Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Panama City

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Panama City? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Restaurant Paradis

4.9

4.9 (513)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Rosemary Beach

About the restaurant

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Restaurant Paradis is a small fine dining restaurant, with an inviting full service lounge. We are committed to serving fresh seasonal ingredients, celebrating our local produce and an abundance of fresh Gulf seafood, along with prime steaks and fine wines.

As a favorite destination for locals and visitors since 2009, advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially for holidays and the summer months. Walk-ins are occasionally accepted when space is available.

You are welcome to bring your own highchair or booster seat if you are dining with a child. The restaurant does not provide them.

Top review

Kimberly

Dined 4 days ago

We enjoyed our time here! The food was excellent and we were able to bring our infant which was great since a lot of the restaurants in the area are not kid friendly after 5 pm.

Gallion’s

4.9

4.9 (1136)

$50 and over

Contemporary Southern

Rosemary Beach

About the restaurant

GALLION'S welcomes guests 18 years & older for an adult only dining experience beginning at 3pm daily. We offer a family friendly lunch dining experience from 11 am until 2:30 pm, where we welcome guests of all ages. Our bar opens at 11 am. Join us in the Bar daily for exclusive food & drink offerings of between 2:30 & 4:30pm. 18+ Dinner service kicks off at 5 pm.

Gallion's is an approachable upscale restaurant & cocktail lounge located on iconic Barrett Square in the heart of Rosemary Beach on Scenic Highway 30A.

Sophisticated small plates drive the culinary experience while flawlessly executed coastal favorites anchor the menu. The establishment boasts an extremely dynamic & opulent wine & spirits portfolio that ranges from numerous marques in the Buffalo Trace vintage collection to Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon.

Bold cocktails, a vast inventory of allocated goods, exceptional cuisine, & a timeless interior are the hallmark characteristics of this Rosemary Beach staple.

Top review

Jill

Dined 4 days ago

Our experience at Gallions was exceptional on every level…..from the charming indoor aesthetic and delicious cuisine to the impeccable service we received, we will definitely be repeat customers. Jill

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Firefly - Panama City Beach

4.8

4.8 (8114)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Panama City Beach - Bay Point

About the restaurant

Firefly Casual Fine Dining at it's Finest! Firefly specializes locally caught seafood, mouthwatering steaks seared on an 1800 degree broiler, wild game, and fresh sushi. Named one of OpenTables Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America, and winner of Florida Trend's Golden Spoon Award, Urbanspoon.com Top 250 High End Restaurant and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, quality of food and service is Firefly's mission. We want it to be much more than dinner, we want to treat you to a unique dining experience!

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Laurie

Dined 4 days ago

The sushi is first rate! Best place to enjoy a special meal at Panama City Beach!

Ambrosia 30A

4.8

4.8 (232)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Rosemary Beach

About the restaurant

Ambrosia is 30A’s iconic location for the freshest Gulf-to-table seafood and the most luxurious prime and wagyu steaks. At Ambrosia you will find authentic hospitality combined with a rich celebration of local flavors in a sophisticated upscale dining room, patio, and separate bar room. When coming to 30A, it doesn’t get any better than Ambrosia.

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MichaelVIP

Dined 1 day ago

As always, the food was fantastic and you cannot ask for a better server than Van he is first class. a midst a bunch of incredible restaurants on 30A this one stands out.

The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach

4.7

4.7 (5003)

$30 and under

Seafood

Panama City Beach - Bay Point

About the restaurant

The Grand Marlin Restaurant features a main dining area with a shucked to order oyster bar, exterior North Drop Bar overlooking Grand Lagoon, and private meeting rooms. This Panama City Beach restaurant, with an air of island casualness, serves the highest-quality cuisine, including the freshest local seafood featured on menus designed and printed daily to take advantage of the local bounty. The atmosphere creates a fusion of the Caribbean and the Panama City Beach Area. Corporate Executive Chef Gregg McCarthy has a passion for great-tasting food and particularly loves working his culinary magic with fresh Gulf Coast seafood. Boaters and beach-goers feel comfortable in shorts and flip-flops at the oyster bar, in the dining room and at the North Drop Bar. The Grand Marlin has a space and atmosphere for all occasions and is looking forward to creating an authentic experience between time and tide.

