I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a long long time but it was out of the way. Finally I was in the area and I tried this place. Honestly everything was really good. We ordered the lobster linguine, beef tartare, focaccia , and branzino and to finish off the tiramisu. All the dishes were really tasty and the portion sizes were great as well. The standout for me was the lobster linguine, it was so flavourful and great amount of seafood. I'm a sucker for great tiramisu and this one did not disappoint. It was sooo good. I will definitely be back. The decor and service was phenomenal as well. read more

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Perla Oyster Bar and Grill was a fantastic experience! The food was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented, especially the oysters and seafood. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and the staff were friendly, attentive, and professional. Everything from the service to the quality of the food exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend Perla Oyster Bar and Grill and will definitely be coming back! read more

Had our anniversary dinner here and HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!!! Service was outstanding. There was so many staff in the restaurant and they all worked in unison to serve everyone, like a 'well oiled machine' .... Food was served in a timely fashion, being hot and super tasty. Portion sizes were excellent as well! Ambiance was beautiful and classy, well done! Staff were very knowledgeable about oysters, which was nice to see. Hats off to the 'Perla team' and special thanks to Julia to managing such a team..... Highly recommended!!!!! read more

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We came to Perla Oyster Bar & Grill for a nice celebration dinner, and overall, it was a really great experience. The restaurant has a beautiful, modern vibe- upscale but not intimidating- and it felt like the kind of place you'd go for a celebration (which we did!) or a fancier date night. The three of us shared a bottle of Albino Armani Pinot Grigio, which was super crisp and refreshing. It went perfectly with all the seafood we ordered and was easy to drink throughout the night. Here's what we tried: Raspberry Point Oysters (ordered 18 pcs) - I'll admit, I'm usually not the biggest fan of raw oysters, but the red vinaigrette they served on the side totally changed the game for me. It was tangy, slightly sweet, and packed with flavour. I could've eaten way more oysters just because of that vinaigrette. Super fresh, too! Truffle Fries - These were an easy favourite. The fries were hot and crispy, with a strong truffle aroma and flavour that didn't feel fake or overpowering. The parmesan on top added a nice touch, and we ended up snacking on these all night. Crab Cakes - I liked the taste, especially with the added citrus aioli, but the texture was a little too soft for me. I couldn't really pick out the crab unfortunately, it kind of all blended together. Still enjoyable, just not something I'd be rushing to get again. Bone Marrow - This was actually my first time trying bone marrow. I don't really know how to describe it... it was rich and buttery, and the sourdough toast helped cut through that heaviness. I didn't love it, but I didn't hate it either. Just one of those things I'm glad I tried. We ordered an extra piece so we could each have our own. Lobster Linguine - It was rich and flavourful. The sauce had a nice garlicky seafood taste, and they didn't skimp on the lobster meat. I'd definitely order this again. Linguine - This was a lighter option compared to the lobster one. It was fresh and simple with a nice tomato and basil flavour. If you're not looking for something too heavy, this is a good choice. Risotto Bianco (with added lobster tails) - The risotto itself was creamy and comforting, and both the scallop and shrimp were cooked perfectly- had that nice, bouncy texture I love. I added lobster tails to it (which came out to an extra $60), and while I appreciated the upgrade, the lobster was a little overcooked and ended up being kind of mushy. That was the only letdown for me. I also have to give a shoutout to our server, Eric. He was super attentive all night, checked in at the right times and made us feel really taken care of. Our mains did take longer than expected to come out, and Eric let us know the kitchen was a bit backed up. He apologized on their behalf and actually comped our dessert and after-dinner drinks (coffee and tea), which we really appreciated. That kind of service goes a long way. Yes, the prices here are definitely on the higher side, but between the food, the space, and the service, I felt like it was worth it. I'd definitely come back especially for those oysters and truffle fries. read more

