BarSteak, downtown Pensacola steakhouse, closed for construction of 'new concept'

Downtown Pensacola steakhouse, BarSteak, is now closed and under construction for a “new concept taking over the space,” according to BarSteak social media pages as of Monday.

The restaurant opened last fall at 19 S. Palafox Place specializing in sous vide steaks, velvety French whipped potatoes and butcher-cut specialty meats. The restaurant expanded their menu to offer breakfast, lunch and dinner in the months leading up to the closure.

Johnny Mascia, who was identified as BarSteak’s owner at the time of opening, declined to comment on the closure.

Mascia also opened drive-thru salad and cocktail concept, Salad 'n Dash, in downtown Pensacola in May.

The BarSteak Facebook and Instagram accounts show footage of papered-over windows, encouraging followers to the restaurant to “follow for updates” regarding the renovation.

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