Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Northwest Florida
  4. Pensacola
  5. Pensacola
Restaurant IRON, Pensacola, FL

Restaurant IRON

4.9
4.9
2832 Reviews
$31 to $50
Regional American (Southern)

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Great for creative cocktails
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
    Regional American (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
  • Website
    http://www.restaurantiron.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Alex McPhail
  • Location
    22 N Palafox Street, Pensacola, FL 32502
  • Neighbourhood
    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

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 2,832 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Overall

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Food

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Service

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Value

  • Northwest Florida

    Innovative

  • Northwest Florida

    Great for fine wines

  • Northwest Florida

    Most Booked

  • Pensacola

    Best Overall

  • Pensacola

    Best Food

  • Pensacola

    Best Service

  • Pensacola

    Best Ambience

  • Pensacola

    Best Value

  • Pensacola

    Good for special occasions

  • Pensacola

    Lively

  • Pensacola

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Restaurant IRON in Pensacola shines with its "consistently excellent" food and a "distinct tasteful menu." Diners rave about the "amazing" service and "superior flavors." The seasonal, farm-to-table menu offers innovative dishes and a great cocktail program. Guests enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for special occasions or a unique dining experience.

2,832 Reviews

  1. Tara

    VIP

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow, where do I even begin? We’ve dined here a couple of times before, and each experience has been incredible, but dining on New Year’s Eve was truly a masterpiece. I’m honestly at a loss for words to describe just how extraordinary the evening was. Every dish was a work of art—flawlessly prepared, perfectly timed, and bursting with flavor. It was like the entire evening was a symphony, with each course building on the last in a beautiful crescendo. From the ambiance to the service, everything was impeccable. This wasn’t just dinner; it was an experience I’ll never forget. If you’re looking for a dining experience that goes beyond expectations, this is it. Bravo to the team for delivering an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Can’t wait to return! #DiningMasterpiece #NewYearsEvePerfection

    Is this helpful?

  2. Mitch

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dinner! Service was wonderful. Loved it!

    Is this helpful?

  3. deb

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent cocktails and food. It is clear the chef provided a cut above culinary experience.

    Is this helpful?

  4. James

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An incredible dining experience, sitting at the Chef's Table. We ordered the December First Dibs Menu that included wine pairings for each course. Everything from our pre-dinner Smoked Old Fashioneds to our after-dinner Irish Coffees was perfection. A very special meal.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Charles-André

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was beyond mediocre considering nearly $200 was spent. As a food critic based in NYC, this would easily be the worst value for a meal imaginable in NYC. The duck was hard to eat and the puree completely overpowered it. The lamb was beyond chewy and the other half of the plate filled with purée was unnecessary. The amount of truffle fries were by no means necessary, in fact quite wasteful. That being said, the gnocchi and escargot was actually quite creative and experimental. I quite enjoyed that, which is a shame as it was followed by 3 disappointing plates.
    Restaurant IRONResponded 2 days ago
    We appreciate you letting us know about your experience with us, Charles-André. We are sad to hear that your experience was upsetting. It is a shame that we fell short on execution with the dishes that you ordered. We will be sure to share your feedback with our team, and we will be reaching out to you directly.

    Is this helpful?

  6. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Made the experience great by accommodating. Food was awesome.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Jaime

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from start to finish was excellent. Loved every bite- service was top notch.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Ginger

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place! Delicious food and a great atmosphere.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Tobi

    VIP

    Indiana

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our second time visiting. We sat at the (drink) bar. Nice spot instead of the outside table we had reserved (too cold). The hostess made the suggestion as an option to switch seat locations when we checked in which we appreciated. We had a couple of drinks, cheese plate, duck & pork chop entrees, a piece of icebox pie, and after dinner drinks. The value was very good for the qualify of food and drinks. The bartenders were pleasant and busy. The cheese plate was generously sized and pork chop was very hearty. Not a lot of duck for entree but tons of Brussel sprouts. We would go back any time. Treat yourself and give it a try.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Johnny

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We sat at the counter and truly enjoyed. Hunter was a excellent server in all ways. Bravo to the staff.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Restaurant IRON is rated 4.9 stars by 2832 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Restaurant IRON

22 N Palafox Street, Pensacola, FL 32502

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Garden Street
  • Neighbourhood
    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
    Regional American (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
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Open for Business Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo