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If you loved Penny but didn't love the frosty, snooty AF clientele (and staff, let's be honest), head on over to this dead zone of DUMBO for its much more casual cousin. Tucked away in a rundown strip mall of sorts, Pearl Street is all exposed pipes and fragile items balanced precariously on top of one another in a kitchen smaller than some Easy Bake Ovens. Much like Penny, the entire seating area is a U-shaped counter, so everyone has a view of the action. Unlike Penny, the overhead speakers blast Zeppelin, Chris Cornell and other rockers you hung posters of in your college dorm. The prices are Manhattan-level, as are the portion sizes, but so is the quality. Here's how we spent our dough: - "Sea-cuterie" for Two: This came with a half dozen oysters, large shrimp, tuna crudo, cured salmon, and homemade toasted brioche. Nicely presented and fresher than daisies on a spring morning. - Golden Osetra Caviar 'Frito Pie': A gimmick, but a deliciously fun (and expensive) one. Open that wrapper and dig in to Kaluga caviar, creme daisy, egg yolk custard, and garlic chips. Common sense tells me this was not worth $52, but I don't really regret splurging. - Seared Diver Scallops: Perfectly cooked and interestingly accompanied with sultana raisins, toasted hazelnuts and cauliflower cream. - Gambas Al Ajillo: Picture two large shrimp, shells on, braised in a broth of smoked paprika, garlic and sherry fino. Familiar, savory, comforting, and delicious. - Maitake Confit and Toasted Farroto: If you're worried about portion sizes, get this to fill up. It's a big dish and loaded with the richness of faro and cream, complemented by the wet crunch of perfectly crisp maitake. In sum, Pearl Street might not impress affluent Manhattanites who are used to the Pennys of the borough, but it's worth a visit if you want the quality with blue jeans and a t-shirt vibes.
We really enjoyed our recent dinner experience at Pearl Street. We opted to skip the tasting and go à la carte since we had just done a tasting the previous weekend, but considering the food we got, we will definitely be back to do the full tasting menu. We started with the Sea-cuterie which was filled with extremely fresh seafood (oysters, shrimp cocktail, tuna crudo, cured salmon - with toasted brioche and cultured butter), expertly prepared and seasoned. We also had the Wagyu Roll N Roaster - incredible! So tasty and delicious, and it arrives smoked in a cloche. Very unique and delightful. Also the Gambas Al Ajillo which was a very well cooked and seasoned shrimp dish. The broth was especially yummy with the provided bread. We were tempted to order a 2nd Wagyu Roll N Roaster (for reaaaaal...) but after chatting with the talented Chef behind the counter did the PB&J with fois gras ganache instead which was just...bonkers good. Like the perfect savory/sweet dessert. All in all, this was an incredibly delicious meal served by friendly and professional people in a cozy and comfortable room. I look forward to returning in the future.
They really pack a lot into this teeny tiny restaurant on front street. Gorgeous seafood dishes prepared right in front of you, friendly and personalised service, very reasonably priced wines. Great neighborhood gem.
Incredible experience! Was in town for the weekend with my boyfriend who has never been to NY before. We spent some time researching to find something unique and fun for dinner and came across Pearl Street. It's a very small, very cute space where all the guests sit at the chefs counter. The staff were all so nice and attentive. We had fun watching them prepare all the dishes. We opted for the 8 course chef tasting ($120/each) with wine pairing ($80 add on each) , which was super fairly priced. The food was fantastic. The fish was so fresh. Would absolutely come back.
