Restaurant Iron

A true 10 out of 10. Iron restaurant provides elevated southern food at a price that Would be considered higher than average by most standards, but in a beach town it’s about the same prices most seafood establishments. Everything we had was a plus. The cocktails were phenomenal, The food was spectacular, and the desserts were life-changing. We kept it simple with the Cajun Reuben and the barbecue beef cheek sandwich. My wife had the iron goddess and the iron rose cocktails, but preferred the iron Rose. The iron goddess was very good, but we’re less into tequila and more into gin. Something to consider when you’re choosing one. I had the Smoked old-fashioned, which had a thick piece of bacon on it, which I really enjoyed but the seasonal golden boy cocktail was one of my favorite cocktails that I’ve ever had. For dessert, we went with the banana cheesecake which was Light in area, but full of flavor. we also had the shortbread which was dense and rich and amazing.

I had an incredible experience dining here with a group of six, where everyone ordered something different, and each dish exceeded expectations. Everything arrived right on time, and the flavors were outstanding. The smoked Old Fashioned was a standout – it came with a generous, perfectly crisp piece of bacon that added a unique touch. I went with the duck, and it was incredibly tender, juicy, and cooked to perfection. I also had the bao buns and the peanut butter and jelly appetizer. Both were visually stunning and bursting with flavor. The service was impeccable, with the staff being attentive and friendly, making us feel right at home. The atmosphere was laid-back and welcoming, perfect for a relaxing meal. Without a doubt, I’ll be back the next time I find myself in Pensacola.

The menu changed completely 2 weeks ago, and not for the better. The menu now feels more casual and less upscale. The wings are still on, and absolutely amazing, but I’m sad to have the menu changed so drastically. Our dishes were good, but had too much going on. They need to be more simple. I do really like Iron, but I’m hoping they can get back to some of the roots that got it to where it was.

Had an amazing experience dining solo! From the warm welcome by the hostess to the attentive service from the bartender and server, I felt like a valued guest. Loved the open concept of the restaurant, which also includes a chef’s table and bar seating (where I sat). The mixed drinks were perfectly crafted, and the Caesar salad, truffle fries, and redfish were absolutely delicious. The outstanding service made the meal even better. Will definitely be back next time I'm in town! Thank you to the staff tonight. 5/5!

The food was so good that I couldn't stop ordering. An appetizer here a desert there... And maybe an extra dessert for the road 😁 Tried escargot for the first time and I was pleasantly surprised. But the duck was the star of my show, it was to die for. Dessert was good and the dessert wine was delicious

So, I love to eat dinner with my boy because he and I are both serious foodies. We decided on Iron as we had never tried it and had heard great things. ...and yep, 10 out of 10!!! Reservations online was easy and we enjoyed a gracious greeting at the front door. Our table was ready right on time. Ashley was our waitress and she was super helpful for our first time experiencing the menu. After our cocktail order we chose the short rib dumplings appetizer and the seasonal citrus salad to share. We were pleasantly surprised at how balanced all of the flavors were. We chose the chicken thighs and the shrimp n' grits. I will say that it was a hard decision. Just reading the menubis a treat. Both of our dishes were fantastic. The basil oil with the shrimp n' grits made the dish perfect. The chicken was so tender and perfectly crispy with a very 'cajun-ish' pasta sauce with fantastic mushrooms. We chose an Irish coffee and a chocolate martini with the orange creme brulee and the millionaire shortbread. What an amazing meal! I am very impressed with the attention to detail and creativity. We are not easily impressed, but thoroughly enjoyed every morsel. Ashley did not miss a beat with the service protocol. What an enjoyable evening! Looking forward to trying everything on the menu!

Danielle was very attentive, she was our server and really knew about the food preparation and her description makes your mouth water. We didn’t feel rushed nor did we feel forgotten. The atmosphere was pleasant and minimalistic so definitely not chaotic. The temperature and flavor of the food was spot on. I’m a water drinker and my glass was never empty. They have a full bar and specialize in craft drinks. Presentation of the food and drinks was superb. Will I recommend or return to this restaurant, YES. To the staff and chef, keep making it the foods most restaurants stray from and know that you provide a cozy environment for all patrons. Thank you for the wonderful experience.

I eat steak all the time but I was blown away with the filet option on the new menu. Just stunning. Super appreciative to have this restaurant in Pensacola.

Iron and Chef Alex just continue to score points and win. Still my favorite in the area, Iron has launched lunch! Now this might seem easy, but elevating lunch is something you just don't see in Pensacola. But man, has he nailed it! Brett took care of me at the bar, and was excellent. Had a Palafox Mule and the chicken skins as a starter. The best part of fried chicken and it doesn't fill you up! The sauce was out of this world. For a main, I had the BBQ beef cheek sandwich. Also out of this world. My new favorite BBQ, beef cheeks done properly are so soft they can be spread with a knife. The sauce he has crafted has a lovely Caribbean note that I want to replicate on my own. (Chef, if I come back, maybe you could give me a hint). As always, Iron is the gold standard for service and quality in Pensacola. Shame that you can't get Michelin stars in Pensacola. The system is rigged.

