Saw this place on yelp as we were driving down the road hunting for a place to eat for dinner. The reviews were stellar but driving by we were not sure we arrived at the right address because externally the restaurant is no frills. Do not let the external appearance deceive you. You have arrived. Walking in and you will be welcomed by a charming Italian restaurant with a wonderful wait staff that are polite, knowledgeable and really a pleasure to be around. The team does not rush you between parts of service and the food was delicious. We had some off the menu and some on the menu choices and there was no issues whatsoever. For a family that doesn't typically order desert our family ordered 3. They were also able to split the dishes for our children and treated them so well that they wanted to create their own yelp accounts just to leave their own reviews. Also if you get Salvatore he is awesome and will bring a smile to your evening. read more

La Perla Di Pompano - Cappuccino - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

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Has a delicious dinner here recently with family while they we're visiting from out of town. All the food we had was outstanding and seeing what everyone else was eating around us made us excited to come back for more. At our table we had the beet and burrata special and bruschetta for appetizer. LOVED the beets - had a bit of orange slices and having a bite of everything was divine. Our table got the osso bucco special with the gnocchi, the black linguini and seafood, lemon chicken, and linguini with clams. We were in love with everything. We ate the pistachio créeme brûlée and molten lava cake for dessert and omg so good. It was a great experience in addition to a great meal. Our server was great, and we had a wonderful time. read more

We (Clarissa K and Joan L) were here to jointly celebrate our birthdays with an emphasis on Clarissa, who was nearing her special milestone. :-) Our table was decorated with a birthday balloon-which was such a thoughtful gesture. The vibe is slightly upscale without being pretentious. The dining room is on the small side with a warm and inviting vibe. Complimentary bruschetta and garlic bread were delicious, but the star of the show was the Burrata and Prosciutto platter that included grilled pineapple and peaches, lightly drizzled with a very good balsamic. This was truly amazing and enjoyed by all of us. For our mains, Joan had the Tuna, Clarissa ordered Veal Marsala and I went with one of the nightly specials~ Short Rib Ravioli. I wanted to try a pasta dish since everything is made in-house. The Ravioli were sinful, stuffed with plenty of short rib meat. I was pleasantly surprised to find a large short rib (on the bone) placed on top of the ravioli. The meat was a bit chewy, and the sauce lacked sufficient seasoning. I wasn't at all upset because those Ravioli were outrageous and nearly six months later, I am still thinking about them. We were treated to three small cannolis and a birthday candle for Clarissa. Delicious! We were also treated to a round of house-made Limoncello. This was a bit strong for me but my girlfriends really liked it. We shared a nice sized slice of Limoncello Cake that was to die for. The cake was just fabulous. This was the perfect restaurant for our celebration dinner. Service was attentive, prices were reasonable and the food was good. I see Veal Marsala on my next visit, or Lobster Ravioli, maybe both if someone will share with me. There is a small parking lot directly behind the restaurant and additional parking located at the bank next door. We all found a space without any problem. They don't serve liquor, only beer and wine and reservations are highly recommended. Our leisurely dinner lasted three hours, which was great because we weren't rushed. We left in a good mood-happy and full. Wonderful restaurant! ***photo credit goes to Joan as I couldn't figure out how to use my new phone *** read more

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My BF and I met another couple here to celebrate her and my birthday. We were told it was a nice authentic Italina restaurant and that was no lie. The space is not big but comfortable. Tables are arranged to maximize the space they have, and sit as many customers as possible, while still leaving room to walk between them without disturbing anyone. Our server has been with them for a while and knew the menu very well. Thanks to him we ordered the carpaccio appetizer, and it was amazing. Raw beef is usually not for me, but this was the exception. Absolutely delicious. The "table service" Bruschetta are great too, and I dare you to restrain yourself on eating just one and wanting to ask for more. This was also my first time having squid ink pasta. If you are going to try it for the first time, I think this is the place to do it at. I was so impressed with it, I couldn't stop sharing with my table how delicious it was. And really appreciated our server making sure I would like it, before placing the order for me, explaining the taste the best he could. But I was sold with his description and so glad I ordered it. To celebrate our birthday, and as a very nice gesture, they brought out a chocolate lava cake with a candle, and wished us a Happy one. La Perla di Pompano is definitely worth all the perfect 5 stars it's got here, and I can't wait to go back. read more

