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  • 4/5 Jamie K. 5 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Atmosphere was great. Tapas were really good but when it came to the wagyu, tell your chef to chill. Way too much peppercorn which ruined the flavor.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lorraine I. 2 years ago on Google
    I celebrated my birthday twice already in this very friendly and amazing restaurant. Me and hubby love to go there. We are always happy and the food is excellent and yummy.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kimber J. 4 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    10 out of 10! The service and atmosphere were amazing but the food stole the show. We had the lamb lollipops, Tempura Asparagus, and the Gooey Spanish chocolate cake with basil ice cream. Absolutely delicious! I will definitely be back soon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matthew M. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a fantastic meal of appetizers and tapas. We went with the scallop dip special (amazing), the savory lobster cheesecake (wonderful), the creamy NOLA BBQ shrimp (delicious) and the lamb lollipops (lil chops, which were better the last time we had them.) We had some excellent wine and cocktails and our server was knowledgeable, quick and friendly. Can't wait to come back with friends or for another special occasion.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Armondo M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great ambiance! Great presentation and the food was very well prepared. This is a chef owned business. Every entré I saw come out smelled and looked amazing. Almost every dish is heavy in dairy however, the chef can prepare on few non-dairy dishes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sam S. 1 year ago on Google
    This is by far the best tasting restaurant in Pensacola that I’ve been to and probably I’ve ever been to. I finally got to try the lamp lollipops, which were seasoned to perfection. But the Israel couscous was out of this world (sorry- took the photo after we dug in). For our entrees, I had the pesto tuna and it was cooked beautifully. The pesto was probably one of the best I’ve ever had. The creamy tomato sauce was heavenly too. I had polenta for the first time and it was everything I had hoped for and more. My husband ordered the NY strip and it was worth every penny (ignore the lamp lollipop bone, I told you the food was delicious!). Service was top notch too. If you haven’t been, make your reservation! 💜
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert H. 1 year ago on Google
    The best food and service I’ve experienced in Pensacola in a very long time. Wonderful waiter, elegant environment, fantastic savory food that will melt your taste buds! Thank you Global Grill staff/chef(s), you made our 21st wedding anniversary experience something extra special!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Blake H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food with amazing atmosphere! We had dinner here this past weekend and it was absolutely delicious. I would recommend making reservations but we totally lucked up and got a table for two walking up on a Friday night. Totally recommend the brussel sprouts for an appetizer. Both of our meals were great but I have to say hat the sauces that were used make the meal fabulous. For sure will be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melissa K. 8 months ago on Google • 145 reviews
    This was our first time dining here. Met with a few friends before attending a local concert. George, our server, was quite attentive as he eloquently conveyed the specials. All of which sounded fabulous. Another server came behind him, making sure all of our drink glasses stayed full, and cleared things away as we emptied our plates. I chose the Lobster Cheesecake 🦞 😋 Delicious!! Mom had their Chili Relleno. She owned 3 Mexican restaurants in California. She said the flavor was spot on! Hubby had New Orleans BBQ 🍤. They were HUGE, tender, and juicy. Cooked to perfection. Mom and I also had their specialty drink... "Community Business District" Cocktail Highly recommend!! The ambiance was elegant, warm, and welcoming. Clean, We're definitely coming back. Everyone (owner Jane and manager Steven) we spoke to was friendly and made us all feel right at home. Almost forgot! We also had Creme Brule`e.

  • 5/5 Prity P. 5 months ago on Google • 114 reviews
    This was our 1st time here! I have always walked by this place a million times, but never tried it assuming I would not like it. We had made reservations and was seated right away. There wasn't much options for vegetarians, but thankful that my friend was willing to be a vegetarian as well, so we tried different plates. Our favorite was the olives and cheese plate! The Brussel sprouts was not exactly what we expected. Our waiter was nice enough to take it off....if you like crispy sprouts then don't order this. Dessert was my favorite. Never would I have thought basil ice cream and chocolate cake would be good together. Make sure to make reservations because the place stays busy. If you are a vegetarian and super hungry, you might want to try a different place. I would highly recommend this place if you want something different, a great environment, something romantic and bougie....

  • 5/5 Joel S. 4 months ago on Google • 73 reviews
    Global Grill is my favorite “fancy” place in town. My girlfriend and I recently went for our anniversary and it was such a good experience. When we wanted to move from the room where the large parties were (it was very noisy) they happily moved us somewhere closer to the bar. The tapas are the best part, I’d even recommend just getting the tapas, as I think they’re more worth it than the entrees. The tuna cubes are probably the best raw tuna I’ve had in Pensacola. The yellowfin tuna is so so good (especially with that sweet potato hay) and the tempura fried asparagus is to die for.