Stopped by Restaurant Iron on a rainy day and couldn't resist their Rainy Day Special -- a grilled cheese sandwich with homemade tomato bisque. The grilled cheese was perfectly crisp and gooey, but the tomato bisque stole the show -- rich, flavorful, and clearly made from scratch. It had that comforting, slow-simmered taste that's hard to find. I also ordered the chicken and sausage gumbo, which came served with potato salad in the bowl -- the only way to do it if you've spent time in South Louisiana like I have. I loved that touch. Unfortunately, the gumbo itself wasn't quite my style. The flavor leaned more toward a Carolina BBQ sauce, which was unexpected and a bit too tangy for my taste. I prefer a deeper, roux-based flavor -- but I can appreciate the creative take. That said, everything else was spot on. Service was amazing -- friendly, attentive, and helpful with both food and drink recommendations. They also have a great wine list and full bar, which I'll definitely explore more on my next visit. The atmosphere was cozy and stylish, with décor that really sets the mood. Overall, a strong four-star experience. A few tweaks to the gumbo and this place would be five stars all day.

Just had an unforgettable meal at Restaurant IRON--every bite was perfection. We started with the Hatch chile croquettes, made with Shelburne aged cheddar, which provided the perfect balance to the chiles' mild heat. They were served with pickled okra and a habanero pepper jelly that delivered a pleasant, sweet heat. The okra had a clean, well-rounded tang that complemented the dish beautifully. Its subtle acidity provided a refreshing contrast, tying the flavors together in a way that made each bite more compelling. Next, we indulged in the foie gras 'PB & J', a creative and luxurious take on the classic childhood favorite. Made with Grade A foie gras, almond butter, and strawberry jam, it was a decadent blend of savory and sweet. The basil sauce and balsamic added depth and complexity, while the cinnamon milk punch brought a delicate warmth to the dish. Served on craft bakery toast, it was the perfect balance of crisp, creamy, and luscious flavors. Alongside our appetizers, we enjoyed two expertly crafted drinks. My wife had the King Cake Whiskey Sour, a seasonal cocktail made with king cake-infused Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon, lemon, and egg white. The drink was beautifully garnished with a dusting of gold, purple, and green sugar, embodying the festive Mardi Gras spirit. Meanwhile, I had the Pink Skies, a refreshing mocktail featuring raspberries, a pineapple shrub, vanilla, and a lime garnish. It struck a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity, making it a delightfully bright and flavorful sip. The elk rack, ordered rare, was unbelievably tender--melting in my mouth with every bite. The cognac crawfish cream took it to the next level, rich and indulgent yet perfectly balanced. An absolute explosion of flavor. The elk was plated on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes that absorbed the richness of the cognac crawfish cream, making each bite even more decadent. Alongside it, several jumbo spears of asparagus were cooked to retain a slight crispness, providing a fresh contrast to the luxurious sauce and tender meat. The seared lamb loin was another standout, cooked to a perfect medium-rare with a beautiful crust. The mint-pea purée added a fresh brightness, while the dill and pomegranate arils brought layers of complexity. The lemon-infused couscous and sautéed beech mushrooms provided just the right acidity to complement the lamb--every element on the plate had a purpose. Along with her entrée, my wife enjoyed the Night Moves, a cocktail crafted with Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon, Cynar, rosemary, lime, and pomegranate. It was beautifully garnished with a dark flower floating atop the drink, adding an elegant touch to its deep, complex flavors. Meanwhile, I had the Perfect Pear, another non-alcoholic cocktail that was a revelation. A spiced pear shrub with lime, angostura bitters, and sparkling water, it was refreshingly crisp with just the right touch of acidity. Like an elevated pear soda, but so much better. For dessert, we indulged in the icebox Nutella pie, a luscious Nutella cremeux nestled in a toasted pretzel crust. The pie was elegantly plated with a caramel sauce spread across the plate, adding a rich, buttery depth to each bite. A sprinkling of Maldon Sea Salt provided the perfect finishing touch, enhancing the flavors with just the right amount of salinity. To accompany dessert, my wife had the espresso martini, crafted with Alla Prima 'Iron Blend' City Roast-infused spirit, roasted chicory, Heirloom Pineapple Amaro, and cream. Given its pale appearance, my wife didn't expect such a strong coffee flavor; however, the taste was remarkably robust while also having a creamier mouthfeel than other espresso martinis she's tried. She found the inclusion of Heirloom Pineapple Amaro to be harmonious with the other flavors, noting that while it didn't introduce extra bitterness or a strong fruity note, it enhanced and added depth to the coffee's rich profile. This meal was an experience--one I'd gladly relive. If you haven't been to Restaurant IRON yet, go. Now.

