The Pearl

4.8

2841 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

26 Nov 2024

22:30

Booked 12 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood 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.

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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
(843) 757-5511
Website
http://www.thepearlbluffton.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Nate Clepper

Location
55 Calhoun Street, Bluffton, SC 29910
Area
Bluffton
Parking details
Street Parking
Entertainment
REID RICHMOND every Thursday & Friday from 6-9JOHN WASEM every Saturday from 6-9
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

CalamariUS$12.00
wasabi aioli, red pepper remoulade
Prince Edward Island MusselsUS$14.00
spicy marinara, fresh tomatoes, garlic, toast points
Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUS$14.00
panko fried, sweet corn puree, green tomato & poblano chow chow, micro cilantro
Big Eye Tuna Poke*US$16.00
ponzu, pineapple, avocado, sesame, wonton chips
Fried Green TomatoesUS$11.00
roasted red pepper couli, sweet + spicy jelly, goat cheese, balsamic
Kimchi Lettuce WrapsUS$13.00
crispy pork belly, ponzu drizzle, kimchi, radishes
Beef Carpaccio*US$14.00
filet mignon, arugula, lemon and truffle oil, capers, parmesan
Hand Selected Oysters*
cucumber mignonette, lemon, cocktail
- Market Price
Shrimp CevicheUS$13.00
cucumbers, red onion, tomato, avocado, jalapeno, fried tostada

Soups & Greens

Add shrimp to any salad $8, Add chicken to any salad $6

Carolina She-Crab + Popcorn ChowderUS$11.00
"Palmetto Kettle Corn", potatoes, fresh she-crab roe
Butternut BisqueUS$11.00
butternut squash, sweet potatoes, carrots, topped w/ truffle oil & scallions
Traditional WedgeUS$10.00
red onion, cherry tomatoes, house made bleu dressing, crumbled bacon
Butter Lettuce WedgeUS$9.00
strawberry, feta, almonds, vidalia onions, amaretto vinaigrette
Traditional CaesarUS$9.00
grilled romaine, croutons, parmesan, in-house dressing
Spinach + ArugulaUS$9.00
pears, red onion, candied walnuts, goat cheese, bacon vinaigrette
Caprese StackUS$10.00
beefsteak tomatoes, housemade mozzarella, balsamic, basil, sea salt

Mains

Grouper CasinoUS$32.00
ancient grains, baby spinach, bacon, andouille, shiitake mushrooms, blistered cherry tomatoes, thyme + whole grain mustard cream sauce
Cedar Plank Scottish SalmonUS$28.00
rainbow fingerlings, balsamic brown butter, fresh arugula + crab salad, grand marnier pear + raisin confit
Crab + Shrimp PiccataUS$28.00
garlic, white wine, tomatoes, lemon, capers, bucatini
Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUS$32.00
romesco, toasted almonds, gouda grits, asparagus
18 oz Dry Age Lollipop RibeyeUS$50.00
whipped potatoes, brown butter brussel sprouts, bleu bechamel topped w/ tobacco onions
10 oz Pan Roasted Baseball CutUS$36.00
shiitakes, baby carrots, sweet peas, spinach, caramelized shallot + gorgonzola butter, whipped potatoes
7 oz Ember Grilled Filet Mignon*US$42.00
shiitakes, spinach, blistered cherry tomatoes, whipped potatoes, caramelized shallot + gorgonzola compound butter
Mediterranean Chicken RouladeUS$28.00
artichoke, kalamatas, feta & goat cheese, honey glazed haricot verts, dijon wine sauce
Blackened Big Eye Tuna*US$31.00
green tea + sweet soy soba noodles, snow peas, napa cabbage, baby carrots, pickled ginger, sweet pea wasabi puree
Half Shell Texas RedfishUS$32.00
chargrilled blackened redfish, whipped potatoes, jumbo lump crab, lemon creme, spinach
Shrimp + GritsUS$25.00
coastal shrimp, Adluh Farm's grits, trinity of peppers, onions, tasso ham gravy

Sides

Truffled Steak FriesUS$7.00
Roasted FingerlingsUS$7.00
MushroomsUS$7.00
Brown Brussels + ProsciuttoUS$8.00
SpinachUS$6.00
Grilled AsparagusUS$8.00
Adluh Gouda GritsUS$6.00

Desserts

Chocolate TorteUS$11.00
gluten free, semi-sweet chocolate curls
Caramel CheesecakeUS$11.00
dolce caramel sauce
Smores Mason JarUS$10.00
dark chocolate, marshmallow, graham crackers
Key Lime TartsUS$11.00
2 tarts, keylime mousse, fresh meringue
Peach + Banana Bread PuddingUS$11.00
candied bacon, vanilla ice cream

What 2,841 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

South Carolina
Seafood
Hilton Head
Neighbourhood gem
Hilton Head
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Pearl offers exceptional dining in Bluffton, consistently praised for its "excellent food" and "attentive service." Diners rave about standout dishes like scallops, she-crab soup, and blackened redfish. The restaurant's charming atmosphere and "friendly staff" make it ideal for special occasions, though some note it can be noisy.