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ElayneVIP

Dined 1 day ago

The food was delicious! Snapper was delightful and dessert was beautiful and tasted wonderful.

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4.7

4.7 (1620)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Rosemary Beach

About the restaurant

Cuvee 30A is a culinary gem in the vibrant 30A community, offering unforgettable dining experiences. Led by renowned Chef Tim Creehan, this award-winning restaurant combines casual fine dining with an extensive wine list in an elegant yet comfortable setting. Chef Creehan's artistry shines in every dish, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The menu includes a variety of options, from succulent seafood and prime steaks to delightful vegetarian creations. Signature dishes like Seared Tuna Rare and Pecan Crusted Grouper showcase his culinary talent and have earned accolades, including the Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence. Enhancing the dining experience is Cuvee 30A's impressive wine list, curated by expert sommeliers. With a diverse selection of international vintages, there's a perfect pairing for every dish and occasion. Come savor the flavors at Cuvee 30A, where every meal is a celebration.

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jenniferVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We ate in the bar area. The food was delicious, service was great and the live music was perfect for background music.

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Havana Beach at The Pearl On Rosemary Beach Florida

4.7

4.7 (811)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Rosemary Beach

About the restaurant

Inspired by El Floridita, Hemingway’s favorite haunt in old-town Havana, The Pearl Hotel's signature restaurant offers a comfortable, communal ambiance full of life and steeped in the joy of living, eating and drinking well.

Enjoy Gulf Coast Americana cuisine with Caribbean influences that is also seamlessly merged with a contemporary local philosophy as meats, fish and produce are harvested from family-owned, small-producers on the Gulf Coast.

Papa Hemingway himself would’ve loved the hand-carved mahogany bar, the perfect spot for enjoying an expertly muddled cocktail, craft beer or fine wine after a day of running with the bulls or battling the mighty marlin.

Havana Beach Bar & Grill is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Dinner reservations are recommended.

Top review

Caroline

Dined 5 days ago

Love to come here when in Rosemary! We always make reservations! Food and service is always amazing!

The Wharf Fish & Oyster Company

4.4

4.4 (58)

$30 and under

Seafood

Pensacola Beach

About the restaurant

The Wharf Fish & Oyster Company is Pensacola Beach's premier dining destination, offering an elevated yet approachable experience that features waterfront views and flavors of the Gulf Coast.

Top review

Eric

Dined 1 day ago

Great experience! The staff was very attentive and personable. We had a great view looking out over the bay with some great food

Solstice Oceanfront Bar + Grill

3.9

3.9 (43)

$30 and under

American

Panama City Beach - Bay Point

About the restaurant

Located within the stunning Springhill Suites Panama City Beach beachfront hotel, Solstice Oceanfront Bar +Grill offers a delightful dining experience with breathtaking views of the Emerald Coast. Indulge in handcrafted cocktails and savor a selection of delectable bar bites or dive into our array of mouthwatering entrées. With daily specials to surprise and delight, Solstice Oceanfront Bar + Grill is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the coastal ambiance. Join us for an unforgettable culinary journey where the flavors are as refreshing as the ocean breeze.

Top review

Alan

Dined 7 days ago

Didn’t realize it was the hotel lobby. If i had been in search of a bar with a view then it would have been spot on. Wish they would separate the bar and restaurant more. Beautiful view some table had cloth some didn’t . Could have been a bit more upscale. Water on table served in plastic cup. Beer and wine came with a glass so it got better. The meal was very good. Wife had cedar plank salmon, it was delicious. Son had cornbread stuffed chicken it was very good as well. All was seasoned well and served well. The pictures just gave me an impression of a quiet dinner with a beautiful view. Not so much

SALT

3.8

3.8 (98)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Pensacola Beach

About the restaurant

Salt offers a welcoming haven where people come together to enjoy fresh from the Gulf cuisine and share in the joy of good company. Inspired by the vibrant flavors and rich cultural traditions of the Mediterranean, our dishes are created from scratch using the freshest and most flavorful ingredients available.

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StephenVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Good casual setting with good buffet Food was good

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