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Restaurant IRON, Pensacola, FL

Restaurant IRON

4.9
4.9
2868 Reviews
$31 to $50
Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
Executive Chef, Alex McPhail has returned to his hometown after 6 years studying under some of the finest chefs in the industry in New Orleans. Taking culinary tips he picked up at Commander’s Palace, Restaurant August & the Roosevelt Hotel, Alex has created a dining environment unlike any other nearby.
Restaurant IRON serves Southern contemporary cuisine fueled by local vegetables and herbs from the creative minds of true Southerners. We aim to bring together fresh local and regional specialties with the finest flavors and ingredients to deliver a dining experience you won't soon forget.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (850) 476-7776
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alex McPhail
  • Neighborhood
    Pensacola
  • Cross street
    Garden Street
  • Parking details
    Feel free to use the parking on North Palafox St directly in front of the restaurant. Should you need additional parking, there is space available a block north on Palafox as well.
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,868 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Northwest Florida

    Best Overall

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Food

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Service

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Value

  • Northwest Florida

    Innovative

  • Northwest Florida

    Hot spot

  • Northwest Florida

    Great for fine wines

  • Northwest Florida

    Most Booked

  • Pensacola

    Best Overall

  • Pensacola

    Best Food

  • Pensacola

    Best Service

  • Pensacola

    Best Ambiance

  • Pensacola

    Best Value

  • Pensacola

    Neighborhood gem

  • Pensacola

    Great for fine wines

  • Pensacola

    Romantic

  • Pensacola

    Good for special occasions

  • Pensacola

    Lively

  • Pensacola

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Restaurant IRON in Pensacola is celebrated for its "amazing food" and "top-notch service." Diners praise the diverse and creative menu, which includes standout dishes like truffle fries and Nutella icebox pie. Guests enjoy an "elevated and delicious experience" with "fantastic cocktails" and a "fun dining atmosphere," making it a must-visit spot.

2,868 Reviews
  1. Branden

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. The drinks were fantastic. Will definitely go back.

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  2. James

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite restaurants in Pensacola. Always outstanding food and service. I highly recommend this little gem.

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  3. Brooke

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. I highly recommend the truffle fries for an app and the filet for the main course. Steak was good to my preference and the black garlic butter was an excellent addition.

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  4. Joshua

    Mobile

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just had an unforgettable meal at Restaurant IRON—every bite was perfection. We started with the Hatch chile croquettes, featuring Shelburne aged cheddar, pickled okra, and habanero pepper jelly, offering the perfect balance of heat, richness, and acidity. Next was the foie gras ‘PB & J’, a luxurious twist on a classic with almond butter, strawberry jam, basil sauce, balsamic, and cinnamon milk punch on craft bakery toast—crisp, creamy, and decadent. With our appetizers, we enjoyed two fantastic drinks: the King Cake Whiskey Sour, made with king cake-infused bourbon, lemon, and egg white, dusted with festive Mardi Gras sugar, and the Pink Skies, a vibrant mocktail of raspberries, pineapple shrub, vanilla, and lime—perfectly balanced between sweet and tart. For the entrée, I had the elk rack, cooked rare and incredibly tender, paired with cognac crawfish cream, mashed potatoes, and crisp asparagus. The seared lamb loin was another standout, with mint-pea purée, dill, pomegranate arils, lemon-infused couscous, and sautéed beech mushrooms, creating the perfect harmony of brightness and depth. With her entrée, my wife had the Night Moves, a bourbon-based cocktail with Cynar, rosemary, lime, and pomegranate, elegantly garnished with a dark flower. I had the Perfect Pear, a non-alcoholic spiced pear shrub with lime and bitters—like an upscale pear soda. For dessert, we indulged in the icebox Nutella pie, featuring Nutella cremeux, a toasted pretzel crust, caramel sauce, and Maldon Sea Salt. My wife’s espresso martini was a revelation, made with Iron Blend-infused spirit, roasted chicory, Heirloom Pineapple Amaro, and cream, delivering robust coffee flavor with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel. This meal was an experience—one I’d gladly relive. If you haven’t been to Restaurant IRON yet, go. Now.

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  5. Katie

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time was a hit! Amazing dinner and cocktails and a fun dining experience watching the kitchen in action from the counter. We left and went to our event and came back after for dessert! The Nutella icebox pie was insanely good. The staff was very knowledgeable all the dishes and made excellent recommendations! Can’t wait to come back again!

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  6. Todd

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fine dining without being pretentious. Highly recommended.

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  7. dan

    Alabama

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1st time. Great place to eat. Exceptional food. Could easily spend $100 per person. Chances are we will be back for special occasions.

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  8. Logan

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was incredible! It’s rare that we don’t come home with leftovers- there wasn’t a scrap left over! The drinks, food, and service were all top notch! Will certainly be back soon!

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  9. Amber

    VIP

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always I loved the food and service. This was the first time trying the 'First Dibs' menu, and I highly recommend anyone getting this. It's offered from 4:30-5:30 pm, 3 course sharable meal, with optional wine pairing. We got a seasonal appetizer and the Elk Rack as a second main dish, absolutely amazing. Might make this a monthly reoccurrence.

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  10. Mary

    Austin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and our server was great!! Highly recommend!!

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Restaurant IRON is rated 4.9 stars by 2868 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Restaurant IRON

22 N Palafox Street, Pensacola, FL 32502

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Garden Street
  • Neighborhood
    Pensacola
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Feel free to use the parking on North Palafox St directly in front of the restaurant. Should you need additional parking, there is space available a block north on Palafox as well.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alex McPhail
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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