Wow! One of the best restaurant bars I've been too! Food and drinks are amazing!!! I was served by Albie and a Lily. They were so great!!! I got the skirt steak, prawn cocktail and flan and WOW!!! The place is so gorgeous, reminds me of more tasteful Rainforest Cafe. read more

What an experience! Is truly a very immersive experience with the decorations, the ambience, and the vibes. I ordered the porkchop, skirt steak, Parker rolls, calamari, and brussels sprouts. Everything was cooked to perfection and delicious. Josh and Manny were very attentive and helped my large party of 14 with no issues. They were always available if I needed anything. I highly recommend everyone to go and try the wooden pearl, especially for a special occasions! read more

Came here for brunch, and the food did not disappoint! I ordered the salsa verde chilaquiles with a well-done steak, my sister had the classic breakfast, and we shared the potato pavé with caviar (modified to fit our food preferences). Every single dish was absolutely delicious. To drink, we had sparkling water, and I ordered a michelada that paired perfectly with brunch. I also loved the décor--it definitely gives off an under-the-sea vibe. The dim lighting created such a cozy, inviting ambiance that made the experience even better. The customer service was top-tier. A special shoutout to Albie for providing such amazing service and making us feel so welcomed throughout our visit. Safe to say this won't be my last visit. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu! read more

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Omg when I say I loved this place, I mean i LOVED. It's located on the bottom floor of Anaheim Packing District and is a little restaurant with big personality and flavors! The service was as amazing as the food! We had multiple waiters come up to us and asked me and my friend how everything was. They were also very helpful with what dishes and drinks would best suit our food palettes. I would definitely go back for more! Food items: - Scallops 4/5 - Calamari 5/5 - Potato Pavé 5/5 - King Koko Colada (drink) 5/5 - Lost in Translation (drink) 4/5 For everything we got, the prices were a little bit on the expensive side and their portions are small as well but I don't mind spending a little more on good quality food! Parking is shared with the packing district so it can be a little bit of a hassle to find a spot, but there is also Valet offered for $9! read more

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Wow! Delicious, delicious food! Even the basque cheesecake was utterly amazing. Great service and the layout was cute. Although it felt a bit warm where I was sitting. I will definitely go back read more

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The restaurant was very accommodating, considering how it had large group reservations. The staff are very nice and helpful, and the oysters were absolutely on point. I love the decor of this restaurant, they did a good job to make you feel like you're not in the packing district, I had an overall great experience here. Thanks for crossing out my oyster craving. read more

Wooden Pearl - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

Did not like this place at all Food: 1/5 - quality, portions everything was pretty bad. We asked if they had any vegetarian not even vegan entrees and they said no. They said they can remove protein from pastas like scampi or mac n cheese and just give us dough and butter. Food lacked any flavor or cook or technique and everydish was above 20$. Some drinks straight up taste like turpentine. Service: horrible. I tried to give them benefit of doubt thinking they're inexperienced, but they seem ignorant and rude. They were pretty empty and were so rude about reservations even though we had them. It's also in the packing district with 10 other great restaurants so 100% will not recommend. read more

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Haven't written a review in a minute, but this place was just wonderful. We showed up at 4:30 on a Thursday afternoon, and were immediately welcomed by Manny, who was working both the host stand and as a server. He told us they were short staffed due to someone calling out for an emergency, and yet the whole time we felt well taken care of. Manny had great recommendations, was thoughtful and funny, and made us feel at home. We also met Paul, who was working the bar and also as an expo, and made wonderful cocktails. He even offered to make us something off-menu, and had mentioned that one of the drinks he had tried while making those off-menu drinks didn't turn out. The fact that he was so dedicated to making something we would enjoy based on our tastes that he wouldn't accept a sub-par drink really means a lot. He was also kind and fun, and we would absolutely drink the rest of the bar menu. The food was also great, I got a dozen oysters that were fresh and briny, my wife and I shared the Parker rolls, and we had sea bass and skirt steak that were each beautifully prepared and not too heavy. Funny enough if I had one note it would be that you couldn't cut the steak with the steak knives... because the steak knives were a little dull and not serrated. BUT we discovered you could easily cut the steak with a butter knife - that's how tender it was. Honestly while the food was great, the people who work here are the real sell. They're so cool and dang nice, we look forward to coming back! read more

