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Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar, Austin, TX

Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

4.9
4.9
3763 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 86 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Perla's offers fresh fish and oysters flown in daily from both coasts with an emphasis on sourcing from the gulf and locations around the world. The bar makes delicious coastal cocktails and the wine list is stocked with fun sparkling, rosé & white wines.
Perla's has Austin’s prettiest oak-shaded patio and a comfortable airy dining room featuring a huge saltwater fishtank, poured concrete oyster bar and open kitchen.

Learn more about McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 291-7300
  • Website
    http://www.perlasaustin.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Cody Leonard
  • Location
    1400 S Congress, Suite B100, Austin, TX 78704
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Gibson
  • Parking details
    There is validated parking in the garage located behind Perla's.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,763 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Seafood

  • Austin

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar delights with "outstanding food" and "exceptional service," making it a "must-stop" for seafood lovers in Austin. The ambiance, especially the outdoor seating, is perfect for dining al fresco. Highlights include fresh oysters, the lobster roll, and a sublime Salted Butterscotch Pot de Crème.

3,763 Reviews

  1. Stephen

    VIP

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Our table was right next to a door that was constantly being utilized. Other than that, it was great.

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  2. Scott

    VIP

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Terrific attentive and helpful service. Fantastic food. Great vibe.

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  3. Alma

    VIP

    Austin

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Displeased with Valentine's Day seating. We had an 11:30 am reservation at a table for 2 and within 15 minutes another couple was seated at a small table for 2 right next to us. The restaurant wasn't crowded and the other couple could have been seated at a table one further down from where they were seated so that we could both enjoy our meals and not overhear each other's conversations. No one else in the restaurant was seated next to another table. We won't be back.

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  4. Jamee

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible. Cannot recommend this place enough!

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  5. Jared

    VIP

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful meal and service was outstanding

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  6. Kyle

    Austin

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perla's is Excellent! Went for a date-night dinner. Previously had only done the patio (apps/ bloodys, etc... which is great as well!) but do yourself a favor and have a proper meal there. Service is attentive and professional. Quality of food and flavor profile is something else ! Kicking myself for neglecting this spot the last 15+ years.

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  7. Kathryn

    VIP

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is always amazing here! The food, the service, the vibes. Hands down one of the best in Austin. Gabby was one of the best servers we've ever had. She mentioned she's new, but you'd think she'd been at Perla's for years. Her dessert recommendation for the Key Lime ice cream with blackberries was literally amazing. Would come back just for her service alone!

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  8. Jackie

    VIP

    Dallas

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very attentive staff, beautiful restaurant and amazing food. The restaurant made my birthday one to remember!

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  9. Lexi

    Austin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All our food was yummy! Loved the Lobster bucatini, Sea Bass & tuna tostadas. The service has always been great.

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  10. Billy

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfectly prepared fish and scallops. Great service.

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Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 3763 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 86 times today
Google Map for Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

1400 S Congress, Suite B100, Austin, TX 78704

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Gibson
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Continental
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is validated parking in the garage located behind Perla's.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cody Leonard
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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