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Little Pearl

4.4 (445 reviews)
Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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Singi D.

We stopped in for a glass of wine & ended up staying for their 5pm tasting menu dinner service. What a charming, beautifully decorated, tiny restaurant. The wine was flowing, service was exceptional, every dish we had was carefully curated and decorated. We enjoyed stone crabs as an appetizer, octopus empanadas, sauté calamari was exceptional. Followed by beef belly & salmon, seared scallops, red snapper. Finished off with a cheese plate, espresso & pistachio Gelato to die for. It's an experience for a special occasion. Highly recommended.

Course one octopus empanada, Triple cream wagyu bolognese. Never expected that.
Osvaldo V.

What a great experience at the little pearl. Our server was fantastic and she explained all the available dishes of the 4 course tasting menu. The courses that we selected were fantastic. What we found exceptional was the add on of the BAO BUNS 2 per order with the sweet chili jerk shrimp. I would've been just happy eating three orders of those with the Sake I chose. The restaurant had a very cool rustic vibe nestled off the beaten path in old town. We were not disappointed in the option we chose.

Hamachi crudo stunning and delicious!
Tamara E.

Tiny gem of a restaurant. Warm inviting local favorite type, clean and nicely appointed. Wine bar with extraordinary food and service! We came for the chefs tasting menu and it exceeded my expectations. Couldn't select just one from each category ended up adding on a few dishes and it was absolutely worth it! For our mains we had the venison steak and the crispy skinned barramundi. They were exceptional! Executed to perfection and so delicious! So good I didn't get pics. For dessert we had the chocolate brownie with salted caramel ice cream and the sorbetto. Could not have been better. The meal was delicious each dish stood on its own merit. Major foodie not easily impressed and this one was a 10/10. Will be back. Lovely staff as well!

Marilyn V.

Stumbled upon this place when I first arrived. It was our first stop simply because we were walking by and what it treat it turned out to be. We sat at the bar as we didn't have reservations and didn't feel appropriately dressed for the experience this place leads itself to. Four course meal $85 per person. If I was hungry I would have indulgences bc the menu was inviting but I didn't have the appetite for it. However, you could enjoy items from the add on menu at the bar along with the drink so opted for that. Ordered the stone crab claws and the ceviche. They have a nice sake selection as well. The staff was so friendly and helpful. We were informed the owners of this location have a few other restaurants in key west so we made it a point to visit them as well. Thank you to the wonderful staff at little Pearl for such a welcoming experience to key west. Cheers until next time.

Peruvian pequillo scallops
Adam B.

For a decidedly different experience in Key West, adventurous diners should head here. It's a tiny space, only about a dozen tables plus four seats at a bar that does four-course fixed-price menus. There are three choices for each course, and the offerings vary fairly widely, though seafood is featured. The menu changes regularly it seems, so individual dishes will likely be gone before long. However, I will never forget the pineapple and cucumber crudo with chili oil. All the items I had were similarly imaginative, and served by an attentive staff of knowledgeable folks who were also quite friendly. It's upscale, but not stuffy. Decor is minimalist, but the room feels nice and cozy, even though it's on a street corner with 180 degrees of windows.

Vanessa M.

Service is phenomenal and the food is some of the best on the island. Portions are small for the cost of the tasting menu though. Wine list is top notch!

Oysters! We ate and ordered more.
Elizabeth H.

A Key West MUST!!!! When on bachelorette it is obligatory to have at least one upscale-dress up dinner out. And Little Pearl met every state of making our time special. Loved the exclusivity of having only a few seatings, in the restaurant being so quaint. It's intimate, quirky and total fancy beach. Our waitress was so nice and exceptionally knowledgeable about Little Pearl and Key West. We sat for the early tasting menu, which was a wonderful option having at discount. What can I say about this food- EXQUISITE! Iconic. Inspirational. (Once home I broke out my sous vide to even attempt the Octodog and my try was pale to the Pearl). Even my bridesmaid who is the pickiest eater decided to lean in and cleared all her plates without modification. The presentation of the food made it even more exciting to eat. One critique would be to have an expanded cocktail menu. But besides- food perfection. Chef's Kiss. I could go on for paragraphs and paragraphs about the taste, portion, technique and originality of these dishes- but it is most elegantly displayed in picture. I will post so you can drool. EVERYONE in Key West or hell, near Key West HAS TO experience Little Pearl!!! Amazing, bravo!

