WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK

 Best to look these up on Google so you can get full info from their websites along with their menus and reviews. There are so many more that we didn't list here but we have included the most popular places to try and there are new ones opening up all the time (AND SOME CLOSING)   Some searches to try: Restaurants in Perdido Key, Restaurants in Orange Beach, Restaurants in Pensacola, Restaurants in Downtown Pensacola

BEST PLACE TO HAVE A DRINK AND ENJOY THE VIEW... 
drum roll. please……………..
"The Serenity Now”
But if you want to get out, here are some of our local places to try out.


PERDIDO KEY RESTAURANTS
STARTING FROM THE CLOSEST TO THE SERENITY NOW

HUB STACYS AT THE POINT   LOCAL DIVE BAR!!  GOOD SERVICE & VERY POPULAR AROUND HERE! Inexpensive drinks!
Just down the street on Innerarity Point Road on Galvez Street and next to the new park (5 min. from Serenity Now) A little hard to see where it is and where you turn. Located right after the new park they are building.  There is a big white sign sign at the corner of Galvez and Innerarity but it only faces one direction so if you are going from the house, all you see is the back of a white square sign!   Cute little dive bar with a delicious Reuben sandwich.  Inexpensive drinks**** Good french fries, chicken salad sandwich is delish too!   Soups, not very good.  Breakfast is GREASY, wouldn’t advise!
They have good live music too! We really like it there but not on karaoke night!  They have music many nights and it is a fun place to hang out!  Ask the waiter for a marker so you can put your names and date on a dollar bill and hang it on their walls.

THE ORIGINAL POINT RESTAURANT  A local favorite!
Good burger but also supposed to have very good seafood (oysters, etc) I'm unfortunately allergic so I can tell you about the seafood!   Good Steaks.  Very friendly staff and has live music every night.   They also have an outdoor courtyard.  The Point is the ONLY late night hotspot with live bands and a full bar nestled under ancient oak trees. The Courtyard is complete with several personal fireplaces, gathering style seating, picnic tables, and of course the Stage.
****Can go to restaurants.com and purchase a certificate to save money on your dinner***
Get a Restaurant.com certificate to use  (ex: pay $4 to get a $10 certificate)
 
PIZZALUTE *NEW, just opened June 2020
Pizzaluté
5.01 Google review
Comfort food · Casual
Address: 13160 Sorrento Rd, Pensacola, FL 32507
 Closes 9PM
Phone: (850) 840-0016
Wood-fired Pizza, salad, Beer.  This is a sit down place but you order at a counter.  Very casual inside. Have not tried it yet but will review once we have tried it. 

FISHERMANS CORNER  (just under the bridge) 
Also close by.  Food and service is really good!  They do have an appetizer I got for my main dinner which was the eggplant parmesan.  Portions are generous.  I have also had their Cobb salad with grilled chicken..seriously enough for 4 people!!  Fried chicken is delish, sandwiches are also very good!!  They also have a shrimp appetizer plate that we thought was also very good. They say they have the best burger anywhere, but I am from Chicago where we really have good burgers! It’s still a decent burger. but definitely not the best, lol.  One thing that is delish there is the little rolls they bring out.  They are really good! If I remember right also, they only serve Beer and Wine. No regular drinks.
**Currently has a limited menu due to Covid-19.  

THE OYSTER BAR
Lunch and dinner on the water and very close to TSN
**I have never eaten here but other guests have loved it!

WOLF BAY LODGE
Breakfast lunch dinner, have not tried this one yet!

PURPLE PARROT TIKI BAR & GRILL  (just an outdoor tiki bar)
Great place for a drink and live music which starts at 6 pm  (closed Mondays)
We have not eaten here!  

THE SPORTS BAR  (IT’S A DIVE)
Also very close. Decent chicken wings. The honey mustard ones are my favorite.  Very cold beer here.  Pool Table.  Very dumpy inside!  Get a Restaurant.com certificate to use  (ex: pay $4 to get a $10 certificate)

BUTCHES BISTRO & BBQ   (SANDWICH SHOP)
(I have not tried this yet but it sounds good!)
Here is a review from yelp:
This is, absolutely- without fail, a must eat! I found this on Yelp and was not disappointed. We always search for locally owned places to eat. This place is definitely a "hole-in-the-wall" but do not let appearances fool you. The flavor was out of this world. BBQ, ribs, wings, and burgers all had incredible flavor. Everything is scratch made and so good. The prices are unbelievably reasonable, give a beach town, and the service was over the top. We will definitely be coming back to this place when in town.