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Perla Oyster Bar absolutely delivers From the moment you sit down, it feels elevated but effortless -- polished service, great energy, and a menu that knows exactly what it's doing. The seafood is pristine, the cocktails are on point, and then... this dessert stole the show. Silky, rich, perfectly balanced -- not overly sweet, beautifully plated, and finished with just the right touch of tartness from the berry drizzle. One of those desserts you slow down for because every bite is worth it. Perla isn't just about oysters (though they do those exceptionally well) -- it's a full experience, done right. Highly recommend for date night, celebrations, or when you just want to treat yourself properly read more

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Great place for parties and events. The service was excellent and ambiance was wonderful. The food was really good and be warned that the portions are all food sized which takes some of the bite out of the price. As you can see on the pictures, our group ordered a lot of different varieties and there was no disappointments all around. Definitely go back for our next event! read more

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I had the opportunity to eat here on a Friday night and absolutely couldn't pass it up. I'd heard so much about the place! If you are going during prime hours, be sure to make a reservation... we did, and just barely got in, it's a busy spot! We walked in and were drawn to a live drum performance to lounge beats which, for me, was a fresh change from the common saxophone or piano player. The ambiance of the restaurant is what you could call "nouveau-chic" or "classy trendy upscale". There is a dress code that no one seemed to violate from what I saw. The restaurant has many sections and an upstairs which I didn't get to see on this first visit. Our table was on the patio which for winter is converted into a fully heated eating area. When our server arrived we all noticed that he had a bit of a chip on his shoulder at first. That seemed to disappear a bit each time we spoke with him, eventually getting to the point of light laughter. He ended up being quite good to us after that rough start. The food everyone ordered was delicious. The presentation of each dish was impressive and the portions were fair. The prices are somewhat higher than ideal, but you really are also paying for "the dining experience" here. Our bill for 3 people came to just under $400 for apps, meals & drinks/shots. Dessert was complimentary because somehow my dining companions AND the restaurant manager who came to chat with us out of the blue, all decided it should be my birthday! Lollol (at least they didn't sing). But the place really is visually appealing, the food is really good and the vibes are great. It's the ideal spot for date night or a splurge night out with friends. Pros: - Location (incl. free parking) - Ambiance/Decor/Lighting - Staff (even with the rocky intro) - Taste/Quality/Presentation/Selection of food Cons: - Price (could be worse, but...) Can't wait to go back! read more

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Had a fantastic meal here. They brought out a giant appetizer platter which was phenomenal and so good I didn't get a chance to photograph. Highly recommend for larger groups. Then I got a phenomenal osso buco. With high end dining it can go either way but this was on point. read more

Perla Oyster Bar And Grill - Osso buco - Seafood Near Me - Woodbridge, Ontario

Attended for their Valentines Day special last night and the service was extremely slow, food was overcooked, 30 minutes for a refill on my drink! Horrendous experience which ruined the occasion and unlike any other time we've been there sadly! Entertainment was the ONLY enjoyable aspect of the evening, almost $3xx bill for my wife and I that Absolutely did NOT meet expectations! Seriously do better Russ! read more

Perla Oyster Bar And Grill - Bill for a Terrible dining experience! - Seafood Near Me - Woodbridge, Ontario

The service is great , music too loud and the appetizer not so good . The escargot were 1 out of 5 .

Amazing dinner last night celebrating our anniversary! Service was too notch, ambience and the food was mostly on point. We ordered the carpaccio, focaccia, clam chowder, french onion soup, short ribs, oysters, oysters Rockefeller and lobster spoons. All were excellent except my FO soup was too salty and short ribs were nothing special. Will be back for our next celebration! read more

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Vibrant energy, great service and quality food. Sat at the bar and the energy was such a great vibe. Service was well paced for each course and had a wonderful experience. read more

