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Pearl Dive Oyster Palace

Name: Pearl Dive Oyster Palace
Address: 1612 14th St Nw, Washington, DC, United States, 20009
Telephone: (202) 319-1612
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1579 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Feb 24, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Lively

With an ambience steeped in rustic charm and a menu filled with treasures from the sea, Pearl Dive Oyster Palace focuses on fresh produce and quality ingredients in its welcoming eatery. Specializing in a wide variety of oysters, from such places as Virginia, Japan, Rhode Island, British Columbia and Washington state, Peal Dive Oyster Palace takes oyster preparation seriously, complementing the delicate taste of the oyster. Appetizer options include crispy crawfish fritters, barbecue shrimp and wood-grilled oysters. Besides oysters, house specialties have a decidedly Cajun flair, with items such as seafood gumbo, crawfish etouffee and Gulf Coast Redfish, all of which have an amazing balance of spices.

The rich entrées at Pearl Dive Oyster Bar are further replicated in its dessert menu, with winning options like Beignets and Brazos River Bottom Pecan Pie.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Oyster Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 319-1612
Website
http://www.pearldivedc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Chris Kispert

Location
1612 14th St Nw, Washington, DC 20009
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighbourhood
Logan Circle
Cross Street
On 14th Street between Q and Corcoran Streets
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Pearl Dive Oyster Palace is accessible via metro. We are a short walk from both the Dupont Circle and U-Street/Cardozo Metro Stations.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Wine Down Wednesday
Multiple dates available
Wed - Thu - 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday is Wine Down Wednesday! We know its hump day but Pearl Dive Oyster Palace wants to help you relax. Enjoy half off bottles of wine with purchase of dinner. Promotion is every Wednesday and save big on our bottle selections. All curated to pair perfectly with your meal.
OYSTERMANIA
Multiple dates available
Mon - 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Available in Pearl Dive Oyster Palace starting at 4 PM. Raw bar oysters on the half shell are 1/2 price !

Popular dishes

Spicy Shrimp Cocktail
Cocktail Sauce, Lemon. Minimum of 3, please.
- eaUS$3.00
Chopped SaladUS$16.00
Buttermilk-Jalapeno Dressing, Market Vegetables, Avocado, Popcorn Crawfish
Classic Caesar SaladUS$11.00
Romaine, House Croutons, Parmesan, Garlicky-Anchovy Dressing
Burrata & Roasted Acorn SquashUS$16.00
Black Pepper Honey, Pomegranate, EVOO, Balsamic Redux, Grilled Flatbread
Local Beet and Blood Orange SaladUS$16.00
Arugula, Red Onion, Charred Citrus Vinaigrette, Herbed Goat Cheese, Toasted Pine Nuts
Mariscos de CampechanaUS$20.00
Local Oysters, Blue Crab, Spicy Shrimp, Charred Octopus, Tomato-Serrano Salsa, Avocado, Corn Tortillas

Hot Oyster Plates

Rockefeller (3)US$11.00
Broiled Oysters, Spinach, Bacon, Parmesan, Aioli
Tchoupitoulas (3)US$12.00
Oyster Confit, Blue Crab, Tasso Ham, Roasted Corn, Cayenne Hollandaise
Wood Grilled East Coast Oysters (4)US$10.00
Garlic and Red Chile Butter, Gremolata
Angels on Horseback (4)US$11.00
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Oysters, Vin Blanc, Balsamic Reduction

Hot

PD Clam Chowder
Creamy New England Style, Double Smoked Bacon, Corn, Poblano's, Croutons
- CupUS$8.00
- BowlUS$12.00
6pc Blackened ShrimpUS$12.00
Wood Grilled, Garlic Red Chile Butter, Lemon
6pc Southern Fried OystersUS$12.00
Cornmeal Crust, Cayenne Aioli, Lemon
Lobster RangoonUS$15.00
Cream Cheese, Spices, Crispy Wonton, Sweet-n-Spicy Chili Sauce
Wood Grilled OctopusUS$16.00
Chimichurri, Stone Grits, Crispy Onions
Addie's Mussels
Garlic, Shallot, Tomato Concassé, Chicken Stock, Butter, Lemon, Chili Flake, Grilled Baguette
- Half PoundUS$11.00
- PoundUS$17.00

Hand Food

Dive BurgerUS$17.00
Roasted Green Chiles, Pepper Jack Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Cayenne Aioli
Po'Boys Oyster, Shrimp, or CatfishUS$17.00
House Pickles, Diced Onion, Shaved Lettuce, Cayenne Aioli, Dive Fries

Dinner Platters

Served with Bacon Braised Greens, Salt Roasted Potatoes & Southern Slaw

Pennsylvania Amish ChickenUS$21.00
Creole Spicy Fried
Cornmeal Crusted OysterUS$22.00
Cayenne Aioli & Lemon
Blackened ShrimpUS$22.00
Wood Grilled, Garlic Red-Chile Butter, Lemon

Spoon Worthy

Lo Que Los Gatos Sueñan-"What Cats Dream Of"US$28.00
Shrimp, Fish, Mussels, Spinach, Saffron Milk, Grilled Bread
Jambalya Aka Creole 'Paella'US$28.00
Andouille Sausage, Shrimp, Mussels, Chicken, Corn & Tomatoes, with Creole Rice & White Wine-Butter Broth