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My wife and I recently visited this restaurant and had no idea it was located downstairs packing district. It's an intimate steak & seafood restaurant and I recommend if you want to have a quiet dinner. We started off with the blue fin crudo and everything about this dish was on point. Fish was fresh and the combination of avacdo, the seeds, the sauce, it was all a delicious app put together. Highly recommend this dish! For another seafood dish, we ordered the scallops. This is where it kinda fell short. Usually scallop in my opinion should be a little bit more firm as far as texture goes. I felt it might have been just a little undercooked. Unfortunately, we weren't a big fan of this dish. Presentation looked nice though. We both had one last dish, which was the skirt steak. This dish definitely saved the night. Cooked with perfection and the perfect temp to medium. It paired really well the sauce and the broccolini. Very tender. Good dinner spot for steak, the scallops fell short. That does not mean I won't come back! read more

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Literally our favorite date night drink. The staff is so friendly and welcoming. Always our go to spot the vibes never fails and the food was amazing. read more

Wooden Pearl - Fizzy Maguire is our date night fave - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

10 out of 10, never disappoints. First of all let me start with I can't believe I actually took pictures before taking bites! If you know me I get mesmerized with good food. My intentions are always to take pictures of said mouthwatering masterpieces. First time bringing my son my teenage son. I was excited to roll out the red carpet for him. We started with crab cakes. These were crunchy and flavorful inside and out. These flavors were very delicate, rich and bright with a hint of lemon and sprinkled with pumpkin seeds to elevate the rich flavors with a little bit of earthiness. Served alongside wiith the most simple salad, citrusy and bright as well as two different aiolis. All these flavors work well together. What a great way to start our meal. Second course lobster mac and cheese. My son was so excited over lobster mac and cheese. He didn't have high hopes because he's been let down at other restaurants with the lack of flavor and the lack of lobster. But I knew he was in for a surprise (it's one of my favorite dishes there) practically every bite had a nice bite size of lobster. This was so creamy and rich, with tons of flavors. But not overwhelming. It's one of these meals that you have on a tough day or rainy day. And you want a little bit of "home'. I liiterally feel like I'm being hugged with every bite. There's something so comforting with this meal The pork chops .... Emmm medium well sitting on a bed of sunchoke puree and creamy spinach artichoke dip.... I was that girl who always 100% ordered medium rare steak. I mean you could not pay me to order anything other than steak. The staff talked about this this plate, convinced me to try it to take a leap of faith. Not only did she change my mind but she changed to her mother guest. All I can tell you is that we were blown away! My son had the same experience when I took him on our date. I mean he closed his eyes as he was savoring every bite. And this is a teenager may I remind you. A year ago I took my son out to a Japanese restaurant and I had ordered oysters for him to try. He was traumatized they were huge and it just tasted awful. But I was able to convince him to a go. I begged him just to try at least one (I've had them here and can attest their freshness and high quality). These oysters are fresh and high qualit. You can taste the ocean water, they're dainty and the perfect way to end the meal or start it. Long story short this place has the vibe the ambiance high quality mouth watering food and to top it all off the staff is knowledgeable and very detailed! In my opinion it's 10 out of 10 which is why I keep coming back! Quick tip the post water malon, if you want to have an unforgettable drink with layers of flavor! Enjoy and you're welcome! read more

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Came here on a last-minute trip to the Anaheim packing house by just walking by and discovered it was a vibe so decided to try it out! The inside is whimsical and dimly lit. It was around three in the afternoon on Saturday so we didn't have a reservation, but there was plenty of seating. My husband did an oyster shooter and he said it was pretty good, there is no alcohol in it.l, you have to add it if you would like that option I enjoyed a glass of wine. We decided to split the crab Cacio E Pepe and it was so good, there was plenty of crab inside and mixed with the cheesy pepper sauce, it was very complementary with each other. This is a fun and cute spot that is different from the bright and vibrant packing house options. read more