Today I decided to splurge a little while the tax break is still in effect. That brought me to Perla. I know the two star rating is not doing the wait staff justice, but a lot of this rating is based on the food. Perla claims to be a seafood place, so I was obligated to order myself a couple of oysters. I had the lucky lime which was ok, but the oyster was left with little sea water. My routine is always to take a sip before I slurp it down. Where did the water go? Maybe the size of the oyster had something to do with it or maybe they just weren't careful enough shucking the oyster. On the other hand, I thoroughly enjoyed the Cascumpec Bay. The sea water was there, and the oyster had a good crunch to it. The clam chowder was a major letdown from a couple standpoint. Firstly, the chowder lacked the proper seafood clam taste. In fact, it felt like a cream of potato soup with some chopped up clams thrown into it (maybe not enough clam juice?). Another aspect that was not to up to snub was that the clams had some degree of sand in it. It wasn't horrible like crunch, crunch terrible, but nonetheless it was there. When I mentioned this to my server, she was very nice about it and she knew that there's no sense making a new one for me since as she mentioned a new one would contain the same canned clams that they were using. As a result, she wiped the soup off my bill without me prompting for it. And she thanked me for letting them know about the issue. Portion was generous for the soup, but it did come with a $19 price tag. My main was a clam linguine in a garlic white wine sauce. I had no clue why I I ordered another clam dish. But again, pure disappointment. The clams, this time fresh, were severely overcooked. You can tell without putting one in your mouth seeing the size of the clam and how much it shrank relative to the shell. Trying just one confirmed my hypothesis as they were very chewy. The sauce was alright, taste wise; mainly driven by the garlic. Despite it not looking like a thick cream sauce, it felt a bit heavy. The sauce was pretty generic and not enough of the clam flavour seeped into it. The pasta also didn't feel like it's of the homemade variety. For a $30+ pasta, I expect way more than this. The super overcooked clams was the one part I just couldn't overlook. I also provided them with my feedback on the pasta and they again were thankful for the feedback. I told the server that I didn't want to cause any problem or wanted to get anything out of my complaint. However, when the bill came, they applied 25% discount on the bill without me prompting. Again full marks for service. Like I said, the wait staff were the stars of this meal. They were well trained and well mannered. They showed empathy, were eager to listen and demonstrated an excellent customer service mindset. One thing I wish they did was to have the busser be more conscientious in checking what's left in the customer's plate. I purposely left 6 uneaten clams in my dish. But when the busser cleaned up, he placed the side plate on top of the pasta dish, meaning no one will end up inspecting the issue. One slight miss on the wait staff's end was they forgot to give me a spoon for my pasta as I had to ask for one. Not a big deal. The servers were very diligent in topping up water and asking me how my meal was. At this price point, I expect much higher quality food. Maybe I caught them on the wrong day? Maybe I didn't order their most expensive items? Or maybe they are just not good at making clam. But honestly they are a high end seafood restaurant. No excuses! read more

The steaks were charbroiled to perfection, appetizers were delish and the ambiance was clean and modern, with friendly service staff.

Hey Yelpers! Thought I'd try this place for dinner while in route to work. Thoughts, parking is minimal. You can park in the other plazas around it that are literally steps away from restaurant, however, the entrances to those parking lots are different cause it's another plaza. Upon entering I was greeted by the hostess. The environment is casual. Very small space. Welcoming. For those people who are cautious with COVID, their staff do not wear face masks. Unsure about vaccination status. I did observe the bartender coughing into his sleeve a few times. The utensils are in a drawer that are all mixed up. So if you are very cautious with germs and cleanliness, heads up. I ordered the Fettucine ($49). The Fettucine is composed of Lobster tail * crab legs * shrimp * scallop * mussels * clams * light tomato sauce. The pasta is on the harder side for me. The sauce is very light but a small kick of spice, not too spicy. You get one small lobster tail, one small crab leg, few small mussels (4), maybe 3 shrimp and one scallop for me. Clams? None in mine. Is it worth it? To be honest not really, I was expecting better flavours. If you don't mind the sea after taste then this should be fine for you, This place was recommended to me by my barber. He said food was good. He did notice one possibly concerning aspect is that POC were seated in the lower level. Can't confirm cause I haven't dined in yet. So would I go again? Sure. Try another dish. Do I recommend it? Only if you are desperate to try eat there. read more

