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Jackson’s Steakhouse: Prime Cuts

May 16, 2012 By

If you feel the need to indulge in some grain-fed prime beef, head on over to Jackson’s Steakhouse. This upscale dining establishment serves only Midwestern aged beef from the heartland. Porterhouse, Rib-eye, Filet Mignon, and New York Strip are all here, with deep dish sides like grilled asparagus, cheddar cheese grits, 3-cheese macaroni, and scalloped potatoes. Also featured is an assortment of seafood entrees, including Maine Lobster, Seared Tuna, and Open-Fired Salmon. Weekly specials offer great deals like Prime Time Tuesdays, where you can feast on prime rib and two sides for just $20. Attentive service, an elegant ambiance, and tasty food make this a nice choice for a special lunch or dinner. 

400 S. Palafox Street
Pensacola, FL 32502
(850) 469-9898

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The Fish House: Home of Great Seafood in Pensacola

April 17, 2012 By

Just a hop-skip away from historic Seville Square, The Fish House is your upscale go-to spot for waterfront dining looking out over Pensacola Bay and Seville Harbor. Fresh seafood is the menu’s focal point alongside steaks, chicken, and the signature dish, the ‘world famous’ Grits A Ya Ya, a hearty concoction of sautéed Gulf shrimp, Portobello mushrooms, bacon, garlic, shallots, spinach, and fresh cream, heaped atop of pile of cheese grits. A full bar features their specialty drink the Fish House Punch, a blend of rum, triple sec, pineapple, orange, and cranberry juice. The wine list boasts over 300 varieties. Open seven days for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

600 S. Barracks Street
Pensacola, FL 32502
(850) 470-0003
 
 

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Blue Dot Barbeque: A Pensacola Tradition

April 10, 2012 By

“Best dang burger in the world, if not the universe.” So say the fans of Blue Dot Barbeque. It’s a funky little hole in the wall tucked away in a blue building with no sign, no menu, no frills and a whole lotta character. In business for over 50 years, the place's Blue Dot burger has become a beloved fixture on the Pensacola dining scene for those lucky enough to know about it. They specialize in three things and three things only, freshly grilled burgers, ribs and rib sandwiches. The owner takes orders at the sit down counter, remembering dozens at a time without writing them down. Burgers come with a special mustard sauce, lettuce and tomato – nothing else, so don’t bother asking for ketchup! Bring cash. Open at 11:30 until Blue Dot runs out of burgers and ribs.

310 N. De Villiers Street
Pensacola, FL 32501
(850) 432-0644
 

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Global Grill: World of Food

March 20, 2012 By

At Global Grill you’ll enjoy some of the best tapas on offer in Pensacola. Tapas are a Spanish finger-food nearly always accompanied with wine. They’re designed to keep you from being hungry and give you food for thought and conversation shared with friends. At Global Grill, you can count on great flavors in these bite-sized delicacies, served in a casual environment with an upscale feel. The waitstaff gets rave reviews for their authoritative knowledge of the menu. This is a great place to take guests visiting from out of town, and can be a perfect setting for anything from a romantic dinner to a comfortable family meal. Be sure to make reservations so you won't spend time waiting outside.

Global Grill
27 S. Palafox Place
Pensacola, FL 32501
(850) 469-9966

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The Drowsy Poet Coffee Company: Get Caffeinated

February 21, 2012 By

The Drowsy Poet Coffee Company is a busy café in Pensacola. If carefully-made coffee is your thing, you can count on being satisfied with a brew made from hand-crafted roast beans prepared on site. The list of coffees at Drowsy Poet is constantly expanding, too. (Seasonal favorites can be viewed on the Drowsy Poet website’s “Coffees” product tab, if you’re curious.) What’s more, the Drowsy Poet seeks to purchase Fair Market Trade and other environmentally responsible products. The setting is welcoming and comfortable, with plenty of room for those hoping to settle in for a work session. The house coffee cake is great too, when paired with the well-loved coffee. Particularly recommended is the Poetchino, a frozen beverage with a light coffee flavor. Service here is friendly and attentive and the literary twist takes more than just the name of the shop: the theme drives the art as well as the names of drinks.

