Review: Pearl (Victoria Island, Lagos)
The plan wasn’t to go to Pearl, or to go with even the person I eventually went with, but everything turned out perfectly. So after ditching the first restaurant because I wasn’t feeling the vibe, we decided to go to Pearl in Eko Atlantic.
(Ed. Note: We checked out Pearl a while ago before this revamp)
When we arrived at the Eko Pearl, because we had never been there, we were lost for a minute before we were saved by a gorgeous host who asked the right questions and took us to a table.
As usual, we ordered a Long Island to assess the place before they do to us what they did to us at you know where 🤭. The waitress, Mercy, tried to encourage us to get one each because she swears by it. To avoid stories that touch, we insisted on the one, and that’s how one turned to 4 or 5?? I kid you not, Mercy wasn’t lying, their Long Island is the absolute best I’ve had in Lagos. And I know my Long Island.
For starters, we ordered the pulled beef tacos. Once I see tacos on a menu, I have to order it.
“Incredibly juicy Mexican slow cooked shredded beef in a rich, flavour loaded sauce”
The beef was slow cooked, it had avocados and salsa in it. It was super juicy and flavorful! I absolutely loved it.
For the mains, we originally wanted to order separate meals, but once again, Mercy very seriously encouraged us to order the beef tomahawk, and it was the best decision.
It was a 1kg Angus Beef Tomahawk, so it was large enough to feed two people and then some. I still have leftovers in my fridge. We asked for it to be well done and well done it was. It was perfection!!
“1kg Angus Beef Tomahawk, Sautéed Vegetables, Grilled Potatoes, Served with Fresh Mushroom or Black Pepper Sauce”
Delicious and juicy, it had some sautéed veggies, mushrooms and grilled potatoes. We got the mashed potatoes and jollof rice as sides. The mashed potatoes were creamy and just divine. Everything blended well together and every bite was a feast in my mouth. The jollof rice was jollofing and that’s the only way to describe it.
For dessert, because I’m not a cake person, I mostly order cheesecake since it’s not very “cakey” 😂
The Strawberry Cheesecake, like the rest of the meal, did not disappoint. Crust.. great, cheesecake.. excellent, and the right amount of strawberry sauce.
Oh, did I mention they have a mobile bar where you can be your own mixologist? Because yeah they do, mix your drink to your taste, how cool is that?
The service at Pearl was great, from when we stepped in till we left, everyone had a smile on their faces. Like, they were happy to serve and we had a great waitress. Her recommendations were spot on, she was really polite and she kept checking to see if we were alright or needed anything. The food came out on time and it was just a great experience.
Verdict
Postscript
As we were eating, we kept saying we’re definitely coming back! So yeah highly recommend!
Damage
Pulled Beef Tacos - N7200
Beef Tomahawk - N26500
Strawberry Cheesecake - N4500
Price range
Hold better money 😂
N5000 - N20000
Parking
Bring all your cars, space dey!