My boyfriend booked this place for dinner and I have to say it was a very good pick. And I have to say you CANNOT judge a book by its cover. If you're just looking at the pictures you're probably thinking: WOW this is a fancy intimate place. But when you walk in there's loud music playing which TBH was very different but it fit in with the whole atmosphere and reflected the personality of the owner. The food was really good. They have A La Carte menu but they also have a tasting menu (which I would highly recommend - but make sure you're not rushing to anything like we did because they take their time making the food and plating). I'm assuming their tasting menu changes every once in a while because the introduction of each dish was not scripted at all. Even if you don't go for the tasting menu you HAVE to order their scallop and PB&J. You're thinking why PB&J? Because it's mixed with Foie Gras which brought it to a next level. Absolutely delicious. I highly recommend trying this place out. And I hope they get more attention. For a place like this to not be booked out on a Sunday night is pretty sad. They should get more attention than this!!!!!
2nd time back here, first time we came here it was still only tasting menu allowed and it was genuinely amazing. This time it's a little different, here is why: 1. We have been a great fan of the tomatoes since last tasting menu we had an awesome tomato salad so we decided to give the shrimp piccata with bitter greens a try since they told us it will have the tomatoes. Im not a fan of this since the bitterness overpowers everything, even eating with the sweetest cherry tomatoes it doesn't help at all. Maybe tone it down a bit? 2. The cheese fondue is very bad, sourest cheese + super sour pickles? It wasn't enjoyable to be honest, I am a believer in balancing flavors and layers of them but this just sour on sour on sour, the sour dough was so tough it hurts to chew. Those above constitutes the 1 star off. It was just not good. Maitake confit is AMAZING, hands down the dish to die for, the portion is actually great I am drooling thinking about it, the wagyu bun is also amazing!!! Cheap sweet buns + wagyu + some jalapeño and straw berry jam= BOMB!!!! The PBJ is ok, I can't taste foie gras much but it's delicious Now let's talk about services, we saw that on Resy there were a table for two available at 6pm and we were just outside so we directly stepped in, we were told that we absolutely cannot do a tasting menu since they need the table back at 7:30pm. Sure it's alright, but at least have 2 types of reservations on Resy to make it clear. It is confusing:) the chefs r amazing and friendly.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in town. The place is tiny but the service is attentive, the food is great and price reasonable and won't break your bank to enjoy the high end cuisine. The chef is so creative and talented using local ingredients for the dishes. Love every dishes there and can't wait to go back again. It's really a hidden gems in the neighborhood.
Wow. Stunning experience. Unique and laid-back atmosphere, probably the nicest fine dining in this area. Finally, we felt that this is a spot that warrants a reason for peopleto visit the neighborhood. We loved experiencing all the quality and class of a Michelin-starred restaurant without the pretentiousness. Everyone is jamming to the music, vibing, and having a great time. It's just so comfortable! Loved our host/server, he was incredibly charismatic and fun. The food was simple yet imaginative, and everything is prepped in perfect choreography in an impossibly small space. Kudos to the chefs. I am lactose intolerant and they accommodated my dietary restriction like a dream. In fact, my date felt that some of the courses I had were even better than his own. We'll definitely come back to visit. Thanks for an amazing evening.
What a great intimate experience we had at Pearl Street. We walked into the little 10 seat counter space and were immediately greeted by Charlie, a great hostess! We had seats at the corner and watching the crew in the small kitchen behind the counter made for a wonderful show. Both the raw and savory dishes were spot on. We had the sea-cuterie and the oysters were simply fresh and delicious; the shrimp were succulent; and the chili crisp tuna crudo was really excellent. The star of the seafood show was the scallops, perfectly prepared and exploding with flavor. Moving to land the Gambas Al Ajillo was creamy and delicious. The smoked waygu roll was super flavorful, and the PB&J Triangles With Foie Gras Ganache was a great experience. So book your reservation, be one of the ten people enjoying the show. You will not be disappointed.
This was exceptional--probably the best restaurant food I've had all year. We had the chef's tasting menu which was superb and great value. They had a champagne on special we did which was also great. The scallops were incredible and my favorite, followed by the foie gras PB&J, then maybe the steak. I'll say I could have used a touch more food--we ended up getting dessert elsewhere afterwards. If I came back I'd want to try their smoked Philly cheese steak variant. This restaurant is tiny and super personable, you get to see the chefs working right in front of you, and the service is very good due to the small nature of the place. This is a good spot to eat at earlier (we started at 5:15) since the tasting menu will take awhile to get through.
