A Taste of the Mediterranean: Skopelos at New World

Visit the Mediterranean in historic downtown Pensacola

photo courtesy of arianne pearce

Skopelos at New World aims to transport your tastebuds to a Mediterranean island while making you feel right at home.

The Silivos family opened their Pensacola restaurant in 1959, naming it after their former island home. Skopelos at New World is at once an homage to their family’s heritage as well as historic downtown Pensacola.

Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase stunning views of downtown. Historic paintings adorn the walls of the restaurant’s location inside of a former box factory.

On the same property as the beautiful boutique hotel, New World Inn, Skopelos encompasses the premier aspects of Pensacola.

As you dine on pistachio crusted ahi tuna, gyro nachos, a rack of lamb, pork osso bucco or the signature dish of Scamp Cervantes (a personal favorite of president George H.W. Bush) you might momentarily forget which city you’re in.

The menu is best described as, “coastal casual with a Mediterranean flair.” The visionary behind Skopelos is Executive Chef Gus Silivos, who, being the son of original owner Paul Silivos, has worked in the family restaurant since he was 11.

His unique touch on hospitality and food has earned Silivos many awards, and he is proud to be included as one of Pensacola’s Celebrity Chefs. With such a designation, he aims to provide menu options that will please any guest.

A steak lover will delight in the USDA Certified Angus steaks, the seafood fan can choose from the freshest Gulf offerings, a vegetarian will smile when seeing the impressive lunch salad bar or menu options such as the vegan popcorn cauliflower bites (expertly crafted by Chef de Cuisine, Takara Smith, and mouthwatering for all).

The mezze plates are also a great way to share and experience the coastal and Mediterranean flavors Skopelos has to offer. Brunch, lunch or dinner — pair your dish with a house-crafted cocktail or a selection from Skopelos’ impressive wine list, recognized by “Wine Spectator” with the 2017 Award of Excellence.

Further adding to the experience, the staff is thoroughly trained to anticipate the wants and needs of each guest, transferring that extra care into a specialized experience. The union of casual, fine dining and plates that will take your palate on an adventure invite you to a new world, indeed.

Skopelos at New World  600 S. Palafox St., Pensacola  |  (850) 432-6565  |  skopelosatnewworld.com