Different menus for different times of the day. I really enjoyed the atmosphere here, and the food was incredible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Florentine, Salt and Jalapeno Pepper Fried Calamari, Grilled Oysters
Kristi Tackett
Have never been treated so rudely. We had a large group granted, we did ask if it was okay.We were told to grab two chairs. We did then we were told to put them back. We obliged, then we were told that there was a reservation for the table. Which we had not been told previously about.We paid our bill and we will never be back!!!Very rude!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Justin Don Juan
Patio never fails, and the food is always on point. Top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lee Tynan
Dropped in as happened to be in Austin, i tried the Tuna Tostadas and Calamari both from the appitizer section on the menu. Food was decent as was the service. Overall good. ??
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Val Kugle
The lobster buccatini is luscious. The pear tart is outstanding. We tried the oyster shooters thinking they were o. The half shell. It was a shot glass with an oyster in it. Being on the appetizer menu it was more booze than anything and the flavors didn't meld well. Should had it's own section and noted as an actual shot. Sometimes you'll get seated next to families with kids so expect that. The service typically very good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster
Lusi Altman
Upscale area. Good seafood. The Green Curry Clam Chowder was particularly excellent!Parking: Parking is in the garage behind the restaurant. Just take a picture of your license and punch it in at the hostess station for validation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael B
We sat on the patio and the atmosphere out here is just wonderful. So much to see walking around Congress. Beautiful people. The service was top notch from beginning to the end. The seafood is crisp, fresh, and delicious. Probably the best oysters in a half shell I've had, especially the Glacier Bay oysters. And their lobster roll outshines Garbo's by far. Better and fresher lobster and better portion inside the roll. Highly recommend.
Food was great. Brought friends who enjoyed it as well. Service was adequate, but there wasn't much selling or suggesting from our server. We've been before and will likely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Elizabeth Lazo
Great place to sit outside and have lunch however it is very expensive. I had a Mahi sandwich and fries, $26. The sandwich was ok and the fries were good but would have been better if they were hot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Lesley Goodman
Fabulous lunch! Lobster roll and ceviche so flavorful. Enjoyed the frozen watermelon cocktail - not too sweet, perfectly boozy and refreshing
Great atmosphere and great food! The seared ahi tuna and red snapper tartare were so good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cindy Ginsberg
A new review! Perlas just gets better! While the food continues to please, and get better each time... Octopus never ceases to amaze us! Ahi Tuna Tostadas are the bomb; but we ate, for the first time their Lobster Roll, and Dikon slaw... OMG! But truly is the service! Ms Madeline as our waitperson was amazing! Felt welcome from the beginning; she was attentive (but non-invasive), attended to our every need (and her support, Mr Tomas), took care of us to pick up any slack! We never moved a dish or a glass... they did it all! Even Manager Nicholai served as Sommelier, and was Perfecto! We've been all across the country at some of the finest restaurants, but this was the best service we've had in years! Cuddos to y'all Perlas! Thanks ever so much for a "once in a lifetime experience"!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster, Grilled Octopus & Papas Bravas, Ahi Tuna Tostadas, Lobster Roll with Shoestring Fries
Jim B
Great food and service! The team was super attentive and friendly. The only knock is portion size. 3 scallops for what we paid is not a good deal. They were super good, though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Richard Sullivan
1st time we came here Easter Sunday and was magical. Cassidy & the boys behind the oyster bar were awesome kept those shellfish shuckin’. Top delicious seafood, excellent bar, dreamy atmosphere, and friendly people. Love Austin.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Gulf Snapper, Fresh Oysters, Oyster Bar
Brad Clawsie
Great food but miniscule portions. I felt like I was being served off of a children's menu.Edit: on March 27, 2024 I was talked into giving Perla's another shot. No improvement in portion size. I ordered the $50 scallop entree and got three scallops and a spoonful of risotto. Never again!
Different menus for different times of the day. I really enjoyed the atmosphere here, and the food was incredible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Florentine, Salt and Jalapeno Pepper Fried Calamari, Grilled Oysters
Have never been treated so rudely. We had a large group granted, we did ask if it was okay.We were told to grab two chairs. We did then we were told to put them back. We obliged, then we were told that there was a reservation for the table. Which we had not been told previously about.We paid our bill and we will never be back!!!Very rude!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Patio never fails, and the food is always on point. Top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dropped in as happened to be in Austin, i tried the Tuna Tostadas and Calamari both from the appitizer section on the menu. Food was decent as was the service. Overall good. ??
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
The lobster buccatini is luscious. The pear tart is outstanding. We tried the oyster shooters thinking they were o. The half shell. It was a shot glass with an oyster in it. Being on the appetizer menu it was more booze than anything and the flavors didn't meld well. Should had it's own section and noted as an actual shot. Sometimes you'll get seated next to families with kids so expect that. The service typically very good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster
Upscale area. Good seafood. The Green Curry Clam Chowder was particularly excellent!Parking: Parking is in the garage behind the restaurant. Just take a picture of your license and punch it in at the hostess station for validation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We sat on the patio and the atmosphere out here is just wonderful. So much to see walking around Congress. Beautiful people. The service was top notch from beginning to the end. The seafood is crisp, fresh, and delicious. Probably the best oysters in a half shell I've had, especially the Glacier Bay oysters. And their lobster roll outshines Garbo's by far. Better and fresher lobster and better portion inside the roll. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster, Fresh Oysters, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Perla’S Flat Top Cheeseburger
Food was great. Brought friends who enjoyed it as well. Service was adequate, but there wasn't much selling or suggesting from our server. We've been before and will likely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Great place to sit outside and have lunch however it is very expensive. I had a Mahi sandwich and fries, $26. The sandwich was ok and the fries were good but would have been better if they were hot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Fabulous lunch! Lobster roll and ceviche so flavorful. Enjoyed the frozen watermelon cocktail - not too sweet, perfectly boozy and refreshing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great atmosphere and great food! The seared ahi tuna and red snapper tartare were so good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A new review! Perlas just gets better! While the food continues to please, and get better each time... Octopus never ceases to amaze us! Ahi Tuna Tostadas are the bomb; but we ate, for the first time their Lobster Roll, and Dikon slaw... OMG! But truly is the service! Ms Madeline as our waitperson was amazing! Felt welcome from the beginning; she was attentive (but non-invasive), attended to our every need (and her support, Mr Tomas), took care of us to pick up any slack! We never moved a dish or a glass... they did it all! Even Manager Nicholai served as Sommelier, and was Perfecto! We've been all across the country at some of the finest restaurants, but this was the best service we've had in years! Cuddos to y'all Perlas! Thanks ever so much for a "once in a lifetime experience"!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster, Grilled Octopus & Papas Bravas, Ahi Tuna Tostadas, Lobster Roll with Shoestring Fries
Great food and service! The team was super attentive and friendly. The only knock is portion size. 3 scallops for what we paid is not a good deal. They were super good, though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
1st time we came here Easter Sunday and was magical. Cassidy & the boys behind the oyster bar were awesome kept those shellfish shuckin’. Top delicious seafood, excellent bar, dreamy atmosphere, and friendly people. Love Austin.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Gulf Snapper, Fresh Oysters, Oyster Bar
Great food but miniscule portions. I felt like I was being served off of a children's menu.Edit: on March 27, 2024 I was talked into giving Perla's another shot. No improvement in portion size. I ordered the $50 scallop entree and got three scallops and a spoonful of risotto. Never again!