Pearl's Oyster Bar

Walking through Reading Terminal Market, this oyster bar caught my eye. I decided to sit down and try their sampler platter that came with oysters, shrimp, and clams. The oysters were some of the best I've had on the east coast! Slightly sweet with a great briny flavor. I was not a fan of the raw clams, probably a bit too intense for me. Would definitely come back for some oysters though!Entrees: Raw Bar Sampler

Who knew an Oyster Bar would have such a wonderful breakfast. Everything was delicious. I had scrambled eggs, hash browns, toast and bacon.It was at the Terminal Marketplace but it wasn't to busy. We sat down right away and the food came out very quickly. Everyone checked on us, just the right amount of times to make sure we didn't need anything else. I will definitely come back here for breakfast but I'm not an Oyster person so maybe not for lunch or dinner

Pearl's Oyster Bar has been my regular destination stop at Reading Terminal Market for years whenever I'm in Center City. What's been the draw for me? Their Philadelphia classic Snapper Soup (with Sherry). Since the pandemic, the past few times I've been there when in town, they have not had Snapper Soup. The reason I'm told - there isn't enough demand. Hard to believe! It was so good!Having brought now my visiting buddy to Pearl's to have Snapper Soup, it was still not on the menu. While disappointed, we still sat ourselves down and ordered each a Crab Cake Sandwich. (Also, new to my friend!) It absolutely was a tasty solid sandwich.That being said, Pearl's, highlight the local! Bring back your Snapper Soup and promote it so more people can enjoy this Philadelphia specialty! Then, I'l shift my rating from 3 to 5 stars!

"Eat Oysters Love Longer" -- As an oyster fiend I knew I had to enjoy some oysters while travelling to the east coast. Pearl's Oyster Bar is located inside of the Reading Terminal Market and they have diner style seating and a few tables. Since I was alone I decided to get the Small Raw Bar Sampler ($42) to try a bit of everything since it comes with 8 oysters, 4 clams, and 4 shrimp cocktails. Service was questionable. It took a while to get me the order too. When I asked which oysters they were they waitress was like umm these are from Massachusetts and these are from New Jersey and the clams are Littleneck Clams from Virginia. Very nonspecific. Like what breed, what farm? Not just what state. Also the reason I dinged them on the rating is POOR SHUCKING. You guys are an oyster bar. This is unacceptable. There were visible shells floating on some and some of these oysters and clam got super cut up. Basically an example platter of what not to do. The shrimp was the best thing on the platter and the clams came second. I didn't really enjoy the oysters. Maybe they accidentally washed out the natural brine cause it was so bland, and not that salty briny taste I get from east coast oysters. Please train your staff on how to shuck an oyster properly and better explain to the customer what they purchased.

Oysters were amazing clam chowder with fresh and tasted good waitress was crabby and like it was a bother for her to serve. She was rude to everyone around me. Thankfully, a guy ended up serving me, but she was awful. She's great to have lunch at the convention center food is amazing.

This spot is right across the cookie spot at Readinf Terminal. Has very much a diner feel but within and open space. We went for brunch and we were lucky to find seating right away (-10am). It is self seating so keep your eyes open quick. Our friendly server immediately greeted us and I ordered coffee and a crab cake Benedict. It was delicious but I did not realize how filling it would be as it came with shrimp grits (also delicious)! We sat next to a lovely family and so our meal was accompanied by some good conversation. Check out was quick - bring the bill to the counter to pay. I would come back to try other non breakfast dishes).

The husband and I both had the shrimp & grits. The gravy was flavorful and the shrimp were seasoned very well. We would have liked one more shrimp, but for the price, 4 shrimp worked. Service is quick and efficient. I would recommend Pearl's for breakfast and lunch.

After wandering around the market, my coworker and I decided on Pearl's Oyster Bar. After reviewing the delicious menu, we decided to share a few things, the Chowder Fries, Salmon Burger and Fried Fish Sandwich. Let me tell you... Chowder fries should be a thing everywhere. Forget about poutine and whatever else, chowder fries is where it's at, topped with crispy bacon and scallions. They were amazing and my new favorite food. Now on to the sandwiches, both were perfectly cooked but the salmon burger was by far the best I've ever had. It had the right amount of seasoning and the fresh ginger really set it off. The fried fish sandwich was good but we just kept wanting more of the chowder fries and salmon burger. I highly recommend will be back when I'm in Philly again

Surprisingly excellent fried oyster Platter- not overcooked or over breaded.. And nice hot fries. Exceeded my expectations!

This place has awesome breakfast so we came back this morning! Yesterday I had a Belgian Waffle my husband had breakfast platter we tried scrapple and liked it so this morning not to fill myself up I ordered cheese grits and a scrapple!