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The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach, FL
The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach, FL
The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach, FL
The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach, FL
The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach, FL

The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach

4.8
4.8
4200 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
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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2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 23 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (850) 249-1500
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Gregg McCarthy
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining for parties of up to 80 guests. We also offer 2 semi-private dining rooms which can accommodate groups of up to 40 guests each.
  • Private party contact
    Danne Delano: (850) 238-8686
  • Neighborhood
    Panama City Beach - Bay Point
  • Cross street
    Thomas Drive
  • Parking details
    Self Parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,200 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Food

  • Northwest Florida

    Best Value

  • Northwest Florida

    Good for groups

  • Northwest Florida

    Great for scenic views

  • Northwest Florida

    Good for special occasions

  • Northwest Florida

    Seafood

  • Northwest Florida

    Most Booked

  • Panama City

    Best Overall

  • Panama City

    Best Food

  • Panama City

    Best Service

  • Panama City

    Best Ambiance

  • Panama City

    Best Value

  • Panama City

    Good for groups

  • Panama City

    Hot spot

  • Panama City

    Neighborhood gem

  • Panama City

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Panama City

    Lively

  • Panama City

    Most Booked

4,200 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Mississippi

    142 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    142 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    My wife and I have had several nice evenings dining here prior, and today was just as good. The drink and food were wonderful and the service was top notch. Our server was Jackson and he really helped make our evening special. We were lucky to have had him. Thank you!!!

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  2. JohnZ

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal! Sea scallops were perfectly cooked. Red snapper was also great. They make a special menu just for your event. Our was our anniversary. Brought us a free dessert for the occasion.

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  3. KennethB

    New Mexico

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Grand Marlin is our favorite seafood restaurant in PCB. Fish and oysters always super fresh, and it you can tell. We have been there ~8 times and often take our guests there

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  4. KenL

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just a fantastic place to have a great dinner. Great service. It's our go-to place for all our special occasions. Love that you can have them put messages, like Happy Anniversary, on the menu. Makes the occasion extra special.

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  5. GuyM

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Service was outstanding. Food was great. Honestly one of the best dinning experiences we have had in a long time. The staff is fantastic. Food was seasoned very well and cook wonderfully. Again I can’t stress enough how great and attentive the staff is. In a poor service world we live in. This place is a gem.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We frequent the Grand Marlin as we have never had a bad experience. Wonderful food, great service and the ambience is very good. We will continue to come for every special occasion and whenever the mood strikes us. You cannot go wrong with this choice

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    Food was cold and not the best. The crab cake and salad was unacceptable. The fries were greasy and cold. The steak was one that could be bought at Walmart and cooked; however, it was edible.

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  8. ADinSD2013

    Jacksonville

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We had oysters and a cup of she crab soup for appetizers both of which were amazing. My husband had the shrimp pesto pasta which he absolutely loved while I had salmon which was just okay. Our server, Zack, was very attentive and professional, you think you’re eating at a fine dining establishment!

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  9. kimmy

    E. Tennessee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Grouper picatta, pesto shrimp with pine nuts was great, also seafood stew was greatfull of seafood! cream brulle was great!

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  10. Notta

    E. Tennessee

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Nice casual dinner along the marina. All food servings were excellent from appetizer through dessert. Put on your dinner list.

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  11. AmberB

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great service! Had Thanksgiving plate which is amazing. The scallops here are phenomenal. Lobster fingers and Grouper Piccata excellent also. Great place to catch sunset on the water. Luke is a fantastic server and always remembers us when we come back.

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  12. TONYA

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nathaniel’s attentiveness and professionalism made the experience very enjoyable. As always, the food was amazing!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been coming to The Grand Marlin for many years now, and it’s just always a pleasure. We get a booth right at the corner you could see the dock. The service is exceptional. The food is great and I get the best margarita that I ever have had there, we especially love the lobster fingers

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    It was cold and sitting by open air area upstairs was very chilly

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  15. AlecC

    Tallahassee

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our tradition is to have Thanksgiving dinner at Grand Marlin. We enjoy the traditional feast and add she crab soup and a praline basket. The food is delicious and Hannah our server took great care of us.

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  16. TammyM

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved the many choices of fresh seafood. Our meals were delicious, and the service was outstanding!