2,841 Reviews

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patty
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience at the Pearl. Food is outstanding - always. Consistency is key - You will ALWAYS get a great meal here, regardless Of what you order. We tend to side More on the seafood side but the meats looks delish too. Highly recommend. We are So fortunate to have this place in our neighborhood / greater Bluffton area. Additionally - gluten free friends, run, dont walk to the Pearl - they get it!!
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Remi
Coastal Georgia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very Good! Waitstaff was very friendly and attentive. LARGE portions.
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Adam
Charleston
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The table and placemats were dirty as was the salt and pepper shakers. The service was a bit off tonight and slow. There were several things not available yet we had a 6PM dinner reservation. No management interest or interaction to address the dirty table. The food remains the highlight of this restaurant and this is our third time here. It was an off night I want to believe. We will try it again.
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Joe
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding! We had the fried oysters, fried green tomatoes, scallops , redfish and strawberry cake. All were perfect! We sat outside, there were heaters to keep us warm as well as libations! Highly recommend checking this place out!
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Dave
Baltimore
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
great food, good service. definitely a go to place
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Bob
Charleston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great dinner at Pearl! We arrived on time and were greeted pleasantly and shown to our table. The service was pleasant and not hurried. Our Server brought warm bread with olive oil and balsamic with the water. The Cakebread Chardonnay was very nice. She ordered the grouper and a mixed green salad while I ordered the wedge salad and seafood stew. The salads were large portions and served as good appetizers. Her grouper was beautiful and tasted accordingly. I've loved seafood stews - coppino, boulibaise, etc. since I first had one in San Francisco. Pearl's May River Seafood stew is as good as I've had - in a word Wonderful. The shrimp, scallops, and fish were all first quality, but it's the broth that makes a stew and this orange saffron laced recipe is some of the best I've ever tasted. Come hungry. The portions are substantial!
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Vincent
New York City
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Eric was his incredible self and was great in navigating the new diners in the group on the menu.
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Wilson
Atlantic City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lobster, shrimp and linguine. Delicious! We would come back again.
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Kevin
Charleston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic. Start to finish. First class. Would highly recommend.
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Holly
Louisville
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite restaurant in Bluffton. The food is outstanding and great ambience!
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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 4.8 stars by 2841 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

26 Nov 2024

22:30

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

55 Calhoun Street, Bluffton, SC 29910

Additional information

Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.thepearlbluffton.com/
Phone number
(843) 757-5511

Featured in

100 South Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

The Pearl

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 South Carolina Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Shrimp + Grits

Spinach + Arugula

Peach + Banana Bread Pudding

Firsts

CalamariUS$12.00

Prince Edward Island MusselsUS$14.00

Jumbo Lump Crab CakeUS$14.00

Big Eye Tuna Poke*US$16.00

Fried Green TomatoesUS$11.00

Kimchi Lettuce WrapsUS$13.00

Beef Carpaccio*US$14.00

Hand Selected Oysters*

Shrimp CevicheUS$13.00

Soups & Greens

Carolina She-Crab + Popcorn ChowderUS$11.00

Butternut BisqueUS$11.00

Traditional WedgeUS$10.00

Butter Lettuce WedgeUS$9.00

Traditional CaesarUS$9.00

Spinach + ArugulaUS$9.00

Caprese StackUS$10.00

Mains

Grouper CasinoUS$32.00

Cedar Plank Scottish SalmonUS$28.00

Crab + Shrimp PiccataUS$28.00

Pan Seared Diver ScallopsUS$32.00

18 oz Dry Age Lollipop RibeyeUS$50.00

10 oz Pan Roasted Baseball CutUS$36.00

7 oz Ember Grilled Filet Mignon*US$42.00

Mediterranean Chicken RouladeUS$28.00

Blackened Big Eye Tuna*US$31.00

Half Shell Texas RedfishUS$32.00

Shrimp + GritsUS$25.00

Sides

Truffled Steak FriesUS$7.00

Roasted FingerlingsUS$7.00

MushroomsUS$7.00

Brown Brussels + ProsciuttoUS$8.00

SpinachUS$6.00

Grilled AsparagusUS$8.00

Adluh Gouda GritsUS$6.00

Desserts

Chocolate TorteUS$11.00

Caramel CheesecakeUS$11.00

Smores Mason JarUS$10.00

Key Lime TartsUS$11.00

Peach + Banana Bread PuddingUS$11.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Pearl offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Pearl restaurant rated?

Is The Pearl currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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