This is such a fun place to visit with a group to celebrate! The food was very good, and came…read moreeither delicious sauces. I loved the performances, but sometimes it felt a little rushed and like there wasn't time to just enjoy the moment. Some chefs were definitely more enthusiastic than others. They do charge you $10 extra if you are celebrating a birthday, so we ended up not telling them about our friend's birthday and just had our own celebration after.

I saw the big boba flag outside this food truck so I had to test it out. Unfortunately, this one…read morewasn't it. It was a Japanese habachi truck, with boba tacked on. Very limited boba menu was a result of this. The milk tea equivalent was a tea latte, which was just tea and milk. I don't really like just tea and milk, I prefer milk tea creamer. I ended up going with the Thai tea with boba, hoping it would be better. We also ordered a side order of noodles. The noodles were good, 4.5 rating for them, but I only review boba. The Thai tea that I ordered was 50% sweet, and I wish I had gotten 75%, as it wasn't quite sweet enough. My bad on that one. The bobas were not tapioca pearls, they were a from of crystal bobas or agar bobas. Misleading in that regard. I couldn't finish the drink, it wasn't good enough. The food seems fine, so don't take this low review as criticism for that. Edit: this review is for the food truck of the same name.

Best Hawaiian style Poke Bowls in a 50 mile radius! No joke,…read morethe most legit poke bowls with fresh tuna, avocados, and they actually have Poke Sauce. The couple in the Pensacola area don't hold even compare to this spot. Love it!! Come to Cordova Park / Cordova Mall area please!!

This being a poke place, I didn't have high expectations for the boba. However, I was pleasantly…read moresurprised! I got the house milk tea with boba 75% sweet, and it's actually decent! The bobas are pretty good quality, and actually sweetened unlike some places around here. The tea was also decent quality. The interior was pretty good, I like the couches. They had an ordering kiosk, which is rare around here. It was empty when I went, so the service was quick.

I think this is the best sushi in Pensacola. The nigiri is expensive but good quality. The roll…read morewith the jalapeño, Fort Pickens is by far the best roll I've ever had. The omakase was a huge miss. Service is hit or miss depending on who you get. The only point I took away was for service and omakase. This place is super small, so I'd make a reservation. It's attached to the Hilton on the second floor. Perfect spot for a date night or dinner with friends. I've even seen people eat solo here too!

Great sushi place!!!!…read more Really surprised to find such an upscale sushi restaurant in a Hilton and on the beach. Food was fantastic! Don't expect the usual sushi choices - there are no California rolls and Rainbow rolls here. The chef does some creative things, however and you will be impressed. Highly recommend!!

The Sushi was delicious. We ordered 4 rolls. All requests were honored. The Dinosaur Eggs were so…read morewell done- the avocado is sliced super thin and surrounds a sea of imitation crab-ponzu sauce on top. California Roll was traditional with avocado-crab stick and veggies rolled in nori and sushi rice, the Godzilla Roll was a fried roll -I requested soy paper and filled with deliciousness. The favorite choice was the Rainbow Naruto Roll- extremely fresh fish selections wrapped in cucumber. My dining partner said he could eat it daily it was so light and clean tasting!

This place is so underrated!! It's a clean and perfectly decorated little sushi place! They have…read morehappy hour specials during the week for 3 rolls for $13.99 and buy a 2nd beer for $1. Idk how it wasn't packed! We got 3 rolls: spicy scalllop, eel avocado, and Miami roll. All soooo good! It came with 6 rolls each. It was filling for 2 people. They also have a party area for bigger groups. It's located near GBHS, tucked away. It's such a hidden gem! Come to this place! You won't regret it!

Great dinner and atmosphere. A very good experience. Only suggestion is let me wait at the bar…read morenext time until my table is available.

Ian was a fabulous server!!! Great attitude and knowledge. Food and atmosphere was great as always.read more

We went multiple times during our stay in Florida. Jeru and John H were both so amazing! Jeru was…read moreso warm, welcoming, and friendly. John H was also very welcoming and friendly but he was also very funny. We went 4 times during our stay at a hotel on the beach. We tried many items on their menu.

Genevieve was absolutely amazing! Will definitely be back! Excellent food, and excellent service…read moreand excellent experience.

Great food. Never had a bad meal there. Good Service. Ambience was OK but very noisy. We had a…read moretable of 10 with a birthday and couldn't hear each other speak. They did the best they could.

No review could really encapsulate how incredible our experience was at The Grand Marlin! Our…read moreserver Ryan was just top notch- super friendly and went above and beyond for us to help us celebrate multiple birthdays and an anniversary in our party. Additionally, the live music on the covered patio was a great touch. Loved how the vibes here were more than just another touristy seafood spot on the beach. Now for the food- everything was absolutely incredible. They print their menus daily to ensure it's up to date with their fresh catches. We started with the crab claws and BBQ oysters, which were both so flavorful and perfect appetizer. The garlic butter from the crab claws was so good I could have drank it straight from the dish. For mains: The special they had when we went last Friday was tilefish with grits, brussel sprouts, and fried shrimp and it was a must (2/6 at our table got this). Another big hit was the grouper piccata- this is another must get, and what the local in our party gets everytime she comes. The whipped potatoes are just delicious. Other dishes we got were the filet mignon and honey wasabi yellowfin tuna. You truly can't go wrong with anything on the menu! In the words of our server.. "chef could prepare a shoe and I'd eat it!" To finish the night, we had the key lime pie & the signature praline basket (with a brownie). Both desserts were, you guessed it, amazing. The key lime pie enthusiast at our table said it was the best he's ever had. The Grand Marlin will be seeing me again next time I'm in town!!

