The Pearl Sports Bar - Manchester, Connecticut

Greg G.

We came back today as we had enjoyed our first time here. We ordered the mozzarella cheese again for an appetizer, as we loved it the first time. I had the chicken Parm sandwich which was quite large and was not soggy as some other places make them. My wife had the Cowboy Burger the other day and loved it. Today, she the Black and Blue Burger. She said it was excellent. I like salty fries, so I enjoyed those. Looking forward to coming back again.

Momo T. B. (. S.

Updating my review from recent bombs. I'm not sure on their bouncer situation (we didn't see or deal with one), but the vibes described in negative reviews were not at all my experience. The food being overpriced? Are you kidding me? $10 for a salad and $10 for 6 chicken tenders? That's a very good price in this area and year (2025), get real.

Overview: As a new bar in town amongst several others, it shows a lot of promise. The vibe is nice, the food is really good, the music isn't loud, and there's tons of TVs.

Food:
- Jalapeno stoppers were a really good app, definitely worth a try, especially if you like jalapeno poppers. These tasted and looked like they were freshly prepared.
- Caesar salad was good, I would get it again and for the price it's a good deal.
- boneless tenders came out fresh and really good, more chicken to breading, which is a plus.
- The cowboy burger was alright, a little overdone and the patty had too much charr.
- the garage beer is exactly what you would expect, a nicer PBR, and the prices are reasonable.
- the meatball salad is a hit but also a miss, either another meatball is needed (or bigger ones); or the salad needs to change as the mix is odd.

Service:
- overall was good but was lacking on the speed. The waiters and staff were all friendly and nice, but I was questioning how different it would be had the bar been packed.
- they seemed to care how the food came out which was nice to see.

Other:
-the prices were a lot better than most neighboring restaurants, and with the same if not better quality.
- the bathroom was clean and kept, surprising for a sports bar in my opinion, so that's a plus!
- lighting for photos isn't great but that's not a problem for me.

Ali K.

Bartenders were absolutely lovely, and the food was *delicious*. Get the French dip, it was packed with flavor! The wings looked bangin' so that's next on my list! There's live music on Thursdays if you don't want the weekend club vibe (FYI to the grumpy reviews: this isn't a "dive" of a sports bar, y'all.... but there's also TONS of those around if that's the vibe you want....and if there's a bazillion TVs playing sports and a pubby menu then sorry but that IS a sports bar even if it's actually clean and aesthetically pleasing!) A fantastic and much-needed niche-filler in downtown Manchester!

Nick J.

Came here to check it out and accidentally walked in the side door they had, it has a big ENTRANCE written on it, but it was for deliveries so it was a mistake. Then the bouncer and another employee was extremely rude to me and my friends acting like we knew that was the wrong entrance. Also the place was very cramped and loud, felt super uncomfortable after this interaction and won’t be back! Maybe treat your guests with more respect next time.

Patrick C.

You guys seriously need to get a new bouncer. Big guy with no hair... Yeah worst human being I've ever interacted with, he couldn't have been more rude to my diagnosed autistic friend. The place has blaring lights and they blast katy perry, foods overpriced too. Skip this place.

Joe A.

Stopped in to try it, out calamari and wings were awesome, service was quick drinks were cold, what else do you need? Will be back

Madison G.

This is not a sports bar, it’s a millennial dance club. Super awkward set up, dirty looks from bartenders and rude bouncers. Pass

Erick P.