The Magnolia

Out-​of-​Towner looking for a unique and homey kind of feel? Well look no further. Great beer selection… unique, creative food selections… Comfy atmosphere… Everything my wife and I had was pretty great… Mostly the Tomato sammich + bacon. Mmm! Great job guys! When I come back (or move back!), I will certainly stop by this fine little establishment again. Cheers!

This is the best wine/​beer bar in Pensacola. When I am here, I feel like I am somewhere else. Every visit is like a small vacation. The owners seem like great people and the staff are second to none. The music is perfect, the food is delicious.

Kiley and Bill are phenomenal. So responsive and they really care about their customers. They helped me surprise a friend. Wonderful!

Not what was expected. Food: simple sandwiches but they do have a wide selection of beer and wine.

I almost was not going to write a review as its already packed on the weekends and I don’t want this hidden gem to be hard to get in. Very small location this Gastro knows what they are doing with food, people skills and drinks. During the week you can have the place to yourself.

I will absolutely be a regular here. I love everything about The Magnolia: the food, the people, the overall theme, the coziness, and especially the care that the owner puts into the place and food.
We stopped by for drinks and dinner on a Saturday evening and were immediately greeted by the owner, Ben. He’s such a nice guy! He told is about the menu, the specials, and the drinks.
We got some drinks and enjoyed the patio seating while we waited for our food which was only about 10 minutes! Everything on the menu looked amazing. They really have a good theme going.
I was in the mood for a salad so I got the beet salad topped with goat cheese and candied pecans. Delicious! Also got the Rosemary chicken salad. Again, delicious! My fiancé got the Hotta Lotta sandwich and pesto mac and cheese. Also amazing.
So glad to have been told about The Magnolia. Love love love it.

This place is a great local find! The inviting and friendly atmosphere makes your evening unforgettable. The food is absolutely delicious and the beer and wine selections had everything we were looking for… new and classic. You can tell they take pride in what they do!

Wow, what a great place! Stopped in to meet some friends for a beer and it was a great atmosphere to just sit back and talk. We ended up staying long enough to want some snack food and got the double dip (pita with tzatziki and hummus) as well as the mac and cheese of the day. Brandi and Alex were great bartenders/​servers!

Each time I come in there’s a creative take on basic dishes. Tonight was a Rosemary Mac and cheese and Asian pork tacos. Great wine and beer list. Don’t miss it!

This is one of our top 3 restaurants in Pensacola. We have never been disappointed. The staff is very friendly, the food is great, the beer and wine selections are really good, and the atmosphere is cozy and elegant. A must try!

This is BY FAR my favorite place in Pensacola. I am usually there 2 – 3 times a month and am always greated with a smile, delicious beverage, and amazing food.
Bartenders are very knowledgable and are always willing to recommend a beverage based on your taste. Food specials are almost always available during the week, but the regular menu is nothing to pass over! Chicken salad croissant, hotta lotta, hummingbird (vegetarian)! All delicious! AND they are always offering a Mac and cheese of some sort, always worth ordering!
Support local businesses, local owners, and local fun!

A rare find … A cozy neighborhood gathering spot to meet and enjoy delicious food and beverages. We went on Thursday and it was half off wine bottles day so we ordered a bottle of Pinot noir, a cheese board and a double dip. The cheese board was great but the double dip was just fair. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience and we will be back.

This is a truly wonderful local spot! The location is small, but there is a really warm vibe when you walk in. The beer/​wine selection are small, but very well crafted. The food is delicious!

This place is such a gem in Pensacola.
Tiny, but comfortable. Food was abso-​freakin-​lutely deeelicious! Pinot Grigio was fair.
I came for drinks with a friend, we got the pimento cheese dip. It was pretty good, not the best I’ve ever had. Nonetheless, the toast was a pleasant warm compliment to the cold & cheesy dip. Afterwards we split the Brie & Apple sandwhich and added bacon… OMG DELICIOUS. Such a delightful combo.
The bartender was Alex. He was on the frkn ball, great service.
Best thing about the place? THE MUSIC! Low key, indie pop. Fit the overall vibe of the place. Seriously love it here and I’ll be going back.

I went to this place yesterday with my friends. At that moment, there were many customers in the restaurant. We had to wait a bit long. However, the food was great, the staff were friendly. Overall, quite good experience!

My fiancé and I live near the Magnolia and decided to walk there for dinner one night. I ordered the tomato sandwich and added bacon and it was DELICIOUS! I haven’t stopped thinking about it since we left. I also got the mac and cheese of the day which was beer mac and cheese and it was the best I’ve ever had. The ambience is casual and the wait staff was attentive, the waitress helping us was also working the bar and knew everyone’s name. They also have outdoor seating and play great music, we will definitely be back soon!

Yum! Def a Pensacola gem! Food is great. Love that they have a daily mac n’ cheese, because who doesn’t like mac n’ cheese? Small and cozy place to have a cold beer and delicious food. Large can beer selection. Highly recommend!

Gotta love this slice of independent culinary heaven in a painfully (in a good way) small space that is so cool. As others have noted, proprietor Bill makes one feel right at home at the bar or table. Especially for those traveling solo, it’s great to trade stories with those other than clients. While the pizzas looked cool on Unilocal,they weren’t on the menu tonight… so I opted for the Beefeater sandwich (ummm, way more food that I expected from the small plate menu). Mac and Cheese was sublime. And… OMG, don’t leave without a taste of Kiley’s Kitchen Sink Cheesecake (Peanut Butter Cups, Brownies, Chocolate Chip Cookies and Cheesecake, mashed together. Served by the Scoop.). Did I just say orgasmic?

A spot for locals, visitors, and everything in between! This place a true hidden gem in Pensacola and the staff is extremely welcoming, friendly, and upbeat! I look forward to making this spot a hangout!

Amazing, scrumptious, laid back, local, reasonably priced, dog friendly, a new favorite.