Very small spot in Dumbo area, but it was half empty the Thursday night we went (total just 12 seats). There are four guys working the kitchen who are also your servers since it is counter seating. Plating was nicely done. Head chef was also nice (as well as the rest of the team) but he kept itching his hands, then putting them in his jeans' pockets, then proceeded to cut tomatoes for our meal. Music didn't match the vibe. Was fully empty by the time we left (at a normal reasonable time) so was a bit awkward for my friend and I to eat alone for half the meal while they stared at you.
Exceptional food and service. This multi-course dining experience features excellent dishes that are very well prepared and very balanced in flavor. Each dish was explained very well and we enjoyed watching them be prepared and discussing them with the chef and team. Some other reviewers have mentioned this as well that the environment was fun and casual and that is definitely the case. This is not a stuffy atmosphere. Great music, everyone enjoying their time, a very friendly atmosphere. I loved the cranberry beans and the skate dish was the best I've ever had. Everything was very good, flavorful and great ingredients. I saw another review that said there wasn't enough food. My girlfriend and I were totally stuffed, so I'm not sure what that person experienced. Overall would love to go again. Enjoyed the wine, food and the team creating the experience. Thank you!
We had a pulsd voucher ($149 for tasting menu for 2 and a glass of wine each) and decided to use this on a Friday night. With the voucher you had an option of 6pm or 8pm and we decided to go for a 6pm slot. When we arrived we were the only ones there, and this remained the case until about 8pm, so the atmosphere was lacking and it all felt a little sterile. The space itself is unique, with you seated around a small kitchen watching the 2 chefs prepare everything. We didn't have that much interaction with the chefs but our server was great and very personable. The 8 courses we had comprised of the following (I didn't catch the official dessert names so these are just my descriptions): Oyster with apple and jalapeño and shrimp with homemade cocktail sauce Fluke Ceviche Scallop with cauliflower Bluefin Tuna Shisito pepper, parsnip foam and fermented tomatoes Wagyu Beef Foie Gras and Peanut Butter (PB & J) Deconstructed peach cheesecake Chocolate "Oreo's" All of the food was good, with the exception of the tuna (which was underwhelming because of the tuna itself) and the Wagyu (because my wagyu was so fatty). The thing that really shines at Pearl Street are the sauces, every single one that we had was delicious and really elevated the dishes. Even the dishes which were underwhelming because of the main component you still enjoyed because the accompanying sauce was so flavourful. One thing I would just highlight is that there is no bathroom in the restaurant itself, you have to take a keycard and walk outside to alter neighbouring building. Not really a big deal but just something to be aware of. All in all we enjoyed our meal at Pearl Street but I am not sure I would revisit and pay the full menu price. On a Pulsd deal though it is great value and I would highly recommend giving this restaurant a try. read more
What a treat! Gorgeous a super delicious food across the board 10/10 yum! 2 kinds of orange wine in the menu both were delicious. Incredible service and so amazing to watch the chefs make everything so close. The ceviche, and tuna were stand outs - all very special dishes. Vibes are cool it's a tiny spot but hooks for your bags and coats. I can't wait to try more things next time. read more
9 months ago
This was our third visit in a year, and we honestly did not think Pearl Street could get better, but it did. We have always loved this restaurant, but this experience felt especially special. The service was warm, relaxed, and genuinely thoughtful, and the dishes were playful, beautifully executed, and packed with flavor. We chose the chef's tasting menu with the wine pairing and it was absolutely the right move. Every course felt intentional and exciting, and the pairings elevated the food perfectly. This was one of the best dining experiences we have had in years. Do not overthink it. Just go. Ten out of ten. We will definitely be back soon. Thank you to the entire team! read more
2 years ago
