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Real food, real flavor — right on Route 61
Mofongo, tostones, chicharrones — made the way they're supposed to be.
A pearl worth finding
There's no other Caribbean kitchen for miles — and once you find us, you'll understand why people keep coming back.
From the kitchen
Never tried Caribbean food?
Our staff will walk you through every dish. First-timers are welcome — and they almost always come back.
A pearl in coal country
La Perla del Caribe brings bold, honest Dominican cooking to Coal Township, Pennsylvania — an unexpected gem hiding in plain sight on Route 61.
What our guests are saying
I’m not very familiar with Dominican food, the waitress was very nice and helpful, I tried Mofongo for first time, it was delicious! I had it with the cheese mashed in, and chicharrones alongside. We also shared a chimichurri chicken sandwich, the bread was excellent and the sandwich was well propor
Peter Seif
Been craving food from my country and this is as close as it gets. Its absolutely delicious. The rice was soft, the ribs tender and juicy, the pork marinated very well. The beans mixed in just added more flavor. I got carried away and ordered alot of different meat which i was told honestly by the e
Whintney Pine
I had a really good dish at La Perla del Caribe — steak with rice, vegetables, and beans. The food was very tasty and served hot, just how I like it! Everything was well-seasoned. The service was friendly, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I’ll definitely be coming back for more. Highly rec
EVELYN RODRIGUEZ
Phenomenal people and food! Walked me through the entire menu and assisted me in selecting an absolutely delicious meal! If they would fill the parking lot with sand, I'd pitch my beach chair and umbrella there for a week or maybe two! Update- Still a favorite! The food here is amazing and portion
Bonnie Shepard
Frequently Asked Questions
What meals do you serve?
We serve Lunch and Dinner
Where are you located?
We are located in Coal Township, PA at 8658 PA-61
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Boydtown, Marshallton, Coal, Ranshaw, Greenback, Shamokin, Big Mountain, Sagon, Excelsior, Tharptown, Fairview-Ferndale, Gowen City, Bear Valley, Point Breeze, Kulpmont, Overlook, Bear Gap, East Cameron, Cabel, and Marion Heights.
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