PEDROS MEXICAN     NOT ADVISABLE!  HEARD OF TOO MANY PEOPLE GETTING SICK! ( have never tried this place)

LILLIAN’S PIZZA 
The pizza’s are just ok in my opinion. It is New York style. The kind that the crusts are buttery and floppy in giant triangle slices. CHALKBOARDS FOR KIDS TO WRITE ON


ON OR OFF BEACH BLVD  
(THE MAIN ROAD THAT RUNS ALONG THE GULF)
*These tend to be more expensive due to beach proximity*

THE GULF (Go here on a beautiful day and sit outside by the water on comfy sofa's!) 
It's actually in Orange Beach but not far. It's all outdoor and has comfy little outdoor sofa sections all over the beach area so you can drink or eat while enjoying the weather. The food there is nothing too exciting but what makes it great is the comfort and the view. If you want to eat, I would recommend their grouper sandwich with their hand cut fries and they are great!   Tried the Burger which is nothing special. definitely go and have a drink and enjoy the view!!!

THE JELLYFISH 
Nice place. I had the meatloaf sandwich which was good. I wasn't in mood for a huge dinner but Moe’s dinner was great. He had the Pecan Grouper $21 and worth every penny.

BIG WAVE DAVES KITCHEN AND BEACH BAR  
Have not tried yet!
 
THE SUNSET GRILLE
Go to see the sunset and have a drink and a sandwich to see the sunset! Beautiful spot to see the sun go down! 
Food is typical, nothing special when I ate there.  I did hear they had great french fries!

THE FLORA BAMA  THE FAMOUS***
This is the hot spot to go with several bars, all kinds of music and food.   Age 20's to 40's!
Packed in the spring and summer months!  Gets LOUD and crowded!

FIN & FORK  ****NOT ADVISABLE*** Do not go here!

ISLANDER FOOD SHACK
Now you can get chicken schwarma's or chicken skewers, tasty hamburgers and great lamb sliders. It's a very interesting menu, not overly complex, but just right. 
REVIEW ON YELP: like the staff, they are professional and are quick to give advice. But the food was very average. Chicken salad was made with canned shredded chicken.  Not impressed.
Dave's Snowballs is right next door.  :)

COSMO’S RESTAURANT & BAR 
 Same owners as "Cobalt". Very good and a cute place! Get the Fire Cracker Shrimp appetizer. Enough for a whole meal but everything is very good!

GT'S ON THE BAY 
Used to be The Cayman Grill.  ***Very bad and slow service when I was there.   Same owners as Cobalts and Cosmos which is surprising!.  Nice menu, great outdoor area!  We tried the Chicken Carbonara and the hearth pizza.  Both were very good!!!   

THE RUBY SLIPPER CAFE
 Breakfast & Brunch
Big place.  We thought it was just average & expensive but tried only when 1st opened.

PENSACOLA RESTAURANTS

KINGFISHER  NEW!  All homemade from start to finish, great drinks and food!!!  Great customer service   Everything fresh and homemade from start to finish. All from scratch! A lot of effort went in to the food and you will be able to tell! This may be our favorite restaurants out here and we have tried many!!! Crab cake sandwich with the fried green tomato..really good, roast beef sandwich, really good meat and the seared provolone on it..so good. My favorite was the "Bangin' or bang bang cauliflower" EXCELLENT!!!! I had one of the special drinks, can't remember the name but it was so delicious, (it was green) I put it down fast! Served with a chunk of fresh pineapple, a cherry, umbrella and a little tipsy elephant on the rim. Really cute and tasty.   The regular drinks were not great.
Must try the meat loaf sandwich..looks so incredible! the homemade rolls, and chips delicious. Service...was great. Owners are there and care! The physical menu really doesn't make the food sound as good as it is. Looks basic but the dishes definitely are not! Highly recommend

THE FISH HOUSE
This one is located in downtown Pensacola. We LOVE this restaurant  and all 4 of us had great meals! Very nice inside, more upscale than some of the others inside.
They also have a more casual 2nd restaurant there on the other side.  We have not tried that one yet! RESERVATIONS IN SEASON!

THE COFFEE GUY   NEW!  Best coffee and desserts!  Really nice place!!

THE OAR HOUSE   *WE LIKE!  Fun place, live music, Bar food

NICKS BOATHOUSE  Next to Baseball Stadium

TAQUERIA EL ASADOR

MILLER'S ALE HOUSE 

BREW HA HA

BJ’S RESTAURANT AND BREWHOUSE **RECOMMEND-REMINDS US OF PLACES WE LIKED TO EAT AT UP NORTH)
*WE LIKE for Great salads and onion string.  Huge menu***
Located across from Sacred Heart Hospital by the Mall.

