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What to order at The Pearl
- Must order
- Half-dozen seasonal oysters, the dry-aged burger and whatever pie is on the rotating dessert menu.
- Signature dishes
- Seasonal oysters, House-made pasta, Pie of the day
- Editor tip
- Saturday and Sunday brunch from 10am; the bar takes walk-ins when the dining room is fully booked.
CuisineAmerican Gastropub
Price$$$
Neighborhoodwater-street
HoursMon-Thu 11:30-22:00, Fri 11:30-23:00, Sat 10:00-23:00, Sun 10:00-21:00
Phone8137097776
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Signature dishes: Seasonal oysters, House-made pasta, Pie of the day
Must order: Half-dozen seasonal oysters, the dry-aged burger and whatever pie is on the rotating dessert menu.
Tip: Saturday and Sunday brunch from 10am; the bar takes walk-ins when the dining room is fully booked.
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Location
Address: 823 Water St Suite C-100, Tampa, FL 33602
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