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Bonsai, Pensacola Beach, FL

Bonsai

4.7
4.7
211 Reviews
$50 and over
Sushi

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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

  • Location
    12 Via De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
  • Phone number
    (850) 932-8194
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking included when dining at Bonsai.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard Assaf

Menu

Bonsai's menu was last updated 2024-05-01.

NIGIRI

  • Bluefin Tuna$9.00

    • Faroe Island Salmon$9.00

      • Hamachi$9.00

        • Tamago$9.00

          • Snapper$9.00

            • Salmon Roe$9.00

              SASHIMI

              • Bluefin Tuna$12.00

                • Faroe Island Salmon$12.00

                  • Hamachi$12.00

                    • Tamago$12.00

                      • Snapper$12.00

                        • Salmon Roe$12.00

                          STARTERS

                          • Crispy Rice$20.00

                            spicy tuna, tobiko, micro radish

                            • Shrimp & Lobster Salad$22.00

                              avocado, cucumber, edamame, baby heirloom, yuzu

                              • Crab Ravioli$32.00

                                turnip pasta, crab salad, micro chives, shiso, honey xeres

                                • Berkshire Pork Belly$30.00

                                  maple sugar, black garlic shoyu

                                  • A5 Wagyu Striploin$27.00

                                    kombu sea salt, whiskey barrel aged shoyu 2 oz minimum

                                    MAKI

                                    • De Luna$20.00

                                      salmon, cucumber, lemon, chive

                                      • Fort Pickens$23.00

                                        escolar, yellowtail, cilantro, jalapeño, lemon ponzu

                                        • Nijiiro$25.00

                                          crab salad, cucumber, avocado, tuna, hamachi, steelhead, snapper

                                          • Rising Sun$25.00

                                            baked lobster, eel, avocado, furikake, espelette, citrus salt

                                            • Seaside$25.00

                                              crab, asparagus, seared scallop, garlic brown butter soy, bottarga

                                              • Faroe Island Salmon Brûlée$30.00

                                                cucumber, hamachi, lemon zest, salmon roe

                                                • Florida Citrus$34.00

                                                  avocado, salmon, hamachi, snapper, lemon, salmon roe

                                                  • Smoked Tuna$35.00

                                                    avocado, cucumber, zuke, bluefin tuna, hackleback caviar

                                                    MAIN

                                                    • Berkshire Pork Oden$39.00

                                                      pork belly, turnip, carrot, scallion, egg shiso, hand rolled noodles

                                                      • Tako Sea Scallop Ramen$45.00

                                                        nasturtium, salmon roe, seafood broth, shiso, squid ink

                                                        • Lobster Ramen$55.00

                                                          lobster broth, shiso, shitake, egg, scallion, baked lobster tail

                                                          • Grouper Nitsuke$48.00

                                                            diacon, scallion, carrot, turnip, osetra caviar

                                                            • A5 Wagyu$95.00

                                                              turnip purée, maritale mushroom, turnip netsuke, bottarga

                                                              LIBATIONS

                                                              • Flowerpiercer$14.00

                                                                diplomatico planas, strawberry, pineapple

                                                                • Sawayakana$18.00

                                                                  yuzu gin, botanika angelica orange, orgeat, mint, lime

                                                                  • Golden Girl$15.00

                                                                    nikki days, yuzu liquor, apple, caraway, absinthe perfume

                                                                    • Jalisco Athletic Club$18.00

                                                                      lalo blanco, yellow chartreuse, benedictine, lime, mezcal perfume

                                                                      • Obligations$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

                                                                                  • Food$120.00

                                                                                    A5 Wagyu Main +60 Wine & Sake Pairing +50

                                                                                    DESSERT

                                                                                    • Matcha Tiramisu$14.00

                                                                                      • Golden Monkey Team Crème Brûlée

                                                                                        Last updated: May 1, 2024

                                                                                        What 211 people are saying

                                                                                        Bonsai reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                        4.7
                                                                                        4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 4.7Food
                                                                                        • 4.9Service
                                                                                        • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                        • 4Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                        • Northwest Florida

