The Seville Quarter - Pensacola Florida! While in the Navy I spent almost 4 years in Pensacola, it was both my first time in the South and Florida. Pensacola was commonly referred to as LA (lower Alabama) and sitting on some of the most beautiful beaches on the Gulf it is definitely part of the Redneck Riviera. Truly a special place to visit and live, both of my daughters were born there and we enjoyed many fine evenings at the Seville Quarter in Pensacola Florida!
Located in downtown Pensacola, a Retro Seville Quarter joint offering booze, plus live jazz & dueling pianos in an 1871 building. It is comprised of several "rooms," each with its own theme: Rosie O'Grady's, Lili Marlene's, Fast Eddie's, Apple Annie's, Palace Oyster Bar, Phineas Phogg's and End O' The Alley Bar. The rooms are connected by covered brick alleyways. An open-air courtyard with fountain sits on the north side of the complex.
Seville Quarter in Pensacola Florida started as "Rosie O'Grady's Warehouse," a beer-and-peanuts saloon in 1967 specializing in Dixieland jazz. It was founded by Bob Snow, an ex-Navy pilot and former trumpet player for the Minneapolis symphony whose band, South Hangar Six, played jazz at private parties and nightclubs around Pensacola.
Snow rented a dilapidated brick warehouse on East Government Street (formerly home of the Pensacola Cigar and Tobacco Company) for $140 per month, and he and his bandmates made repairs and built a small bandstand. His total startup budget was limited to a last military paycheck of $400, $1,500 for the sale of his sports car, $1,700 from pawning an antique shotgun collection, and $50 from some old bottles he found behind the warehouse.
Here are some key features of Seville Quarter
- Phineas Phogg's: The main room with a large dance floor, live music, and DJs.
- Apple Annie’s: Known for its bar and dance floor, with frequent live performances.
- Rosie O’Grady’s: The original pub, offering a cozy environment with traditional drinks and live piano music.
- Lili Marlene’s: A military-themed bar that honors local service members.
- End of the Alley Bar: A more relaxed, laid-back bar with a courtyard atmosphere.
- Palazzo Lounge: Known for offering a more upscale, lounge-like experience.
- The Courtyard: An outdoor space where patrons can enjoy fresh air and drinks under the stars.
Seville Quarter still regularly hosts themed events, festivals, and private gatherings, making it a lively part of Pensacola’s cultural scene. The complex also offers a menu of food options and caters to a wide variety of tastes with its eclectic range of entertainment styles.
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