If you loved Penny but didn't love the frosty, snooty AF clientele (and staff, let's be honest), head on over to this dead zone of DUMBO for its much more casual cousin. Tucked away in a rundown strip mall of sorts, Pearl Street is all exposed pipes and fragile items balanced precariously on top of one another in a kitchen smaller than some Easy Bake Ovens. Much like Penny, the entire seating area is a U-shaped counter, so everyone has a view of the action. Unlike Penny, the overhead speakers blast Zeppelin, Chris Cornell and other rockers you hung posters of in your college dorm. The prices are Manhattan-level, as are the portion sizes, but so is the quality. Here's how we spent our dough: - "Sea-cuterie" for Two: This came with a half dozen oysters, large shrimp, tuna crudo, cured salmon, and homemade toasted brioche. Nicely presented and fresher than daisies on a spring morning. - Golden Osetra Caviar 'Frito Pie': A gimmick, but a deliciously fun (and expensive) one. Open that wrapper and dig in to Kaluga caviar, creme daisy, egg yolk custard, and garlic chips. Common sense tells me this was not worth $52, but I don't really regret splurging. - Seared Diver Scallops: Perfectly cooked and interestingly accompanied with sultana raisins, toasted hazelnuts and cauliflower cream. - Gambas Al Ajillo: Picture two large shrimp, shells on, braised in a broth of smoked paprika, garlic and sherry fino. Familiar, savory, comforting, and delicious. - Maitake Confit and Toasted Farroto: If you're worried about portion sizes, get this to fill up. It's a big dish and loaded with the richness of faro and cream, complemented by the wet crunch of perfectly crisp maitake. In sum, Pearl Street might not impress affluent Manhattanites who are used to the Pennys of the borough, but it's worth a visit if you want the quality with blue jeans and a t-shirt vibes. read more
We really enjoyed our recent dinner experience at Pearl Street. We opted to skip the tasting and go à la carte since we had just done a tasting the previous weekend, but considering the food we got, we will definitely be back to do the full tasting menu. We started with the Sea-cuterie which was filled with extremely fresh seafood (oysters, shrimp cocktail, tuna crudo, cured salmon - with toasted brioche and cultured butter), expertly prepared and seasoned. We also had the Wagyu Roll N Roaster - incredible! So tasty and delicious, and it arrives smoked in a cloche. Very unique and delightful. Also the Gambas Al Ajillo which was a very well cooked and seasoned shrimp dish. The broth was especially yummy with the provided bread. We were tempted to order a 2nd Wagyu Roll N Roaster (for reaaaaal...) but after chatting with the talented Chef behind the counter did the PB&J with fois gras ganache instead which was just...bonkers good. Like the perfect savory/sweet dessert. All in all, this was an incredibly delicious meal served by friendly and professional people in a cozy and comfortable room. I look forward to returning in the future. read more
11 months ago
They really pack a lot into this teeny tiny restaurant on front street. Gorgeous seafood dishes prepared right in front of you, friendly and personalised service, very reasonably priced wines. Great neighborhood gem. read more
10 months ago
Incredible experience! Was in town for the weekend with my boyfriend who has never been to NY before. We spent some time researching to find something unique and fun for dinner and came across Pearl Street. It's a very small, very cute space where all the guests sit at the chefs counter. The staff were all so nice and attentive. We had fun watching them prepare all the dishes. We opted for the 8 course chef tasting ($120/each) with wine pairing ($80 add on each) , which was super fairly priced. The food was fantastic. The fish was so fresh. Would absolutely come back. read more
2 years ago
My boyfriend booked this place for dinner and I have to say it was a very good pick. And I have to say you CANNOT judge a book by its cover. If you're just looking at the pictures you're probably thinking: WOW this is a fancy intimate place. But when you walk in there's loud music playing which TBH was very different but it fit in with the whole atmosphere and reflected the personality of the owner. The food was really good. They have A La Carte menu but they also have a tasting menu (which I would highly recommend - but make sure you're not rushing to anything like we did because they take their time making the food and plating). I'm assuming their tasting menu changes every once in a while because the introduction of each dish was not scripted at all. Even if you don't go for the tasting menu you HAVE to order their scallop and PB&J. You're thinking why PB&J? Because it's mixed with Foie Gras which brought it to a next level. Absolutely delicious. I highly recommend trying this place out. And I hope they get more attention. For a place like this to not be booked out on a Sunday night is pretty sad. They should get more attention than this!!!!! read more