  • 3/5 Sherry B. 3 months ago on Google • 33 reviews New
    After months of recommendations, we finally went for our first time tonight. The space is smallish and feels a bit crowded in areas. Of course, we were in the narrow seating area at the front of the restaurant. The view for the person facing the sidewalk can be nice with the lights along the street, but for the person facing the hostess, not so much. She was on her phone quite a bit. We enjoyed the Southwestern Shrimp Eggroll. My husband got the Triple Threat Seafood platter(?) which he really liked, but felt was pricey for a grouper filet layered with crabmeat and a soft shell crab. I got the filet cooked medium well. It came charred on the outside, which I like but others may not. Although the steak tasted good, it was not tender as I’ve come to expect of a filet. The sauce was very salty and the broccoli stalks were more raw than al dente. We had planned to have carrot cake for dessert, but after waiting 15 minutes for our waiter to come back, we decided to pass. Clearly not a glowing recommendation, but both the restaurant and bar were full and it seemed everybody knew everybody else.

  • 5/5 Richard H. 3 months ago on Google • 24 reviews New
    Tonight marks over 25 years of our Pensacola Symphony and Global Dinners, always a new and wonderful dining experience. Service beyond 5 stars and cuisine to match. The Chef keeps all things new and all things traditional as good as the first time we ordered. Thank you Global.

  • 5/5 Mitzi M. 3 months ago on Google • 18 reviews New
    In Navarre for 7 weeks. Dined here 1/31/24 & 2/27/24. Worth every mile & dollar! One of finest—comparable to the famous multi-sited Capital Grille! FROM the first call to Courtney, who made everything perfect for us and our friend who flew in, by rearranging our reservation on a short notice TO the excellent server, Paige, the dining experience was superb. So, we repeated the experience with Courtney & Paige, and again a “5.” We recommended to 4 friends who went and were ready to return the next day. It’s a long time until January 2025, but we will be at the Global Grill then.

  • 5/5 Kirsty S. 9 months ago on Google • 15 reviews
    My all time favorite place to eat. My husband and I go here a couple times a month and it is always amazing service and the best food. I love how none of the plates match. We always order anything they serve with their grits….there amazing. We also love their filet and carrot cake with pumpkin ice cream. I love a good martini and theirs are the best. I always order the Katrini, with basil and grapefruit. Ask for CJ he is our favorite!!

  • 5/5 Tacie G. 9 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Anyone visiting pcola should check out GlobalGrill if you want great food and great service! This place is absolutely amazing! We had the crab wonton, the fried asparagus, the new York strip and the ribeye. The service was awesome! We will definitely be back!

  • 5/5 Tonja H. 4 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Food was fabulous, the service was good, I will definitely be back

  • 5/5 Jordan S. 4 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Global grill has to be the best restaurant in the panhandle (imo).You can definitely tell this is a chef owned restaurant. As someone who has worked BOH in many kitchens over the last 8 years, it is evident in every bite that the cooks/chefs in the global grill kitchen are extremely talented and care about quality. Everything we ate was so delicious and beautifully plated. This is my new favorite place to eat, I’m sad that I’m just now trying this restaurant for the first time. Mark/Marc delivered spectacular and attentive service as well. There’s not a single bad thing on the menu. The drinks are stellar too, the roman mule is one of the best drinks I’ve ever had!! Well worth every penny.

  • 4/5 Saundra C. 3 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Every year, my son wants to go here for his birthday dinner. I think this year will be our 4th year. It used to be the Melting Pot, but he loves the Global Grill's food so much, our tradition has changed.

  • 5/5 Jordan H. 1 year ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Global grill was amazing! This was my first time dining here, and I was not disappointed! Everything was made to order with fresh ingredients. The tapas were all divine. I hope to be able to visit again soon.

  • 5/5 Sou C. 1 year ago on Google
    We decided to spend the night in Pensacola on our way to New Orleans. We had driven more than nine ours from central Florida. We decided to find a restaurant close to our hotel and walked about five blocks on Palafox st and decided to enter the restaurant without any reference. It was an amazing surprise. We had no reservations but we’re lucky. The receptionist was very friendly and got us a table. We decided to have some tapas and Bob was the best waiter we have ever met: friendly, acknowledgeable, and extremely polite. We had the lollipop lambs (very well cooked and seasoned. The couscous was from heaven. For sure the best I’ve ever had and we would definitely repeat); the scallops were very good too although it’s not my favorite seafood, and we also had the pork tenderloin medallions were perfectly spicy and delicious. We had a bottle of an Argentian Malbec from Mendoza which was also very good and we couldn’t resist the crème brûlée with berries. I definitely recommend and can’t wait to go back soon. Fair price.

