David
Fruit smoothies, salads and grilled burgers are the fare at this health-food cafe-restaurant with a US owner to the west of downtown. Good vegetarian…
Must-see restaurants in Panama
Península de Azuero
This very basic fonda serves comida típica (traditional Panamanian dishes) that won't win any culinary awards, but you can't beat the prices or the…
Panama Canal
This branch of a national cafe chain on the ground floor of the Miraflores Visitors Center serves snacks and light meals throughout the day.
Comarca de Guna Yala
The best (only?) place to eat on the island is this hole-in-the-wall not far from the pier. There'll be fish and seafood dishes on offer, as well as…
Boquete
With strawberry and other fruit batidos (shakes) that will make you quake with pleasure, this cute cafe on the road to Volcán Barú makes a worthy stop.
Darién Province
This very simple place opposite the ferry pier serves up the usual comida típica, local fare that offers few surprises but will get you through the day.
Bocas del Toro Town
In addition to moist slabs of carrot cake and freshly baked wholegrain bread, this German bakery and patisserie also sells sandwiches, salads and pasta…
El Valle
This popular pizzeria does pizzas with a range of toppings as well as meaty burgers. But save room for the tasty lemon pie and/or the signature brownie.
Bocas del Toro Town
Patronized by locals and travelers alike, this no-frills cafeteria is the best spot in town for cheap but tasty grub. Soups are especially good.
Bocas del Toro Province
Should you need a fix of rice and noodles, La Fortuna, diagonally opposite from the Urraca bus terminal, can oblige.
Boquete
Fresh produce is sold at this enclosed market on the northeastern corner of the central plaza.
Península de Azuero
The town's principal supermarket sits on the corner of Av Central and Calle Los Estudiantes.
Darién Province
This simple bakery and cake shop is one of the few food outlets in Puerto Indio.
Panama City
Churreria Manolo is something of an institution in Panama, famous for its delicious churros. Choose the simple sugar-coated variety or opt for churros…
Panama City
A neighborhood institution, this old-school diner comes complete with chess-playing señoras and no-nonsense waiters. Of course, the real reason you’re…
Panama City
Flavors in this spacious cafe include the usual suspects, with fun additions to the menu such as guanabana, mascarpone and mojito. Benissimo also rustles…
Panama City
Many feel that this longstanding restaurant is in a slump, despite its proud quarter-century tradition. Imported fish means varied offerings from unagi …
Panama City
A bistro with seasonal menus, La Posta usually dishes up beautifully presented food – though recent offerings don't always make the grade. Organic and…
Panama City
Crowded out by a slew of newer restaurants, this Italian-run brick bistro struggles to keep up. Gnocchi with fresh ricotta and percorino cheese and…
Boquete
One block east of the central plaza, this has Boquete's best selection of groceries. It's open round the clock in high season from November to February.
David
Self-caterers can head to the Super 99, a large supermarket open 24 hours a day and convenient to the city's hostels.
Darién Province
This cheap eatery serving rice and meat dishes with fried plantains is in the center of El Real near the church.
Restaurante La Paila del Pueblo
Darién Province
This simple place offers inexpensive meals (think soup or meat with rice) in a waterfront setting.
Panama City
Chain supermarket with ample selection. There's another branch in the El Dorado Mall.