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A disappointment! We had high expectations based on the ratings. If all you are interested in is how the food looks, then this is the place for you. I had the butternut squash veloute'. The ginger in this dish was like shredded paper. The salmon had a fresh texture but was covered in gochujang maple sauce (think Thai chili sauce from a jar) that was so spicy that it overpowered the salmon. It really didn't matter if the salmon was fresh -I could not taste the salmon. My partner's red snapper was over cooked and had an unpleasant taste. The apple tart was fine, but nothing special. We did appreciate that the chef used salt liberally. The dishes looked beautiful. The service was great. The restaurant is beautifully appointed but very loud.

Shrimp Carpaccio
Emil R.

An absolutely outstanding experience in every way. Incredibly inventive & diverse menu, impeccable service, and a very comfortable & modern dining room. Make sure you check the "add ons"... and don't be afraid to go deep on the wine list! Well worth it...

Maryanne G.

A lovely little place in a quiet neighborhood near-but-away-from the tourist craziness. You feel welcome and part of a community from the moment you walk in the door. (Definitely make a reservation for one of their three seatings!) The staff is the perfect balance of professional, fun and warm. I would detail all of the fabulous choices we made from the menu -- but I now know that they completely change it up every 45 days! Needless to say, every bite was perfection. (Oyster stew and Italian "sushi" were among our many favorites!) Even the choices of plates and bowls enhances each course. We hope our server's son is still loving sailing school! We'll be back in October and look forward to sharing an evening at Little Pearl once again!

Brannen P.

Beautiful intimate dining room with servers who are very knowledgeable of the menu. But if I'm being completely honest, the food was not what I expected it to be for being so well-known. The menu we experienced was beautifully plated. Seafood offerings were incredible fresh, however lacked in flavor. Unfortunately, I would skip this dining experience during my next trip to Key West.

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Erin M.

This was the most incredible way to treat myself on my first night in Key West. The service, food, and overall experience was fabulous and comparable to Michelin starred tasting menu experiences. I absolutely loved it! My table for 7pm was available early so I arrived around 6:30pm and was one of maybe two tables. It is a small space which is decorated with a classy, coastal vibe and stayed pretty quiet for most of the night despite all tables filling up. For the tasting menu, they ask that you select all of your options up front and there are some add-ons that can be included as well. I opted to add three oysters to start which had a flavorful, Asian zing to them and did not disappoint. Highly recommend adding them! I also chose to pair the meal with a bottle Sake since they have Japanese influence and it seemed to a good choice to compliment the menu. The server kindly told me that it is considered bad luck to pour your own Sake and made sure she kept my glass full all night! For my courses I selected the scallop poke (loved the wasabi in this!), hamachi tostada, red snapper (the special of the night), and the green tea tiramisu. Every dish was amazing and had the best combination of flavors. To end, I paired my dessert with a cup of tea that they provided a wide selection to choose from which was nice. As a regular diner at fancy Michelin star restaurants, I thought Little Pearl was such a deal for $85 a person. I would definitely return on my next visit to Key West and try other dishes!

Tozai Sake - Cheers!
Linda K.