Oh my gosh. Let me start with I LOVE the mocktail options on the menu. The atmosphere is so sweet and perfect for a date night. Our server as well as the host were so attentive and kind. And the food was absolutely delish. Cannot wait to be back.

I'm from Dallas, and we know good food. This place is good food! I introduced my friends to this place a while ago, and now every time I/we come to Pensacola, IRON is a must. HIGHLIGHT: Foie Gras. This is the only place I've ever had it and the main reason I keep coming back. Lightly seared with a PBJ "sauce". The flavor profiles sound crazy, but will not disappoint. Obviously...Florida....so can't go wrong with seafood. Their sauces honestly make the dish, and presentation (if you can't tell...see pictures). I'm always excited to see the dish (whatever I order) because presentation is always spot on. Happy hour is killer and makes the drink prices very reasonable. If you're going for a special occasion, let them know and they'll print out a message on your menu The place can be quiet or get more lively. As the night goes they start playing music which livens it up a little. Not a great place for littles IMO. Service has always been stellar too. Trust their recommendations Overall, top notch!

My wife and I met good friends here to give them a try. I must say it is probably one of the better restaurants in the area in quality, service, and price. The really nice part was we were able to catch up and chat while not being pushed along by our server.. Our server did a traffic job keeping everything just perfect and making recommendations! We started with adult beverages. The king cake whiskey sour was terrific! I truly loved their old-fashioned, especially the man candy on top! We started with their escargot appetizer, along with a cheese plate. The cheese plate is huge and easy appetizer for four. The escargot, gnocchi, and mushrooms were absolutely delicious! My wife was able to get their pork chop Taylor to her dietary needs, and I truly enjoyed the roasted duck breast on foie gras. Our friends had their pork chop dish as plated as well as a bowl of the gumbo. The gumbo looked absolutely delicious! I was able to try the fried green tomatoes on the pork chop dish, superb! A fairly special occasion restaurant. That said there were plenty of people who were not dressed up.

This use to be my favorite place in Pensacola. They have completely revamped the menu and it's simply not the same great place. Our waitress said to be more inclusive and "not just for the upper crust". Well, I guess that means getting rid of great food, because they did. There are better places to eat for a nice dinner now. I wouldn't have said this before, but go elsewhere. They prefer people that work hard and make money not eat here!

This is one of my top fav places to eat in Pensacola. It's the one place I don't mind sitting at the bar. I really enjoyed both my drinks and I loved the hatch chili app. Seafood gumbo is rich with flavor. I do miss the old bartenders and wasn't in love with the dessert. The manager even double checked to make sure we got our drink discounts. Till next time!!

Delicious food, great ambiance, and very dedicated waitstaff. Went above and beyond to get me and my boyfriend indoor seating during the rain, even though our reservation was for outdoors! We had black garlic escargot for the appetizer- if you've never had escargot, this is the place to try it. We will be going back for sure!

Took my mom here for her birthday. Great little restaurant, suggest reservations and seating is limited. Menu was very elevated. Chef apparently spent some time at Commamders palace in New Orleans. Menu is limited but high end food, very rich in flavor and surprisingly large portions. Two adults could easily split an entree, especially if you get an appetizer and drinks. They do have happy hour as well. All of our food was delicious and creative and the staff was super nice. Definitely recommend for a business meal or special occasion.

Love dining at Iron. The food is always innovative & the service fantastic. We had the escargot appetizer and it was other worldly.. so good! My wife had the duck breast and it was seriously delicious. I had the fried venison with jalapeño gravy... sadly it was too hot to eat. Live & learn. Service was outstanding as always.

We sat at the bar and the bartender was super attentive which was good. The food came out really well plated and was very flavorful. I would recommend that you check it out! We also ordered the fried green tomatoes, but they were not very aesthetically pleasing and honestly not something I would order again. The overall vibe is nice, but the decor is sort of bland. It does not match the quality of the food!

Amazing dinner + service! Black garlic butter gnocchi & escargot, reverse seared pork rib chop and (2) anise spiced duck breast-all we can say is WOW, what a fabulous meal and service by Aries. Attention to detail, smooth pacing and beautiful plating along with fabulous flavor. We will definitely return!

This was my favorite place we had dinner in Pensacola. Such a cute place and great service overall! They're known for their steaks, but we skipped that since we get so much good steak back home. We started off with the escargot and the cornbread. They were both fantastic apps! Would highly recommend. I got the stuffed quail as my main entree and hubby got the cioppino. I really enjoyed the quail, but I wish there were 2 pieces of quail instead of just that 1. The quail was stuffed with a black truffle bread pudding. Instead of the Lima beans and kale, I substituted for a side of mashed potatoes instead. Hubby's cioppino had tons of seafood, but the seafood broth was a bit rich for me. Would highly recommend IRON if you're in Pensacola and make a resy!

