Pearl Sushi

Awesome new place for sushi and other authentic Japanese food! The food was unbelievable. Kaya was so nice and brought us great drinks. The chef had great taste of food combination and sauce was very creative. Not to mention fish was super fresh. Definitely will bring friends and family here next time!

A great spot for an intimate dinner or a girls night out! I highly recommend selecting the sashimi. There are elevated menu items that are savory and melt in your mouth. Now, each item is quite small so prepare for that. Otherwise, would come again!

Friend took me to Pearl to celebrate my bday. Wow, I was impressed. From the impeccable service to the unbelievable unique omakase dishes. The owner, sushi chef Shine, was extremely friendly and explained each dish as he hand crafted and placed on our plates. What an unbelievable evening dining experience. Highly recommend coming here for dinner or to celebrate a special occasion. Even better if your friend picks up the tab. 😂

Gorgeous little sushi spot. Highly recommend the crispy rice tuna appetizer with a salty cocktail like an extra dirty martini. 🤌 Sushi is great quality, I’d say it’s still second to Oishi.

Excuse my FOODtography skills 🥹 Trust me the food is way look more good in person! And u know whats best they actually taste way more than u expected 😍 its totally worth it to spend every penny! TBH IDK what to recommend from the menu coz everything is delicious already u wont regret what u will order 😃 The place is fancy much recommended to every occasions, couples, friends or even dine for business this is your place to enjoy good service with a good food & drink 💛 people who work there are very professional and very attentive to every customers they have its very good job to them! 💗

Every dish I tried here was a piece of art! Each bite was delicious and delightful. The selection of sake and cocktails was great as well. Highly recommend!

Dined here for the first time for Valentine’s dinner and even on this crowded night, food, service and atmosphere blew us away! We are long time sushi lovers and have dined at other fine sushi establishments all over the world, including those in Japan… but Pearl takes the cake!!! From the cocktails to the appetizers, all the way to the desserts, nothing disappointed! Everything was so unique, fresh, and beautiful. Absolutely loved the Beet Cured Salmon in Karashi Aoli in Chili Oil Dill as well as the Amberjack and Japanese Sea Bass. The Black Sesame cheesecake was out of this world and I don’t usually like cheesecake! All the staff at Pearl, especially Kaya, Danny and Eugene were so warm and friendly. Pearl will definitely be my new go-to sushi place in Dallas!!!!

Everything we got was delicious. Fresh sushi. I highly recommend this place. Their drinks were very good too! Service was great. When my friends went to the bathroom, they even tidy up their place settings. They keep it fancy here! The ambiance is chic and I love it. The only thing is it’s a bit pricey. I was still hungry after. But scallops is one of my favorites and they have me dreaming about theirs because it’s that good!

Food was delicious The fried crab sushi roll was my favorite, followed by the mushroom plate, and the seaweed salad. The uni shot was a delicious great start!

Pearl Sushi, nestled in the charming nook of Knox/Henderson, tries its hand at bringing a slice of Japan to Texas. For the most part, it succeeds. But let's be real--if you're expecting sushi that will change your life and leave you pondering the fragility of existence as you stare at the delicate slice of toro on your plate--this isn't Tokyo, LA, or NYC. Pearl is very good, sometimes excellent in fact. But it's not transcendent. You won't be whispering hushed reverence after each bite, or holding your breath waiting for the next. And that's okay--Dallas wasn't built to be a sushi mecca. But for an upscale Japanese experience in a landlocked Texas metropolis, Pearl can deliver a fine evening. The chef, a Nobu alum, clearly knows what he's doing. The precision and technique are there, a sort of quiet mastery at play. Each dish is a small canvas, with fresh fish flown in from Japan and other far-flung places. But as with any artist, it's the setting that determines whether the work becomes legendary or merely appreciated. In a slightly less sophisticated foodie market like Dallas, you'll appreciate it--but you won't be sending out telegrams to friends in Osaka, breathlessly telling them to book a flight. The atmosphere is intimate. Dark, moody lighting... the kind of place where you can sink into your chair and sip on high-end sake while trading conspiratorial whispers across the table. Speaking of sake, their offerings are impressive. It's not one of those bloated, overly ambitious menus that make you feel like you're being tested for an advanced degree in rice wine; it's curated, thoughtful, and yes, expensive. But hey, if you're already committing to a meal that'll cost you north of $300 for two with drinks, why not? As for the service? Attentive. My spouse and I were regulars in the early days, the kind who threw down good money and tipped well. We became the kind of familiar faces any high-end restaurant should welcome with open arms. So imagine our surprise when one evening, a server casually mentions that they're throwing a private party for "regulars"--the kind of inside baseball gathering that restaurants like to host to make their best customers feel special. Except, inexplicably, we weren't invited. To be clear, we have traveled and lived the world over. We are no strangers to feeling out of place. But this was different. Pearl isn't some exclusive, underground NYC or Tokyo speakeasy where you need to know someone who knows someone. It's an upmarket sushi joint--a very good one, mind you--but in Dallas nonetheless. After that night, something shifted. We haven't been back since. Maybe it was a lapse in judgment, a misstep by one staff member. But when you're consistently shelling out $1k or more per month at a restaurant, you expect more than good food and an obligatory smile. You expect mutual respect. Would I recommend Pearl Sushi? Sure, if you're in Dallas and in the mood for a decent, refined Japanese experience, it's worth a visit. But if you're looking for the best sushi and tempura on earth, it's most certainly not here. And if you're expecting that intangible, extra layer of hospitality that makes a place feel like your home away from home--be prepared, sometimes, for a letdown.

