Shock for Europeans. Not only that you get oysters at the bar, the lobster is served in bread hot-dog style...and there is more: as side are fancy shoestring french fries.
Yuna 🇰🇷 ParkJune 25, 2015Luke's, Chelsea Market and Mermaid Inn cannot compete in the lobster roll game with Pearl. Served with the most amazing shoestring fries, this is the best lobster roll dish in NYC.- Max WendkosJanuary 3, 2021The lobster roll here isn’t cheap ($34 as of today), but the loads of meat doused in mayo is so delicious that you’ll forget the price.
EpicuriousNovember 21, 2014Chances are you'll have to wait on line outside to secure a spot at the squeaky-clean counter & eat silky clam chowder, briny fried oysters and mayonnaise-drenched lobster rolls. Read more- Ariana VoyerAugust 29, 2016Lobster roll is one of the best in the city, fresh blue point oysters. Sit at the bar if you can - you won't feel like you're in NYC
Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014The low-key restaurant is most famous for Maine-style lobster rolls, which are superb, but don't forget about the classic shrimp cocktails and oysters. Read more
Jo RausenJuly 17, 2012In retrospect, I would've ordered 2 lobster rolls for me + hubby rather than 1 + mussels + chowda. Disclaimer: I am a lobster roll expert & have had 6 throughout New England in the last month
Marlynn WestNovember 19, 2016I had the oysters. Fried to perfection and laid in a tarter sauce filled shell. And the lobster roll...I was sad to get full..it was THAT GOOD.
My ideal Pearl meal: large bucket of steamers, lobster roll w salad (bc shoestring fries are a pain to eat), and a butterscotch praline sundae.
Beth BatesAugust 6, 2013The lobster roll is chock full of meaty lobster but has a TON of mayonnaise. I'd go for the oysters and boiled lobster (served with a cute ramekin of corn pudding).
Marcus CaseyJuly 23, 2017Ok, this is one of the best lobster rolls I have had so far. Great but not cheap for 33 USD.
Myles TrachtenbergJune 24, 2015Piled high fresh lobster on the best bun. Combined with mouth watering Shoestring fries are AWESOME. Go early to avoid a wait. Wonderful people.
Nic GMarch 27, 2017BEST lobster roll, daym. very filling, big portion. it was worth the price for me.
Veronica HJune 22, 2013Great selection of oysters and the boulibasse was good. Skip the lobster roll, it relies to heavily on mayo and seasoning. But get a side of the fries.
Tom DiMaggioMarch 2, 2018Absolutely love the lobster roll! I'm not much of a french fry eater, but the shoestring fries that come with are excellent.
The Corcoran GroupAugust 15, 2011Get here early for lunch, or be forced to wait on line and salivate while others enjoy a fantastic Lobster Roll and equally exquisite Shoestring Fries.
Alp OzcelikJune 1, 2014The lobster roll is actually mind-blowing. The fries are amazing as well. Be prepared to wait though! (Caveat: it's worth it.)- Edmund YanApril 3, 2016Fresh fresh fresh!! Our table had the oysters, lobster, lobster roll, and a whole pompano. Will definitely be coming back!
New York HabitatNovember 1, 2011Maybe it should be called the Lobster Roll bar because that's the highlight of the menu for us! Get it with the shoestring fries and it's a match made in heaven.
Graylyn RooseOctober 13, 2017Amazing clam chowder and don’t miss the lobster roll! Staff is friendly and service is great.
The lobster roll is a NY icon (reminiscent of Maine), but don't miss the fried oysters or the mussels!
KEAugust 3, 2019Tucked away on a sweet little block off the W4th stop. Excellent service. Oysters were to die for.
Chris HodowanecJuly 25, 2013Incredible! The lobster roll was phenomenal and the steamers as well. If we had another night here we'd come back, no question!
Greg SchwartzJune 26, 2021Best lobster roll in NYC. This and Ed’s. The shoestring fries on the side put it over the top also.
alexander lombardoJune 4, 2013Sit at the bar if there is room and don't go anywhere. Since you're there you might as well go ahead and order the lobster roll. Enjoy!
Leandro LageraMay 29, 2016My first real good food experience in NYC. Will always have a soft spot for the fried oysters here.
Silene LimSeptember 2, 2015The only place I have gone religiously for 15 years and always order the lobster rolls. 15. Years. Nuff said
Ryan WilliamsNovember 14, 2012"The West Village oyster bar won't destroy your budget: The combination cocktail ($16) includes lobster, shrimp, oysters, and clams." Read more
GaryApril 16, 2013Despite the restaurant's name, you really want to get the lobster roll here. Though all of their seafood is great.- EpicuriousAugust 24, 2010You'll forget you're in New York when you're devouring New England classics like lobster rolls and clam chowder. If you're in town for the summer, try the blueberry crumble.
Jade Bailey-AssamSeptember 1, 2013Bouillabaisse for the win! Roasted scallops are a game changer. Can't go wrong w fried oysters and the lobster roll.
Raphael LangenscheidtJuly 31, 2015Great little place for dates. Awesome oysters and seafood in general. I'll definitely be back.
Jen TomJanuary 17, 2010a true gem tucked away on Cornelia Street..i usually get a bucket of steamers, a pint of something or other, and save room for their blueberry cobbler pie...ok, maybe a lobster roll, too..
Hani HongDecember 5, 2011By far the best lobster roll in the city -- loads of tail meat, unlike other places that give you the claws!
Marco GuaniloMarch 25, 2012The Lobster Roll was a bit heavy on the Mayo but definitely worth trying. The fried oysters are a MUST HAVE!!!
Laura SewastynowiczJune 20, 2012Yummy oysters, meatiest lobster roll I've seen in the city. The scallops though, they are truly dreamy.
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