Lovely atmosphere and outstanding service. This was our 4th visit and my husband tried the steak…read more He usually gets grilled salmon. He enjoyed the steak as much as the salmon. I had the Bloxi sushi which was delicious. My son had a poke ball and said the flavors were great. We also tried the hot ginger tea. Yum yum . We had an avocado appetizer that was warm.with shrimp and scallops. Very good. And a piece of turtle cheesecake was gifted to me to celebrate my birthday. We'll be back.

Here is the completed review with your additional details incorporated:…read more I recently visited **Kalbi Ichiban** in Pensacola, Florida, located in the area of town where I grew up. It was good to return to familiar surroundings and find a restaurant offering a different dining experience. The interior is attractive, clean, and inviting. The restaurant also offers Korean barbecue, with tabletop grills built into several booths. It is a nice option for families, groups, or anyone interested in a more interactive meal. I went specifically looking for authentic Korean food. Having experienced Bulgogi while serving in Korea, it quickly became one of my favorite dishes. Most chain restaurants do not do the dish particularly well, so I decided to give Kalbi Ichiban's version a try. My waiter, **Carson**, was attentive, friendly, and provided excellent service throughout the meal. He checked on me regularly without being intrusive and made the overall experience even better. Carson receives five stars from me. The meal came with Bulgogi, rice, and a choice of soup or salad. I selected fried rice and started with the hot and sour soup. I also ordered a side of kimchi because, in my opinion, a Korean meal is not complete without it. The hot and sour soup was excellent. It had great flavor, was well prepared, and was easily one of the highlights of the meal. The fried rice was good, although nothing about it particularly stood out. The Bulgogi was tender and very flavorful, but it was wetter than traditional Bulgogi. Authentic Bulgogi is normally much drier, with the marinade cooked into the meat rather than leaving it with a gravy-like consistency. Even with that difference, the flavor was enjoyable. The kimchi was also very good and added the right touch to the meal. Interestingly, the hot and sour soup was spicier than the kimchi. However, different regions of Korea prepare kimchi in different ways, so the level of heat and flavor can vary considerably. Overall, I was pleased with the meal and would rate the food **8.5 out of 10**. After adding a couple of cocktails, I was also pleasantly surprised by how reasonable the final bill was. I would rate the restaurant **two dollar signs out of five for price**, making it a good value for the quality of the food, service, and atmosphere. Kalbi Ichiban may not serve Bulgogi exactly as I remember it from Korea, but it delivered a flavorful and satisfying meal. Combined with Carson's excellent service, the inviting atmosphere, and reasonable prices, it was an enjoyable dining experience and a restaurant I would visit again.

A hidden gem of a find just outside downtown. Dharma Blue is also a regularly visited spot for the…read morelocals. My favorite thing about Pensacola is the readily available fresh seafood. I'm in heaven every time I'm here. Please note you have to call to make reservations. We booked a late reservation out on the front patio. The neighborhood is quite charming. I enjoyed one of the signature cocktails and watched the world go by. The wine and cocktail list are well curated pairing well with a sushi date or the seafood menu. Thomas was our server for the evening. He was professional and friendly. He made excellent suggestions which made for an enjoyable experience. Dharma offers an extensive sushi menu. They have the standard fare along with some specialty rolls. The standard sushi appetizers including miso soup and edamame, along with ginger salad and seaweed salad. The appetizer list is an eclectic mix of delicious dishes. We opted for the pork belly and this was quite possibly the most interesting interpretation I've ever had. Rich tender pork belly served in a ginger coconut sauce. It was absolutely delicious. For mains the catch of the day was Cobia. This was my first time eating this particular fish. I went with the semolina crusted with basmati rice and creamed spinach. The fish was meaty, flaky, and tender. The rice had an essence of coconut and the spinach was perfectly cooked. The cheeseburger was also very good. A thick juicy patty on a hearty brioche bun. The meal was lovely, the service warm and hospitable, and the ambiance was relaxing. I couldn't have asked for a more perfect summer evening.

Wonderful restaurant in a nice part of Pensacola, highly recommend. The sushi was all very high…read morequality, though we did not try the other dinner menu. Highly recommend the key lime pie for dessert. I will say the service was a little slow, I chalk this up to how busy the restaurant is during dinner time. Our waitress was very polite and attentive when she did make her rounds

Stopped by after seeing the giant shrimp sign and grabbed some goodies. It's very loud and crowded,…read morebut well organized and fast. We pulled a number and got some steamed shrimp to take home, sooo delish! The sweetest lady was handing out numbers and patiently explained the whole process. There was also a police officer with her who was also very helpful. They seemed to have every type of seafood I could think. One of my fav stops on our trip to Pensacola!

Great seafood selection and great prices! If you're looking for fresh seafood, this place is…read moredefinitely worth checking out. Unfortunately, we got the one employee who seemed to have missed the "customer service" part of the job. Everyone else appeared friendly and eager to help, but she acted like answering questions was a personal inconvenience. The real adventure started when I asked for three 2-pound bags of shrimp. You would've thought I had asked her to solve a calculus equation. The confusion was so intense I was genuinely concerned her brain might overheat trying to do 3 × 2. Thankfully, the quality of the seafood and the prices made up for the less-than-stellar service. Hopefully next time we'll get one of the employees who actually enjoys helping customers!