If you're a tiny menehune with a huge wallet this place may be for you. Had high hopes for Little Pearl, but the actual experience didn't live up to the hype at all. In fact I had my least enjoyable yet most expensive dinner there during my stay in Key West. Little Pearl offers a 4-course $85 tasting menu with weekly rotation of choices, 3 seatings per evening to maximize revenue. The room is woody and dimly lit with very nice rustic decor. Hamachi crudo appetizer consisted of four thin slices of fish, tasty but paltry (a theme that ran throughout the entire repast). As if $85 weren't enough to justify a nice meal, our server kept pushing pricey add-ons. For example she said the udon second course would be "very bland" without a $25 black truffle add-on, which I declined. Trout roe on the udon was sparse. I chose the shio koji tuna as my main course, which our server assured me was sashimi grade bluefin tuna. So I was unpleasantly surprised to receive a plate of uneven chunks of tough fishy tuna with lots of disgusting white sinew so I couldn't chew it (see pic). Tuna was resting on icky brown bland mush. I am very familiar with sashimi grade fish and this wasn't it! I politely asked to exchange the tuna for another dish but was turned down by haughty server who said "that's the only way our expert chef prepares it, try some more." Ugh no thank you I left it. Two fried soft shell crab bao buns were delicious, but another $22 add-on. The cheese plate consisted of three miniscule cubes of cheese with a few berries and a small pastry. Two slim four inch ice cream cones for my partner. Good taste but again, very tiny. Unfriendly service, ridiculously small portions at high prices and refusal to exchange an inedible entree? Three stars is on the generous side if you ask me.

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Best Sunset views! Waterfront dining Fun vibes, live music,…read moregood food *Ocean Key Resort and Spa* Don't have to stay at Resort in order to come to Sunset Pier Hours 11:30am- 8:30pm Daily Weather permitting *Call/check seasonal/weather* ***Best Time: Arrive about 60-90 minutes before sunset to secure a table*** We went about 6:30pm- sunset was beautiful around 7:50pm! Service was slow but they were busy. We knew that going in. Still good service! Menu looked good- Caribbean, American food! *Had a vegan option on the menu* Ordered: Mango Mule- really good! Pineapple Ace Cider- delicious! Angry Orchard was the main cider in FL where we were so I was happy to see Ace! Shared a burger with fries- good portions, double patty, plenty of toppings *Ordered the pickle juice mayo on the side- highly recommend!* *Angus Stack Burger* $22 beef patties, lettuce, tomato, american cheese, ssp remoulade sauce, toasted potato bun, french fries The band was AMAZING! They had the crowd dancing, of all ages = a great band! Lots of seating- bar seating or dining seating- first come, first serve! Really busy so plan on the possibility of waiting for a table. Party area (Reserved for parties/events) on the back of the pier seating area Bathrooms in resort parking area- a little walk from restaurant Parking- street metered parking, paid parking lots *We paid $50 in a parking lot blocks away, it was all day until 3am- security 24/7 *bartender said that's a good price in that area* Don't miss this spot in Key West!

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4.1(712 reviews)
0.8 mi
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0.5 mi
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Such an interesting place! The food and service were excellent…read more The Star Wars decor is a little odd but then Key West always surprises me with something every time I go. We had a reservation and were seated promptly at a table up front. Our server was over in flash and soon we were sharing the tuna watermelon ceviche, the lobster mac and cheese and the quesadilla. All were delicious! For our entrees, we had the chicken and waffles, scallops with more of that lobster mac and cheese (I said it was good!) the fresh catch of the day and a ceasar salad. The fresh catch came with an ear of corn that I made short work of! For dessert we devoured the banana bread french toast that was perfection! I will definitely add this to my list of "go tos" in Key West!

fun "nerdy" decor - dark and fun. Service was good. Our server was friendly and advised us on the…read moremenu. I had the entree trio the scallops were cooked perfectly wrapped inside crispy bacon, the grouper was a little dry and the garlic mashed were slightly bland, the shrimp and were seasoned and cooked well and the spice level of e curry sauce over the rice was great. Overall a great dish. my husband had the appetizer trio and he enjoyed it very much. Again the scallops were the star. We got a side of fries to share and they were very reminiscent of In and Out - a little styrofoamy in texture. The Lime Aioli for the fries was the star here. My son had the grilled cheese and caprese salad - he is a picky eater and devoured them both. I'd say all in all this is a great place!

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4.2(1.6k reviews)
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A beautiful restaurant with great food and a wonderful ocean front view and sunset if the timing is…read moreright. Your reservation time is the time you need to brakes the ferry. Ferry runs at 15 and 45 of the hour. We had beets, salad, salmon, Wagyu skirt steak, salt caramel crème brulee, espresso cheesecake, espresso martini, and cappuccino. All were great. One of the server Oxana was great.

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