Slow winters helped drive Splash — the long-running Longshore restaurant — out of business.
Pearl at Longshore — the new spot taking its place — hopes to do better. They’re even starting with a wintertime crowd.
Owners Marc Backon, Antonio Ninivaggi and their local investors announced this afternoon they’ll open in February.
The new Pearl of Longshore restaurant opens in February. Disregard this August view of Splash.
They’ve spent months restoring the interior — and kitchen. Executive chef Michael Hazen will serve “sophisticated, seasonally inspired American cuisine” that focuses on “the simplicity and flavors of the ingredients.”
Pearl will offer traditional seafood dishes, grass-fed beef and seasonal produce, with organic, healthy and gluten-free selections. The bar includes craft and micro-brew beers. “Pearl in a Box” is the name of their takeout menu.
Designer Bilal Barakat has “captured the spirit and history of Longshore, and infused it with a rustic chic and cosmopolitan feel.”
Sounds like big changes are ahead for Longshore diners.
But the new owners were smart to leave one thing alone: the view.
Even in February, it’s spectacular.