Perla Oyster Bar And Grill - Fettucine - Seafood Near Me - Woodbridge, Ontario

These guys are great Love the fact that in the middle of Vaughan you can get a great variety of fresh oysters. Their seafood platters are on point - great size. Plate sizes are to fill you! Service is great. Ambiance is on cozy and romantic. Love going there read more

Came here for our anniversary dinner as we didn't want to travel too far, and we were pleasantly surprised! Oyster were delicious, and the clam chowder was probably the best that I've had. There was live music in the evening and it got a bit loud, so we found it a bit hard to talk to each other. Service was amazing though, and the dishes were well timed. read more

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No coat check. And no one offered to take my coat so I had to put a long very expensive coat on the back of my chair and it was touching the floor .No bread at the table .A huge tv lit up the whole room which shouldn't be in a fine dining room .The waiter was not professional .The food is hit and miss .Two people did not like the steak .The crab cakes were good .The salad was good,the potatoes were good .A seafood dish was good.No dress code is enforced ,tshirts and hoodies were the theme .It's not up to the billing or prices . read more

Came back here when COVID allowed this restaurant to open up and it was great. We got a great server. Oysters were fresh and service was quick! read more

Perla Oyster Bar And Grill - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Woodbridge, Ontario

Fast and attentive service Fresh oysters & seafood pasta Delicious drinks I will be going back read more

Perla Oyster Bar And Grill - Seafood Near Me - Woodbridge, Ontario

Tried the new location service was good the food was good the ambience was amazing you can tell some serious money was spent on this place will try it again thx read more

All I can say is WOW! My friend wanted to expand their horizons with seafood and this was definitely the best place to do just that. We started off with the oysters and there's no picture because we ate them so fast. They were fresh and delicious. They came with a variety of different sauces to garnish the oysters - they tasted great. We had the calamari which was really good too. I normally find restaurants overcooking or frying calamari which makes it so rubbery but this one was not. We went with the chefs special which was a lemon butter linguine pasta with scallops - it tasted so good and refreshing. They also had someone play a live saxophone in the background which was really nice. Our waiter was also super nice and he guided us through the entire process which really helped us decide on what to get. He explained the menu perfectly and the chefs specials for the night. It's definitely pricey but I feel with the quality of the service and food it's definitely worth it. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Perla Oyster Bar And Grill - Seafood Near Me - Woodbridge, Ontario

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The Shrimp Ceviche and Tuna Tacos were both very good. The Manhattan was ok. I should have asked what kind of bourbon or whiskey they were using. The ambiance was nice. I believe it is a new location. They were not able to separate the cheque into 3 different charges which I would have preferred ( there were three couples). I rarely run into this practice anymore. read more

Delicious! Beautiful spread for a party upstairs in their private dining space. Equally delicious for lunch in their solarium. The service is excellent. Will definitely be back. My new favourite seafood place north of the city! Definitely on the pricey side. Great for very special occasions. read more

Food= Amazing . We ordered the Baked oysters, Muscles in red sauce, Australian rack of lamb, Scallops and caviar, Crab cake and told the waiter to pick the oysters for us, everything was delicious. We also had all 3 desserts (Homestyle tiramisu, Ricotta and pistachios cake, and Newyork Cheese cake) they were soooo good. Highly, highly recommend this place! Interior is a small but intimate cozy place. Loved it. Will definitely be going back read more

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Excellent service great menu highly recommend it! Lamb chops to die for ! Always great oysters!! read more

Love this place. Food, service and ambiance amazing. Owner is super nice, visited our table and takes great pride in his dishes. If you are a Movie buff they have the hat worn by Al Pacino in the Godfather in the wine room. I've recommended this place to friends and family and everyone that's been has loved it ! read more

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The best seafood by far! The decor and atmosphere is exquisite. It's charming and cozy all the same. The food is delicious a little on the higher price point, but good quality. The service was efficient and friendly! Great location. read more

This place is so beautiful! The food is amazing & the staff is amazing too! My go to for oysters which they have a wide selection of including many seafood dishes! read more

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This place is amazing!! The food was absolutely delicious and will definitely be going back!

