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Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Panama

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Panama? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of KANIBAL restaurant
4.9
4.9 (15)
$31 to $50
International
Panama City
About the restaurant
Somos 𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗟, el mejor rooftop de la Avenida B…
El momento perfecto en el lugar indicado.
Nos vemos a la hora del 𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗘𝗧... Disfrutarás de cócteles y comida divina. Se vale quedarse a bailar con la luna y las estrellas.

We are 𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗟, the best rooftop on Avenue B...
The perfect moment at the right place.
See you at 𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗘𝗧 hour... You'll enjoy divine cocktails and food. "It's allowed to stay and dance with the moon and the stars."

Top review
Brad
Dined 7 days ago
The rooftop view was amazing. The service was excellent and we were impressed with the creativity of the menu. Also, it was cool having a DJ. Our only criticism was that the restaurant was a bit difficult to find from the street.
A photo of Mai Mai restaurant
4.8
4.8 (120)
$31 to $50
Panamanian
Panama City
About the restaurant
Rooftop Bar - Sushi Izakaya por Maido y Maito
Costa del Este, Panama Design Center, Piso 6.

Top review
Natalie
Dined 7 days ago
Spectacular food, the place is beautiful and feels very luxurious and cozy. Great music selection. Favorite plates were the Mai Mai Tiradito and the Peruvian ceviche. Would be nice if they weren’t as intense about you picking a drink when you first arrive and sit down. Not all guests drink! Also would be nice to have our sparkling water at the table, as the waiter wasn’t always around when we wanted a refil. Besides the drinks approach, fantastic. We will return for sure.
A photo of Popino restaurant
4.8
4.8 (52)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Latin American
Panama City
About the restaurant
Experience a gastronomic fine dining at Casa Popino, a refined restaurant located in the modern Wanders and Yoo building in Panama. With a contemporary culinary perspective, Popino blends signature cuisine with modern touches, selecting the finest local products to create exquisite flavors using modern techniques. The blend of jazz sounds completes an unforgettable experience at Popino.
Top review
MahsaVIP
Dined 1 day ago
The food was incredibly amazing; exceeding our expectations in every way. The staff were incredibly attentive and went above and beyond to accommodate every request and the result was a memorable evening; the food could easily be Michelin quality… an absolute must in Panama City!
A photo of La Tapa Del Coco restaurant
4.7
4.7 (81)
$30 and under
Panamanian
Panama City
About the restaurant
La Tapa del Coco es un restaurante movimiento gastronómico que investiga, recupera y resguarda la tradición cultural afro panameña en Panamá poniéndola a disposición del mundo a través de distintos formatos, experiencias, marcas, productos y subproductos.

Su plato estrella es el One Pot Colonense y su ambiente es casual con toques juveniles.

Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 21 Dec 2024
Oh. My. God. My first time in Panama and I would come back for the food and staff alone. From the moment we pulled up, they opened the door to our Uber and helped us out of the car. They offered us to sit inside or outside even though the reservation was made minutes prior. We opted to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful lights and bar design. We also had a view of the busy kitchen, which made us appreciate the food more. After we were seated, we ordered drinks. They were NOT stingy on the alcohol. Everything was beautifully presented, drinks were filled to the brim and well tasty. Once the drinks started, they made sure we had appetizers to go with. The fish fritters were better than my mom’s (sorry mom!) and were hot and crispy with. Soft doughy inside. Omg, so much flavour. When we ordered, Daniel gave us a bit of story about the dishes, the inspiration, the flavours and the process to make them. We felt like we were in the kitchen with the staff as he spoke, and when the food came, we had so much more appreciation for the hands that prepared it. I had the oxtail and rice and peas. Perfect. No notes. My husband had the steamed fish with creamy escovich. Again. No notes. The West Indian/Caribbean/African influence jumped out and kissed me on the lips. I have never had such an experience before. God bless the entire staff at La Tapa Del Coco and I cannot wait to come back!
A photo of Atope restaurant
4.7
4.7 (15)
$31 to $50
International
Panama City
About the restaurant
Atope comienza con un concepto de menú español, que con el tiempo, fue fusionando sabores de la riqueza gastronómica panameña. Así nace su identidad, una fusión de tradición española con los sabores frescos y vibrantes de Panamá.