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Very beautiful restaurant , you forget you are the packing house as soon as you are seated . Service spot on , drinks well made ! Now the food ! The Chippino is the best "fish stew " I've ever had .. loaded with shrimp , clams , muscles and fish .. The broth is so flavorful .. My picky wife always gets the strip steak ... Soooo good ( glad she shares with me !!! ) We will be back !!! read more

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Came here with my family and a couple friends, and they were able to accommodate us with a toddler which was nice. Staff was friendly and overall service was smooth. Started with the calamari, that was really good. Steak was also solid, just a little more cooked than I would've liked. Nice spot for a group dinner, good vibe, and pretty easy experience overall. I'd come back. read more

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very cute spot tucked inside the Anaheim Packing House. The theme is a bit hard to pin down -it feels like you're inside a ship with the rustic wood accents, but there's also an eclectic mix of interiors and lush plant features scattered throughout. I really enjoyed the ambience, and the moody lighting added a nice touch. Beef Tartare - 7/10: Standard French-style tartare. Solid, but nothing mind-blowing. I did find it a bit odd that some pieces of bread were charred while others weren't. Kale Caesar Salad - 7/10: Fresh ingredients, but the flavour was a little underwhelming. Not amazing, but good enough. Crab Cacio e Pepe with Truffle - 4/10: Unfortunately, this was the dish I was most excited about, and it fell short. The pasta was overcooked and ripped easily, the flavour was lacking, and I had to add salt to every bite. The worst part was that we bit into a thin piece of metal in the dish, so we had to send it back. Chilean Sea Bass - 7.5/10: The fish was cooked perfectly, flaky and tender. The green pea risotto was decent, but the dish as a whole felt like it was lacking a bit of flavour. Oysters - 8/10: Simple, fresh, and exactly what I hoped for. Definitely would get again. Potato Pave - 6/10: Not as crispy as I expected, lacking salt, and the sour cream didn't add much. I was also disappointed they were out of caviar that evening. Despite the somewhat lackluster food, the service here was incredible and honestly the main reason I might come back. Our server (whose name I unfortunately didn't get) was extremely friendly and attentive, and was super apologetic for the piece of metal in our pasta and for the missing caviar. She ended up comping those dishes and even got us a free dessert. read more

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made rez via opentable for wooden pearl for sunday afternoon. but didnt need them, it wasnt busy at all. located on the first floor at the anaheim packing district. the restaurant tho..its really pretty. love the disco ball. who doesnt love a disco ball!?! but then the decor was giving like sea and forest vibes. idk. but i like it. since we were there for brunch, we only got the brunch menu. ordered: Pearl Brunch Burger - 26 House Blend Patty, Bacon Jam, Fried Egg, Cheddar. side: Fries. burger was great. it just came with a handful of wedges. service was good and attentive. parking: self park or valet or street parking. read more

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I really enjoyed the skirt steak with the broccolini and potatoes. Steamed was cooked perfectly. The cioppino wasn't bad but some the seafood didn't taste that fresh probably wouldn't get it again. The crudo though was so fresh and delicious. Service was good server was nice and checked up on us often . Cute little hidden place in the packing district. Loved the vibe read more

Wooden Pearl - Skirt steak - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

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I had a really lovely first visit to this establishment. It's located on the lower level of an old citrus packing building. Essentially the entire place has been repurposed into a center with over a dozen food concepts. On a Friday night, the place was lively and boisterous. The restaurant itself is very intimate with a small dining area and dim lighting. The servers were very attentive and the menu was very sophisticated. I tried the filet steak and started with crabcakes. The flavor of both was excellent, and the portions were more than adequate. I didn't have room for dessert but the chocolate cake looked lovely. Reservations can be challenging so I recommend planning ahead of time. Parking on the street took at least 10 minutes extra. They also don't have bathrooms in the restaurant so you have to go out to the public ones in the packing center. Overall, it was a really outstanding visit and I would be honored to go back. Thanks for a quality experience! read more

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You would not guess this is in anaheim packaging district. It is at the end of 1st floor from the main staircase. I got the hangover burger. Delicious burger, great bite with meat patty medium rare. I wished there were more fries for me to chow down with burger. Perfect place to come with a date. read more

