What can I say? I have a mutant for a 9 year old that likes to eat raw oysters. A friend had recommended Pearlz Oyster Bar and we were not disappointed. To start, their service is excellent. We had a minimal wait. We did go at 5:30 and the place was starting to fill up. Our meal began with a variety of incredibly fresh oysters from New England and the west coast. Having lived in Boston and tried about every oyster dive around, there is no doubt that the manager, Chad, is passionate about getting the best possible oysters around. He has connections up the coast and this has paid off for the patrons. Furthermore, the chef took it a step further and brought us a round of doctored oysters with gouda cheese and bacon. There is no doubt Pearlz looks to be creative, and more importantly care about not only the meal, but also the experience. A good raw bar needs a variety of beer to go with the meal. Pearlz does not disappoint with a selection of local drafts from the up and coming Charlotte brewery scene.
My dinner was the Seafood grill sampler. Nothing fishy here. Fish was fresh and was not overcooked. Again, the selection was excellent. My wife got the fried shrimp platter and enjoyed the corn fritters. One of my kids got the fish and chips. Very large portion with one piece the size of a small baby's arm. We shared the chocolate creme brûlée which was also excellent.
Bottom line is that if you are looking for a good food experience, excellent raw oysters, and a thoughtful and creative menu, then Pearlz is a good choice any night of the week.