Pearl Dive Oyster Palace

This Pearl Dive Oyster Palace restaurant is located in the center of Washington. Their environment and service are first-class, and the seafood dinner is really good.

Came here specifically to eat lobster, but was a little disappointed. It was quite expensive, but the lobster was very small. It came with a corn, and the taste was average. The steak was also not big, and I ended up relying on French fries to fill my stomach.

Comfort food especially the brunch at Pearl Dive. First of all the staff was gracious and attentive. The brunch was divine:<br /> <br /> Bardstown Derby<br /> Buffalo relic bourbon, grapefruit, lemon, orange blossom honey<br /> <br /> Salad <br /> Creamy pepperoni sauce, market veggies,  popcorn crawfish<br /> <br /> French sausage skillet<br /> House white sausage, paprika, chili, Cabot Cheddar,  two sunny side up farm eggs, crispy croquettes<br /> <br /> Cheese pie pear sauce, maple anglaise, butter rum caramel<br /> <br /> Delicious!

Special lobster salad was excellent. Served with large cheesy garlic bread, corn muffins. <br /> Oyster selection was varied, picked the chef's choice of 6, they were lavishly presented, 3 sauces. Very well presented. <br /> Tortillas were a hit. BBQ shrimp were good, but spiced, no spice. Sandwiched in bread, dipped, kept around. <br /> Excellent wine and beverage selection. Very good key lime pie.

First stop for dinner in DC, Pearl Dive was a perfect way to start my week! The place was busy on the weekends, but we managed to get some seats by the bar. The space was warm and cozy with a nautical theme (obviously). We ordered a half dozen of fresh oysters, mussels, and wood grilled oysters, and a pearl cup to wash it all down. Everything was wonderful. The oysters were fresh, and the grilled oysters were served with chili oil and gremolata. The mussels were cooked in a delicious sauce, and the pearl cup was very hearty. The service was attentive despite the fact that the place was crowded, and the prices are reasonable. A must try!