  • 5/5 Lana W. 2 years ago on Google
    This is our favorite restaurant to visit in Pensacola when we come over for a concert at the Saenger Theater. It never disappoints. The lamb tapas plate is to die for! We also tried the tuna cubes and they were phenomenal.

  • 5/5 Laura L. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food, but I guess good service is just way too much to ask for - a sign of the times. I'm laid back and have worked the hospitality industry in the past to know how it should be done. Understand staff shortages, but when the server says. I'll just bring you whatever, whenever - I've never heard that, and that's what she did. The first person was finished eating before the third person got their food. Everyone was finished before the fourth person got a tapa special. But luckily we had good company and enjoyed our visit. It is a high-end restaurant and the food is highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Clay F. 2 years ago on Google
    First time visiting Global Grill. Came to celebrate two birthdays. Made reservations and was seated on time. If you want a nice fancy dress up type restaurant this one’s for you! They have a awesome menu full of tapas cold or hot. Nice to order and share with the table the different menu options. They also have nightly specials that are amazing. Our waitress Paige was nothing but wonderful and punctual with anything we asked. Explained all the menu items we had in question, and was prompt with drinks we ordered from the bar. I was craving a steak and just so happen to be on the special for the evening. 12oz center cut wagyu ribeye cook medium rare. Come on a pile of mashed potatoes and steamed veggies! Enough to feed two adults! Was a great first time experience and will definitely be back on any special occasions! Beautiful downtown area to walk around after dinner!

  • 5/5 Kimberly W. 2 years ago on Google
    Meant to take more photos of our food, but got distracted by how delicious everything was! The atmosphere was great; service was awesome. We had CJ who was very informative, friendly, and helpful. Can't wait to go back!

  • 4/5 J A. 1 year ago on Google
    Got to say best place to eat in pensacola. Staff is attentive and anticipate guest needs. food is well prepared and presentation is excellent. Watch for the up-charge on large cubes for bourbon, 1$. Are you kidding me? With the amount of money we spent for an exceptional dinner, this is insulting and trivial. Silly charges like this makes this a reason to not come back.

  • 5/5 Mariah W. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Food in Pensacola Hands Down. My husband gave me a dinner to this place as a Christmas present and the food was absolutely amazing. The environment is a little loud at times which can contribute to a chaotic feeling but that is the feeling of most of downtown so that isn't a surprise (it just is what it is). Went for the food and absolutely wasn't disappointed. Staff was knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. I would absolutely pay the money for this place again.

  • 5/5 Frederick P. 9 months ago on Google
    Always love this place and Jen our server made it even more special. Great place

  • 5/5 Yvette Y. 8 months ago on Google
    We loved our experience there and getting to know Jen was such a special treat! What a gem you have in her!! The food was excellent and the chef was so helpful with our dietary restrictions! We loved the front room area - cozy and unique! We will definitely be back and look forward to catching up with Jen❤️!!

  • 5/5 Paul P. 6 months ago on Google
    Let's start with the lamb lollipops, get them, you will never be disappointed. They have a home made worcestershire for their steak, which doesn't need it, but it's just delicious. The fried asparagus with whatever sauce they put on it was drinkable. If you're in Pensacola go here

  • 5/5 Marie S. 6 months ago on Google
    Wow this place did not disappoint! Our best meal this trip. It was recommended by everyone we asked. Bob was a fabulous server. Epic from start to finish. We are from Las Vegas and all in the service industry. All of us can be quite critical but this was the best. It will be 1st on our list when we return!

  • 5/5 Mary L. 1 year ago on Google
    I have traveled thoughout the continental us and several countries. This is one of my top ten restaurants. Hands down. Always a delightful experience from appetizer to dessert. Plus, presentation is perfection.

  • 5/5 Shakera W. 4 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    I had the most amazing experience at this restaurant. The ambiance was so beautiful and the service and food were top-notch! Eric, our server was very informative and was able to give us suggestions on the food and drinks. He made us feel welcomed, which made my birthday even more special!


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  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Paid multi-storey car park
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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