Pearl is my absolute favorite Dallas sushi restaurant. From service to the quality of the food. I highly recommend sitting at the sushi bar, the service from the chefs is fantastic and enhances the overall experience. Their fish is so fresh and delicious, it melts in your mouth! I've been about 7 times now, and they have been consistent each time. My food/drink recommendations: Lychee Martini Spicy tuna on crispy rice Salmon Chili Garlic Kanpachi Crudo Salmon Sweet Miso Chef's Selection Nigiri (Get the Premium if you feel like splurging, worth every penny) Salmon Avocado Roll or Shrimp Tempura Roll Shrimp Tempura (Hot Dish) American Wagyu (If you feel like splurging, fun to share) Matcha/Almond Cake

Sushi was delicious. Not much food for the price but all was very good. Rolls weren't very big so we ended up ordering a couple more. Crispy rice was tasty, but I've had better at other places. Oysters were fresh and had good flavor. Drinks were also very good as well. Service was amazing! We never had to ask for anything the server came and checked on us often. Ambiance is great. Dimly lit and romantic.

The service is some of the best I have experienced recently. The host staff thought of everything from baskets for purses to clothing appropriate color napkins. The food and drinks were delicious as well. The restaurant is small but has a lovely convertible patio for extra space. The bar area is also lovely but compact. I do think the food/drinks are a tad overpriced, especially with a competitor around the corner. But, I will be going again!

RUN, don't walk to Pearl! LOVED LOVED everything here. From the food to the drinks to the ambience, everything was just fab. Starting with three food, we got the chef's special of the day, Brussels sprouts and Kanpachi crudo, both exquisite! The spicy edamame had a great kick, the torched salmon nigiri and the salmon roll was chef's kiss, the yellowtail sashimi was fresh! My friend got the avocado roll and said it was great too. The oysters had the best dressing I've had yet, ANYWHERE! I ordered the Lychee martini for my drink and it was the best I've ever had, light, crisp, refreshing and not too sweet, just perfect! Honestly I don't think you can go wrong with anything you order here. I liked the black sesame cheesecake dessert over the matcha one. All said and done, this is one of the best sushi I have had in Dallas. The ambience is intimate and upscale chic, and our server was great! Will definitely be back!

The restaurant is beautiful Me and my Fiance were treated like royalty the minute we sat down . Amazing service! 10/10 Best ive ever had. The FOOD!!!! :D Spectacular. 10/10 The Torched Salmon roll was very good Fatty Tuna Nigiri was excellent!! 10/10 The desert was incredible! Matcha dessert and the Cheesecake was delicious. 10/10 The Chefs special filet mignon skewers were also a nice addition! 8/10 Miso soup was a 8/10 Hmm what else did we eat. The salmon roe was great , the shrimp tempura roll was the BEST Shrimp Tempura roll ive ever had. 100/10 My girlfriend thanked me for picking this spot. It's her birthday month and I wanted to make sure that I picked a great spot for her. i'm very strict about the places that I pick because i really want her to like them. Thank you for not failing me. -Santangelo Balli Gonzales

Sleek casual. Server on training. Lovely cuts of sashimi. Dainty bites of refined sushi. Most impressive this Saturday night were Pearl's fluffy and crisp "Japanese Fish & Chips" and decadent "Black Sesame Cheesecake"! CHEERS!