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Amazing food, ambiance, and service! Will be back for sure! The special octopus appetizer was delicious, and make sure to choose one of their house made pasta selections; I chose the Gnocchi della Nonna. I am very picky about Gnocchi, and this one definitely meets the standards You need to try it! read more

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All I can say is WOW. The restaurant itself is small, intimate, very nice family type atmosphere, something you would expect to see in Little Italy in NY or something. The food was CRAZY good. Dare I say the best meatballs and veal parm I ever had in my life? Am I being prisoner of the moment? Maybe. Maybe not. Simply phenomenal read more

1/18/24 This evening we invited friends to join us at La Perla. Our server Salvatore could not have been more accommodating. Tonight one of the specials was lasagna. We all decided to enjoy this as our appetizer. Manuela divided two entrée portions in the kitchen and it was served bubbly hot in lovely ceramic dishes. Everyone raved about the homemade pasta. One of our guests ordered the chicken Milanese which was served with a gorgeous arugula salad on top. His wife and my husband ordered the veal saltimbocca. Tender slices of veal layered with prosciutto and cheese. Topped with a beautiful brown sauce. They both enjoyed it very much. I chose to have the scallop special that was served over a creamy risotto that had spinach and cheese. The risotto was perfectly seasoned, al dente and the scallops were sautéed beautifully. We usually are not dessert people but we could not pass up the cannoli. I know that they were filled just before they hit the table. The shells were crispy and the filling divine. La Perla is an intimate dining experience and not to be missed. Thank you La Perla, Salvatore, and of course Manuela! read more

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Great ambience. Delicious food. Great service. Greta menu with lots to choose from.

I had heard about La Perla from a few friends. The word was that it was a classic Italian vibe. We met up with some friends the other day to check it out. it did have a nice homey family vibe as we walked in. The older staff made it feel like many people may have been with the restaurant for a while. Our server was a really nice guy, who really knew the menu. He answered many questions, and explained the different specials they had as well. There was a few entrees and appetizers that sounded interesting, and it was truffle season too. But we started a little slow. We got a nice bottle of wine and took in the place. It did have a classic charm about it. a classic restaurant vibe, but classy. it wasn't too busy, but was definitely a popular spot. We did end up with a nice appetizer, but I was especially impressed with my main meal, the Strozzapreti alla Norcina. It came with black truffle, but they added white truffle as well for me. It was truffle-tastic. And the noodles, which were made on site(all their noodles are) were darn good. We finished with a couple of their desserts which were excellent as well. I like Italian, and if you do too, La Perla is a spot to go. read more

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DISAPPOINTMENT!! One star is generous. Starting with stale bread and no olive oil, not good. The main dishes were tasteless. Veal pinata was from a frozen pre breaded package, worst I've ever had. The seafood pasta was tasteless and smothered in canned tomato sauce. THIS IS A 1 STAR RESTAURANT!!! The service matched the food. Yelp needs to start new ratings when the restaurants change hands. read more

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Excellent food! Family owned and made us feel welcome and like we were in Italy . I spoke with the owner and she was so personable and nice. I am eager to go back with my husband. read more

We were so lucky to find this gem. The food was fantastic. Everything was fresh and made in house. Service was prompt and not intrusive. We are visiting from Iowa but can't wait for our next trip to La Perla Di Pompano. Chefs kiss!!! read more

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I wish I could give LaPerla extra stars. We had such an exceptional dining experience. Four of us dined and each ordered a different entree. Everyone was extremely pleased. The corkage charge is $25. The menu is reasonably priced. We had entrees, one salad, the corkage fee, and three additional glasses of wine. The check before tax and tip was $177. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and every table was taken. I have three recommendations: 1. Make a reservation or it will be difficult to get in. 2. Order your entrees shortly after getting your beverages. They are all made from scratch which makes them so exceptional but that takes longer to prepare. 3. Park in the bank next door. If I could only go to one restaurant when I visit South Florida, LaPerla Di Pompano would be my choice. read more

I considered the food was average, nothing special and quite pricey. A major negative is they lack a liquor license so for some at our table who don't drink wine or beer, it was unsatisfying. I ordered the miso salad - $14 for a salad that was decent and lobster ravioli for an entree at $34. It had an oceanic taste. Service was merely adequate. The servers delivered the food to the wrong people. Bread basket was simply plain and chilled. read more