The Drowsy Poet Coffee Company
86 Brent Lane
Pensacola, FL 32503
(850) 696-2887
 

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Jasmine Thai: Destin’s Thai Destination

January 24, 2012 By

Jasmine Thai is a Destin restaurant that caters to your tastes with great prices and authentic flavors. For example, their curry selection is outstanding, offering green curry, red curry, panang curry, massaman curry, and yellow curry. The typical curries can be prepared with your meat of choice or veggies too, and promise to deliver authentic Thai flavors like sweet basil, coconut milk, and tasty bell peppers. If you’re more of a noodle person, there are a plethora of choices ranging from pad thai with bean sprouts and crushed peanuts, pad pak with sautéed vegetables, pad himalai with a mushoom and cashew flair, or others. And of course, there are classics such as vegetable fried rice, or deep-fried or soft tofu mixed with peanut sauce and served on steaming veggies.

Jasmine Thai
4424 Commons Drive E.
Unit 3C
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 269-0185

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Hog’s Breath Saloon: Dinner, Drinks, and Fun

January 12, 2012 By

Hog’s Breath in Destin offers you a great place to have a fun time surrounded by kindred laid-back spirits indulging in tasty drinks and food. Treats like a blackened mahi sandwich, wings, burgers, and smoked turkey sandwiches are among the meals on offer and you can rely on the fast and friendly service to keep things moving, whether you're drinking or dining. Another popular dish is the shrimp basket with fries, hush puppies and cole slaw. Patrons report respectable portion sizes and yummy sweet tea, too. Hog’s Breath is an active organizer of community events, sponsoring 5K runs, a tequila taste off, and other activities. Apparel from Hog’s Breath is popular, too: you can buy T-shirts from its huge Hog shop for yourself or for that special someone.

Hog’s Breath Saloon
541 Harbor Boulevard
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 837-5991

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The Happy Pig Café

December 8, 2011 By

Head to Pensacola’s historic district to experience The Happy Pig Café. One of Florida’s finest barbecue joints, The Happy Pig also serves seafood, fresh side dishes, and tasty baked breads. The sauces to spice up the cooking range from Alabama white sauce and South Carolina yellow to vinegar-based toppings as well as spicy tomato-based tastiness. Side dishes on offer are no slouches, either: the broccoli salad gets positive reviews, in spite of the vegetable’s typical unpopularity. Pulled pork seems to get the most attention, and the portions are generous so you don’t have to worry about the quantity when you know the quality’s good. You may have to be patient and a bit creative when it comes to ordering your meal or finding your barbecue sauces, though – if they don’t come to you, be prepared to go to them. Indoor-outdoor seating makes The Happy Pig a good choice in any season!

The Happy Pig Café
200 South Alcaniz Street
Pensacola, FL 32502

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Fat Clemenza’s: Taste of Italy

November 15, 2011 By

Fat Clemenza’s provides the Destin area with great neighborhood Italian food that will satisfy your craving for delicious dinners made with the best ingredients around. Olive oils, fresh tomatoes and pasta, flour from Naples, and imported sausage from Chicago all are carefully selected, and this selectivity is reflected in the quality of the food. Fat Clemenza’s prioritizes recipe quality and consistency, and also offers daily specials written on the blackboard to help you plan for a happy return. The pizza is fantastic, of course. Other highlights include the spaghetti Bolognese, the garlic bread, and the bustling, happy atmosphere in a friendly place that fills up fast. In a time when chain Italian restaurants are cropping up everywhere, an authentic family-owned business that prides itself on reliability and quality of flavors is something to treasure. Check out Fat Clemenza’s!

Fat Clemenza’s
12273 US Highway 98
Destin, FL 32550
(850) 650-5980

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Cuvee Bistro: Foodie Haven

October 20, 2011 By

Cuvee Bistro is a hospitable, friendly restaurant and bar in Destin where you can get a delicious and filling meal. Hearty meals featuring Yukon gold potatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and mushrooms will keep you satisfied and the friendly and reliable service will make your dinner a pleasant one. The bar scene is enjoyable and groups as well as foodies can settle down and find a place to belong at Cuvee. Some say the service can be just so-so, but the food typically has outstanding ratings and the atmosphere helps smooth out your experience any way you go. All this — in addition to its notable wine list — has made Cuvee Bistro something of a hot spot!

Cuvee Bistro
36120 Emerald Coast Parkway
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 650-8900

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