Place Category: American, Burgers, Comfort Food, Outside Dining, and Weekend BrunchPlace Tags: Dog Friendly Patio, Kids Menu, and Military Discounts
Welcome to True Grit American Bistro, where culinary excellence meets Southern charm in Pensacola, Florida. Our bistro is inspired by the essence of American cuisine, celebrating bold flavors, locally sourced ingredients, and a passion for delivering an unforgettable dining experience.
Nestled amidst the vibrant streets of Pensacola, we invite you to savor our chef-inspired creations, crafted with dedication and a touch of Southern grit, promising a culinary journey unlike any other. Whether you’re a local seeking familiar flavors with a twist or a visitor eager to explore the culinary landscape, make True Grit American Bistro your destination!
Brunch Is Served Saturday From 8am – 2pm & Sunday 8am – 3pm.
We’re across from the Pensacola Interstate Fair and only 2 miles from 5 Flags Speedway in Pensacola.
Ample free parking day or night.
True Grit American Bistro Menu - Updated 3/20/2024
Menu and prices subject to changeTRUE GRIT AMERICAN BISTRO MENU
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up-to-date with weekly specials.
We proudly honor our military, law enforcement, and first responders with 10% off daily with valid ID.
MORNING STARTERS
Served all day with an order of seasoned country potatoes.SMOTHERED BREAKFAST BURRITO 15.99
A flour tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, country potatoes, poblano queso, and your choice of bacon, sausage, ham, or chorizo. Then we cover the whole deal in our famous green chile.
Add tomatoes and green onions 1.25
Add avocado 2.00CROISSAN’WICH 13.00
A large buttery croissant with scrambled eggs, American cheese, and your choice of ham, bacon, or sausage.HUEVOS RANCHEROS 15.50
Crispy carnitas, poblano queso, and two eggs served on top of grilled tortillas. Topped with salsa.
Add a side of Green Chile 2.993 BREAKFAST TACOS 13.25
Scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon or sausage. Topped with salsa.
Add a taco for 2.50.BRUNCH BURGER 16.50
Beef patty topped with bacon, your choice of cheese, and a sunny-side up egg.
Add grilled onions, spring mix, and tomato 2.99COUNTRY BREAKFAST 13.00
Two eggs cooked to order. Your choice of bacon or sausage, seasoned country potatoes, and toast.
Add a side of Gouda Grits 2.99AVOCADO TOAST TRIO 13.25
Slices of toasty baguette and seasoned mashed avocado served 3 ways. You choose!
Add a toast 3.25GREEK: feta, bruschetta topping, cucumber, balsamic glaze
STRAWBERRY: Fresh sliced strawberries and balsamic glaze
CHIPOTLE: Cotija cheese, Pico de Gallo, chipotle ranch
EGG: Cooked to order
SHAREABLES
GRIT BALLS OF FIRE 10.00
A basket of our gouda grits, bacon pieces, cheddar cheese, and jalapeños rolled together with a crunchy panko breading and deep fried. Served with chipotle ranch dipping sauce.SAUCY SAMPLER 12.00
A warm baguette served with a side of our homemade beer cheese, Cajun cream sauce, and poblano queso for dipping.STREET TACOS 14.00
Cheesey double-stuffed corn tortillas grilled and filled with carnitas, red onion, cilantro, and cotija cheese. Served with chips and salsa.
Add a side of Green Chile 2.99BAVARIAN SOFT PRETZELS 13.00
Basket of soft pretzels served with our homemade beer cheese.CAPRESE SALAD 14.00
Slices of tomato layered with fresh mozzarella and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze.GREEN CHILE CHEESE FRIES 15.00
A bed of crispy french fries topped with homemade poblano queso, carnitas, diced tomato, green onions, and roasted jalapeños. Smothered in our authentic pork green chile.SAMMICHES
Served with a side of chips. Pickle upon request.
Turn any sammich into a wrap!TGAB BLT 15.00
Toasted sourdough stacked with thick-cut bacon, crisp lettuce, and a fried green tomato with garlic aioli.PHILLY HALF/WHOLE 11/ 15.75
A toasted Amaroso bun slathered with delicious cheese sauce and filled with Angus beef, peppers, and onions.
Add a side of Green Chile 2.99LOTZA MOZZA PANINI 15.50
Toasted Amaroso baguette with fresh mozzarella cheese, spinach, bruschetta, and garlic aioli.GRILLED CHICKEN CLUB 14.75
Sliced chicken breast, crisp lettuce, thick-cut bacon, tomato, and garlic aioli on toasted sourdough.
Add Buffalo sauce 1.00AWARD-WINNING BURGERS
Our burgers are hand-pattied, cooked to order, and served with a side of french fries. Pickle upon request.BREW BURGER 17.00
2021 & 2022 WINNER!
Burger Battle By The Bay
Comes loaded with grilled red and poblano peppers, grilled onions, and homemade beer cheese on a toasted bun.BACON CHEESEBURGER 14.00
American cheese, thick-cut bacon, red onion, lettuce, and tomato.GREEN CHILE BURGER 16.25
Grilled tortilla stuffed with a well-done burger patty, cheddar cheese, black beans, and poblano queso topped with lettuce, tomato, green onions and smothered in our famous green chile.