MELLOW MUSHROOM *Has a spinach salad that is really good and good pizza.  Cute decor and great pizza
 
MCGUIRES IRISH PUB
* VERY good burgers, corned beed sandwiches, kosher selections.  Delicious!!  Big menu


DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA RESTAURANTS 
On or off Palafox Street

THE FISH HOUSE
We LOVE this restaurant and all 4 of us had great meals! Very nice inside, more upscale than some of the others inside.  My favorite  since I am on a plant based diet is the strawberry salad.  Gary always get the nut encrusted chicken.  delicious! to the last drop!  fish is also very good!  They also do Sushi.  They also have a more casual 2nd restaurant there on the other side.  We have not tried that one yet!  large outdoor area with music and dining when it is in season.  Reservations needed in season!!!

SABAI THAI ON JEFFERSON **RECOMMEND**
Ate there for first time in March 2020.  Really liked it.  you may need reservations as it’s very small. very clean and food is very fresh!  We ordered the spring rolls with mango sauce, the won ton soup which is very large and meant to be split.  they bring it with a ladle and bowls, and we had the cashew chicken with medium spice.  all was delicious.  service was very good too!  we would definitely go back!
VEGAN/VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY 
SEE ONLINE RECOMMENDATIONS

GRAFITTI PIZZA
Fun place with outdoor seating and bar.  Order people at the counter by the slice or whole.  Decent pizza!

BIG TOP BREWING COMPANY

THE DISTRICT SEVILLE STEAK AND SEAFOOD $$$

GLOBAL GRILL  **very good, Tapas

KHONS ON PALAFOX

THE WINE BAR ON PALAFOX  

CASKS AND FLIGHTS Wine tasting room  *fun, self serve wines

JACKSONS STEAK HOUSE $$

SO CHOPPED SALAD BAR- BUILD YOUR OWN SALAD, WRAPS OR PIZZA.  Part of the Bodacious shops. Check  this place out!  Coffee shop, Gourmet kitchen shop and gifts and more.  Very nice!!

ORANGE BEACH RESTAURANTS

SAUCED     **RECOMMENDED**
We have eaten here many times now and love it. The pizza was fantastic and the cauli -wings were delicious! We cant wait to come back! My favorite pizza is all onion and then half bacon.  Their bacon is hand cut and so delicious! The veggies are all so fresh, crust super crispy and delicious.  Our favorite pizza down here!

​THE GULF (Go here on a beautiful day and sit outside by the water on comfy sofa's!) 
It's actually in Orange Beach but not far. It's all outdoor and has comfy little outdoor sofa sections all over the beach area so you can drink or eat while enjoying the weather. The food there is nothing too exciting but what makes it great is the comfort and the view. If you want to eat, I would recommend their grouper sandwich with their hand cut fries and they are great!   Tried the Burger which is nothing special. definitely go and have a drink and enjoy the view!!!

COBALT  **RECOMMENDED**
Very pretty place and beautiful outside area along the water. ! A bit more expensive but the outdoor seating and views are great. The food there is VERY Good. Pecan fried Catfish on the bed of succotash is so delish. May not sound good but trust me, So good. $21 They also have a $10 shrimp appetizer called "firecracker shrimp" & great cheese hand tossed pizza for $5   DELISH!   Go for the early bird special from 3 pm to 5 pm and music that starts at 5 pm.. Great deals on food and drinks!

PLEASURE ISLAND TIKI
Sit outside with a fun view, have a cold drink and a yummy appetizer!  This is an enjoyable place to hang,

LUNAS EAT & DRINK  **RECOMMENDED** 
*SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL AT DIFFERENT TIMES OF YEAR:  STEAK FILET, VEGGIE & MASHED POTATO SPECIAL IS DELICIOUS!!*
Easy going, family-friendly bar & grill with modern Southern grub, craft beers, TVs & a roomy patio.

TACKY JACKS GRILL & TAVERN 
**Best Nacho Plate around!  Indoor and outdoor seating

HURRICAINE GRILL & WINGS 
LOVE the food here!  Have never had a bad meal but we felt wings were a little rubbery even after asking for them crispy**  Service has always been good.  Many items on the menu other than the typical Seafood items.  CUTE PLACE INSIDE!

FISHER'S DOCKSIDE AT ORANGE BEACH MARINA  
Beautiful place but food is so so unfortunately.!  The lower level (called Dockside) is reasonable.  Upstairs more expensive.   Best thing there: DESSERT: White chocolate coconut Bread Pudding....OMG!

MOE’S ORIGINAL BAR B QUE 
We had to try this being the same name as my husband (Moe) Very cute place and the food was good.

GULF SHORES STEAMER
http://gulfshoressteamer.com/
27267 PERDIDO BEACH BLVD, SUITE 115
ORANGE BEACH AL, 36561
Our guests have said the drive (only about 20 minutes) was worth it!  They ordered the "GETTIN STEAMED PLATTER" and said it was great!