Pearl
(215) 564-9090
1904 Chestnut St
Philadelphia,
PA
19103
39.9517
-75.1721
Neighborhoods: Center City, Center City West
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In Short
By separating its 2nd-floor lounge from its downstairs restaurant (now called Akoya), Pearl has emerged as a leaner, cleaner nightclub for the bold-face names set. With an extensive martini and scotch list, and European bottle service that doesn't quit, this is where ou'll find a scene that mimics Paris, Milan and New York. DJ's spin nightly, sometimes inspiring a few scenesters to dance, and a VIP room parts the haves from the have-mores.
User Reviews
Prizz
April 02, 2009
I second the review below. Could not have said it better. The food is quite good, however the way you are treated from the moment you walk in the door is not worth a morsel.
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agentanderson1
March 04, 2009
The problems start at the door. The bouncers are most rude, obnoxious, and disrespectful doormen that I have ever encountered. Once inside you will find the bartenders are slow, sluggish, and overcharge for drinks by tipping themselves. Management is cocky and has no respect for their customers. There are several great venues in Philadelphia to enjoy for dinner and nightlife but Pearl is not one of them. Do Not Visit Pearl even as a last resort.
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srobbins27
February 14, 2009
This was my first time dining at Akoya, my fiance and I went on Valentine's Day and I doubt we will return. The downstairs bar is a nice area to relax (albeit very small) and the drink menu had some eclectic choices and lots of sake options. Our food, as far as taste goes, was good. Portions are substantial. However, we ordered Peking Duck Spring Rolls, which have minced duck meat in them, and I bit into a gigantic piece of bone Now, I am not the type to complain or look for "freebies". I have been in the service industry and our waiter was very nice, so I made sure I was very polite when making him aware of the peice of bone, which I had wiped off and placed on my plate for him to see. I recieved a brief apology from the waiter, but to be honest, I expected the charge to be wiped off of the check. To my surprise, when the bill came, we were charged for the spring rolls. This was definetley dissapointing. On top of that, tables are VERY tightly packed together. One would have to literally move the table a foot or so for even the slimmest of people to maneuver through. It also does not allow for much privacy, as you can hear every word the people are saying next to you. To sum it up, if Akoya was a bit bigger, and the food was more thoroughly prepared, this would be a 3-4 star establishment. Instead, my fiancee and I both agreed to go back to some of our other favorites in the city and skip Akoya.
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The Extras:
Those riding with a full posse and in need of private environs should call ahead and let Pearl reserve a secluded spot.
Know Before You Go:
Three bars keep a clubby pulse in motion while DJs spin upstairs, diners downstairs sup on dim sum-like edibles, swapping out Ketle One cocktails for green tea.
The Extras:
Reserve a "Pearl," an oversized luxury booth for you and a pile of your friends. Bottle service required.
Where to Sit:
A glass-enclosed VIP room overlooks Chestnut Street and the rest of the lounge.
Know Before You Go:
The walls are covered in a black "lumigraph" material that looks at once gorgeous and spooky when photographed. Bring a camera. You'll understand when you get there.
Save Money:
There's only a cover charge on Friday and Saturday nights.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
People Watching, Late Night Dining, Date Spot, Dancing, Bar Scene
General Info:
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