Add avocado 2.00SMOKEHOUSE BURGER 17.75
2023 WINNER!
Burger Battle By The Bay
Topped with cheddar cheese, delicious thick-cut pork belly, bacon habanero BBQ sauce, crispy onions, lettuce and tomato on a toasted bun.HAWAIIAN BURGER 15.50
Sweet and savory burger with pepper jack cheese, grilled pineapple, fried spam, and sweet Thai chile sauce on a toasted bun.SIGNATURE BOWLS
All signature bowls are served on your choice of mac & cheese or gouda grits.BIG LAGOON 16.25
Sauteed shrimp, smoked sausage, grilled red peppers and onions with our homemade Cajun cream sauce.ANGRY BIRD 16.00
Chopped Buffalo chicken breast and bacon topped with cheddar cheese, ranch, and green onions.SHRIMP & GRITS 17.00
Gouda grits, shrimp, Cajun cream sauce, and green onions.CHEESEBURGER MAC 16.00
Creamy mac & cheese topped with ground beef, bacon, cheddar cheese, tomato, and green onion.BOWL OF PORK GREEN CHILE 14.00
A large bowl of authentic pork green chile topped with cheddar cheese and served with a warm tortilla.SMOKEHOUSE BOWL 15.00
Grilled chicken breast and pulled pork tossed in BBQ sauce. Topped with cheddar cheese and crispy onions.SALADS
CAESAR SALAD 10.00
Crisp romaine lettuce topped with parmesan cheese and croutons.CHEF SALAD 15.00
Mixed greens topped with ham, bacon, cheddar cheese, hard boiled egg, tomatoes, and cucumber.TGAB SALAD 14.00
Mixed greens topped with mozzarella, basil, tomato, and balsamic vinaigrette.PROTEIN ADD-ONS
Add Chicken Breast 4.50
Add Shrimp 6.00
Add Bacon 3.75
Add Angus Beef 5.25SIDES
Mac & Cheese 2.75
Gouda Grits 2.50
Side Salad 3.99
Fresh Fruit 2.99
Pork Green Chile 2.99 17.00/quartDESSERTS
Homemade Bread Pudding with caramel sauce 9.00
Key Lime Pie 7.00
Cereal Milk Creme Brulee 9.00
Cheesecake with seasonal fruit 9.00We proudly give back to our military community! 10% off all day everyday!
True Grit American Bistro Brunch Menu - Updated 3/20/2024
Menu and prices subject to changeBRUNCH MENU
Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 8am – 2pm.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up-to-date with weekly specials.
We proudly honor our military, law enforcement, and first responders with 10% off daily with valid ID.
ALL BRUNCH ITEMS COME WITH BREAKFAST POTATOES
SMOTHERED BREAKFAST BURRITOS 15.99
A flour tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, country potatoes, poblano queso, and your choice of bacon, sausage, ham, or chorizo. Then we cover the whole thing in our famous green chile.
Add tomatoes and green onions 1.25
Add avocado 2.00BRUNCH BOWL 14.50
2 eggs and your choice of bacon or smoked sausage served over a big bowl of gouda grits.
Add tomatoes and green onion 1.25BYO OMELETTE 15.00
A 3 egg omelette filled with 1 meat, 2 veggies, and choice of cheese.
Smoked sausage, bacon, ham, chorizo, breakfast sausage, tomato, grilled onion, grilled peppers, salsa.
Add green chile 1.25
Additional toppings 1.00CRAB CAKE BENNY 17.50
2 delicious crab cakes served over a toasted engligh muffin topped with poached eggs and hollandaise.TGAB CLASSIC BENNY 15.00
Thick cut ham served over a toasted english muffin topped with poached eggs and hollandaise.SEASONAL FRENCH TOAST 15.50
A new french toast with seasonal toppings every week. Ask you server for details!BRUNCH BURGER 16.50
Beef patty topped with bacon, your choice of cheese, and a sunny-side up egg.
Add grilled onions, spring mix, and tomato 2.99HUEVOS RANCHEROS 15.50
Crispy carnitas, poblano queso, and two eggs served on top of grilled tortillas. Topped with salsa.
Add a side of Green Chile 2.99PANCAKE STACK 15.00
3 fluffy golden pancakes with your choice of meat and 2 eggs cooked to order.
Add a side of Gouda Grits 2.99CHICKEN & WAFFLES 16.00
Crispy fried chicken tenders served over golden waffles with a spicy honey glaze.
Add 2 eggs 2.00BRUNCH BLT 15.00
Toasted white bread with thick-cut bacon, crisp lettuce, and a fried green tomato topped with garlic aioli and a fried egg.
Add a side of Green Chile 2.99BISCUITS & GRAVY 16.00
Served with a heaping portion of homemade sausage gravy and 2 sausage patties.CHICKEN FRIED FINGER SANDWICH 16.50
Openfaced sourdough toast topped with 2 fried chicken fingers and covered in sausage gravy.SHRIMP & GRITS 17.00
Gouda grits, shrimp, Cajun cream sauce, and green onion.AVOCADO TOAST TRIO 13.25
Slices of toasty baguette and seasoned mashed avocado served 3 ways. You choose!
Add a toast 3.25GREEK: feta, bruschetta topping, cucumber, balsamic glaze
STRAWBERRY: Fresh sliced strawberries and balsamic glaze
CHIPOTLE: Cotija cheese, Pico de Gallo, chipotle ranch
EGG: Cooked to orderSIDES
2 Eggs 3.00
2 Strips Bacon 2.75
Breakfast Potatoes 2.50
Sausage Patty 2.00
Smoked Sausage 2.25
Toast 1.50
English Muffin 1.75
Seasonal Fruit 2.50
Green Chile or Gouda Grits 2.99DRINK MENU
CRITTY’S MACHO MARY 18.50
A 32oz. Bloody Mary topped with a heaping portion of snacking goodies.HAIR OF THE DOG 18.00
A flight of 4 different Bloody Mary flavors served with assorted goodies.MIMOSA FLIGHT 18.00
A flight of 4 different Mimosa flavors served with assorted snacking goodies.MIMOSA 7.00
A glass of champagne topped with orange juice.