Wooden Pearl - The hangover burger - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Been wanting to come by and visit for a few weeks now as I had a deep love of everything this place looked like, and we left with such a high. Manny and the staff there were absolutely incredible. Whoever was DJing has very good taste in music. Track after track of my favorite songs you don't hear much in the wild. The customer service was top tier. We felt very much treated and looked after. You felt special, and not in a forced way. It certainly felt like a lovingly handcrafted experience, and they've made regulars out of us more than we already were already planning to be. Can't wait to go back and bring friends. The drinks were delicious and that food was just *chefs kiss*. They taste test their oysters and it shows, as what they had was so delicious. You guys were awesome, and thank you for making our night even more special. See ya soon! read more

Loved this place. Small cozy place. Loved their decorations. The staff was friendly and welcoming. We sat at the bar, Paul was amazing. Every single beverage he was tasted delicious, willing to make anything we asked for and even created new drinks. We tried some aguachiles 10/10, oysters tasted soo fresh and delicious. The warm bread with butter 10/10. Shrimp cocktail 8/10. Spencer was amazing as well! We truly enjoyed our time there and will be back. Highly recommended. read more

I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately the experience didn't match the food. From the moment we walked in, we felt rushed. Before we even sat down, we were told we had to give the table back by 8:15pm. We made rsvp too. I can understand it's a small restaurant and they need to manage seating, but there were three empty tables right next to us, which made it feel unnecessary and uncomfortable. Parking was also a hassle. Even with valet, it took a while to get situated, which added to the stress before even starting the meal. The food itself was good and we ordered quite a few dishes to try, but it was hard to enjoy anything because we felt pressured the entire time. While we were still eating, our server came by and dropped the check on the table without saying a word--no introduction, no "take your time," nothing. It felt dismissive and unprofessional. Overall, the service was disappointing and the host wasn't very friendly. The food is decent, but the rushed and uncomfortable experience made this our first and last visit. read more

Wooden Pearl - Host/server - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

We came to this restaurant as a large group. This place has an under the sea speakeasy vibe that was very fun. The staff was friendly and accomodating. Shoutout to our server, Josh, for being absolutely amazing! I got the post water (malone) to drink and calamari to start. For entrees, we got the skirt steak and scallops. Finished up with buttercake. Post Water (Malone)- This is a strong but refreshing drink. You get a fruity watermelon flavor with a citrusy hint of lime. You also get a pineappley finish. Calamari- The breading is perfectly seasoned and they fry it to a wonderful crunch while remaining chewy inside. Served with a variety of sauces and a lemon wedge for a burst of freshness. Skirt Steak- Cook to your desired doneness. The meat is juicy and flavorful with a nice exterior smokiness. Served with broccolini and crispy fingerling potatoes. Scallops- This is a light but satisfying dish. The scallops are buttery and meaty with a light sear outside while remaining tender in the middle. Served with pureed potatoes. Buttercake- Such a delicious way to end the meal! The cake is moist and buttery with a custardy top. Strawberries add a fruity balance. Finished with smooth cream. Thank you for this delightful experience! read more

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Such a cute little restaurant! It's kind of hard to find, all depends where you park and entrance. If you do valet and go through the main entrance you have to downstairs straight and walk all the end of the market and restaurants! It's by the restrooms! It's such a cute place perfect for any occasion! The manager recommended us their brunch , we definitely want to be back! Food is 10/10 and cocktails too, prices are very reasonable! read more

Wooden Pearl - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

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I and my baby girl are on a happy hour mission and usually try a different restaurant almost every Thursday. We've had great experiences everywhere we've gone--until today at Wooden Pearl Anaheim in packing district When we arrived around 4:30 PM, the restaurant was nearly empty. The host seated us at a table in the middle row, but the seating wasn't suitable for baby girl. I politely asked if we could move to one of the available booths, but the host refused, saying they were reserved. Since there were plenty of empty tables and booths available, the lack of flexibility was disappointing. We decided to leave and dine at the restaurant next door instead, where we had a wonderful experience. Later, I returned to use the restroom and noticed that the booths were still empty. It was frustrating to see that accommodating our request would not have impacted anyone else. In the end, Wooden Pearl didn't just lose a business that evening--they also lost a returning customer. read more

