My wife and I have been eating at fine establishments for over 35 years. Everything from a great $3…read morehot dog to $220 Wagyu center-cut tenderloin and everything in between. After reading some of these poor reviews posted for 86 Forks, it comes to my attention. Why would anyone finish their meal, pay for it, and then take the time to go online to post a bad review? Why not take the time before hand to ask what a certain dish or meal is - its flavor profile, spice(s), heat, etc.? We did ask the chef and she was more than happy to take the time to explain the dish's concept and let us taste prior to ordering. Read all the good and the bad reviews and ask yourself: 1. If unhappy with the dish, why clear your plate? 2. If not completely satisfied, why pay the bill? Why? Because it's simply not true. People like this are never going to be satisfied or happy. Never. Try 86 Forks for yourselves. Don't be afraid to ask the servers or better yet, ask the chef to explain the concept or allow you to taste something if you're unsure. Be adventurous and make up your own mind - you will not be disappointed. Please remember, this is not a Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Philippine, Italian, Mexican, etc. restaurant. Rather it is a fusion of the best flavors, spices, food pairings, and textures from all these cultures presented in a creative and distinct manner. Recommend the Bulgogi Egg Rolls and the Miso Cream Gnocchi & Edamame.

See comments below on the complete failure of all the items ordered at this restaurant. The lack of…read moreeffort and the outrageous pricing in comparison is evident from the initial bite. Will not be returning and a highly recommend you go elsewhere downtown. 1. Spare pork Ribs were frozen in the center. Opinion: They clearly heat up pre-cooked from the freezer. Sauce was phenomenal on these, if they are cooked thoroughly next time this could be an excellent appetizer. 2. Side of Bok Choy was also frozen in the center of the largest piece. Opinion: Heated from frozen and precooked. 3. Chicken Kung Pao Fried Rice was soggy, had zero flavor and was overwhelmingly salted. I would have preferred a 3.99 rice bowl from the freezer aisle in Publix over this garbage. 4. Pensacola Spritz cocktail was almost entirely sugar and tasted like a Shirley temple. Server was nice and ambiance was fine. Utter shame this slop steals business from local businesses that put in a respectable effort. (Comments above are opinions only based on a in person visit June 2026 and should not be taken as statements of fact. I have no way of knowing if the food is cooked from frozen. )

This is a fun and casual restaurant right on the water overlooking a marina…read more Food is delicious and very fairly priced. Tartar sauce was oddly sweet but everything else was great.

Been there several times. The wait is the main thing I have with them. We have waited over 45…read moreminutes to be seated. Then another 45 minutes to an hour to get our food. Most items are not "homemade" but usually cooked fresh and comes out hot. Suggest that they offer complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and/or light appetizers as a thank you gesture for the long wait.

From the moment we were running late, to the moment we left, everything was just right. My husband…read morehad made reservations for us and his parents, but as life goes, we were running a few minutes behind, so we called and let them know, and the lady who answered was very kind and told us not to worry. (This was a 4:30 reservation when they were not as busy.) They seated us at a table that accommodated the four of us perfectly. I should add that my father-in-law was in a wheelchair, and the ladies were quick to adjust the table settings for us so that he would fit comfortably. Our waitress, Roxy, was just as helpful as a server. My father-in-law also has dementia, so ordering for him at restaurants can at times be very tricky. She was ever so patient and suggested some items that could work for him based on what my mother-in-law shared are things he usually will eat with ease. But hospitality and service are only part of the reason you go to a restaurant, because let's face it, if the food were bad, who cares how nice everyone is. In this department, they were also on point. Roxy explained the menu changes seasonally. We dined on July 3, peak summer. I should also add that I am 7 weeks pregnant, and so I need to be careful with what I am consuming. To drink, I had an orange glow - with cardamom, lemon, orange, and strawberry (and the only item I remembered to photograph - blame it on how delicious the food was or on my pregnancy brain). It was refreshing and sweet, without being too juice-like. My mother-in-law ordered a moscato and my husband had a blond ale. We all consumed our beverages in their entirety before the end of the meal. I'll add here that the young lady who went around refilling waters was extremely on point. If our glasses were halfway emptied, she came around and filled them (which with how much water I'm currently intaking, she came by quite a bit). To start, we ordered their garlic yeast rolls. It comes with a garlic butter which you can add to the rolls, but let me tell you how it doesn't need the extra butter (though it is mighty delicious). I could live in those rolls. They were flaky and buttery, like a croissant, but in a yeast dinner roll. If it's on the menu when you go, please do yourself a favor and order. There are 4 to an order. My husband and I shared the 4th one, and I would have ordered another set of 4, but at that point I would have just been eating with my tastebuds and not my actual stomach. But they *are* that good! My husband and I both ordered the filet. I can't eat anything cooked less than medium, though I'm typically a medium rare girl, and let me tell you - it was still juicy and delicious, a sign of a chef who knows how to cook a good steak. The black garlic butter was heavenly. The steak was a bit too seasoned for me (but pregnancy taste buds are something else). My husband ordered it medium well, and he loved it (and he's only recently come around to enjoying a nice piece of red meat). They came accompanied with a celeriac potato au gratin which was perfect - not overly cheesy, and the celeriac (first time eating this) was perfectly sliced. My husband also ordered the cheese grits and collard greens. The grits were a whipped-like texture, soft and creamy. The collards were not something I could stomach. Blame it on those pregnancy taste buds again. My mother-in-law also ordered collards and they both loved them. For me, the vinegar was just too much to handle. My mother-in-law opted for the ribeye, medium rare with the broccolini, and she said it was "scrumptious, delicioso, and magnificent (in a French accent)." As delicious as it was, she and I could not finish our meals, so we asked for a to-go boxes. Roxy packaged them up for us, and labeled each box with what it contained and when it was packaged. Of course, when it came time for dessert, we were beyond full, but we ordered a prickly pear sorbet to share. And it was just what was needed to cleanse the pallet after such a flavorful meal. The coconut mousse was light and airy and paired well with the sorbet. If you're in the mood for some good southern fusion in Pensacola, Iron is the place to try.

