Cajun Restaurants in Pensacola, FL

“Had a marvelous Cajun lunch date this week here at Broussard's on a beautiful day. We did not know they had just reopened in August, and so glad that they are open again! The very best gumbo and fish and cheese grits, hands down, in the Pensacola area. And, the best sweet potato bread pudding (we ate it so fast, I only got a photo after it was gone)! Just Wow! Broussard's has been around for a long time. And with all the old and new restaurants in town serving similar dishes, this hidden gem next to McGuire's really outshines them all. Thank you for the excellent service, Elena, and compliments to the chef!! Highly recommend!“

“IF U NEED A SAMPLING OF NAWLINS THEN COME HERE! Raw Oysters 🦪 on Happy Hour, Dirt Martinis 🍸 get the NOLA SAMPLER, Bo and Kaitlyn was excellent host and server for our party of 14! Boudin Balls spice perfectly! Seafood Platter and salad was fresh and melt in mouth. Roumelade sauce tasted authentic.“

“Restaurant Iron has long been our go-to destination in downtown Pensacola. Its intimate ambiance, dedicated upscale menu, and consistent quality made it stand out above any other establishment in the area. We’ve brought out-of-town guests to showcase the richness of the local cuisine, always confident that the experience—from the first cocktail to the last bite of Nutella or raspberry ganache pie—would impress. Our typical order was a ritual: shareable truffle fries, a perfectly cooked ribeye (always photo-worthy), and a decadent dessert to close. These elements, paired with the cozy atmosphere, were what made Iron so special. Unfortunately, our most recent visit on May 9 was deeply disappointing. Despite the torrential downpour, we didn’t think twice about keeping our reservation. But upon arrival, we were met with an entirely different experience. The menu, which now features sliders and sandwich-style dishes, felt more suited for a casual lunch spot than the refined dining experience we had come to love. Several signature dishes were removed, and the new offerings didn’t align with the elevated identity Iron once upheld. Even the menu design itself no longer reflects the restaurant’s original charm. Service also fell short of expectations. We were served the wrong salad, and the correct one arrived without dressing. Dessert—though eventually comped—took an unexpectedly long time to be served, rounding out an already lackluster evening. We truly hope this is a temporary shift. Restaurant Iron was once our top choice for special occasions and recommendations. But based on our last visit, we no longer feel confident choosing it for a date night or referring friends and family. Please reconsider restoring the signature dishes and experience that made Iron exceptional.“

“The food and service were great. Friendly people and the burger was amazing“

“This place is worth a try! Great customer service, super friendly and patient while we were figuring out what we want. The food was out quickly and it is absolutely delicious! So much flavor and these po’boys are packed full! We will definitely be back *we got the cheeseburger po’boy, oyster po’boy and who dat po’boy with pineapple lemonade“

“Food was amazing!!! Was recommended by a friend so we wanted to try a few different things. The wings were top notch! Egg rolls delicious! Vermicelli…I practically licked the bowl clean it was so good! Sticky rice out of this world! All the teas yummy!! You have to try it!“

“This is a great spot. I ordered the green goat and it was probably the best quesadilla ive ever had. They have a really diverse and interesting menu with lots of vegetarian friendly options

Vegetarian options: Great vegetarian selection“

“Service is always fast and friendly, the food is prepared to perfection, whoever’s in the back making it happen is making it happen! Definitely recommend.“

“This place and staff personnel is awesome I enjoy myself everytime we go! Check it out!“

“great food and beautiful scenery“