Creole Gumbos

Holy Trinity, Bacon, Tasso Ham, File, Okra, House Spices, Served with Buttered Rice and Garlic Bread

SeafoodUS$26.00
Oyster, Shrimp & Blue Crab
ShrimpUS$23.00
Texas Gulf Shrimp
Chicken & Smoked Andouille SausageUS$25.00

Knife & Fork

Wood Grilled Daily FishUS$27.00
Sage & Native Pecan Brown Butter, Cayenne Stone Grits, Haricots Verts
Blackened CatfishUS$26.00
Oyster & Sausage Dirty Rice, Chili Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Spinach
Steak FritesUS$30.00
Wood Grilled Teres Major, Dive Fries, Charred Scallion Butter, Demi
Cajun Shrimp N GritsUS$26.00
Barbeque Rubbed Shrimp, Cayenne Grits, Bacon Braised Greens, Sherry Butter, Grilled Baguette
Broiled Monkfish TacosUS$26.00
White Corn Tortillas, Jalapeno Jam, Purple Slaw, Pineapple Salsa & Pablano Crema with Black Beans & Rice

Dessert Menu

Ricotta BeignetsUS$10.00
Almond Caramel Dip
Florida Key Lime PieUS$8.00
Graham Cracker Crust - Toasted Meringue - Raspberry Coulis
Tres Leches CakeUS$8.00
Cream Cheese Frosting - Chocolate
Brazos River Bottom Pecan PieUS$8.00
Bourbon Infused Custard - Native Pecans
- A La ModeUS$10.00
Rustic Apple Black Iron Pie
Apple & Cognac Filling - Cinnamon Ice Cream; Allow 15-20 minutes for baking time.
- For 2US$14.00
Dark Chocolate Pot Du CrèmeUS$10.00
Espresso Bean - Almond - Cocoa - Crème Fraiche
Bananas FosterUS$8.00
Banana Ice Cream - Banana Bread Pudding - Rum-Butterscotch - Salted Pecans
Ice Creams
Vanilla, Cinnamon, Caramelized Banana
- per scoopUS$3.00
Sorbets
Apple Cider, Strawberry
- per scoopUS$3.00
Gelatos
Double Dark Chocolate
- per scoopUS$3.00

Rise Up Coffee

Regular & Decaf DripUS$4.00

Espresso

Espresso
- Single ShotUS$4.00
- Double ShotUS$6.00
LatteUS$6.00
CappuccinoUS$6.00

Teas from Harney and Sons

$4.50

Earl Grey
Decaf Ceylon
Sencha Green

Dessert Wine

Roumieu-Lacoste Sauternes, France 2019US$15.00
Ramos Pinto 10yr Tawny PortUS$12.00

Hot and Boozy

$12

Irish Coffee
Jameson, Baileys, Coffee
Hot Toddy
Whiskey, Honey, Lemon

What 1,579 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Seafood
District of Columbia
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pearl Dive Oyster Palace in DC offers an exceptional seafood dining experience with "delicious food" and "great service." The oysters, particularly the "Cotuit oysters," are celebrated by many. The atmosphere is lively and casual, ideal for both brunch and dinner. Standout dishes like "what cats dream of" and gumbo are frequently praised.

1,579 Reviews

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Emily
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, drinks, service, and ambience was excellent.
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David
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We caught up with old friends we hadn't see in a while. We had just the right amount of service and the food was great. Oysters were on point with a solid variety.
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Jacki
VIP
New York City
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience last night! Our server was delightful. We tried 2 of the hot oyster plates, farro & spinach salad, blackened shrimp, scallops entree and the “cat milk” Thai mussels/shrimp and fish dish. All were delicious! We took some beignettes to go :)
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Chef A
VIP
San Francisco
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding service and exceptional food! Our server was incredibly polite, attentive, and knowledgeable, offering great recommendations and ensuring our experience was top-notch. The oysters were fresh and clean, the octopus was cooked to perfection, and the fish of the day was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend—cheers!
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John
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of our favorite restaurants in DC. The staff are helpful and nice. The Louisiana themed food is fantastic. Highly recommend making reservations. The Happy Hour is a good deal and can be fun.
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Joseph
Chicago
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good food, service was prompt and attentive. I recommend. Do not drive but take a taxi or Uber. Parking was nuts!
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Grace
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Pearl Dive Oyster Palace is a great seafood spot in DC! They had a selection of 6 different oysters to choose from and had an extensive menu of other seafood options. I do think the price of the oysters were somewhat expensive ($3.40 per oyster), but would be a good option for a happy hour after work sitting at the bar. Overall, I loved the ambience, food, and service. Great drinks, too!! I got the espresso martini and it was lovely.
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Stephen
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Roxy was an amazing server. Engaged and made us feel like we were regulars. Food was delicious. Lively atmosphere and apparently happy hour is a draw, which will we find if true out another time.
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Stephanie
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Everything we ate was delicious, I had some fantastic Cotuit oysters, my dirty martini was FILTHY, service was exceptional.
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Richard
VIP
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had shrimp gumbo and “what cats dream of” - both excellent. Our server was very accommodating. This was our second visit and there will definitely be a third.
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FAQs

Pearl Dive Oyster Palace offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 319-1612.

Pearl Dive Oyster Palace is rated 4.8 stars by 1579 OpenTable diners.

Pearl Dive Oyster Palace does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 24, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today