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The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach, Pensacola, FL

The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach

4.8
4.8
6981 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
22:00
Booked 64 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Grand Marlin Restaurant features a main dining area with a shucked to order oyster bar, exterior North Drop Bar overlooking the beautiful Santa Rosa Sound, and private meeting rooms. This Pensacola Beach restaurant, with an air of island casualness, serves the highest-quality cuisine, including the freshest local seafood featured on menus designed and printed daily to take advantage of the local bounty. The atmosphere creates a fusion of the Caribbean and the Pensacola Bay Area. Executive Chef Gregg McCarthy has a passion for great-tasting food and particularly loves working his culinary magic with fresh Gulf Coast seafood. Boaters and beach-goers feel comfortable in shorts and flip-flops at the oyster bar, in the dining room and at the North Drop Bar. The Grand Marlin has a space and atmosphere for all occasions and is looking forward to creating an authentic experience between time and tide.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (850) 677-9153
  • Website
    http://thegrandmarlin.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Gregg McCarthy
  • Private party facilities
    The Grand Marlin offers private dining for parties of 20 to 300. Our Grand Banquet Room seats 100 for completely private dining. For smaller parties our semi-private Santa Rosa Room seats 40 to 55 while our Club Room seats 20-35.
  • Location
    400 Pensacola Beach Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32561
  • Area
    Pensacola
  • Cross Street
    After Toll Booth 1st Left
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    The North Drop Bar features live music Thursday - Sunday and high-definition televisions for viewing favorite sports and events. It is the perfect venue for enjoying a full or more casual meal while enjoying some of the Gulf Coast"s best entertainment.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Blue Angel ChipsUS$15.00

    House Chips / Statesboro Blue Cheese Sauce

    • Maryland Style Lump Crab CakeUS$20.00

      Grilled Corn Relish / White Wine Creole Mustard Butter Sauce

      • Ahi Poke*US$20.00

        Avocado Napoleon / Chili Oil / Lime Sea Salt / Toasted Macadamias

        • Blue Crab ClawsUS$29.00

          Crispy Fried or Garlic Butter Sauteed

          • Salt & Peppers CalamariUS$18.00

            Banana Peppers / Pickles / Habanero-Lime Aioli

            • TGM BBQ ShrimpUS$19.00

              BBQ Butter / Worcestershire / Gambino's Bread

              • Crispy Lobster FingersUS$24.00

                Vanilla Bean Honey Mustard

                • BBQ Baked OystersUS$18.00

                  Pepper Jack Cheese / Garlic BBQ Butter

                  • Baked Oysters RockefellerUS$20.00

                    Creamed Spinach / Pernod / Bacon / Hollandaise

                    Iced Seafood

                    • Jumbo Gulf Shrimp CocktailUS$22.00

                      Cocktail Sauce / Mustard Sauce

                      • Select Gulf Oysters*US$15.00

                        Cocktail Sauce / Red Wine Mignonette

                        • Iced Seafood PlatterUS$62.00

                          Ahi Tuna Poke / 6 Jumbo Gulf Shrimp / 1 dz Select Gulf Oysters

                          Soups & Salads

                          • Seafood GumboUS$12.00

                            Shrimp / Crab / Oysters / Andouille / Dark Roux

                            • New England Clam ChowderUS$12.00

                              Traditional New England Clam Chowder/ Westminster Oyster Crackers/Chives

                              • Kale Caesar*US$11.00

                                Kale / Romaine Hearts / House Caesar Dressing / Parmesan / Herb Croutons / Crispy Onion

                                • Field Greens SaladUS$10.00

                                  Tomato / Cucumber / Red Onion / Parmesan / Balsamic Vinaigrette

                                  • Iceberg WedgeUS$14.00

                                    Blue Cheese / Bacon / Scallion / Grape Tomato

                                    • Chopped SaladUS$16.00

                                      Egg / Bacon / Feta Cheese / Cucumber / Romaine / Avocado / Grape Tomato / Red Onion / Croutons / Green Goddess Dressing

                                      Add to Entree or Salad

                                      • Gulf Shrimp (6)US$18.00

                                        • Maine Sea Scallops (3)US$24.00

                                          • Lobster Tail (6oz)US$30.00

                                            • Lump Blue Crab Cake (4oz)US$20.00

                                              • Salmon Fillet (6oz)US$18.00

                                                • Crab Oscar (2 oz)US$14.00

                                                  Sample Market Fish *Changes Daily*

                                                  Served with Whipped Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables or Available Topped on our Tomato Basil Field Greens Salad. Creole Mustard Butter Sauce / Caper Brown Butter / Salsa Verde / Ginger Soy Glaze

