Dry Aged to Perfection

Only higher grades of meat with a large evenly distributed fat content can be dry aged. Because of this, dry-aged beef is seldom available outside of exclusive restaurants and upscale butcher shops. The key effect of dry aging is the concentration and saturation of the natural flavor, as well as the tenderization of the meat texture. 

Our process changes beef by two means. Moisture is evaporated from the muscle. The resulting process creates a greater concentration of beef flavor and taste. Secondly, the beef’s natural enzymes break down the connective tissue in the muscle, which leads to more tender beef. Once the aging process is completed in our temperature and humidity controlled meat locker, beef is flame broiled in our 1600 degree oven.

130 Years of Pensacola History 

In 1888, physician and significant property owner, John Brosnaham, built a two-story brick and stucco structure on East Government Street. This building was built over a parcel of property that was the site of the Spanish Presidio (1752-1763) and British Fort Pensacola (1763-1781). The ground that Andrew Jackson walked, on his way to meet with Spanish Governor Callava for the transfer of the territory from Spain to the United States, on July 17, 1821, is now below your feet. 

Today, the 123 East Government is located across the street from the world famous “Rosie O’Grady’s.” Rosie’s is the flagship room of the Seville Quarter Entertainment Complex and is also owned and operated by Wilmer H. Mitchell and his family. 130 years after the building was constructed, history continues with The District: Seville Steak & Seafood.

This building has seen many different tenants, owners, and businesses housed within its brick walls. The first tenants of the Brosnaham building were the Pfeiffer family, operating a General Store as well as selling Crockery and Pottery. Then, in the early 1900’s, it was known as Lilienthal Liquor. Shortly after Lilienthal Liquor, city records show it was occupied by Pensacola Fruit and Produce Company from 1910 to 1940. During World War II, it was the Gulf Power headquarters until the utility moved to another downtown location. 123 East Government then sat empty until 1959 when Marchant Calculator, Inc moved in. It was not long after when it became the City Administration Building, known commonly as the City Hall “Annex” in 1963. When the City vacated the Government Street location it briefly titled to the legendary “Trader Jon” Weissman.

Mr. Mitchell, seeing immense opportunity in the Historic District, decided to purchase the building.  It was mostly used as a warehouse and storeroom until last year when the fore-thinking current owners began renovations to create The District: Seville Steak & Seafood.  They bring to the vibrant Seville Historic District a New American Steakhouse with sophisticated and contemporary furnishings in an Old World setting. Although upscale in quality and service, The District will provide a relaxing, inviting dining experience for locals and visitors alike.

lisa Benson, General Manager