Emerald Coast Guide

Pensacola

Pensacola is the oldest city in Florida and one of the most underrated on the Gulf Coast. A thriving downtown food and arts scene, miles of pristine barrier island beaches, and a creative community that punches well above its weight. Explore the independent businesses, restaurants, and experiences that make Pensacola worth the trip.

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Boutique Hotels & Inns Pensacola Beach

Paradise Inn

Old-school beach lodging on the sound

Dog friendly Live music Locally owned
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Boutique Hotels & Inns Downtown Pensacola

Oyster Bay Boutique Hotel

Pensacola's most-loved small hotel

Locally owned Waterfront
Gifts & Souvenirs Perdido Key

Perdido Key Trading Co.

Souvenirs, swimwear and beach gear

Beach Gear Souvenirs Swimwear
Food & Drink Perdido Key

The Crab Trap – Perdido Key

Waterfront fish-house with beach boardwalk

Boardwalk to Beach Kids Menu Playground
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Food & Drink Perdido Key

Fisherman’s Corner

Creole-inspired seafood under the bridge

Casual Fine Dining Creole-Inspired
Beachfront Resorts Perdido Key

Lost Key Golf & Beach Club

Gated golf resort with private beach club

Gated Community Golf Course Private Beach Club
Beachfront Resorts Perdido Key

Perdido Sun Beachfront Resort

Beachfront condo rentals on Perdido Key

Beachfront Condos Hot Tub Indoor & Outdoor Pools
Beachfront Resorts Perdido Key

Purple Parrot Resort

Tropical-themed condo village rentals

Resort Pool Tiki Bar (seasonal) Vacation Condos
Experiences & Recreation Perdido Key

Littleheads Kayak Rentals

Kayak and paddleboard rentals by appointment

Guided Eco Tours Kayak Fishing Kayak Rentals
Deep Sea Fishing Perdido Key

Gulf Bay Charters

Inshore and offshore charters from Southwind Marina

Inshore & Offshore Charters Southwind Marina
Deep Sea Fishing Perdido Key

All Jack’d Up Charters

Family-friendly inshore and offshore charters

Family friendly Inshore & Offshore Trips
Gifts & Souvenirs Perdido Key

Perdido Key Souvenirs and More

Souvenirs, beachwear and gifts

Beachwear Gifts Hand-Crafted Items
Spas & Salons Perdido Key

Bodyworks of Perdido Key

Massage and skin care serving Perdido Key

CBD Bodywork Lash & Brow Massage therapy
Cafes & Coffee Perdido Key

City Coffee and Ice Cream

Locally roasted coffee, ice cream and boba

Boba Tea Ice cream Locally Roasted Coffee
Cafes & Coffee Perdido Key

Island Sweets Ice Cream and Coffee Shop

Ice cream, coffee and smoothies on the Key

Coffee Ice cream Milkshakes
Shops Pensacola Beach

Maverick Board Riding Company

Surf, skate & paddleboard shop and rentals

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Ron Jon Surf Shop

Surf gear & beachwear on the boardwalk

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Holiday Inn Express Pensacola Beach

Beachfront hotel steps from the fishing pier

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Radical Rides

Jet skis, parasail, paddleboards & kayaks

Boat Rentals & Charters Pensacola Beach

Key Sailing

Pensacola Beach's watersports outfitter since 1974

Uncategorized Perdido Key

Salty Pearl Raw Bar

Gulf-fresh oysters at Theo Baars Bridge

Gulf-to-table Live music Raw bar
Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Island Trader

Gifts & souvenirs near the boardwalk

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Ardor Boutique

Women's fashion & jewelry on the boardwalk

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Alvin’s Island #12

Beachwear & souvenirs on the boardwalk

Boutiques & Clothing Pensacola Beach

Geronimo’s Outpost

Local art, jewelry & beachwear boutique

Uncategorized Perdido Key

Flora-Bama Lounge, Package & Oyster Bar

World-famous beach bar since 1964

Beachfront Historic Live music
Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites Pensacola Beach