The restaurant is quant and tucked away in a quiet corner. The decor is fun and you feel like you're in a little secret spot. The servers are nice but they seemed understaffed on a Thursday evening. The food came out hot and was fresh. The calamari was delicious, but the crab cakes underwhelmed. The seasonal field green salad was delicious, and the Chilean sea bass was buttery. They somehow perfected the crispy crust and the buttery, melty, tender inside flesh. The portion was also huge? The cioppino was flavorful and also well portioned but somewhat forgettable. read more

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Spencer was the best server with great drink recommendations! I loved the Brussels sprouts, the rolls, and the steak dish. I must say I was pleasantly surprised by the decor. It feels whimsical and warm. It's a great place to stop in for a drink or a meal. read more

Wooden Pearl - Eagle powers cocktail (replaced the mezcal with tequila) - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

I just went in got a quick appetizer- quarter dozen of oysters, an oyster shooter and a Prosecco. I enjoyed my app along with the intricate details of the bar. The service was nice and friendly, as I was sitting alone. The ambiance was surprisingly romantic and intimate given that it was inside the Anaheim Packing House. All around, I'd go back again. read more

Wooden Pearl - Prosecco - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

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A friend and I spotted the Wooden Pearl after eating at at 18 folds. I returned a few months later with a reservation to try Wooden Pearl. We started with the Potato Pavé. I hadn't looked at the description on the menu and wasn't too excited since I've had this dish in a vegas restaurant and it was just meh, but the one at Wooden Pearl is served with a dollop of Crème Fraîche and touch of Caviar. I'm not even a fan of caviar, but this potato pavé impressed me and is now the bar for all other potato pavés. It was the perfect amuse bouche. I ordered the Chilean sea bass which was served with a green pea risotto and grilled asparagus. The fish was ok, but the asparagus was a bit too raw for my liking and the green pea risotto was so al dente is was inedible. My friends like their steak dishes. They were worried the gorgonzola butter was going to overpower the dish as gorgonzola often can, but they didn't even taste any gorgonzola which in this case worked out, but if someone was looking forward to the gorgonzola they might be disappointed. The cocktails were and the service was great. The ambience was also super kitschy and fun. It's Mermaid meets tiki. read more

I had a wonderful experience at The Wooden Pearl. I ordered the aguachile prawn dish and the parker rolls with the house-made butter--both were amazing. The presentation was beautiful, and the flavors were amazing. The prawns were super fresh with the perfect amount of heat from the Serrano peppers, and those parker rolls were warm, soft, and honestly very addictive. The ambiance was gorgeous. It really felt like I stepped into a mermaid lagoon--calm, dreamy, and just a really cool atmosphere to relax in. Service was great, too. Our server was friendly and attentive, and the manager was incredibly welcoming, which made the whole visit feel even better. Definitely a spot I'd recommend, and I'm already looking forward to going back to try the other dishes. read more

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this restaurant was such a hidden gem! it was my first time at anaheim packing district and i wouldn't have known this is in the back of the lower level area. we came on a saturday night and it was pretty busy but my partner was able to get us a reservation and we were seated right away. this place is so cute for a date night and we were able to get some cute pics! we tried the grilled swordfish & crab cacio e pepe for our main dish and the classic kale caesar salad. we enjoyed all and want to try other dishes when we come back! read more

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This restaurant is located on the lower level of the building. We came here on a Thursday lunch break. Very nice decor and ambiance. Joshua took great care of us with delicious recommendations. read more