Congrats to the owner of this sushi place! What an amazing experience! The attention to customer was excellent, the food was flawless and the ambiance was pleasant. Honestly BEST sushi I've tried in Dallas. I have my favorite spots BUT this is just another level!!!!!!

This little sushi spot is going to be big. I have a good sense about this place so from what I understand it's from the renowned Nobu chef , which makes sense because the food is absolutely drop dead gorgeous delicious. All be it small portions... I have to say four of my favorites, the spicy, tuna, crispy rice . The smoked yellowtail . Salmon, chili garlic . And the Japanese Miyazaka Wagyu. They were all so incredibly flavorful . The service at the pearl is impeccable . Honestly, we never had to wait for anything. our server. (his name escapes me.) was completely on point. If you go, definitely try their Japanese margarita , GameChanger..

Honestly, WOW! I am impressed that this sushi place was delicious. I am not sure as to why my reservation was cancelled when we are checked in and seated. We were seated outside which was extremely warming and comfortable. It was also covered. It would be next to come back to feel out the ambiance inside next time. We started off with white pearl and japanese highball. Both drinks are delicious and you can barely taste the harshness of it. Here is the things we ordered in foods (sorry its not exactly stated on menu) 1. Spicy edamame 2. Crispy Tuna Rice 3. Scallop 4. Chutoro Nigiri 5. Wagyu Cream Roll 6. Torched Salmon Roll 7. Crab Nigiri Our absolute favorite is the Wagyu Roll! OMG!!!!!!!! Definitely a must. My favorite fish is Chutoro, so definitely had to get the nigiri of that. You can pass on the spicy edamame, there was nothing special about it. Also second favorite is the Crispy Tuna Rice!!!!! I want to come back to just ordered these two again! Parking can be validated but we did not know so we found street parking which wasn't too far at all.

Drinks were so good and the food was even better. The service from giving you table side basket for your purse to clearing the table and refilling drinks in a timely manner is amazing. The covered patio with the table lights was a total vibe

Everything we got was delicious. Fresh sushi. I highly recommend this place. Their drinks were very good too! Service was great. When my friends went to the bathroom, they even tidy up their place settings. They keep it fancy here! The ambiance is chic and I love it. The only thing is it's a bit pricey. I was still hungry after. But scallops is one of my favorites and they have me dreaming about theirs because it's that good!

When I heard an ex Nobu chef was coming to the Knox McKinney corridor I booked a table immediately. Reservations are pretty stacked so plan to book 3 weeks out. The style of the restaurant is really pretty, with blue and purple hues. Not a very large restaurant so it feels quite intimate. Our server was so great at describing the menu and timing the dishes & drinks. The drinks were simple but exceptional. My wife loved the simple margarita with yuzu. The food was fantastic. We tried a wide array of appetizers, dishes, rolls, soup. Everything was made to share and tasted unique. Not saucy, but used lots of natural citrus to enhance. We had a late reservation so couldn't quite judge the crowd. But we'll go again at a more prime hour before judging. Can't wait to go again

Celebrated our anniversary at the sushi bar. The main chef (Shine) is such a nice guy. Takes a ton of pride in what he does and engages you in just the right amount of conversation. The fish is pristine and his flavors are next level. We did the premium nigiri tasting. I can't think of a better sushi spot in town at the moment. Our server Rachel was fantastic. Just a wonderful evening.