Dinner was wonderful! The place was smaller than what i had thought it would be. Our service was perfect! I indulged and ordered the rib eye. I do believe it was the best steak I've ever eaten. The seasonal fish collars were amazing. The drinks were really strong. My husband really enjoyed the lamb. The crème brûlée did not disappoint! The cheese cake was too thick for me. We loved this restaurant and can't wait to come back!

Over the top Food Drinks Deserts Staff Had the redfish omg There Gumbo omg Cheesecake omg

You will never dine anywhere better! The waitstaff and the chefs are all dedicated to an amazing experience! Never fails and never disappoints!

Fabulous! Our second visit here. Exceptional service, drinks, and cuisine! Hands down one of the finest restaurants on the Emerald Coast. A few recommendations: Chicken wings are out of this world! Escargots sauce is heavenly (order extra bread)! Highly recommend the ribeye! All in all, it's an awesome dining experience!

Small but inviting venue. The food was excellent and well presented. Service was good and attentive.

Absolutely phenomenal. My sister and I ordered 4 items off the salad and appetizer menu as our meal because we both love tapas style meals. The foie gras changed my life. I've never had it before and this was an amazing location to try it for the first time. Make sure to drink the Cinnamon Toast Crunch shot (non-alcoholic) that it comes with! The chicken wings were incredibly flavorful and just fell off the bone. The Marcus Caesar was unbelievable. For a salad? Blew my mind. The least exciting item in my opinion was the gnocchi escargot. Still delicious, don't get me wrong, but compared to all the other items we sampled? Pretty ordinary in flavor. First time trying escargot as well and thought it was wonderful. Would still order this dish again. We ordered the icebox Nutella dessert to go and it didn't miss. Fantastic dessert with smooth and creamy texture. Enough about the food! The service was flawless. Nick knocked it out of the park and the ambiance was soothing and warm.

What a phenomenal experience. I was hesitant to visit as the reviews are mixed but oh.my lord. GO GO GO I am already planning my next visit. The service is phenomenal, the food is amazing, the entire experience was so lovely!

Stop what you're doing to go to Restaurant Iron. Order chicken wings, lamb neck melt, and chocolate Delice or Marcus Cesar salad, fried oysters and cheese cake. No better place to eat at the bar and talk with the friendlies folks. Chef Alex is on fire and the dessert game is strong. Cheers

Good food. Drink prices are very reasonable for crafted cocktails. The wings have WAY TOO MUCH FLAVORING. Really becomes inedible so if you get them get the sauce on the side.

Our waiter Jim was awesome! He was very patient and explained the whole menu to us in detail. He gave us plenty of time to ourselves but kept a close eye on us. He happily switched out my drink after a tiny fly attacked it. The food was top notch. My hubby had the escargot and was in heaven. He also had the lamb neck. He almost licked his plate. I have a unique Ceasers salad that I was impressed by. I also had the seafood soup/stew. Yummy! The aioli saffron sauce on the baguette was my favorite. We also had a few drinks. Our bill was way less than expected so that was a nice surprise

Great atmosphere, extensive and expensive wine list, great service and good food. My only complaint is that everything is on the rich side. We started with fried green tomatoes served with jalapeño goat cheese and crawfish sauce. I had the lamb four ways.

First time in years I've given anything less than a 5 star for Restaurant IRON, we had a great experience overall but the flavors didn't hit as strongly as they normally do. I confirmed the same with my wife before writing this in case it was me having something off with my tastebuds. My drink was stronger on the liquor taste and less on the rest of the ingredients, my salmon wasn't as flavorful as I'm used to from other dishes I've gotten here, and my wife's beet salad was underwhelming from a flavor perspective. The highlights were the Caesar salad, Gnocchi (we ordered without escargot), everything but the salmon in the salmon Buddha bowl, and the strawberry shortcake. On the dishes we didn't like as much, the flavors were still good, but just a bit muted compared to prior years. On the Salmon bowl I imagine it would have been better with the tofu, which again salmon is my favorite fish and the everything seasoning used is one I keep on hand in my own kitchen but somehow the flavors just didn't land as well as in the past. The strawberry shortcake dessert was actually the biggest positive surprise- I normally don't love desserts given I lean more towards savory but this was not overindulgent on the sugar but it really leaned stronger towards the rest of the flavors which was delightful!