The best Italian restaurant in Pompano Beach. From the very well put together menu, to the attention of the waiters. Everything is made in house and to order. Food is excellent, my favorite Strozzapreti Norcina, a must have. The owners always very attentive when I visit. Beautiful ambiance for a date, family dinner or solo dinner. Totally recommend. read more

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This restaurant is incredible! The chef is the owner with her husband. Everything is made fresh from the appetizers to the entrées to the desserts. The white linen tablecloth really make you feel like your dining! The food is superb as you can tell by the ratings of this establishment. Thank you Gianni for the excellent service tonight. Everyone makes us feel like family there. read more

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Epic Italian restaurant! It would be easy to pass by this restaurant if you didn't know what you were looking for. However, behind what might look like a fairly average storefront is an amazing Italian restaurant with no bad meal on the menu. Classic Italian dishes you will not soon forget. read more

The food, service and ambience are all excellent. We've been here twice already and we will be back! This time we took our daughter with us. My wife and daughter are gluten free and they make amazing gluten free food. My wife ordered the chicken parmigiana and said it tasted like what she grew up eating. I had an absolutely delicious chicken Florentine that I will order very often. I can't forget the staff, friendly and welcoming. read more

Love the ambiance and the service is superb. Now let's get to the food. Delicious! That's what I say. Their food is delicious. I'm vegan & sadly there are no outright vegan main dish except the Spaghetti Napoletana. But, if you want to come dine in a place that'll treat you like family while you visit, order all of the sides & you'll have a delightful meal... especially the sautéed spinach. The sautéed spinach is the best in south Florida. Tell them Clay from Suriname sent you. read more

La Perla Di Pompano - Mixed vegetables & sautéed broccoli - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

Just went for the first time with my boyfriend and his dad! We all are soooo happy! salvatore was our waiter he was so sweet! I have a gluten allergy and they were so great gluten free bread and pasta! Loved everything about this place will be back read more

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Decor/service: upscale Italian restaurant. Only has about 15 tables inside and it makes it feel cozy. Servers were under staffed and they let customers know but they still provided great and friendly service. Food came out at a reasonable pace 5/5 Food- Bread: 2 bread options. Neither blew me away. Fresh made but just average overall 3/5 Burrata prosciutto appetizer: great dish. Good flavor all around. Good portion size to split 5/5 Pasta e fagioli: wasn't my favorite. Lacked flavor 3/5 Gnocchi della nonna: good flavor profile. Not a huge mushroom fan but they really made the dish. 4.5/5 Chocolate mousse dessert: little to thick for me. More of a heavy dark chocolate flavor 3/5 read more

Celebrating our 11 year wedding anniversary this was a first visit to La Perla. It was an evening of multiple celebrations going on in the restaurant, several birthday celebrations in addition to our anniversary. The restaurant is clean, the atmosphere and ambiance lends itself to a quaint cafe setting. The service was good for as busy as they were, they were attentive yet you felt rushed which was a little disappointing. The food is five star , everything arrives made to perfection. Portion sizzle is above average Value , even with five star meals the overall cost is high .. Would I recommend? Yes for a special occasion, if your dinning budget expectations is less than $200 for 2 people with cocktails, appetizers, main course entrees and dessert then La Perla is not for you. read more

Great service real accent and super nice real Italian recommend, the food tased great I ordered the spaghetti bolognese, the ambiance was great warm good white cloths and kid friendly!!! read more

La Perla Di Pompano - The spaghetti - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

Thanks for all the outstanding dinners we have had with you! You are a hidden gem and we are so glad to have found you! EVERYTHING is homemade!! Be sure to call for a reservation because you will be out of luck if you just show up. It's a small restaurant beautifully decorated and so inviting! Thank you again for putting such "love" into your food! Don't forget to save room for dessert ALL HOMEMADE!! Also the service has ALWAYS been fantastic the 1/2 dozen times we have eaten there. read more

This place it's a fake Italian restaurant Another restaurant claiming Italian roots but chef probably never visit Italy to learn how to serve some tagliatelle over seafood, last night this pasta was floating in a whole can of tomato sauce I returned the dish and leave this place after I pay 300$$ bill and at 10 pm I cooking at home Stay away read more

Great food and amazing service. Very cute and quaint restaurant. An authentic Italian gem in pompano!