                                                  • Seared Red Snapper*, FLUS$42.00

                                                    • Grilled Yellowfin Tuna*, FLUS$39.00

                                                      • Grilled Sea Scallops*, MEUS$46.00

                                                        • Grilled Swordfish, FLUS$39.00

                                                          • Grilled Gulf ShrimpUS$28.00

                                                            Entrees

                                                            • Fried Gulf ShrimpUS$24.00

                                                              Jalapeno Cole Slaw / Fries / Cocktail / Tartar

                                                              • TGM Grouper PiccataUS$39.00

                                                                Parmesan Crust / Sauteed Spinach / Whipped Potatoes / Crispy Capers / Brown Butter

                                                                • Loved & Rubbed Salmon*US$32.00

                                                                  Caramelized House Rub / Sweet Potato Hash / Smoked Bacon / Lemon Butter Sauce

                                                                  • Shrimp & GritsUS$29.00

                                                                    Chipotle Seared Jumbo Gulf Shrimp/ C & D Mill's Boursin Cheese Grits/ Andouille Sausage Tomato Stew/ Gambino's Bread

                                                                    • Swordfish OreganataUS$38.00

                                                                      Lemon & Oregano Panko Crust / Parmesan Risotto / Asparagus / Roasted Tomato Sauce

                                                                      • Honey Wasabi Yellowfin TunaUS$42.00

                                                                        Tuna Steak / Sushi Rice/ Baby Bok Choy/ Honey Wasabi Sauce

                                                                        • Maine Lobster TailsUS$56.00

                                                                          Key Lime Butter Grilled / C & D Mill's Boursin Cheese Grits / Asparagus

                                                                          • Roasted Mojo ChickenUS$29.00

                                                                            Roasted Half Mojo Chicken / Applewood Bacon & Coconut Rice / Crispy Plantains / Mojo Sauce / Cilantro

                                                                            • Grilled 1855 Angus RibeyeUS$48.00

                                                                              Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes/ Seasonal Vegetable / Lemon Garlic Butter

                                                                              • Filet MignonUS$56.00

                                                                                8oz Center Cut / Whipped Potatoes/ Grilled Asparagus/ Lemon Garlic Butter

                                                                                Sharable Sides

                                                                                • Parmesan Truffle FriesUS$12.00

                                                                                  • Grilled AsparagusUS$12.00

                                                                                    • Fingerling PotatoesUS$8.00

                                                                                      • Sweet Potato HashUS$10.00

                                                                                        • Sauteed Haricot VertsUS$8.00

                                                                                          • Wild MushroomsUS$12.00

                                                                                            Desserts

                                                                                            • Key Lime PieUS$10.00

                                                                                              Key Lime Mousse/ Raspberry Coulis/ Coconut-Macadamia Graham Cracker Crust

                                                                                              • Chocolate Brownie SundaeUS$10.00

                                                                                                Fudge Brownie/ Seasonal Berries/ Vanilla Bean Ice Cream/ Candied Pecans/ Caramelized Banana/ Chocolate Sauce

                                                                                                • TGM Signature Praline BasketUS$10.00

                                                                                                  Crispy Pecan Praline Basket/ Vanilla Bean Ice Cream/ House Caramel & Chocolate Sauces/ Seasonal Berries

                                                                                                  Last updated: 25 September 2024

                                                                                                  What 6,981 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
                                                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.5Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                                  • Northwest Florida

                                                                                                    Best Food

                                                                                                  • Northwest Florida

                                                                                                    Great for brunch

                                                                                                  • Northwest Florida

                                                                                                    Great for scenic views

                                                                                                  • Northwest Florida

                                                                                                    Seafood

                                                                                                  • Northwest Florida

                                                                                                    Most Booked

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Best Overall

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Best Food

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Best Service

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Best Ambience

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Best Value

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Good for groups

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Good for special occasions

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Lively

                                                                                                  • Pensacola

                                                                                                    Most Booked

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "amazing food and views." Guests rave about the "incredible service" and fresh seafood, making it a top choice for special occasions. While some find it "a bit pricey," the quality and atmosphere are consistently praised as "top-notch."

