Mayoury Kounlavong
We had the Omakase (5 course meal plus dessert) and added the Hickory Smoked Tuna. The best fine dining experience ever! Sara G. was beyond exceptional! She was very attentive and took her time to explain everything to us. The food was amazing! We enjoyed everything. You definitely have to go hungry! It is pricey but totally worth it. **you can skip to the next course and they will box everything up for you if you cannot finish it all** We went in the evening so didn’t get to see the view but the interior was beautiful and the chairs were so comfortable! (Located inside the Hilton Pensacola Hotel on the 2nd floor) Definitely recommend!
… moreJowenakris Sarmiento
The service was okay we came today for our anniversary and the server was nice she did good with the wine selection. But the food wasn’t that great for its price. My husband got a tuna tartare but it just tastes like lemon and the portion is so small. We both got ramen and we didn’t expect it to have a clear broth, I got the lobster tail ramen and it was mediocre the lobster was actually over cooked too. My husband got a sea scallops also the only thing he likes was the scallops we also got the cream brûlée which my husband loves but the rest was not what we expect and the ramen was bland. Also I think it was the manager he was wearing a Hawaiian button down shirt color mint green. He went to check on all the customers they have but except us he even went to the next table but didn’t bother to check on us. I mean it’s fine but it feels like we didn’t belong in there. Maybe because we don’t look like people that can afford to eat in the restaurant.
… moresean yarbrough
11/10 customer service both times we have been. Just had our 5 year anniversary here and the waiter knowledge and food/drinks were above and beyond. Staff went above and beyond with a signed card for us and amazing food. Can’t recommend bonsai enough, the best sushi and ramen period.
… moreSammie Tandy
I loved my experience here! I had Christina as my server and she took care of every question and need. I started with the crispy rice with spicy tuna on top and the chef, Mark, even came out to help me make the tough decision of what to get—pork belly and scallop ramen which I slurped down and had plenty of pork belly to take home with me. The small atmosphere made it feel like a private dining experience! It’s like Pensacola’s own tiny Nobu on the beach!! 10/10
… moreMark Concannon
Wow! Omakase in Pensacola done amazingly! You need to hunt a little to find the restaurant hidden on the second floor of the Hilton, but you will be well rewarded. Delicious sushi presented impeccably and with obvious care. And their sake selection meets the same level as the food.
… moreBenjamin Kidd
By far the best fine dining experience in Pensacola. Everything from the service to the food was exquisite. Every little detail is looked after, and it reflects in the excellent experience. You get more than what you pay for. Chef Rowell goes above and beyond!
… moreAnastasia Reyes
A hidden gem in Pensacola!
Located in The Hilton on Pensacola Beach, this modern, coastal restaurant is worth the trip!
Atmosphere: The space is beautifully decorated with modern coastal decorations that ranged from the glass tentacle decorations on the table that held the cocktail menu, a screen showing marine life, and windows that show the beach. Their open concept sushi bar fills up some of the dining area space, so you can see the chiefs putting the sushi together!
Service: Our waiter was polite, gave recommendations, and frequently checked on us to make sure that we were well taken care of.
Menu items: I got their Sashimi and Faroe Island Salmon Brule in addition to a boiled egg (it was amazing) that my friend gave me from her dish, and it was all so delicious and fresh. I left feeling full from the protein, and the freshness of the ingredients didn’t leave me feeling heavy or sluggish.
Bonsai is a great, fine dining experience in our area
… moreMatthew Bessey
Enjoyed one of the best meals I’ve ever had here at Bonsai. They had a special Thanksgiving dinner pairing and everything was fantastic from start to finish! A definite must try if you’re ever in Pensacola Beach!
… moreJohn and Catherine Donovan
Very unhappy with the food and experience. Very subpar food. Was excited to move home to Pensacola and have a “high end” asian fusion spot, very disappointed. Don’t waste your money. Crunchy rice was overcooked and the tuna on top had no flavor. You don’t get to cook the A5 at your table on a hot rock like every other restaurant, makes me wonder the quality of the meat. It was also overcooked with some burnt pieces. The best thing was the sake. Told the manager we were disappointed when he came to our table at the end and he offered no apologies or resolution. Will never go back or recommend to friends.
… moreR. Wolfe
What a gem of a place! Tucked into the hilton hotel, almost feels like a speakeasy. Small, intimate space. Great service. Great sushi and cocktails. I cant wait to go back.
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