Wow! Food was amazing. Service was excellent. A true family business who put their heart and soul into this establishment. Everything here was homemade and the taste and quality could not have been better. Can't wait to come back. read more

La Perla Di Pompano - Braised short rib and homemade jnocchi. - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

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I spotted La Perla driving north on Federal, and said "oh, THAT place looks cute." Still in the hunt for where to go for my birthday dinner, I looked it up on Yelp! FIVE STARS. "Ok, that's the place!" What a lovely, memorable, delicious, perfect dining experience. The burrata and prosciutto appetizer is SO delicious. We had two pasta dishes to die for--one gnocchi and the other a Norcina style pasta. Dessert was limoncello cake and panna cotta with mango sauce with a HAPPY BIRTHDAY message on the plate. Unbelievable service, food, ambience. You get the impression that THEY CARE. The chef makes everything herself including the cheese. You probably need a reservation. There were a couple of free tables on a Sunday night, but you can't count on that most evenings. read more

We were very impressed with La Perla and all the food was delicious! Our waiter Gianni was a great waiter, and we can't wait to go back. We had the grilled octopus and the Baratta special with prosciutto, grilled pineapple, and grilled peaches amazing! I had the chicken Toscano loved it. The Sunday sauce was amazing with the homemade Pappardelle pasta also. Don't forget to get the lemoncello cake! read more

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The service was good,. The ambiance is ok, if the main door was anything but glass you wouldn't be looking or hearing the traffic from US1...it's distracting. Onto the food... I ordered the appetizer portion of the Meatballs and the Eggplant Rolatini. The meatballs were cold inside,.they aren't simmered in the tomato sauce. The sauce is put on the plate and the meatballs are placed on top. The ricotta cheese that on top was right out of the refrigerator! Not good!! Sloppy presentation and cold food! The Eggplant was mushy and had too much cheese on top. I had a couple bites and it was a cold mushy mess. My companion and I took home the food to have as leftovers that are properly heated. Also the bread isn't warm. It could have been so much better if the food had been served hot! There's allot of Italian Restaurants out there! Check Please read more

So lucky that I was able to snag a last minute Friday evening reservation! The location was a bit shocking to me but once inside it feels like your in a family living room I love the small intimate feeling of the restaurant! There was 3 waiters they all helped us the owner helped us pick a delicious bottle of wine! The menu was just the right size we loved our picks my husband got the fruita de mar and I had the special short ribs! We ordered the Limoncello cake to end off the meal and we can't wait to go back and try it again! Thank you for having us! read more

La Perla Di Pompano - Limoncello cake! - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

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One year later and our review is even better! When we step foot in the restaurant, it was like returning to the kitchen of a familiar friend - a friend who knows how to cook! The ambience at La Perla is so welcoming, and the quality of the food is as good if not better. Salvatore, our waiter, treated us like old friends, and was so knowledgeable about the wine that we brought - they have a very reasonable corking charge - and also our menu choices. The grilled octopus salad is a revelation! I had never tasted grilled octopus, and was surprised at how rich and flavorful it was. Marinated, grill, and not at all chewy as I had expected. It is definitely a dish to try. The veal special was so large that my brother and husband shared it and were happy that they ordered only one. My chickenMilanese was enough for two meals and my husband happily ate it the next day. The sign for the restaurant is somewhat obscured (- I hope you are not trying to keep this wonderful restaurant a hidden gem) but any good GPS should get you there!ciao-- y grazie! read more

La Perla Di Pompano - Salvatore joins us in a photo after dinner! - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

The location of the restaurant is about a mile away from the beach but please don't be afraid to join us locals on the inter streets of Pompano. In actuality the further you get away from the beach the better the atmosphere! This cozy first class Italian restaurant on US-1 is a diamond in the ruff. Everyone serving at the restaurant is dressed to impress, pls ask your delinquent teenagers to show up in more than a smelly t-shit and warn out shorts, or you can just leave them home and have an amazing date night with your significant other. There's no such thing as over dressed, most people here are geared from gorgeous to fabulous! The pasta is home made and the seafood is fresh. Bring your appetite! read more