Dare I say... my new favorite sushi/Japanese spot? Chef Shine did an amazing job curating everything for this restaurant. The interior is classy and elegant. Music and ambiance not too loud but lively enough to feel the energy in the restaurant. Even their outdoor patio is beautifully decorated. From the moment you walk in, you're teleported to Japan with their top notch service. You first clean your hands with wet towels are you're even offered a basket for your bag(s). Even when you get up to use the restroom, your table setting is re-organized neatly for you. Both the cocktails we've had were amazing. I probably could have drank 2 more if I didn't have things to do after dinner lol. We had the White Pearl, very light with a hint of citrus flavor, topped with egg white was beautifully prepared. I feel like with a lot of egg white drinks, the egg white just disappears into the cocktail but that's not the case with their drink. With each sip, I was met with fluffiness and sweetness of the egg white. The Ube cocktail was just as good. At first, it didn't taste as ube-y but the flavor hits you after a bit. Both drinks weren't overly sweet nor overly flavorful in a way that would clash with your meal, they went perfectly with all the dishes I ate. I loved every dishes we had, but the top 3 were the scallop crudo, Japanese fish & chips and salmon nigiri. My go-to sushi piece is always salmon, and the topping Chef Shine chose for his salmon is just.. *chefs kiss* Imagine a creamy, melty piece of salmon with the crunch of some crispy rice puffs. It's a duo I never knew I needed. Moving over to my most favorite dish of the night: the Japanese fish & chips. They use curry powder in the batter and oh my gosh, Idek how it's possible for a flavor to be so subtle yet flavorful. Both the fish and burdock chips were fried to perfection and the dipping sauces.. it was like flavor fusion (think of the cheese and grape from Ratatouille). This might be the longest review I've written in awhile lol sooo.. I'm gonna end it here. All I can say is I hope you get to experience it for yourself :)

The pearl: if you're looking for a good quality sushi go here! but if you're looking for unique sushi rolls I wouldn't go there. Very classic sushi. Quality: 8.6/10 Price: $$$ Drink: 4/5

I've been here twice. Once about 3 weeks post opening and once about a month ago. The first time I was blown away...the second time, not so much. Be prepared to pay at least $100 per person to get the items that are worth trying. In my opinion the food is no longer worth the price. Maybe they were just having an off night. Reservations are a must, not many seats.

Came in with a group of four and went for the premium omakase. The staff kindly accommodated us even though we were seated at a table rather than the bar, which we very much appreciated. In general, we found the omakase to be excellent, and unlike other omakase experiences, we also had enough food that I did not leave hungry. At a $200 price point for the premium omakase, I did find that it met the bar. For my personal taste, the level of service was a bit much. This is the kind of restaurant where they will fold up your napkin for you if you take a trip to the restroom. I was not terribly enthused with the sake the waiter recommended. We had asked for something on the fruitier side, and ended up with something rather dry. I regret not asking the waiter for a different bottle after we tried it. Having been offered the opportunity to do so, but having failed to take it, I am by no means blameless there. Overall, Pearl is a nice place for a special night out. Pearl is largely what I wanted Nobu to be the first time I tried it.

So good. We got James as our sushi chef and everything was fresh. At the end we got the sesame cheesecake with raspberry sauce. Delicious. Highly recommend a Riesling glass while you are eating.

Pearl Sushi is my absolute favorite! Having lived in Chicago for three years, I never imagined finding a sushi restaurant that could surpass those in the Windy City. But Pearl has proven me wrong. It's the best sushi restaurant I've ever experienced, and as a sushi connoisseur, that's saying something. Shine, the talented sushi chef, provides exceptional service right at the sushi bar. Every visit is a delight. I love this place!

Sooooo, I wasn't crazy about the menu choice online, but it's across the street so I decided to see what this place was all about. I'll make it short. In the pic, you will see ,, A shot of tuna tar tar, a sake,, ( didn't know I was buying the whole bottle) , and sparkling water. My bill was 100+ with tip. If you're hungry, I'd go to a steakhouse. If you have money to burn, and you appreciate the mini portions,, this is your spot. Inside is beautiful, but small. Service was very good, except for not mentioning I'm buying the sake BOTTLE.

My husband booked this cool new spot for our latest date night and I'm so glad he did! Initially the cool decor and intimate setting made a great impact. We were seated at the sushi bar and got to the masters at work the whole time which made it like dinner and a show! The staff and were so kind, attentive and knowledgeable. The team of sushi chefs offered great advice on ordering and even took our orders for rolls! The food itself was scrumptious. My favorites were the torched salmon roll and the lychee martini. The ingredients were so fresh and the rolls were really well coordinated and had such an amazing balance of flavors. Can't wait for our next visit!

