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Grab a Bite: New Restaurants in Pensacola by Josh Newby
It seems like every month brings new and exciting dining options to Pensacola. From ethnic and international food to unique takes on American staples, these restaurants boast menus that are sure to whet your appetite and service that represents the best of our area’s friendliness and hospitality. Bon appetit! Rico’s Mexican Up-scale Mexican has a new name in Pensacola, and that name is Rico’s. They offer truly authentic, madefrom-scratch Mexican food prepared to order and even have hamburgers, pizza, steak and more. They also offer a full-service bar, something you can’t get at many other popular Mexican destinations in Pensacola. Tabitha Hairelson, an owner of the establishment, has already had great success with Rico’s in Spanish Fort and felt that one in Pensacola would be a similar hit. “The experience we are trying to create is one of casual dining in an upbeat, exciting atmosphere,” said Hairelson. “Have a quiet dinner in the main dining room or sit in the bar area and have a Margarita along with some appetizers and watch the game on TV – whatever you prefer.” Since opening in Pensacola, the community response has been great. People want healthy, authentic Mexican, and they certainly find it at Rico’s, located at 50 Coast Road. Citizens of and visitors to New Orleans have almost surely heard of or been to the Ruby Slipper, an up-scale yet casual brunch destination that combines all the best flavors of the city with breakfast staples. Now, those in Pensacola will get to take part in this unparalleled culinary experience in the fifth location at 509 S. Palafox. The Ruby Slipper Cafe The brainchild of Jennifer Weishaupt and her husband after Hurricane Katrina, the Ruby Slipper takes everyone’s favorite meal and offers it everyday for extended hours, 7 to 2 during weekdays, 8 to 2 on Saturdays and 8 to 3 on Sundays. “We thought Pensacola was a great location, because it has historic streets and buildings, and people who love great food, just like New Orleans,” said Weishaupt. Decadent, colorful, make-your-stomach-grumble food is their specialty, as proven by their menu that features eggs coubion, eggs blackstone, hot-smoked salmon bennies and more. Come into the uniquely Pensacolian location of the New Orleans staple, and find out why you’ll never want to get full. The Union Public House The Union Public House will be a modern gastropub that combines the talents of bar and restaurant powerhouses Blake Rushing (Type), Patrick Bolster (5 1/2), and Melissa Tempsook Knott and Jeffrey Knott (Old Hickory Whiskey Bar). With that team at the helm, Pensacola better know that it is in for something special and addictive. The space at 309 S. Reus St. is currently getting a massive makeover with hopes to open sometime in the fall. When completed, The Union Public House will be “a crafty Southern pub with rustic and modern influences,” says Rushing. The gourmet food and beverage offerings will be locally influenced and served in a comforting and inviting atmosphere. Rushing is planning some classic pub fare with a modern and southern twist, including vast and expansive charcuterie dishes for communal dining experiences. Jeffrey says he and Bolster have a deep appreciation for classic cocktails, which will serve as a base for the bar menu, but you can bet there will be some twists to the drinks as much as to the dishes they serve. The Burger Factory New to the west side of Pensacola at 314 W. Navy Blvd. is the Burger Factory, a sandwich and burger shop where everything is made from scratch. That includes the sauces and soups, too. Owner Scott Green wanted a simple, straightforward answer to a burger restaurant, in much the same way Roly Poly changed up the casual sandwich industry. “This is something I’ve been wanting to do my entire life,” said Green. “Everything else down here is pizza and fast food, so I thought being close to NAS would really help me set myself apart.” While the location certainly helps Green set himself apart, the food he serves up definitely doesn’t hurt. The homemade ingredients give even the most routinely plain burger a special, memorable zest that instantly catapults it past other burger-andbun based options. With counter service and piping hot meals brought to your table, Green is also bringing a much-needed American favorite to Pensacola’s west side. Order’s up! (Continued on page 3)