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The Wooden Pearl is one of the newer restaurants at the Anaheim Packing House. They are located downstairs on the far east side. It is hard to miss the exterior of the restaurant with its stone base, tilted windows along the middle, and plants running along the top. The interior is decorated well, with lots of vines and potted trees, and trees on the wallpaper. The tables are wood, and there are also wooden shingles throughout. It has a very cozy feel that transports you to another place. In addition to tables and half-booths, they also have a good sized bar. We were fortunate to arrive during happy hour as they have some great deals on drinks and food. We ordered the crispy Brussels sprouts which are only $3 (normally $14) and crab cakes which are only $9 (normally $24). The dish of Brussels sprouts was a generous size. They were roasted well with a nice crisp on them. They were very flavorful on their own, but the accompanying sauce and sprinkled cheese on top made them even better. I still can't believe this appetizer was only $3. The crab cakes were also very good. They were a little on the smaller side, but were flavorful and were not fishy at all. They also came with a good sauce, and a great curly endive salad with various toppings. This was also a steal at only $9. I ordered the King Koko Colada cocktail (Lost Explorer blanco, coconut, pineapple, blueberry, lime, bitters, $18). The list of ingredients caught my eye, but for some reason I had a hard time picking out any of them. It was a pretty neutral tasting drink to me, but the tequila hit hard. I wouldn't order this again. I originally had my eye on the Post (Water) Malone cocktail, but my girlfriend picked it first (Mijenta Reposado, watermelon, lime, apricot, pineapple match foam, black lava salt, $17). This cocktail was a winner in several ways. It had a nice light sweetness, and you could taste almost all of the ingredients, especially the watermelon, which is one of my favorite flavors. I love a foam top on drinks, and the pineapple matcha foam was definitely unique. The black salt sprinkle on top added a perfect contrast of flavor with a nice burst of saltiness. For my entrée, I had the 10 ounce skirt steak ($45). It was a nice cut of meat cooked to a perfect medium rare. It was very tender and absolutely delicious, one of the best steaks I have had in a while. The veggie sides and sauce were very good also. She started with the Classic Kale Ceasar Salad ($18). I'm usually not a big kale fan, but this was a very good salad. It had a good amount of Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs, the dressing was great, and it even had an anchovy on top. She also ordered the Spicy Ahi Bites ($24). The dish had a nice presentation, but overall was an underwhelming. The tuna wasn't spicy at all, and was actually a little fishy. Maybe it was just a bad batch of ahi, but we would not order this again, especially at this price. Our servers Marty and Rianna were very friendly and provided good service. I didn't catch her name, but the restaurant host who seated us was very friendly as well. The Wooden Pearl is decorated beautifully and has a great ambiance. They have some excellent happy hour deals, so definitely try to visit before 6pm. The regular menu is a little on the expensive side. Most of the food and drinks were very good, but a few items missed the mark. read more

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Drink review- nice spot for great craft cocktails inside the packing house. It was an upbeat party atmosphere Service was great and friendly Drinks were all different and exciting with interesting ingredients and nothing boring or typical which I really like! I'd come back to try something new next time. Also had the butter cake dessert which was not like a normal Butter cake. read more

Wooden Pearl - Butter cake - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

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Place is adorable Parker rolls delishable :) yes made up word! Wine superb, service on point, dinner ehhhh both our seabass undercooked we could not eat center I believe cut was too thick read more

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My sisters and I went for a quick app and fun cocktail and decided to try Wooden Pearl. We ordered the Calamari, and Agua Chili; both were delicious and fresh. Our drinks were so good; Post Water and a Cowboy Mommen-Pop. We were able to get a Post Water non alcoholic for my younger sister too. Paul was our server and bartender! He was so sweet and very informative with the menu. The design of the restaurant was so cute. From the booths and lights, everything was romantic and dark! Need to go back for date night read more

Wooden Pearl - Cowboy Mommen-Pop, Calamari and Post Water Melone - Seafood Near Me - Anaheim, California

Steak and cocktails! You had me at hello this is my kind of joint. The kind of joint you can take your lady to. Great service. The food was fantastic and the vibe was just right! read more

This place is top notch! Always come here for date night, the service and food is always up to par Our server Albie was super kind and had good recommendations on the menu. read more

How are you guys in business? It feels like it's a restaurant run by people that have never worked at a restaurant. How did you take 30 minutes to burn chicken and waffles? Food takes forever to get out of the kitchen. They had eggs and lobster roll dying under the heat lamp for 15 minutes. I'll give them credit for coming to the table and trying to fix it. I appreciate that but with 7 people in the kitchen and half empty restaurant this shouldn't happen. read more

Came here with a friend to split a bunch of small bites. I love the woodland/camp theme here. While pricey, the food is high quality and DELICIOUS. Don't play games with yourself, get the melted ricotta. I would come back here again and again. Also make sure to peep the cocktail menu for some punderful drink name read more

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