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  17. Steve

    Alabama

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Always enjoy the Grand Marlin. Thanksgiving meal was delicious and had generous portions. It was $37 per person. Service was a little slower than usual. I suppose with the holiday that should be expected.

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  18. TommyS

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of our favorite restaurants in Panama City. Food is always good and their service is excellent. Servers are very friendly and accommodating.

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  19. CindyC

    Key West

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I LOVE this restaurant! The staff and management are always so friendly and making sure everything is to your satisfaction. They all are happy to be there. The food is over the top great! The atmosphere is very upscale and it sits in the Bay, which offers a great view of nice walk after your meal. Plenty of parking too! Great job team!!!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome wayvto spend Thanksgiving. Food was excellent. Service was point on. we will definitely be back

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  21. datenight

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice experience for our pre holiday meal with extended family.

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  22. LynneS

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food service. My favorite restaurant in PCB. Take all my visitors to your restaurant. Thanks!

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous dinner, great service, beautiful restaurant and view

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Spent our Anniversary here and Luke took good care of us. Food, well plated and delicious. Customer service was excellent. We had a 4pm dinner appointment so it was still quiet. Manager came by and inquired our status. It would’ve been a 5* if she had introduced herself though.

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  25. DonaldM

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great and the service was outstanding.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great food and service!! We will dine there again. Great way to celebrate our anniversary!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My partner and I arrived and were immediately greeted with a friendly front desk staff. Hunter was our server and he was very well versed on the menu and his suggestions were absolutely spot on. We had the bbq oysters topped with bacon, the grouper piccata, and the fried seafood dinner. Everything was so good and our sides paired well with our respective dish. The drinks were also really good. We had a delicious complimentary dessert as well to celebrate our anniversary. I would definitely come back again.

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  28. SoroushJ

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect visit, perfect server and manager. Thank you

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  29. BMan

    Chicago

    77 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    A tale of 2 entrees. I had the Parmesan crusted grouper with sautéed spinach and whipped potatoes Excellent! Cooked perfectly and extremely flavorful. Unfortunately, my wife's entrée of Shrimp and Grits was a total miss. The meal was promptly removed from the bill and we still received the evening wine special. Service was very good and the proprietor was very apologetic. I am chalking this up to sometimes , things happen.

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  30. RobC

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a slow Tuesday night with crummy weather, but that made for a light crowd, which made for excellent and fast service. The food was a mazing and the wine was well priced. This will continue to be one of our go-to restaurants when guests visit from out of town!

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  31. Jimd71st

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Another wonderful experience. Perfect record of quality service and amazing food.

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  32. HaleyD

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here for our anniversary. Loved the food and the atmosphere. They had personalized anniversary menus for us. Felt really special.

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  33. ChrisH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was my wife & I first wedding anniversary & they made it as special as it could. Fresh swordfish was amazing & having the options of different fresh fish every day is just awesome! Will be back next year!!! Thank you The Grand Marlin for the experience!

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  34. BethS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service, food was excellent with generous portions. Enjoyed sitting upstairs overlooking the water. It was my friends birthday and she got the free dessert and it was amazing!

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  35. Palbarrett

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, excellent service. Great happy hour!!

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  36. ElizabethE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here to celebrate our anniversary. Everyone was extremely nice and our server made excellent recommendations. Nice touch was that the restaurant made us customized menus to celebrate our anniversary. Recommend ordering the BBQ oysters for an appetizer.

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  37. Jacque

    Nashville

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Has never disappointed! The food, service and overall feeling that they value us as customers

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  38. MitchellW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent! The service was excellent and the reception in the lobby was great!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience! The red snapper and crab cakes were delicious and their brown butter caper sauce was amazing!

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  40. KMac

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Grouper Piccata dinner was excellent as were the Oysters Rockefeller. Martinis & Crème Brûlée also excellent. Pleasant server too.

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FAQs

The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (850) 249-1500.

The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach is rated 4.8 stars by 4200 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach

5323 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Thomas Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Panama City Beach - Bay Point
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self Parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gregg McCarthy
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (850) 249-1500
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining for parties of up to 80 guests. We also offer 2 semi-private dining rooms which can accommodate groups of up to 40 guests each.
  • Private party contact
    Danne Delano: (850) 238-8686
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