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Grab a Bite: New Restaurants in Pensacola (continued) Zoe’s Kitchen Walking into the clean, airy, colorful Zoe’s Kitchen at Cordova Mall is an experience unto itself. Greek aromas immediately fill your nostrils as your mouth begins to water. Walking to the counter to survey the options, your stomach begins to rumble in anticipation. So many options, all for such reasonable prices. Zoe’s is a franchise that stretches across the Southeast, but the quantity has not undermined the quality in any way. Every ingredient is as fresh as possible, and healthy simplicity and fun flavor are delivered simultaneously in every bite. “We really emphasize both health and the overall aesthetic of the experience,” said Gabriel Hernandez, a manager at the Pensacola location. Patrons are encouraged to relax, unwind and stay as long as they want. This is a welcome relief from fast casual dining experiences where customers are often treated like cattle, milling about and rushed. The Mediterranean food at Zoe’s is not unlike the Mediterranean itself – perfectly enjoyable and something you find yourself thinking about when you’re not there. Thankfully, they’re open 11 am to 9 pm daily. Two Figs and A Date Coming in 2016 to 116 Palafox near the Saenger Theatre is Two Figs and a Date, a health-conscious restaurant with offerings as clever as its name. Their menu boasts smoothies and cold press juices, granola blends and house blend organic coffee, as well as farm-to-table healthy food items for breakfast and lunch. All food will be locally sourced from places like East Hill Honey and regional farms. They also aim to provide multiple vegetarian and gluten-free options, too. Owner Neil and his wife Brandi are the brains behind the operation, whose purpose is simple: to provide the freshest, most delicious, locally-sourced food available. They plan to grow with their customer base by offering classes on everything from soapmaking to gardening, vendor nights, and spotlights on organic farmers in the area. The team also plans to give back to the community by contributing in Gallery Night and proudly displaying local art on their restaurant walls.
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR PRO BONO SERVICE AWARDS Each year, the Supreme Court of Florida and The Florida Bar give special recognition to lawyers, groups and members of the judiciary who have freely given their time and expertise in making legal services available to the poor. The 2016 pro bono service awards ceremony will be held at the Florida Supreme Court at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 28. Nominations are welcome and must be received by Nov. 11, 2015. (Nominations for the Young Lawyers Division honor are due Oct. 19.) Nomination forms are available at www.floridabar.org for the following award categories: The Tobias Simon Pro Bono Service Award Presented annually by the chief justice to a lawyer to recognize extraordinary contributions in ensuring the availability of legal services to the poor. Named for the late Miami civil rights lawyer Tobias Simon, the award represents the Supreme Court's highest recognition of a private lawyer for pro bono service. All current recipients of The Florida Bar President's Pro Bono Awards are considered for this prestigious award, as are direct nominees who have demonstrated exemplary pro bono service over the course of their careers. The Florida Bar President's Pro Bono Service Award This award is given to an outstanding attorney for each of the state's 20 judicial circuits and to an outstanding attorney among the out-of-state Florida Bar members. The Law Firm Commendation This statewide award, presented by the chief justice, recognizes a law firm that has demonstrated a significant contribution in the provision of pro bono legal services to individuals or groups that cannot otherwise afford the services. This award recognizes extraordinary commitment on the part of a law firm to provide access to the courts for all Floridians. The Voluntary Bar Association Pro Bono Service Award Presented by the chief justice, this award recognizes a voluntary bar association that has demonstrated a significant contribution in the delivery of legal services on a pro bono basis to individuals or groups that cannot otherwise afford the services. This award recognizes an extraordinary commitment to provide access to the courts for all Floridians. The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division Pro Bono Service Award With nearly 26,000 members, the Young Lawyers Division includes all lawyers in good standing under age 36 and all new Florida Bar members of any age for their first five years in practice. The award is given to the division member who best exemplifies the highest ideals of public service. The Distinguished Judicial Service Award Presented by the chief justice, this award is given for outstanding and sustained service to the public, especially as it relates to support of pro bono legal services. Distinguished Federal Judicial Service Award The purpose of this new award, to be presented by the chief justice, is to recognize an active or retired federal judge for outstanding and sustained service to the public, whether through legal or civic service or a combination of them, especially as it relates to the support of pro bono legal services. Nominees' pro bono service contributions may be cumulative. Consideration is not limited to the events of the immediate past year. For additional information, contact public information coordinator Mark Hohmeister at The Florida Bar, 850-561-5764 or mhohmeister@flabar.org.
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