                                                                                                  6,981 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. Apostle

                                                                                                    Tallahassee

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    First time going. It was a great time. It was for my Wife Brithday.

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                                                                                                  2. Sari

                                                                                                    Sacramento

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    vip
                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    This is my favorite restaurant anywhere. From the ambience to the drinks and food they nail it! I live in California and try to make it across the country as often as possible just to eat here! Martinis are perfect ice glaze atop, oysters are amazing! Great flavors, I recommend you leave room for dessert because that doesn’t disappoint!

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                                                                                                  3. Doug

                                                                                                    Tallahassee

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great food, great location, and a step up from most of the beach fare!

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                                                                                                  4. Ariel

                                                                                                    Tallahassee

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    2.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                                                    2. Food 2
                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    We were looking forward to eating here for our daughters 18th birthday, however, we were highly disappointed. Our server was awesome, however, the food was small in portions and overcooked. My shrimp was beyond cooked and was super rubbery.

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                                                                                                  5. Elisa

                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Always wonderful! This trip was no different.

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                                                                                                  6. Christopher

                                                                                                    Tallahassee

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    As always, The Grand Marlin was delicious. Ryan was our server and was very friendly and attentive. Took care of everything. We had gone with our kids and he was even kind to them. Great experience. Steak and scallops were amazing. My daughter had the Mojo Chicken and as a picky eater we were sure, but she loved it! Thanks again!

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                                                                                                  7. Rollin

                                                                                                    Mobile

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Situated right on the water, this has fantastic sunset views. The food and service is outstanding. 

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                                                                                                  8. Prime

                                                                                                    Tallahassee

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great place my wife n i enjoy this place we go just about every anniversary

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                                                                                                  9. John

                                                                                                    Tampa

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 3 December 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    This is THE premiere eatery on Santa Rosa island. If you desire great food, impeccable service, wonderful views, this is it! It always starts at the front. The hostess was casual and friendly. As this was a first time, and off season traffic was light, she let us tour the venue and choose our own table. How nice. The west side , the upscale side, had the shades down and couldn’t see out as much, so we chose the east side- an open, lofty area around what in the summer would be an outside patio. But they had clear shades down to limit the wind, and views were great. Many fly bys occurred by the squadron of pelicans that seemed to smoke at us! The waiter was on us like ducks on a pond, giving us the full understanding of the daily changing menu. My wife chose the one thing always on the menu, the grouper piccata, which was excellent, on top of satisfying whipped potatoes and steamed spinach. If you come to the gulf and don’t experience the best gulf shrimp in the world- shame on you! They were plated with crispy fries and perfect coleslaw, with tartar AND cocktail sauce. Drinks fantastic, both of local varieties. But the piesta la resistance was the dessert! Unbelievable warm, crusty chocolate circle of brownie cake piled high with vanilla ice cream, topped with caramel and nuts, dressed with blues and blackberries! Really wonderful- enough for four!

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                                                                                                  10. Brenda

                                                                                                    New Orleans

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 1 December 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    My family had a blast, when ever we find ourselves in Pensacola we come to eat here! We absolutely love the grouper piccata, crab claws, and lobster fingers. Randall took care of our group and truly exceeded expectations and is an exemplary waiter.

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                                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                                  The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach is rated 4.8 stars by 6981 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                  22:00
                                                                                                  Booked 64 times today
                                                                                                  Google Map for The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach

                                                                                                  400 Pensacola Beach Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32561

                                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                    After Toll Booth 1st Left
                                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                                    Pensacola
                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                    Seafood, Steak, American
                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                    Resort Casual
                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                    Private Lot
                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                                    Gregg McCarthy
                                                                                                  • Entertainment
                                                                                                    The North Drop Bar features live music Thursday - Sunday and high-definition televisions for viewing favorite sports and events. It is the perfect venue for enjoying a full or more casual meal while enjoying some of the Gulf Coast"s best entertainment.
                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                                    http://thegrandmarlin.com/
                                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                                    (850) 677-9153
                                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                                    The Grand Marlin offers private dining for parties of 20 to 300. Our Grand Banquet Room seats 100 for completely private dining. For smaller parties our semi-private Santa Rosa Room seats 40 to 55 while our Club Room seats 20-35.

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