We heard about this place from my boss who has a pretty refined palate so decided to try it. We got there and it was a little odd we had to enter through the side door as thats the only way to get in but once inside we were seated pretty quickly. We were given hand towels to wash our hands which was great because you dont see a lot of places doing that here. Neither of us had to Get us to wash our hands. The waitress was great and poured us water and immediately took our order. I ordered a diet coke and my wife ordered the lychee mocktail. They never pressured us to get it with alcohol which was nice. The presentation for the drinks was excellent. The diet coke came in a small glass bottle so you know it wasnt dilute. Ive only seen mexican coke in a bottle so this was a novelty for me. My wifes drink was excellent. Very tasty. For the appetizers we got the shishito peppers, smoked yellow tail cold appetizer and miso soup. Shishito peppers came with a separate dish for stem collection which was nice. They were excellent. The miso soup had the best tofu i had in a while. It was savory and definitely above average. The yellowtail was the highlight. It was fresh and tasted great. We then ordered the japanese fish and chips which had a curried red snapper and the chips were burdock which is a root with strong antioxidants. It was so tasty. They served it with a tartar type sauce and clear red sauce called ponzu mignonette which was my favorite. We were skeptical of japanese fish and chips but it was easily one of the best dishes of the night. Excellent variation on a traditional English dish. We ended up Ordering 3 rolls but i think the waiteess didnt hear our 3 rd roll which was fine. I could have vbeen louder with ordering but it was busy and festive with people all around. The rolls were fresh. They are not served with wasabi which was fine. Im sure you could ask for it but the soy sauce had some spiciness to it so it balanced out. We got the torches salmon and spicy tuna rolls. They were both great and fish was fresh. Finally for dessert we did the matcha cheesecake which looks like chocolate cake but definitely has that matcha taste to it. It has a biscoff crust and the whole thing was excellent. One of our favorite desserts we have had in Dallas. We asked if they had espresso drink to accompany it but unfortunately they didnt but it was ok because we didnt expect them to serve caffeine for dinner. Overall this is one of our favorite spots in town and we will be back for more soon. While the ambiance is not as nice as Uchi, the food was better. One of the more pricier places for sushi and more so than Uchi but but well worth it. It earned the 5 stars for sure.

Just consistently the best sushi! Every time we come in, we are blown away by how great Pearl is. Wanted to update my review with two extra photos - first the Wagyu roll, which my husband loved - and second a photo of their happy hour menu! So excited that the crispy rice spicy tuna is on that menu!

Ambiance was great! The restaurant is beautiful and the service was amazing. I forgot to take photos of the sushi we ate, but we did the chef's nigiri choice, baked crab roll, and tamago nigiri. It was all pretty underwhelming. It was good, but not the best sushi I've had in Dallas and the price was not justified. The cocktails were good and it was my first time seeing this kind of ube cocktail!

The food is amazing without a doubt, the atmosphere is what you want out of a nice sushi spot but the service is what does it for me here. We went on Halloween and our waitress was dressed as Pedro with a pristine mustache, she made the whole experience.

This is what I've been waiting for. Small selective menu with a chef willing to go off script from time to time. For example, there is no vegetarian chef selection on the menu, but I ordered one anyway - see it in the photo. Wait until you get a load of this! It's Food Network ready. Drop in as soon as you can and try this place. It's a keeper. The restaurant is situated in Ka Thai's old spot. It's re-made with dark finishes and an elegant feel. The wine list was obviously well thought out. I'm a cab but I may actually try the pinot of warranted. Any who, don't miss this!

Amazing experience! Recommend the lychee martini The oysters were amazing. I loved the spicy ones Chef James served us whatever he was feeling and it was amazing. Sat at the sushi bar & it was perfect.

Friend took me to Pearl to celebrate my bday. Wow, I was impressed. From the impeccable service to the unbelievable unique omakase dishes. The owner, sushi chef Shine, was extremely friendly and explained each dish as he hand crafted and placed on our plates. What an unbelievable evening dining experience. Highly recommend coming here for dinner or to celebrate a special occasion. Even better if your friend picks up the tab.

What a gem, if you love real sushi and the best quality fish maybe in Dallas (aside from Uchi) this is your spot. Their sushi rice is by far the best in Dallas, you can tell Shine who owns the place handcrafted this sushi rice. This is not for budget conscious people, it's best in class fish quality.

