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Bonsai, Pensacola Beach, FL

Bonsai

4.8
4.8
208 Reviews
$50 and over
Sushi

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
  • Healthy
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Located on the second floor of the Hilton Pensacola Beach, Bonsai offers an elevated, contemporary menu lined with fine Japanese cuisine overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. From hand-rolled ramen noodles to delectable Japanese A5 wagyu and top-shelf sake, Bonsai is a world-class experience like none other.

Executive Chef Richard Assaf
Bonsai Chef Ryusho Hashida

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (850) 932-8194
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Richard Assaf
  • Private party facilities
    Please call 850-932-8194 to reserve your event.
  • Neighborhood
    Pensacola
  • Cross street
    12 Via De Luna Dr.
  • Parking details
    Valet parking included when dining at Bonsai.
  • Public transit
    There is a convenient free beach trolley that shuttles all over the island and has a stop in front of the hotel.
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 208 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bonsai offers an "excellent food and service" experience with a "fantastic meal" and "intimate setting." The chef's "attention to detail, creativity, and taste" are "impeccable," complemented by "sensational" wagyu beef and exquisite flavors. Despite being "very expensive," it's recommended for a "unique classy flavorful dining venue."

208 Reviews
  1. Nicole

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fab and our server, Kevin, was clever and knowledgeable about the food. Purple flowers —NICE touch :-)

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  2. Angela

    VIP

    Mobile

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My server, Kevin, was extremely efficient and knowledgeable. My experience was outstanding on every level.

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  3. Cayla

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was exceptional! Food is a presentation and so unique to this area!

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  4. Deeo

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bonsai is excellent. The food quality, preparation, presentation, and service is outstanding. We live in the Pensacola Beach/Gulf Breeze area and Bonsai is our favorite go to place for an especially good meal. Rob, Calvo, Christina and the whole staff welcome us and ensure we are satisfied with our food and drink selections. Highly recommend you experience it for yourselves.

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  5. BRIAN

    VIP

    Tallahassee

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent experience. .. food is outstanding and service is superb. We suggested adding cucumber salad to the meno. The chef created one for us !

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  6. BRIAN

    VIP

    Tallahassee

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent food and service - very expensive but worth it. Suggest adding ginger salad to the menu

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  7. Mark

    Alabama

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dining across all culinary areas. Our waiter explained the menu in detail to include information outside the menu applicable to our meal. Chef’s attention to detail, creativity, and taste were impeccable! The chef also took time to visit our table asking for our feedback and offering a test dessert for the upcoming holiday. Lastly, the flavors and taste of each aspect of our meal courses were exquisite! The wagyu beef was sensational, cooked perfectly with its heavy fatty-meat transition. Very tasty flavor hints within the fluffed garnish greens and overlapping the avocado slices in the lobster-shrimp salad were a very nice touch! The Bonsai is a unique high-end Japanese sushi restaurant that caters to a niche palate and wallet. I highly recommend Bonsai to visitors of Pensacola and the beach looking for a unique classy flavorful dining venue!

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  8. David

    Tallahassee

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very nice exclusive experience in a beautiful but unexpected location.

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  9. Cory

    VIP

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend! Been multiple times consistently unbeatable Sushi, great service and overall wonderful experience

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  10. Jenny

    Tallahassee

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pork belly appetizer was amazing and the ramen with squid ink noodles is something I will crave. They need better ventilation in the restaurant itself. As the dinner went on and cooking was happening it got smoky. I’m sensitive to smoke with my allergies so it might not matter to everyone. Just a suggestion for improvement. Overall nice experience for anniversary dinner.

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FAQs

Bonsai is rated 4.8 stars by 208 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Bonsai

12 Via De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    12 Via De Luna Dr.
  • Neighborhood
    Pensacola
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking included when dining at Bonsai.
  • Public transit
    There is a convenient free beach trolley that shuttles all over the island and has a stop in front of the hotel.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard Assaf
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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