Pensacola Restaurants

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  • 1. Flora-Bama Yacht Club

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    Drive, boat, or paddleboard to this waterfront, open-air eatery that serves mainly seafood dishes, as well as a few salads, steaks, and sandwiches. Stay for the live music on the beach, or head over to the Flora-Bama bar if you’re in the mood for a wild night out.

    17350 Perdido Key Dr., Florida, 32507, USA
    850-483–6272

    Known For

    • Gulf oysters, chargrilled or raw
    • Live music
    • Family-friendly vibe
  • 2. McGuire's Irish Pub

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    Since 1977 this authentic Irish pub has promised its patrons "feasting, imbibery, and debauchery" seven nights a week. A sense of humor pervades the place, evidenced by the range of prices on hamburgers—$10–$100 depending on whether you want it topped with cheddar or served with caviar and champagne. As for the "richness" of the decor—on the walls and ceiling are nearly $1 million in bills signed and dated by "Irishmen of all nationalities."

    600 E. Gregory St., Pensacola, Florida, 32501, USA
    850-433–6789

    Known For

    • Large menu, including both meat and seafood
    • Extensive wine cellar and cocktail list
    • Home-brewed beer
  • 3. Angelena's Ristorante Italiano

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    Food Network star James Briscione and his wife, Brooke Parkhurst, returned to Pensacola to create Angelena's, named for the wife of a Sicilian immigrant who found success as a Pensacola produce merchant in the early 1880s. Today, the pair carries on the legacy of fresh, sustainable ingredients in this trendy Downtown hot spot.

    101 E. Intendenicia St., Pensacola, Florida, 32502, USA
    850-542–8398

    Known For

    • Posh dining room and swanky bar
    • Celebrity chef's modern twist on Italian favorites
    • Sophisticated wine-pairing menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 4. Dharma Blue

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    Geographically speaking, this trendy spot is in Downtown Pensacola (on leafy Seville Square), but its cuisine is all over the map. Appetizers offer the most variety, with influences from all over the world; main courses are more American in character. You'll also find the fish of the day (blackened, grilled, or tempura-fried) and sushi, which is brought in from a local seafood market. Dine inside under a collection of Southern folk art or outside under café umbrellas and droopy oaks.

    300 S. Alcaniz St., Pensacola, Florida, 32501, USA
    850-433–1275

    Known For

    • Wide variety of influences, including good sushi
    • Locally caught seafood
    • Comfy Southern setting both inside and out
  • 5. Fish House

    $$$

    Come one, come all, come hungry, and come at 11 am to witness the calm before the lunch storm. The wide-ranging menu of fish dishes is the bait, and each can be served in a variety of ways—ginger-crusted, grilled, blackened, pecan-crusted, or Pacific-grilled, which puts any dish over the top. Sushi also is on the menu, and be sure to save room for their selection of homemade desserts.

    600 S. Barracks St., Pensacola, Florida, 32505, USA
    850-470–0003

    Known For

    • "Grits a Ya-Ya" (shrimp and cheese grits)
    • Large wine list
    • Great water views

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No reservations
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  • 6. Fisherman's Corner

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    This little hole-in-the-wall serves up big flavor, mostly in the form of fresh Gulf seafood with Creole flair (think: gumbo, shrimp and grits, étoufée, and po’boys). If you're not into seafood, try a gourmet burger, juicy steak, or creamy pasta. Nautical decor lends to the charm of this local haunt.

    13486 Perdido Key Dr., Florida, 32507, USA
    850-791–6914

    Known For

    • Local haunt
    • Charming nautical decor
    • Everything made from scratch
  • 7. George Bistro + Bar

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    Chef George and wife Luba want you to feel like family at their chic bistro, where they say “South of France meets The South.” The menu features recipes from their travels, including super coffees and cocktails, as well as standout salads and sandwiches.

    6205 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola, Florida, 32504, USA
    850-912–4655

    Known For

    • Truffle fries
    • Weekend brunch
    • Date-night dining
  • 8. Lillian's Pizza

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    “Rollin’ in the dough since 1989,” this is the spot to grab a delicious pie on the beach. Its award-winning recipes have been featured in several national culinary magazines, and its family-friendly vibe is loved by locals and visitors alike.

    14514 Perdido Key Dr., Florida, 32507, USA
    850-492–0131

    Known For

    • Pizza dough made fresh daily
    • Seafood pizza
    • Weekday lunch buffet
  • 9. Restaurant IRON

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    Contemporary treats—of both the food and cocktail varieties—abound at this hip, sleek gem on Pensacola's hottest Downtown strip. The menu's Southern and seafood favorites feature seasonal ingredients, modern preparation techniques, and artistic plating.

    22 N. Palafox St., Pensacola, Florida, 32502, USA
    850-476–7776

    Known For

    • Late-night dining on Friday and Saturday
    • Extensive, ambitious cocktail menu
    • Elegant setting
  • 10. The District

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    This sophisticated steak house sits on the same street Andrew Jackson walked to meet the Spanish Governor Cavalla in order to transfer the territory to the United States in 1821. Contemporary furnishings in an old-world setting take you back in time, and the meat is aged as well. Enjoy traditional apps like shrimp cocktail or oysters Rockefeller before selecting your steak paired with sides such as lobster risotto or whipped Yukon golds.

    123 E. Government St., Pensacola, Florida, 32502, USA
    850-332–5224

    Known For

    • Dry-aged beef
    • Historic district location
    • Upstairs lounge

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
  • 11. The Point

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    Since 1955, this dive restaurant has been serving some of the area’s best fried mullet—try it before you knock it. Enjoy live bands and a full bar under the oak trees after you have one of the best seafood dinners around.

    14340 Innerarity Point Rd., Florida, 32507, USA
    850-492–3577

    Known For

    • Low-key atmosphere
    • Fried mullet
    • Creamy shrimp and crab bisque

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 12. Union Public House

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    Touting itself as a “Crafty Southern Pub,” Union Public House pairs fresh ingredients with creative ideas, like the Scotch egg starter or the grouper and shrimp corndog; they’ve even been known to put gold flakes on fried chicken. You can also make your own “meat and two” by choosing a meat, two Southern sides, and a sauce.

    309 S. Reus St., Pensacola, Florida, 32502, USA
    850-607–6320

    Known For

    • Sassy starters
    • Savory main dishes
    • Handcrafted cocktails

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.

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