En nuestro restaurante, cada plato es una celebración de la diversidad de ingredientes locales y del mundo, combinados para despertar tus sentidos. Nuestro equipo se enorgullece de innovar constantemente, creando platos que sorprenden y deleitan a nuestros comensales.

Top review
ManuelVIP
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
The seafood curry special and the grilled shrimp were amazing
A photo of Azahar Panamá restaurant
4.6
4.6 (414)
$30 and under
Fusion / Eclectic
Panama City
About the restaurant
Un moderno y chic restaurant. Gastronomía única y servicio a la altura de nuestros más distinguidos y exigentes clientes. Entre la propuesta culinaria se encuentra una exquisita combinación de estilo fusión y cocina mediterránea clásica, siempre cuidando crear platillos de excelente calidad y brindar una gastronomía versátil. Se deleitará con pastas hechas en casa con los más finos rellenos, risottos, cortes de carnes, variedad de platillos a base de pescados y mariscos finamente preparados, ceviches, tiraditos, sushi, así como pastelería de primera, donde se conciben los más exquisitos postres que deleitan a nuestros comensales. Gozamos de una exclusiva bodega de vinos y espumantes con más de 90 etiquetas, permitiéndonos brindarle el maridaje perfecto para cada ocasión. Encontrará el perfecto equilibrio entre una cocina gourmet de altura, un servicio único y un selecto ambiente.
Top review
michaelVIP
Dined on 26 Nov 2024
Everything about Azahar was exceptional, from the personal attention paid to us by Franklin, to the ambiance- the terrace allowed gorgeous views of Panama bay… Mushroom risotto was mouth watering), as the food in general… an amazing, unforgettable experience… cannot wait to return for the sushi & live music !
A photo of Umi restaurant
4.6
4.6 (17)
$50 and over
Japanese
Panama City
About the restaurant
Welcome to UMI

"The Bar Experience"
We offer handrolls, Japanese raw dishes, and cocktails, a unique experience!

"The Table Experience"
Where small plates and mixology take center stage.


Top review
Tania
Dined on 3 Nov 2024
Best quality of fish in all of Panama. Beautiful decoration
A photo of KAANDELA restaurant
4.5
4.5 (112)
$31 to $50
Panamanian
Panama City
About the restaurant
We invite you to join us for our playful exploration of flavour, that is equal parts: intuition and experience. With often primitive methods of concoction such as fermentation, smoking, raw dishes, curing, pickling and the magic and unpredictability of cooking over wood fire – all coming together with elegant execution in dishes designed for sharing and pairing. Purposefully a little disruptive, we take an approach to dining that is fun, and encourages looking at traditional ideas from a new angle. This can be anything from getting stuck in with your hands, to rehashing recipes with funky local produce. We never stand still and continue to evolve – just as fire refuses to hold a single form.
Top review
BethVIP
Dined 5 days ago
The set menu for the holiday was very flavorful and the service was attentive
A photo of Salvaje - Costa del este restaurant
4.5
4.5 (54)
$30 and under
Japanese
Panama City
About the restaurant
Ubicado en el moderno y dinámico sector de Costa del Este, Panamá, Salvaje Costa del Este es un restaurante que promete una experiencia gastronómica única y sofisticada. Aunque nuestro menú es diverso y siempre está innovando, nos especializamos en ofrecer platos creativos y de alta calidad que fusionan sabores internacionales con un toque contemporáneo. Ya sea que busques una cena elegante, un almuerzo de negocios o un lugar para celebrar ocasiones especiales, Salvaje Costa del Este te ofrece un ambiente auténtico y un servicio impecable.


¡Ven y descubre lo mejor de la gastronomía en un entorno vibrante y exclusivo!

Top review
Deon
Dined 3 days ago
It was amazing there it was for my birthday and the show they put on was unexpected I enjoyed it .
A photo of Santa Rita - Casco Viejo restaurant
4.3
4.3 (213)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Panama City
About the restaurant
Fusionamos lo mejor de la gastronomía Española y Argentina, con una propuesta exclusiva para ti! Visitanos en la entrada del Casco Viejo
Top review
ChristopherVIP
Dined on 22 Nov 2024
All of the food was great. The waiter was attentive to details and the menu wonderful. The portions are huge so a stray dog had a wonderful price of steak after dinner.
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