We went on a night without live music. I wasn't sure what to expect aside from knowing it was a popular music venue and near enough to downtown to make it a walk-able destination.I was really pleasantly surprised to see such a nice patio for sitting outside, but an equally nice inside with good seating, standing room and bar. We stayed for a bit of trivia night, some inexpensive drinks and dinner from the nearby food truck. I would certainly return.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Michael Racine
I've been going to the Handlebar for years. So many years, so many great shows, so many amazing people. It's nice to see the new place under the new ownership. Love it. Thanks for keeping the dream alive. I will see you soon.Take it easy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rhonda Duffie-Dixon
I went for a Drag Show and absolutely enjoyed the atmosphere, the space, the bar set up and the outside/courtyard seating is possible.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
eb n
the female bartender is horrible and will get mad at you for absolutely nothing the male bartender was wonderful but left early from the bikini trill event because of her aswell as paid twice once for tickets and once for an entry fee youd think $90 for 3 people would be enough but nah $15 more at the door per person get over your selfs.Vegetarian options: none dont come here
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 3
Patrick Sullivan
Awesome punk rock shows. 10/10.
MattAndMistyAdventures Edmondson
Food truck, Sauce Boss is amazing, beer selection in good and lot of great live music.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
kayla robbins
The much needed remodel is **chefs kiss** I love this place. The people are nice, and the vibe is great! I really like outdoor seating area, if you need to take a break but want to still enjoy the scene and music. This is the o.g. Spot to go for local shows.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lamar Brown
Caught Eric Lindell on January 18th, and I must say had a fantastic electric evening. Eric provides a unique blend of soul, Cajun, and West coast rock that is just plain fun and easy to dance to. The vibe was surreal with a different mix of patrons all having a great time. A real jewel of an evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Sara Wiggins
The Handlebar is magical. It is a refuge and a sanctuary for lovers of music of all types.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
John Blake Temple
Best venue in Pensacola! One of my favorite spots! Awesome staff!
I haven't been here in 20 years until two days ago. It's been remodeled and is a lot nicer. The atmosphere was very friendly and I only got kicked once. Stay away from the girl skanking. The stage lighting was great and the bar tender was super friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wulfe Matrax
Grade A Jams on stage, Sauce Boss food trailer right outside with fantastic sauces and fast food for the bar patrons, and stellar service from its staff. I check out Nervous Pulp every time they play
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Too Handsome
My experience is here was not that
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
CJ J.
Handlebar has a varied crowd depending on who's playing & type of music. I like they offer a variety of genres to appeal to different interests & age groups. We went recently to hear Eric Lindel & his band. Crowd ranged in age from 30s to 60s & were friendly, enthusiastic & lively. Like it's a smaller venue where you are close to the band & feel really connected to the band, music & audience. Seeing Eric Lindel there was fabulous! Place has a "casual industrial hip" style inside with a nice open courtyard on the side. Beer was cold, bartenders provided good, friendly service. Place is very clean. Bathrooms are as nice as a luxury hotel's. Handlebar doesn't have a kitchen but Sauce Burger food truck is outside. Still wish they had chips or something at the bar cause food truck closes several hours before bar does. Looking forward to another show or just to go have a beer.
We went on a night without live music. I wasn't sure what to expect aside from knowing it was a popular music venue and near enough to downtown to make it a walk-able destination.I was really pleasantly surprised to see such a nice patio for sitting outside, but an equally nice inside with good seating, standing room and bar. We stayed for a bit of trivia night, some inexpensive drinks and dinner from the nearby food truck. I would certainly return.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I've been going to the Handlebar for years. So many years, so many great shows, so many amazing people. It's nice to see the new place under the new ownership. Love it. Thanks for keeping the dream alive. I will see you soon.Take it easy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went for a Drag Show and absolutely enjoyed the atmosphere, the space, the bar set up and the outside/courtyard seating is possible.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
the female bartender is horrible and will get mad at you for absolutely nothing the male bartender was wonderful but left early from the bikini trill event because of her aswell as paid twice once for tickets and once for an entry fee youd think $90 for 3 people would be enough but nah $15 more at the door per person get over your selfs.Vegetarian options: none dont come here
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 3
Awesome punk rock shows. 10/10.
Food truck, Sauce Boss is amazing, beer selection in good and lot of great live music.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The much needed remodel is **chefs kiss** I love this place. The people are nice, and the vibe is great! I really like outdoor seating area, if you need to take a break but want to still enjoy the scene and music. This is the o.g. Spot to go for local shows.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caught Eric Lindell on January 18th, and I must say had a fantastic electric evening. Eric provides a unique blend of soul, Cajun, and West coast rock that is just plain fun and easy to dance to. The vibe was surreal with a different mix of patrons all having a great time. A real jewel of an evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
The Handlebar is magical. It is a refuge and a sanctuary for lovers of music of all types.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Best venue in Pensacola! One of my favorite spots! Awesome staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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I haven't been here in 20 years until two days ago. It's been remodeled and is a lot nicer. The atmosphere was very friendly and I only got kicked once. Stay away from the girl skanking. The stage lighting was great and the bar tender was super friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Grade A Jams on stage, Sauce Boss food trailer right outside with fantastic sauces and fast food for the bar patrons, and stellar service from its staff. I check out Nervous Pulp every time they play
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My experience is here was not that
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Handlebar has a varied crowd depending on who's playing & type of music. I like they offer a variety of genres to appeal to different interests & age groups. We went recently to hear Eric Lindel & his band. Crowd ranged in age from 30s to 60s & were friendly, enthusiastic & lively. Like it's a smaller venue where you are close to the band & feel really connected to the band, music & audience. Seeing Eric Lindel there was fabulous! Place has a "casual industrial hip" style inside with a nice open courtyard on the side. Beer was cold, bartenders provided good, friendly service. Place is very clean. Bathrooms are as nice as a luxury hotel's. Handlebar doesn't have a kitchen but Sauce Burger food truck is outside. Still wish they had chips or something at the bar cause food truck closes several hours before bar does. Looking forward to another show or just to go have a beer.
The best damn bar in Pensacola.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5