What an amazing find just outside the heart of Pensacola's entertainment district. While it is tucked back and somewhat hidden next to an old theater, making the trip could hardly be described as anything other than a major return on investment. It was my birthday, so we made an online reservation easily (although spots fill quickly arrive it's a small dining room) and were seated immediately, even got a special Happy Birthday menu. What a beautiful, modern place inside. I started with their old fashioned. The bacon served with it is to die for, but I wanted to make sure it wasn't a one-off so I had two. Both perfection. For an appy, we got the smoked salmon deviled eggs. You get three so prepare for gladiatorial battle of it's just two of you. I had the 16 oz New York strip (with mashed potatoes) and my wife got the Buddha Bowl. Both were perfectly cooked, with a great sear and slice of butter atop the steak. Yum! Everyone was very helpful, service was immaculate and we felt like a member of the family. We'll be back!

My fiancé took me here for my Birthday and it was great. Excellent customer service and amazing atmosphere

This is our go to restaurant!! Food here is always great and the service, is perfect. We love hanging at the bar and watching the bartenders work their magic!! Can I give it six stars??

Whenever I'm craving a really amazing steak, this is where I go. The atmosphere is delightful. You can sit inside & have a romantic night. Or if you're feeling like being a little casual, then you can go outside & enjoy the weather. The service is one of the best in town. Ask for Ares. The drinks are phenomenal. Can't go wrong with the iron goddess! The cute flower on top just adds that extra special touch. The espresso martini is great for dessert or to just have. It's very chilled & can be a bit strong. Now on to the food! The gnocchi & escargot is amazing. Every bite was perfect & delicious. They could work on their Caesar salad. Was not a fan so I would skip it & get the soup or something else. Their filet is well seasoned. It has flavor & it will melt in your mouth like butter. Absolutely delightful. The truffle fries are okay, but it's a side, so it shouldn't steal the spotlight from the filet. They're not bad tho, the fries are still good. It is a perfect gem in town.

The wife and I had a great, relaxing date night here. Our server was very attentive yet not overly interrupting our evening. Per his recommendation we ordered the Lamb 4 Ways and the Hickory Smoked Short Ribs. Both tasted great and of course the presentation is on point. Coupled with a glass of Pinot noir and a smoked old fashioned, the meal was quite good. This place is a little on the higher side so probably won't be coming here that often (or with the kids), but it's a great place to treat yourself every once in a while. Looking forward to trying something new on our next date night.

This was the best date night we've had in awhile. The restaurant is warm, cozy, and modern. We loved being able to watch the bartenders make drinks and the chefs meticulously cook and plate food in the open kitchen concept. All of the staff was so welcoming and answered any questions we had. The drinks and food were unreal. We'll be back for Nutella pie and truffle fries soon!

Iron is amazing! Service is A+ Appetizers were spot on! Steak, while expensive was delicious and well cooked. Atmosphere is real and welcoming. Will always consider this a Pensacola Treasure!

We are locals & dined here after a Candlelight concert 2 nights ago. The Duck Confit was horrible. It was served rolled up like a sushi roll piece and had so much fat on the outside, that by the time we trimmed the (non seared - gross) fat away we were left with two tiny bites of duck, that did not taste very good (flavorless). We showed our waitress & sent it back. The manager came over and apologized, so we were surprised when the duck dish showed up on our bill. We paid it and will not be going back. The Chef's creativity here does NOT mean yummy!! This restaurant won't be around in 12 months. Much better choices in that area.

Really enjoyed dinner tonight at Restaurant Iron. Came in with a group of four with a reservation at 4:30 PM right when they opened. Lovely restaurant but the first scent we were greeted with was kerosene. It was coming from the kitchen but they didn't seem to have a very good ventilation system so there was a faint smell the entire dinner, to the point where it was burning our eyes. At the table we started with their Marcus Caesar salads followed by the superfood salmon (salmon with everything crust, pickled beets, pomegranate avocado, cranberry red quinoa, finished with pistachio local honey), the seafood cioppino (gulf shrimp, mussels, clams, catch of the day, in a light sauce with bacon, a fennel rich seafood broth, saffron aioli, and a baguette), and the fall spiced duck breast (parsnip purée, crispy fried brussel sprouts, with a dark cherry syrup). Everything entree was excellent. The quinoa was so perfectly flavored, but the salmon was farm raised so it was a little fatty, I was surprised to learn they didn't use wild caught for this high of a caliber restaurant. The Caesar salad also wasn't very caesar-salad-tasting, there was the absence of anchovies in the dressing and in general tasted like a regular non-caesar salad. They also offer any dessert for free if it's your birthday so my friend took home the icebox nutella pie. Everyone really enjoyed their meals, standouts were the duck and the cioppino. I regret not ordering the white truffle fries, they smelt divine whenever the waiters walked by with them, perhaps next time!