                                                                                          Innovative

                                                                                        • Northwest Florida

                                                                                          Healthy

                                                                                        • Northwest Florida

                                                                                          Romantic

                                                                                        • Northwest Florida

                                                                                          Great for scenic views

                                                                                        • Pensacola

                                                                                          Best Overall

                                                                                        • Pensacola

                                                                                          Best Food

                                                                                        • Pensacola

                                                                                          Best Service

                                                                                        • Pensacola

                                                                                          Good for groups

                                                                                        • Pensacola

                                                                                          Healthy

                                                                                        • Pensacola

                                                                                          Great for fine wines

                                                                                        • Pensacola

                                                                                          Romantic

                                                                                        • Pensacola

                                                                                          Good for special occasions

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        Bonsai offers an exquisite sushi dining experience tucked away in the Hilton Hotel. "Food is extraordinary" with beautifully presented fresh sushi and delightful dishes like A5 Wagyu and pork belly. Despite its unique location, "service is exceptional," creating an intimate and memorable atmosphere perfect for upscale dining.

                                                                                        211 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Nancy

                                                                                          Phoenix1 review

                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                          2. Food 2
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Staff was friendly and attentive to our visit. The only note I would make is for the lobster ramen, which contained squid ink noodles. May I suggest you note that on the menu description as I would not have ordered. The pork belly was delicious!

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                                                                                        2. Angela VIP

                                                                                          Mobile2 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on February 28, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Hidden gem. Small capacity. Intimate dining. Food extraordinary.
                                                                                          BonsaiResponded on March 3, 2025
                                                                                          Hi, Angela. Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the intimate dining experience and extraordinary food. Looking forward to welcoming you back! -Lindsie C.

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                                                                                        3. Nicole

                                                                                          London8 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on February 16, 2025

                                                                                          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 :-)
                                                                                          BonsaiResponded on March 3, 2025
                                                                                          Hi, Nicole. Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the food and service. We appreciate the kind words and look forward to welcoming you back! -Lindsie C.

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                                                                                        4. Angela VIP

                                                                                          Mobile2 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                                          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.
                                                                                          BonsaiResponded on March 3, 2025
                                                                                          Hi, Angela. Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that Kevin provided excellent service and that you had an outstanding experience. Looking forward to welcoming you back! -Lindsie C.

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                                                                                        5. Cayla

                                                                                          San Francisco4 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                                          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!
                                                                                          BonsaiResponded on March 3, 2025
                                                                                          Hi, Cayla. Thank you for your review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the exceptional service and unique dining experience. Looking forward to welcoming you back! -Lindsie C.

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                                                                                        6. Deeo

                                                                                          Tallahassee1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on February 13, 2025

                                                                                          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.
                                                                                          BonsaiResponded on March 3, 2025
                                                                                          Hi, Deeo. Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled Bonsai is your go-to spot for a great meal. Rob, Calvo, Christina, and the team will be happy to hear your kind words. Looking forward to welcoming you back! -Lindsie C.

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                                                                                        7. Douglas

                                                                                          Tallahassee1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          Dined on February 7, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          The team at Bonsai did a wonderful job ensuring we had an incredible experience!
                                                                                          BonsaiResponded on March 3, 2025
                                                                                          Hi, Douglas. Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled our team made your experience incredible. Looking forward to welcoming you back! -Lindsie C.

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                                                                                        8. BRIAN VIP

                                                                                          Tallahassee38 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          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 !
                                                                                          BonsaiResponded on March 3, 2025
                                                                                          Hi, Brian. Thank you for your review! We're glad you had an excellent experience and enjoyed the outstanding food and service. We love that the chef was able to create something special for you. Looking forward to welcoming you back! -Lindsie C.

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                                                                                        9. BRIAN VIP

                                                                                          Tallahassee38 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          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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                                                                                        10. Mark

                                                                                          Alabama11 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          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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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        Bonsai is rated 4.7 stars by 211 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        7:00 PM
                                                                                        Booked 2 times today
                                                                                        Google Map for Bonsai

                                                                                        12 Via De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

                                                                                        Dining areas

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                          (850) 932-8194
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $50 and over
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          Sushi
                                                                                        • Hours of operation
                                                                                          Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Business Casual
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          Valet parking included when dining at Bonsai.
                                                                                        • Payment options
                                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Executive chef
                                                                                          Richard Assaf
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