By Laura Richardson
March 09, 2017
Photo from Florida Weekly article.
Usually when a new restaurant opens in Key West, it takes at least a month or two for the owners and staff to work out the menu kinks and settle into the space.
Not surprisingly, seasoned husband and wife restauranteurs Tommy Quartararo and Kristen Onderdonk’s new Little Pearl, which opened Feb. 25, was perfect from day one. Tucked away on the corner of Olivia and Elizabeth streets, the space is dimly lit, romantic and cozy, while adhering to the marine aesthetic of its big sister restaurant, The Thirsty Mermaid.
I have to warn you: The menu is so inspired and inspiring, it is going to be nearly impossible to decide what to eat. Bring a group of people, because you’re going to want to order one of everything, and there’s just not enough room on a two- or four-top for every dish.