Yelp needs a sixth star. Absolutely incredible gastronomical experience! In Pensacola once a year from San Diego on business. Yelped "steakhouse" and Restaurant Iron popped up. Not sure why, because it's not a steakhouse. Thought it was new but decided to check it out based on the reviews and the claim to be "Southern Contemporary Cuisine." Sat at the bar. Amber was tending. The first thing I noticed was her smoking wood chips. Asked what for and she told me it was for her Old Fashioned. Couldn't resist. Great start. Perfectly made and garnished with one of the best pieces of applewood smoked bacon that I've ever had. Being a native born southerner, I knew I was home. Went with the starter "Marcus Caesar" salad that I'd heard about from another Yelp review. Wow! Little piece of heaven and maybe one of the best Cesar dressings I've ever had. The hart of palm and garlic confit where great compliments. For the main course I chose the Fall Spiced Duck Breast with crispy fried Brussels sprouts. Asked Amber for a recommended wine pairing. She chose the French Le gras c'est la vie, a perfect paring. The duck was perfectly cooked, med-rare, with a crispy top. The Brussels sprouts where also perfectly cooked with a crunchy texture. The parsnip purée and dark cherry syrup were complementary and pulled everything together. Usually I read a book and just enjoy the food. However, I was fascinated by the team in the kitchen, which is open to view from the bar. The Sous Cheif was running the line. Wish I remembered his name. Loved watching him work, constantly complimenting his teams work but maintaining a very careful attention to detail on every plate. Incredible! One server (name?) put it best, "it's the details that matter here." There's no doubt they mean it. Every member of the staff looked like they enjoyed working there. I sense a great culture. Why doesn't this place have a Michelin star? Thanks Amber, et. All for a memorable gastronomical experience!

Absolutely phenomenal every time I come. The old fashioned is one my favorite drinks in all of pensacola. Thw Bacon adds so much to it. The service is always excellent, no matter who you get. The vibe is always chill. I like sitting by the bar where I get to watch the bartenders make drinks as well as the kitchen make the food. I got the seasonal Stuffed Quail, so good!!

Visited on a whim; on a Sunday afternoon just to check it out looking for an upscale place to visit. While I knew I visited on a slow day & part of the day I was pleased with the overall experience for a drink & snack. The staff was exceptionally professional. I asked to be seated at the bar; and stayed longer than I originally planned. The signature drink was delicious; and asked the bartender to make a drink I've been curious about since seeing the commercial... an obscure St. Germain liquor with 'sparkeling wine' & 'sparkeling water'. She suprisingly had the ingredients and made the odd drink that was albeit odd tasting, had a good aftertaste. It's unique even an upscale restruant would have the unique ingrediants to create an on-the-fly drink. Now I know what it tastes like. Just for a small snack, I got the chicken wings. I'm not a chicken wing kind of guy, because I find most sauces cookie-cutter. I was pleasantly suprised the lightly Cajun spices produced the best chicken wings I have eaten in my life... worldwide! (Yes, been around the world several times). As a steak connoisseur, I make my own steak rub. After speaking with the manager, Nathan, he graciously gifted me a small proprietary sample of the spice. The spices were so intriguing I'm going to try to integrate the ingrediants into my steak rub; and once I get it right I'll return the favor. Again, a pleasant suprise when Taylor, the bartender offered that the Restruant IRON gives a military discount to service members and veterans. I can't think of any other upscale restruant that offers that... to a heavily military populated town! I'll look forward to a special occasion to have dinner there, as the prices are premium, but fully expect to get the high quality meals for the price. The quality, experience & value was exceptional for a few drinks & snack at the bar! Looking forward to going back to sample the dinner menu. Quick follow up. Went back for a quick drink yesterday. Tried the Smoked Old Fashoned. Delicious; and exceptionally professionally crafted. If you get a chance, fun to watch them make! Oversized ice cube (instead of many diluting the drink), actuall brand the logo on the top of the cube! The glass is smoked by searing some wood chips & inverting the glass over it while making the drink - after finishing served garnished with a seared thick piece of smoked bacon over the top of the drink. Truly a crafted cocktail & reasonably priced.