Beachfront hotel with pool & fitness center

Beachfront Resorts Pensacola Beach

Portofino Island Resort

Condo-style beachfront resort with 7 pools

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Holiday Inn Resort Pensacola Beach Gulf Front

206-room Gulf-front resort with a lazy river

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Hilton Pensacola Beach

Gulf-front hotel with direct beach access

Experiences & Recreation Pensacola Beach

Laguna’s Adventure Park

Tiki bar, watersports & family fun on Quietwater Sound

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Paradise Bar & Grill

Open-air waterfront bar on Santa Rosa Sound

Bars & Nightlife Pensacola Beach

Bamboo Willie’s

Live music beach bar on Quietwater Beach

Uncategorized Perdido Key

The Jellyfish Restaurant & Bar

Sushi, oysters and seafood on the Key

Happy hour Oyster bar Sushi bar
Food & Drink Perdido Key

Flora-Bama Ole River Grill

Waterfront burgers, seafood and sports

Family friendly Live music Waterfront Deck
Uncategorized Gulf Breeze

Casino Beach Bar & Grille

Beachfront American fare with Gulf views

Uncategorized Gulf Breeze

Flounder’s Chowder House

Seafood on the sound, three ways to sit

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

The Wharf Fish & Oyster Company

Gulf Coast seafood on Quietwater Beach Road

Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Shaggy’s Pensacola Beach

Island-style seafood & burgers on Little Sabine Bay

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Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Peg Leg Pete’s

Pirate-themed seafood & raw bar institution

Kid friendly Locally owned Outdoor seating
Uncategorized Pensacola Beach

Red Fish Blue Fish

Casual seafood with the best backyard on the beach

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Food & Drink Pensacola Beach

The Grand Marlin

Waterfront seafood & oyster bar on Santa Rosa Sound

Locally owned Outdoor seating Reservations
Food & Drink Pensacola Beach

Bonsai

Upscale sushi above the Hilton

Food & Drink Gulf Breeze

Tacos Rock

Family-owned Mexican kitchen in Harbourtown Plaza

Breakfast & Brunch Gulf Breeze

Buenos Dias Cafe

Traditional Mexican breakfast and brunch

Uncategorized Gulf Breeze

The South Outfitters

Outdoor and lifestyle apparel

Food & Drink Gulf Breeze

Lillo’s Tuscan Grille

Family Italian recipes since 1948

Food & Drink Gulf Breeze

Aegean Breeze

A local corner of Greece in Gulf Breeze

Food & Drink Gulf Breeze

Lao Ocean

Authentic Thai cuisine in Gulf Breeze

Food & Drink Gulf Breeze

Shan Kishi Japanese Hibachi

Hibachi and sushi on Gulf Breeze Parkway

Food & Drink Gulf Breeze

Santino’s Pizza & Grinders

Made-to-order pizza and grinders

Distilleries Gulf Breeze

Rollins Distillery

The Florida Panhandle's first licensed craft distillery

Bakeries & Sweet Shops Gulf Breeze

Sugar Beach Bakery

Family-owned artisan bakery in Tiger Point Plaza

Bakeries & Sweet Shops Gulf Breeze

Turtle Roll Homemade Ice Cream & Shaved Ice

Homemade ice cream and shaved ice

Boutiques & Clothing Gulf Breeze

Gibson Girl

Coastal boutique fashion since 2010

Wellness & Beauty Gulf Breeze

URU Yoga Gulf Breeze

Infrared-heated yoga studio in Harbour Town

Arts & Culture Gulf Breeze

Marty Campbell Gallery

Fine art gallery and custom framing

Boat Rentals & Charters Gulf Breeze

Shoreline Park South & Boat Launch

Gulf Breeze's public gateway to Santa Rosa Sound