Everything at Perla does not disappoint! One of my favourite restaurants in the GTA. Great food, cocktails, service, and ambiance. Favourite items include the rack of lamb (medium rare), mushroom risotto, clam chowder, beef carpaccio and OYSTERS! The fanny bay oysters were very creamy and fresh. Will definitely be back again! read more

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My dinner last nights!! Tasty food and great service!!! Constantly doing their best.

Great oysters!!! Great seafood in general. Got food delivered and would absolutely order again or come here for dinner!

My husband and I sat outside for dinner tonight. Our waitress was outgoing and attentive. Our drinks never ran out and the seafood was delicious, if just slightly over cooked. We will definitely be back to try the other dishes! read more

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Third visit & as always I was extremely happy. I invited friends & was worried because we had dietary restrictions in our group. They were amazing & made accommodations. Our server was fabulous. We were overall very happy with service, quality, presentation and taste. Definitely a 10/10 restaurant and I will continue to refer people. read more

Excellent oysters. I've had oysters in almost countless places, and this place is as good as any I've been to. The service is really good as well, and the owner is charming and welcoming. read more

This place is amazing. The food superb and ambiance terrific. The efficient and friendly staff provide service second to none. Offers an impressive wine selection. My wife and I dine at this fine establishment each week. A must go to place. Highly recommended for both casual and fine dining. read more

Please read this review! First visit we were seated in the basement. We had fantastic company that distracted from the environment and the food was very good. With a $2,700.00 bill for 6 adults and 2 kids after 2 hours of seating, we were asked to leave as they wanted the table. To our disappointment, we just quickly packed up and left. Tonight we came back, 4 adults and 3 kids, $2,300.00 bill, seated on the main floor. After a few hours, the owner slammed a bottle of Canadian vodka on our table, without glasses and asked us to leave and take the bottle with us. No problem. We promptly packed up will never come back. Ever. Regardless of how good their seafood is, that bill doesn't require a second/third table flip. Sad, we will always remember how we got so rudely kicked out. TWICE. Having spent over $5,000.00 in a couple of months with this restaurant. 1 star for you Perla, I guess you can't buy class. read more

Dined here 3 weeks ago with friends. 4 guests who ordered drinks, 3 dozen oysters and 4-5 main dishes. Our mains were completely disappointing. So disappointing that the owner knew himself they were not up to standards. Our pasta dishes were hardly edible - with no flavor at all. A steak was incorrectly cooked TWICE. Our bill was over $500 that evening. We left upset and not having interests in returning. The next morning I receive a message from the owner himself, admitting the food we received was not the usual as kitchen staff were not his usual. He asked for me and my friends to return for "dinner on him". We were open to taking this offer and appreciated the gesture. I reached out to him to return this past Friday and he agreed he had availability. To say the least - he came to our table twice to greet us and to check in after our meal. We were disappointed to be handed a bill of $300. The waiter specified that "Tony took off 20%". Now of course we did not expect to leave there spending no money as our waiter was fantastic... but this is terrible customer service and NOT how you invite guests back and conduct a business. A true slap in the face actually. $800 spent in the span of just a couple of weeks. What was meant to be a "dinner on him" got completely disregarded. We would have rather spent our money elsewhere and we will not be returning to this restaurant for this reason. I've told friends and family about this experience from the start - and they were shocked to Tony bringing us back to only take off 20%! Waste of time and money. I also expressed my feelings to Tony. He blamed his waiter and offered a $100 gift card. We did not accept as we are turned off completely. read more