Upon the recommendations of friends and family, we chose Restaurant Iron for our 30th anniversary dinner. First the 'somewhat' highlights. The menus we were given had a nice Happy Thirtieth Anniversary message printed on them. We started off by sharing a peach, arugula and burrata salad. It was a very light and refreshing way to start our dinner, though the peach seemed to be sliced on a mandolin set to its thinnest cut. Overall the peach added very little flavor to the salad, of which it was supposed to be the star. My wife had the anise-spiced duck breast, which was tasty and perfectly cooked. It came with some crispy Brussels sprouts which she said we're some of the best she'd ever had. Dessert was a delicious large piece of cheesecake with blueberries. And the French Press coffee was awesome. Now for the opportunities. I started out with a smoked Old Fashioned, which about the only good thing I can say about it was it came with a slice of thick bacon, which while tasty, could have definitely benefited from a bit more time being cooked as it was soft and fatty. The drink was weak and lacked much of a bourbon flavor. My entree was the 'Pork, Three Ways'. Which included a large breaded pork cutlet. Unfortunately, it was way underseasoned and needed a good helping of salt. The cutlet came with a sweet corn sauce which was way too underflavored to properly compliment the breaded pork. Piled on top of the cutlet was a mound of Tasso Mack and Cheese. Very dry, no cheese flavor as it tasted only of a mild bechamel sauce. It was totally lacking in tasso or any discernable meat flavor. The whole thing was topped with some bacon 'streusel' which I learned was Iron's fancy word for Bacon-Bits. Moving back to my wife's duck. The waitress, whose presence was benign and sporadic, suggested a pairing of some off-menu Foie Grax. It was tasty, but on a $42 entree, the small one-ounce piece was $31 bucks. The taste was on point. The Value was lacking, and not being informed of the price by our server seemed like a sneaky to build the check. I told our server that I wasn't impressed by my entree, and that I should have ordered the Chipponio, my favorite dish, but I wanted to try something new. She let that go right on by and disappeared once again. All in all, this places Reastraunt Iron on my once-and-done list. I'm sad to say we wasted our 30th anniversary there.

The dinning experience was superb! Service: 5 stars. Our server Danielle Pfeiffer was excellent. Very attentive and prompt. Truffle fries: 5 stars. OMG! It is a nice twist to French fries. Fish of the day: 5 stars. My kid ate it so I guess that speaks for itself :p Tofu Buddha bowl: 5 stars. OMG. I have never had tofu like this before. Crusty/crunchy on the outside and very soft on the inside. DELICIOUS. All the flavours mixed very well and balanced. Every bite of that tofu was awesome!! The plate was missing avocado (chef had none) so maybe it was a good thing. I can't think how the avocado could have elevated this dish anymore. This dish made me happy! Dessert: 4 stars. It was good but for me was not memorable. I kept waiting for something more in terms of palate of flavours.

Iron is one of our favorite restaurants in Pensacola. Always consistent and always an incredible experience. I love this place so much.

Have dined here many times and I hope our experience Friday night was a one off and not the beginning of a decline. Took over an hour and 15 minutes to be served our entree's. Our server did not say anything until about an hour into the delay and, when he did, he said the kitchen was on a "struggle bus". Not what you want hear in a restaurant. Then, when the entree's arrived, we were further disappointed. The redfish, if that what it was, was overcooked with the skin left on. The redfish we have here have a bit of a tough skin so have never seen it served with skin. One in our party had the cobia and, it too, was overcooked. Another in our party had the pork three ways and one the ways was a large pork cutlet deep fried with about half fat. The only bright spot was the lamb neck which was full of flavors. Normally, I would have suggested we send the dishes back but, after the time it took to get the initial entrée's, no way. Our server then delivered the check with a credit for a dessert we didn't order. As we were trying to figure that out, he dropped a piece of Nutella cream pie in the middle of the table (we think right out if the freezer) to thank us for our patience. And, by the way, as he dropped it on the table he said if anybody had a nut allergy they were in for a rough night?? Iron has some work to do before we return.

So if you know anything about the talk of the town in Pensacola, Iron is the stuff the legend. People will plan all year to take their significant others here for a birthday or an anniversary. Better off folks will come here multiple times per year to try out all of their well-planned menu items. You're not gonna come here and not give it five stars. The place is just up the road from the hustle and bustle of the main Downtown Pensacola thoroughfare, away from the party animals and their debauchery, but not too far away for a post-dinner walk down to beautiful Palafox Pier. There are an intimate amount of tables inside. You don't feel crowded when you're seated, which is really nice. There's a grand view of an open kitchen where you can watch all of the chefs doing their thing. So, funny story, I had reservations for a Tuesday night here, but the owner or manager or something called me the week prior and said that where was an issue with a gas pipe or something and that I would have to reschedule for another night that week. He said choose literally any night, any time. He was super apologetic and a really nice guy. I'm not going to go super in depth with my menu items I had here, because you already can't get what I ordered. They change their menu out seasonally, which is the sign of a real deal restaurant. That's like something you see in a real, big city. I love that my little hometown has a place like that now. But it's also kind of a bummer, because now I have to come here literally every time I come to town. For my app, I ordered a "PB&J" Foie Gras. A big chunk of well-seared foie gras was on my place with substantial splats of freshly ground almond butter, a strawberry jam/compote, and a fancy milk shooter to wash it all down. Grabbing a spoon and having fun building my PB&J's on the accompanying toast shards they gave me was a lot of fun, and all the flavors were delicious. I loved this. I got to try their Catch of the Day, which was Tripletail, a hearty, flakey, not too oily fish. The kind of fish that people who don't like fish would like. It was cooked perfectly, of course. It was served with a risotto that was tasty and creamy. A little undercooked, but that's ok. There were accompaniments that I don't remember, I'm sorry. Go look at my pic and trust me that it was good. And my main entree was a Rack of Wild Boar. Four big boar chops with an impeccable sear on their. The flavor was so, so deep and unctuous. I have a new favorite meat. It was served atop sauteed kale and a sweet potato hash. Great flavor combo here. This was a six star dish. For dessert, I got the, get this, Nutella Icebox Pie. Wow. It's as good as you are imagining right now. The deep, rich, dense, coldness of this pie was Nutella heavy, but not too sweet. Well, maybe it was too sweet, but there were large shards of sea salt on top balancing it all out into the best dessert I've had in years. I'm not kidding. Overall, you have to come here. I'm not kidding. I know it's a lot, but it'll be worth it. A lot of high dollar places leave you hungry afterwards with tiny portions. A lot of high dollar places put random dollops of puree on your plate and call it food. This high dollar place will have you satisfied in all ways and you'll be talking about your meal for the rest of the year.