5 months ago
2nd time back here, first time we came here it was still only tasting menu allowed and it was genuinely amazing. This time it's a little different, here is why: 1. We have been a great fan of the tomatoes since last tasting menu we had an awesome tomato salad so we decided to give the shrimp piccata with bitter greens a try since they told us it will have the tomatoes. Im not a fan of this since the bitterness overpowers everything, even eating with the sweetest cherry tomatoes it doesn't help at all. Maybe tone it down a bit? 2. The cheese fondue is very bad, sourest cheese + super sour pickles? It wasn't enjoyable to be honest, I am a believer in balancing flavors and layers of them but this just sour on sour on sour, the sour dough was so tough it hurts to chew. Those above constitutes the 1 star off. It was just not good. Maitake confit is AMAZING, hands down the dish to die for, the portion is actually great I am drooling thinking about it, the wagyu bun is also amazing!!! Cheap sweet buns + wagyu + some jalapeño and straw berry jam= BOMB!!!! The PBJ is ok, I can't taste foie gras much but it's delicious Now let's talk about services, we saw that on Resy there were a table for two available at 6pm and we were just outside so we directly stepped in, we were told that we absolutely cannot do a tasting menu since they need the table back at 7:30pm. Sure it's alright, but at least have 2 types of reservations on Resy to make it clear. It is confusing:) the chefs r amazing and friendly. read more
This is one of my favorite restaurants in town. The place is tiny but the service is attentive, the food is great and price reasonable and won't break your bank to enjoy the high end cuisine. The chef is so creative and talented using local ingredients for the dishes. Love every dishes there and can't wait to go back again. It's really a hidden gems in the neighborhood. read more
Wow. Stunning experience. Unique and laid-back atmosphere, probably the nicest fine dining in this area. Finally, we felt that this is a spot that warrants a reason for peopleto visit the neighborhood. We loved experiencing all the quality and class of a Michelin-starred restaurant without the pretentiousness. Everyone is jamming to the music, vibing, and having a great time. It's just so comfortable! Loved our host/server, he was incredibly charismatic and fun. The food was simple yet imaginative, and everything is prepped in perfect choreography in an impossibly small space. Kudos to the chefs. I am lactose intolerant and they accommodated my dietary restriction like a dream. In fact, my date felt that some of the courses I had were even better than his own. We'll definitely come back to visit. Thanks for an amazing evening. read more
What a great intimate experience we had at Pearl Street. We walked into the little 10 seat counter space and were immediately greeted by Charlie, a great hostess! We had seats at the corner and watching the crew in the small kitchen behind the counter made for a wonderful show. Both the raw and savory dishes were spot on. We had the sea-cuterie and the oysters were simply fresh and delicious; the shrimp were succulent; and the chili crisp tuna crudo was really excellent. The star of the seafood show was the scallops, perfectly prepared and exploding with flavor. Moving to land the Gambas Al Ajillo was creamy and delicious. The smoked waygu roll was super flavorful, and the PB&J Triangles With Foie Gras Ganache was a great experience. So book your reservation, be one of the ten people enjoying the show. You will not be disappointed. read more
2 years ago
This was exceptional--probably the best restaurant food I've had all year. We had the chef's tasting menu which was superb and great value. They had a champagne on special we did which was also great. The scallops were incredible and my favorite, followed by the foie gras PB&J, then maybe the steak. I'll say I could have used a touch more food--we ended up getting dessert elsewhere afterwards. If I came back I'd want to try their smoked Philly cheese steak variant. This restaurant is tiny and super personable, you get to see the chefs working right in front of you, and the service is very good due to the small nature of the place. This is a good spot to eat at earlier (we started at 5:15) since the tasting menu will take awhile to get through. read more
2 years ago
