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Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Panama

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Panama? 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!


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Krume Bäcker
5.0
5 (116)
$30 and under
Organic
Panama City
About the restaurant
Somos una panadería tradicional austriaca de panes de masa madre. Utilizamos granos como: centeno Waldstaude, Emmer y Espelta de Niederösterreich una provincia boscosa al norte de Austria. Gracias a nuestra cuidadosa selección de ingredientes y énfasis en nuestros procesos de producción y elaboración. Nos hemos convertido en la primera panadería que consta con una certificación orgánica en Panamá, sumada a la certificación Demeter, otorgada por la Unión Europea a aquellos productos que cumplen estrictamente con las normas de agricultura biodinámica. Buscando maridar nuestros panes con ingredientes igualmente excepcionales, desarrollamos un menú bistro, una propuesta purista, orgánica y saludables que va desde tostadas francesas, ensaladas, sopas, “tostas” y “pastries” de masa madre. Contamos con una barra de café panameño de especialidad, que incluye variedades como el Catuaí, Caturra, Pacamara, Geisha o Maragogype. También usamos café de otras fincas para filtrados.
Top review
OpenTable Dinervip
Dined 7 days ago
This place is spectacular! 100% a must have in panama for breakfast. Small so make a reservation!
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La Tapa Del Coco
4.9
4.9 (66)
$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 Aug 30, 2024
The food, service, and ambience was amazing. My waitress Liz was great! Chef kiss to the chef, Armondo. I’ll definitely be returning.
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Salvaje - Costa del este
4.8
4.8 (21)
$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
Whitney
Dined 6 days ago
We had an amazing experience. The food was delicious and the the drinks were hand crafted and entertainment was very nice and creative
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Filomena
4.8
4.8 (90)
$31 to $50
Italian
Panama City
About the restaurant
Nuevo concepto 100% Italiano - Cucina di Mare.
Ubicado en la Avenida Balboa de la Ciudad de Panamá, Filomena te recibe con una vista inigualable. Su diseño es impactante, moderno y pulcro, al igual que cada uno de sus detalles.
Cada uno de los platos tiene una historia, un trayecto, pero sobre todo ingredientes sorprendentes. Traídos directo de Italia o hechos en casa, son la clave para lograr los sabores que te transportan.
Top review
VictoriaM
Dined on Jul 28, 2024
This restaurant is a gem. Staff was great and food fantastic. It’s the place for a special celebration or if you want to spurge a bit. Will definitely return.
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Intimo Restaurante
4.9
4.9 (31)
$31 to $50
Panamanian
Panama City
About the restaurant
Intimo Restaurant is a dining experience that takes local cuisine and traditions combined with a full beverage program. In the heart of the culinary neighborhood of San Francisco you can enjoy the small intimate mess hall with an open kitchen or enjoy the outside cozy dining experience by our outdoor garden.
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined on Aug 30, 2024
Stop here if you’re ever in the San Francisco area of Panama City! The employees are welcoming, the ambience is great, and the food is even better! The chef even tries the food to make sure it is top quality before sending it out to the customer.
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La Vespa Vistamare
4.7
4.7 (200)
$30 and under
Italian
Panama City
About the restaurant
Coming Soon!
Top review
Johnvip
Dined 7 days ago
We are visiting Panama for the first time and are staying at the JW Marriott hotel. We have met a few locals for coffee and this restaurant was highly recommended by three of them. It is just outside of the hotel overlooking the ocean. It was a Friday night and, although the reservation was easy to get, it was almost full by 7 and still that way when we left almost two hours later. It was obvious by watching the other patrons that this was a dining spot that people visited often. My wife each had an antipasti dish and shared an entree. I had the Burrata and Prosciutto and she had the Caprese. Both were excellent and the portions were generous. We shared the Ceamy lemon salmon with mashed potatoes and asparagus. It was also very good. The salmon was prepared perfectly and themashed potatoes were velvety smooth. The service was as good as I have seen anywhere, and was attentive but not overbearing. If you are in Panama City, Panama it’s worth visiting!
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Atope
4.9
4.9 (9)
$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
nikkiurrvip
Dined on Jul 26, 2024
Great experience. The sommelier is always great, giving wonderful wine recommendations. Do not miss the croquetas and palmitos.
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La Barbara x Aki Sushi
4.8
4.8 (71)
$30 and under
Sushi
Panama City
About the restaurant
Dedicated to craft cocktails and fresh sushi, La Barbara x Aki was created to bring a social and intimate but comfortable lounge to the community of Casco Viejo. Originally from LA & Toronto, Canada, we are two owner-operators who truly believe in creating a unique experience for every customer. Pass by and say hi!
Top review
Wang
Dined on Aug 3, 2024
Always Great Food... Enjoyed very much. El Camino is tasty
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Umi
4.7
4.7 (10)
$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
Yadira
Dined on Aug 20, 2024
Everything was very fresh, my favorite is chu toro and oraking.
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Makoto Panamá
4.8
4.8 (530)
$31 to $50
Japanese
Panama City
About the restaurant
La oferta de Makoto son una verdadera delicia para los sentidos. Cada bocado es una experiencia que despierta tus papilas gustativas y te transporta a un mundo de sabores exquisitos. La cocina de Makoto es una sinfonía de ingredientes frescos y cuidadosamente seleccionados, combinados con maestría para crear una explosión de sabores inolvidables.
Los platos de Makoto son una celebración de la comida japonesa en su forma más auténtica y refinada. Desde el sushi fresco y delicadamente elaborado hasta las carnes a la parrilla con una capa crujiente y marinadas en sabores únicos, cada elección es un viaje culinario que te transporta a Japón sin tener que salir de tu asiento.


Top review
Nikola
Dined 5 days ago
Amazing food and excellent service! Really recommend this place!
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