Always a wonderful experience. Staff is very friendly and attentive. My absolute favorite dish is the foie gras however over the years it has gotten smaller and smaller. We also got the gnocchi, spiced duck and scallops. They ran out of the stuffed quail so we opted for the pork roulade. The scallops were a little disappointing. Felt more like an appetizer as it was just tomatoes and scallops. Nothing special. Best dish was definitely the duck.

This was our first time going while we were in town for the weekend. Our server Aries was very attentive and positive and had great recommendations. We had the fried green tomato appetizer which was a great start to the meal. I ordered the skin on redfish special and my husband had the lamb. I am a huge food critic and this was by far one of the best meals I've ever had! We love to travel just to try new food places but we will return, just spectacular. We ordered the Nutella pie to go after reading all of the reviews but I personally didn't care for it.

Eating here was possibly the best dining experience of my life. Everything was perfect, we got a warm reception from the host stand, and then headed to the bar for a drink while our spot at the chefs counter was prepared. We started with the goddess drink that was not only beautiful to look at but was also light and refreshing and wonderful aperitif. The bartender was also very fun and engaging and totally set the tone in the best way. We get to the chefs counter and our server was right there to walk us through the menu. We made a game plan and picked all the dishes we wanted and it was off to the races! I don't know if the food came out super fast or if we were just mesmerized by the kitchen. It was a well oiled machine firing off dishes, the sous calling them out and everyone on the line responding in symmetry. We got the foie gras, the smoked salmon deviled eggs and the truffle butter gnocchi escargot for appetizers and I don't know which one I liked more. The green basil oil was beyond just visually stunning, it was one of my favorite flavors of the dishes. The seared foie gras was so rich, you could definitely tell it was A1 grade. Full of flavor and with a panel of sauces to dip in up and down the plate. I don't usually like escargot but it's my wife's favorite and she was in love with the combination of gnocchi. Then we split the scallops and fries for dinner. More truffle again, it was heavenly, the scallops were that perfect quick sear so they remained super tender on the inside. Rarely does a restaurant have a scallop dish with enough to actually feed you an entree but we got 6 massive scallops! The tomato accompanying was the perfect combination. That delicious green oil, with all the juice from the tomato, we we're this close to asking for a spatula to get every drop off the plate and into our mouths. Absolutely phenomenal meal, I would drive the 3 hours from New Orleans to Pensacola just to come back here.

Food was exceptional and service was great. The ambiance was okay, nothing special. Downtown vibe.

We arrived at 4:25 pm on a Friday and were able to park right out front. The restaurant opens at 4:30 and we quickly realized we were not the only ones with the idea to catch them early. Other couples were in line before the hostess could even open the doors. GOOD SIGN. We were seated promptly though we had no reservation. I could rave about every item. Smoked Old Fashion was served with some of the best bacon ever! Escargot and gnocchi may have been my fave of the night - so buttery, so flavorful! Salmon deviled eggs and the crawfish cream topped ribeye tie for second. Considering myself a wing connoisseur-I don't say lightly that these Frenched flats were in my all time top 5! Mustard marinated lamb ribs deserve an honorable mention. Service by Aries and the whole crew, was top notch. The ambience matched the food, without being pretentious. New favorite spot in Pensacola.

Booked a last minute reservation for a date night. We've heard good things about it from everyone we know that's eaten there. And wow, it didn't disappoint. I ordered the ravioli and my husband got the ribeye. The ravioli may just be the best pasta dish I've ever ordered. The pickled fennel really made the dish for me. I tasted my husbands steak, and my god. I am verrry picky with steak, and have had some excellent cuts of beef. This steak is superior in every way to anything I've had before. The drinks were amazing, and happy hour knocked off a good portion of their cost. Best meal I've had in the 4 years I've been in Pensacola. Will be back to try more.