Very small spot in Dumbo area, but it was half empty the Thursday night we went (total just 12 seats). There are four guys working the kitchen who are also your servers since it is counter seating. Plating was nicely done. Head chef was also nice (as well as the rest of the team) but he kept itching his hands, then putting them in his jeans' pockets, then proceeded to cut tomatoes for our meal. Music didn't match the vibe. Was fully empty by the time we left (at a normal reasonable time) so was a bit awkward for my friend and I to eat alone for half the meal while they stared at you. read more
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Exceptional food and service. This multi-course dining experience features excellent dishes that are very well prepared and very balanced in flavor. Each dish was explained very well and we enjoyed watching them be prepared and discussing them with the chef and team. Some other reviewers have mentioned this as well that the environment was fun and casual and that is definitely the case. This is not a stuffy atmosphere. Great music, everyone enjoying their time, a very friendly atmosphere. I loved the cranberry beans and the skate dish was the best I've ever had. Everything was very good, flavorful and great ingredients. I saw another review that said there wasn't enough food. My girlfriend and I were totally stuffed, so I'm not sure what that person experienced. Overall would love to go again. Enjoyed the wine, food and the team creating the experience. Thank you! read more
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If you're even thinking about trying this place -- stop thinking and just GO. This is a full-on experience. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere wraps around you like a warm, vibrant hug. The staff? Unbelievably welcoming and genuinely excited to guide you through the menu. Now let's talk food: every dish is a masterpiece. You can taste the love and attention in every bite -- bold flavors, perfect textures, and beautiful presentation. Whether you're on a date, celebrating something big, or just craving something unforgettable, this place hits every mark. Don't just take my word for it -- go see (and taste) for yourself. You'll be hooked. read more
2 years ago
Absolutely loved this tasting menu! Went with my wife and it was a very nice and intimate setting. They seat only about 10 people and they have a staff of 5. Located in the heart of Dumbo. The stand out dishes were the Scallop, their take on a PBJ, and the cheesecake. The wine selection was great and very well priced. Would love to go again! read more
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One of my best experiences in New York!! Amazing food and staff!! Thank you again Chef John!! read more
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Chef John Coppola is a magician. Every menu item is thoughtfully made and perfectly executed. The strong move here is the chef's tasting menu. The portions are appropriately sized and each dish is a surprising delight. The music is always excellent and mostly stays in the lanes of indie rock/college alternative. You'll hear Pavement, The Bravery, LCD Soundsytem and maybe a little Blondie. You could easily take a road trip with this crew. Speaking of crew - s/o to Sous Chef Franklin Vega & Guest Experience hotshot, Charlie Blaylock. They help make sure your experience is absolutely en pointe. I love Pearl Street. Can't wait to return soon and in need to normalize just popping in for a glass of wine and a snack instead of just saving this gorgeous counter joint for special occasions. Run, don't walk. This is Dumbo's best restaurant! read more
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I AM SO HUNGRY! SO, SO, SOOOO HUNGRY! Tonight, I had a slice of apple, tomato, 2 oysters, slice of fish, fish liquid and LOTS of water! "Dessert" was regrettable and tasted like baby food. No alcohol and it's ok that you don't have your liquor license yet, I get it, but there is NO EXCUSE for your patrons leaving hungry! Get a friggin' bread course or THREE! What a train wreck! Don't eat here unless you grab a pizza or dinner first. read more
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Wine pairing was sensational! It went very well with all the food. Loved the caviar, skate, venison, bread and beat salad. The dessert was great too! Don't recommend using the facilities though as it is shared by the building. Inside is cozy and you watch them prepare all the food in a barebones kitchen very successfully. Sommelier was very knowledgeable read more
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