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I really want to like this place. The staff are always 5-star: attentive, friendly, and helpful. The interior was recently remodeled and has a much better flow than it used to (it almost felt like a cafeteria before). Now there’s a clearly defined bar area with cozy banquette/chair hybrids and a proper dining area. It’s a shame they didn’t flip the layout so the bar overlooked the gorgeous view, but it’s still a nice space. The more polished aesthetic is a welcome contrast to other local spots that lean heavily into a rustic coastal look (though I’ll always have a soft spot for a retro tiki bar).
The food, however, is limited, pretentious, and seriously overpriced. I’ve tried most of the menu and always walked away feeling ripped off—the lobster fried rice being the biggest offender so far.
The cocktail menu is where this place really shines. Easily the best mixed drinks you’ll find this side of Palafox St.
As a local, the biggest dealbreaker for me is the new parking policy. If you park in their lot, cameras track your plate and mail you a ticket—unless you go to a website, enter your info, and a code that (according to the bartender) changes monthly. Even hotels on Pensacola Beach during Blue Angels practice don’t do this. The signage in the lot is easy to miss, and we were told even staff are getting ticketed. I can’t imagine how this kind of negative “customer service” won’t hurt off-season business with locals. For me, it’s simply not worth the hassle.