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George Bistro + Bar
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(964)At George Bistro + Bar, we believe that food is the language of the soul and is at the heart of everything we do. It's communicated through a masterfully crafted menu by Chef George Lazi, exceptional hospitality, and a relatable modern space that exudes Southern charm. We are driven by our passion to create exceptionally humble, ingredient-driven food, coffees and cocktails. Whether it's for a sweet and savory brunch, a light lunch during the workday, or a romantic candlelit dinner - you are always welcome. At George Bistro, you are family.Restaurant IRON
Price: Expensive•Southern•4.8(2,918)Executive Chef, Alex McPhail has returned to his hometown after 6 years studying under some of the finest chefs in the industry in New Orleans. Taking culinary tips he picked up at Commander’s Palace, Restaurant August & the Roosevelt Hotel, Alex has created a dining environment unlike any other nearby.
Restaurant IRON serves Southern contemporary cuisine fueled by local vegetables and herbs from the creative minds of true Southerners. We aim to bring together fresh local and regional specialties with the finest flavors and ingredients to deliver a dining experience you won't soon forget.
Jackson's Steakhouse
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.8(3,748)Jackson’s Steakhouse procures only Midwestern grain-fed beef from the heartland of America. The Proprietor’s Cut and fresh, local seafood are hand-selected and artistically prepared to perfection. Jackson’s great steak cuts stand tall with the superb flavor of wet-aged beef that is like no other thanks to the culinary creations of Executive Chef Irv Miller.The Union Public House
Price: Moderate•Gastro Pub•4.7(1,680)UPH is a crafty southern pub where it all comes together. 36 East Garden St.
Drift
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(1,196)Join us for dinner and a beachside drinks. Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, on the second floor, DRIFT is a casual fine dining restaurant serving steaks, seafood, craft cocktails and offering THE best view on Pensacola Beach. Our space features indoor & outdoor seating and full service bars! Join us for our Sunday night Prime Rib Dinner, only $39.95 and check out our Sunset Happy Hour (Bar Only) Wednesday-Sunday for Half Off our specialty cocktail menu plus all appetizers - Sunday 4pm-6pm.
Check out our Chef Specials and come see for yourself why we won Best in Pensacola 2022 for 1. Best Restaurant - Pensacola Beach 2. Best Steakhouse - Pensacola 3. Best Happy Hour - Pensacola and 4. Best Girls Night Out - Pensacola.Bonsai
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.8(219)Located on the second floor of the Hilton Pensacola Beach, Bonsai offers an elevated, contemporary menu lined with fine Japanese cuisine overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. From hand-rolled ramen noodles to delectable Japanese A5 wagyu and top-shelf sake, Bonsai is a world-class experience like none other.
Executive Chef Richard Assaf
Bonsai Chef Ryusho Hashida
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- WWilliamNorthwest Florida •46 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAbsolutely stellar experience. Great atmosphere and vibe, perfectly prepared appetizers and entrees, the Cobia and chicken thigh entrees were a hit with us. Extremely flavorful. Best gumbo we have had in Pensacola in years. My wife and I had a fantastic evening at Restaurant Iron celebrating our anniversary. Chef Alex is top notch.More infoRestaurant IRONPrice: Expensive• Southern• Pensacola•4.8
- AAnthonyNew Orleans / Louisiana •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoVery good food … a little noisy. We were there from 6:30p-745p.More infoThe Union Public HousePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Pensacola•4.7
- LLisaNorthwest Florida •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoAngelina’s Pensacola has the best food and drinks ! The lasagna is the best in the south in my opinion! Steve the manager is very kind and helpful. He wants to make sure your experience is one of a kind. Ian the chef has transformed the menu at Angelina’s! Everything from drinks to desserts are outstanding. Our waiter Andie was amazing and did an excellent job! Five stars!More infoAngelena'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pensacola•4.9
- LLateishaNorthwest Florida •2 reviews5.0Dined on May 11, 2025The Mother’s Day brunch was amazing! Tim is Great!More infoSlick Lips Seafood and Oyster House - PensacolaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Pensacola•3
- SSheilaJacksonville / Northeast Florida •2 reviews5.0Dined on May 6, 2025The food was amazing especially the oyster selection which we had a sampling of multiple grilled. The steak was cooked to perfection. Our server, Josh, was the best! He was attentive and went above and beyond to accommodate and make it a delightful experience for my daughter’s birthday. I would strongly recommend this restaurant and will be back.More infoOld PalafoxPrice: Expensive• American• Pensacola•3.8
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The Pensacola region of Florida offers a wide selection of specialty seafood restaurants with a local flavor focused on specific entrees like oysters and crab. Traditional American steakhouses are common in Pensacola as well as many authentic Mexican and Asian eateries. There are several Japanese steakhouses throughout the city as well. In addition, there is a variety of authentic Cajun food establishments for those wanting some New Orleans flavor. And of course, Pensacola has an excellent assortment of fine dining establishments nestled along the coast and offering breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. Whether visitors want a relaxed dining atmosphere with great food or an elite restaurant that offers eloquence, Pensacola is a great place to eat.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Pensacola is BarSteak
The best vegan restaurants in Pensacola are Brother Fox, The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach and George Bistro + Bar
The best vegetarian restaurants in Pensacola are George Bistro + Bar, Angelena's and Brother Fox
The restaurants with the best service in Pensacola are BarSteak, Polonza Bistro and Jackson's Steakhouse
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Pensacola are BarSteak, Polonza Bistro and Angelena's
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