A beautiful little Japanese restaurant with all the charm you would expect in a neighborhood place. Every dish was presented beautifully and tasted deliciously. The service was on point, and the support management was exceptional. Bravo to all. We will be back.

Loved this place! It's so pretty. Great for a date night or to bring a few friends. The sushi was amazing and their sake list is very comprehensive. They truly got it all.

Everything exceeded expectations! Great food, great drinks, great service. Get the Unagi nigiri!!

First impressions walking in was the ambiance. I love the low light and interior design style. The staff was all so friendly and attentive. They squeezed the 2 of us in at 6:30pm on a Friday. Our water was topped off multiple times and they gave us such a luxurious experience. Now the SUSHI! Amazing! We started off with spicy edamame and shrimp tempura. Both delicious! We then ordered the Wagyu Miso Cream cheese roll, 100/10!! Melted in my mouth and such an elegant plating. We also ordered the baked crab roll. The wrapping was soft and flavors were on point. Our overall experience was great! We will be back again!

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Hillary was an incredible server but the entire staff was unmatched. They make everyone feel like a VIP. The Experience was top notch and is enough for a 5 star review by itself. The food and drinks were stellar. Every course and beverage were made into artwork. The most fresh and tasteful sushi I've ever had in dallas. From ambiance, to service, to quality... 5 stars just aren't enough.

Everything was delicious! We will be back soon. The service was exemplary and Vyvy was awesome!!!! My daughter had a great birthday dinner.

Amazing sushi. Definitely sit at the bar. The staff are amazing and cater your experience based on your preferences. Real wasabi and actual artists behind the rice and fish. I thought the fact that they only serve sake cold and in champagne flutes was odd but I got used to it very quickly.

From the service to the ambience and quality of the food and drinks, this is an incredible sushi spot. Normally we will go to Uchiba, but wanted to try something closer to home, and we were not disappointed. The crispy rice with tuna is a must. If you sit at the sushi bar, ask for David and he will make you whatever you want. We had the tai nigiri with extra flare of shisu mint and lemon zest. Only thing we could complain about was when we ordered a steak and was told it would be 20 minutes, the steak was still not out at 40 minutes. We cancelled that part of the order. Old fashioned was delicious.

One of my favorite sushi spots in Dallas. To my knowledge, this was started by the former head chef of Nobu. Great food and great drinks. Little bit on the pricey side though.

I love shine Good food Good people Good service Good place for anniversary Ambiance is elegant

The sushi was delicious. They had some flavors that I've never had any where else before. Pretty original. The staff and service were great. I'm definitely coming back.

From the moment you enter the door, service is top notch! From the lighting to music selection, all the vibes are set for a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience. They carry an extensive list of cold sakes which is difficult to find in DFW. The sushi dishes were incredibly fresh and presentation was on point. We enjoyed the Mayizaki wagyu which was perfectly prepared at medium rare. Highly recommend stopping in for a light meal!

The service was great and the food was delicious. Highly recommend the torched salmon roll and the oysters! Also got their lychee martini and japanese margarita to drink. Definitely will be coming back again to try more things on their menu.

Food is good but service is lacking and extremely slow. Restaurant space is super small so it's loud and overly crowded. We spent over 1.5 hours and didn't receive all food that was ordered. Our bill was incorrect - no apologies for the delays or error. Will not return - too many options in Dallas that offer better service.

Great interior decor, vibe and staff. Cocktails & aps were solid. Rolls were very average. Fish & chips were very dense and fish forward tasting. It is still early in their restaurant journey, so will try again in a couple of months to see if food experience has improved.

Had higher expectations. Quality was there but rice to fish portion ratio was horrible. I even had to take 1/3 of my rice out for each nigiri.. We even heard the owner/chef said to cut the fish smaller, while the two couple (who may be "important") next to us had better thicker cut of fish.. Probably won't be back, was pretty disappointing.

Great food, service, and experience. Orson treated us very well! We will certainly be back.

Pearl is an amazing restaurant, 10/10 recommend! The food is top tier. Service is the best in Dallas, and the ambience is unmatched by any place around! Sit at the sushi bar for extra fun, you get to watch the chefs at work and have great conversation while enjoying your meal.