The best beet salad! Service was excellent…read moreWe will return If you are really hungry get the fried chicken

This place is amazing! I am picky about chai, and their spicy chai is the best I've found so far in…read morePensacola! Also love the blend of flavors in the avocado toast. There is limited indoor seating but the patio is nice for people watching on a nice day

I came here a few months ago on vacation. The service was great and baristas were so nice. Our…read moreorder came out fairly quick as well. Had a great atmosphere and the building was very clean. Overall a great aesthetic. My friend and I got breakfast and two iced lattes. I can't remember the order specifically, but overall the actual food and coffee was just quite average. In the latte you couldn't really taste the espresso flavor at all and it was a bit expensive.

Superb sandwich spot with a Mom and Pop feel, and beautiful gardens too! Lovely sandwichesread more

Le Dough is the best. Their entire menu is always vegan, but even if you aren't crazy about vegan…read morefood, give this place a try. The menu changes every week but always includes a large assortment of donut flavors as well as a few savory options. The breakfast burrito is fantastic and I cannot get enough of the red beans and grits. Most Saturday's, Le Dough is parked at the park. Type in "donuts in the park" to your Maps app and it will take you there. Often times on Sunday they pop up at different breweries around time. Today they were at Alga Brewery. The owners of this truck are amazing and are very passionate about making quality food. Bonus - they have doggie donuts!

Consistently great food and charming hostesses. Highly recommended. Ambiance is really greatread more

Carmen's is a beautiful place. I had never been inside. And there's also the option dependent on…read moreweather, sitting outside. The place is small inside, we sat at the bar. Prices were a little expensive. But the food was delicious and fresh.

Big surprise. This little hole in the wall puts out some of the BEST seafood in the area…read more When you pull up, you drive through an RV park to the restaurant. Sorta expected a biker bar/dive bar setting. I was wrong. Awesome outdoor seating. Indoor was very nice, with a small bar area. The service was great, with a very attentive and friendly staff. The food was exceptional. I have been a few time and have failed to drop a review to express our pleasure with this place. The menu is exceptional with so many options available. Most seafood restaurants only offer a few fish options. This place had seven varieties of fish to choose from. Wow. Food was fresh and prepared perfectly. Try the boom boom shrimp as an appetizer. It's enough for a meal. The fish and chips was redfish which was perfectly prepared. A must is the turnip greens. This is our new favorite.

This place really impressed me. All the staff were friendly and welcoming. I had the grilled…read more catfish plate and my spouse had the fried redfish plate. The seasoning was perfect on the catfish & the serving size perfect for me. The hushpuppies were very good as were the fries. Do you self a favor and stop in for a great meal in friendly surroundings.

Hands down the best empanadas that I've had here in the south and the people running the place are…read morebeyond nice and super attentive. I had the chicken and my husband the beef. The empanadas were hand made when we ordered them, arrived blazing hot, fabulously crispy and absolutely stuffed full of meat. The chicken was even breast - yeah! Don't be discouraged by the hole in the wall appearance - you are making a serious mistake if you are in the mood for Hispanic food and pass this place by. My new go to lunch joint!

I love this little place and they also serve Filipino foods... I love their melon drink and…read moretacos... the flan was soo good... I like how wide the place is plenty of space... I would eat there everyday if I could