Bonsai

Name: Bonsai
Address: 12 Via De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach, FL, United States, 32561
Telephone: (850) 932-8194
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

198 Reviews

$50 and over

Sushi

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

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
Website
https://bonsaipensacolabeach.com/
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.

Location
12 Via De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
Area
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

Crispy RiceUSD 20.00
spicy tuna, tobiko, micro radish
Shrimp & Lobster SaladUSD 22.00
avocado, cucumber, edamame, baby heirloom, yuzu
Crab RavioliUSD 32.00
turnip pasta, crab salad, micro chives, shiso, honey xeres
Berkshire Pork BellyUSD 30.00
maple sugar, black garlic shoyu
A5 Wagyu StriploinUSD 27.00
kombu sea salt, whiskey barrel aged shoyu 2 oz minimum

MAKI

De LunaUSD 20.00
salmon, cucumber, lemon, chive
Fort PickensUSD 23.00
escolar, yellowtail, cilantro, jalapeño, lemon ponzu
NijiiroUSD 25.00
crab salad, cucumber, avocado, tuna, hamachi, steelhead, snapper
Rising SunUSD 25.00
baked lobster, eel, avocado, furikake, espelette, citrus salt
SeasideUSD 25.00
crab, asparagus, seared scallop, garlic brown butter soy, bottarga
Faroe Island Salmon BrûléeUSD 30.00
cucumber, hamachi, lemon zest, salmon roe
Florida CitrusUSD 34.00
avocado, salmon, hamachi, snapper, lemon, salmon roe
Smoked TunaUSD 35.00
avocado, cucumber, zuke, bluefin tuna, hackleback caviar

MAIN

Berkshire Pork OdenUSD 39.00
pork belly, turnip, carrot, scallion, egg shiso, hand rolled noodles
Tako Sea Scallop RamenUSD 45.00
nasturtium, salmon roe, seafood broth, shiso, squid ink
Lobster RamenUSD 55.00
lobster broth, shiso, shitake, egg, scallion, baked lobster tail
Grouper NitsukeUSD 48.00
diacon, scallion, carrot, turnip, osetra caviar
A5 WagyuUSD 95.00
turnip purée, maritale mushroom, turnip netsuke, bottarga

LIBATIONS

FlowerpiercerUSD 14.00
diplomatico planas, strawberry, pineapple
SawayakanaUSD 18.00
yuzu gin, botanika angelica orange, orgeat, mint, lime
Golden GirlUSD 15.00
nikki days, yuzu liquor, apple, caraway, absinthe perfume
Jalisco Athletic ClubUSD 18.00
lalo blanco, yellow chartreuse, benedictine, lime, mezcal perfume
ObligationsUSD 19.00
angel's envy, demerara, angostura, smoke

KIKIZAKE

5 Sake Flight

Manzairaku
Honjozo Chubu
Kikusui Shuzo "Chrysanthemum Mist"
Junmai Daiginjo, Chubu
Kagatsuru "Umeshu"
Plum sake, Chubu
Kiku Masamune Shuzo "Cedar Spice"
Junmai, Taru, Kinki
Heiwa Shuzo
Nigori, Wakayama

OMAKASE

FoodUSD 120.00
A5 Wagyu Main +60 Wine & Sake Pairing +50

DESSERT

Matcha TiramisuUSD 14.00
Golden Monkey Team Crème Brûlée

What 198 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bonsai offers a serene and intimate dining experience, nestled within the Hilton Hotel. Renowned for its "culinary delite" and "exquisite food," the sushi is a standout with fresh, beautifully presented dishes. The knowledgeable staff and expertly mixed drinks enhance the experience, though some find it "a little too pricey."

198 Reviews

C
Cory
Nashville
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 20 October 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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Jenny
Tallahassee
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 9 October 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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David
Tampa
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 21 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful meal with great service! We love coming back every year in September
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our weight staff was very knowledgeable. Explained the dishes and offered suggestions when asked.
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terry
Tallahassee
115 reviews
vip
5.0
115 reviews
Dined on 14 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always great food and service but a little too pricey for what it is.
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William
Philadelphia
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 12 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great dining experience. Great food and good service.
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SueS
Alabama
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on 13 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very upscale small boutique type sushi inside the Hilton in Pensacola Beach. View of water is nice. Food was delicious and presented beautifully. Our server was Bailee and she was delightful.
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was great, service was great, but food comes out very slow. So sit back, relax, and enjoy!
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 22 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is a hidden gem on the second floor of the Hilton Hotel. It’s very small and quaint with very relaxing vibe. The service was fantastic. Brynn explained the menu to us perfectly and helped us make some delicious decisions on sushi. . I recommend the crispy rice and tuna tartare appetizer and the smoked salmon roll. We ate every last bite!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Tallahassee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We all had the omakase. Waitress was very knowledgeable. Food was top notch. Chefs did an amazing job selecting what was served. They even allowed me to come back the next day for carry out. This has been a tradition that my son and I have done during our vacation. I'm already excited for next year. Well done, Bonsai!
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FAQs

Bonsai is rated 4.6 stars by 198 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

30 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

12 Via De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
12 Via De Luna Dr.
Area
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

Website
https://bonsaipensacolabeach.com/
Phone number
(850) 932-8194
Private party facilities
Please call 850-932-8194 to reserve your event.

Bonsai

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

NIGIRI

Bluefin TunaUSD 9.00

Faroe Island SalmonUSD 9.00

HamachiUSD 9.00

TamagoUSD 9.00

SnapperUSD 9.00

Salmon RoeUSD 9.00

SASHIMI

Bluefin TunaUSD 12.00

Faroe Island SalmonUSD 12.00

HamachiUSD 12.00

TamagoUSD 12.00

SnapperUSD 12.00

Salmon RoeUSD 12.00

STARTERS

Crispy RiceUSD 20.00

Shrimp & Lobster SaladUSD 22.00

Crab RavioliUSD 32.00

Berkshire Pork BellyUSD 30.00

A5 Wagyu StriploinUSD 27.00

MAKI

De LunaUSD 20.00

Fort PickensUSD 23.00

NijiiroUSD 25.00

Rising SunUSD 25.00

SeasideUSD 25.00

Faroe Island Salmon BrûléeUSD 30.00

Florida CitrusUSD 34.00

Smoked TunaUSD 35.00

MAIN

Berkshire Pork OdenUSD 39.00

Tako Sea Scallop RamenUSD 45.00

Lobster RamenUSD 55.00

Grouper NitsukeUSD 48.00

A5 WagyuUSD 95.00

LIBATIONS

FlowerpiercerUSD 14.00

SawayakanaUSD 18.00

Golden GirlUSD 15.00

Jalisco Athletic ClubUSD 18.00

ObligationsUSD 19.00

KIKIZAKE

Manzairaku

Kikusui Shuzo "Chrysanthemum Mist"

Kagatsuru "Umeshu"

Kiku Masamune Shuzo "Cedar Spice"

Heiwa Shuzo

OMAKASE

FoodUSD 120.00

DESSERT

Matcha TiramisuUSD 14.00

Golden Monkey Team Crème Brûlée

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Dining areas

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