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Low country and Caribbean with a touch of Asia.

You won't find plastic marine life caught in swagged netting here. The interior is simple, dark and rustic with teak and other natural woods beneath a ceiling designed to call to mind a ship's hold. Metal sculpture of schools of swimming fish and a mural of a faded nautical compass are the only accents beyond the candlelit booths and tables. A large aquarium highlights the spacious bar.

Kazakos, who studied at Johnson & Wales University and has worked for Charleston restaurants Peninsula Grill and Charleston Grill, says the menu is his "dream menu."

"I want to give something different," he says. "I want you to come in and feel like you're somewhere else on vacation."

The menu certainly reflects this as it sets sail from the Carolinas through the straits of Florida to the Louisiana Delta. There's low country grits and pastas that include Shrimp and Grits ($12.50) with Andouille Sausage, Fried Oysters and Grits ($14.95), Lobster Mac and Cheese ($14.75) and Scallop New Orleans ($14.75) flambé with Barcardi.

In addition to raw or steamed oysters, there's Oysters Rockefeller ($8.95) topped with creamed spinach and bacon, Oysters Bangkok ($8.50) with a roasted red pepper curry sauce and flash-fried Buffalo Oysters ($9.50).

Fresh Market Seafood -- Norwegian Salmon ($14.95), Long Fin Tilapia ($12.95), Catfish Filet ($12.95) and Jumbo Shrimp ($13.95) are among the selections -- is served with a choice of regional house sauces that include Asian Ginger, Creole Cajun Cream, Lemon Butter and Coconut Mango Relish.

"The fish comes in daily and is filleted in house," Kazakos says. "Our dressings are made from scratch. Our desserts are made from scratch."

Some global features include Pineapple Hoisin Pork Chops ($14.50); Kentucky Derby Chicken ($12.95) with a cherry cola barbecue sauce; Fried Carolina Flounder ($16.95); and Walnut Crusted Salmon ($15.95) with caramel sauce and balsamic reduction.

Desserts include Sweet Potato Crème Brulee ($5.50) Key Lime Pie ($5.95) and Kormo ($5.75), homemade vanilla cookies soaked in milk and Cognac and Greek Island frosting.

The Black Pearl offers an extensive martini and tropical drink list, including mojitos. A spacious patio, complete with a fountain and gas log fireplace, offer a romantic dining option.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

By Carl Wilson
Staff Writer of News & Record

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