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The owner and her staff her amazing. Authentic Italian food and fresh baked bread. The staff were wonderful and my gnocchi were awesome. The inside of the restaurant was beautiful. read more

Great people and service. Ambiance can be worked on, a little "cold" feeling rather than a cozy Italian restaurant. Lower the lighting ! Food was good. read more

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Amazing food, amazing service, cute little atmosphere. Our first time here but we will definitely return. A must try for anyone looking for great authentic Italian food. read more

Amazing might be too mild a word to describe our recent visit to LaPerla. Service, cuisine, and price; the restaurant trifecta. We arrived on time for our seven o'clock reservation, and were seated immediately. Bruschetta arrived at our table immediately, along with a complete, but not extravagantly large menu focused on homemade pasta, seafood and chicken and veal. Table service was superb; our waiter was clearly a pro who provided efficient, well paced attention. Our entrees of veal saltimbocca and black tagliatelle with a variety of shellfish were both excellent. A desert of crime brûlée completed our meal. A couple of mild cautions: do make reservations; it's a small space and was full the whole time we were there. Don't go expecting Mt. Vesuvius on a wall mural. It's nice, not loud but not a pizza kind of place. It's an easy location to miss. Located just north of Atlantic Blvd. In Pompano, it's small and it's possible to drive right by. Parking is free but the lot isn't easy to get into. Leaving is better since you can exit from the rear. Figure about $50/75 dollars per person for dinne with apps, entree and desert . Wine is available by the glass or bottle, with a bottle starting at around $40. Portions are truly large. Enough for two, especially the apps and salads. Don't want this to sound like a commercial and I don't usually gush, but do give it a try. It's well worth read more

8-20-22 6:30 pm reservations Came here to meet up with Yelp friends Britt Z. and Joan L. to celebrate our mutual birthdays for this year. When we arrived at the table the restaurant had a birthday balloon for us which was a nice surprise. It was a good sized table positioned nicely so you could see everything in the restaurant. The service was outstanding , and they let us have plenty of time to catch up with each other. We shared two large bottles through out the meal of San Pellegrino my favorite sparkling water. The attention paid to us so so great I even had my glass changed out for a clean one towards the end of the meal. To start we had their special appetizer of fresh mozzarella with greens and grilled fresh peaches and pineapple. Also we had complimentary bruschetta and garlic bread. Note I paced myself accordingly and ate ever so lightly all day in preparation. For my main course veal Marsala it had beautiful cut of veal and a generous portion of mushrooms. Needless to say with all the preparations I still could not finish so had it wrapped up to take home. As well as I had an order of Gnocchi del Nona to go for hubby who was at home. They kindly brought us with candle three mini cannolis for birthday dessert. It had my name on it I guess because my birthday was upcoming and I am the oldest lol. Very sweet and appreciated by myself especially kind. We also chose a Limoncello cake for dessert as well as three shots of the same which was homemade. A perfect ending to a wonderful meal. Glad we started early as we left three hours later. They have complimentary parking out back behind the restaurant. So definitely come early so you can park. Would love to come back again soon to try the homemade pasta out. I am confident it is delicious like everything else served here. read more

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Really 4.5 stars...let me explain: The waiter was nothing short of amazing: witty, gracious, speedy, and knowledgeable, all with an Italian accent. The food: portions were plentiful and tasty, but just a mark short of delicious. I had the Pollo di Fiorentina (Chicken Florentine). The cheese, sauce, and tomatoes were delicious, but -- surprisingly -- if you took a bite of the underlying chicken "naked," it had no flavor. Nuttin'. Just a hunk of blah meat. The bottle of red wine our table shared was delicious. (Unfortunately I didn't order it and don't know what it was, but it was so good, we ended up ordering a 2d.) Dessert: I had the creme puffs which I shared with the table; "delicious" was the unanimous verdict. My friend also had the chocolate..? cake?? (much fancier name, but it looked like a piece of chocolate cake), which she also christened "delicious." The ambiance was lovely, lively, and intimate (be sure to make a reservation), although it could get loud. Overall, I highly recommend, but I can't quite agree that it merits the full five rating of perfection. read more

Another excellent meal with great service.Excellent Northern Italian cuisine. Dining as intended, quality at its best! read more

La Perla Di Pompano - Another great meal at La Perla de Pompano; excellent service: top shelf Northern Italian cuisine! - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida