Take a Foodie Tour of Panama
If you’d like to take a self-guided foodie tour, here are a few favorite items at local restaurants. For a fun afternoon, go to 3 or 4 places, order just one thing at each place, and share. Or, if you’d like, we can arrange half-day transportation for you so you can relax and have fun.
Have fun, and happy tasting!
Have fun, and happy tasting!
Darna's DeliOrder this:
Labneh cheese dip with homemade bread sticks Insider Tip: Kosher deli. Closed Saturdays. Area: Punta Pacifica |
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Ciao (at the Hard Rock Hotel)Order this:
Lobster roll sandwich & a lychee martini Insider Tip: On the second level, up the escalator. You can eat in the restaurant or bar area. Area: Ave. Balboa |
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The Fish Market (Food Truck)Order this:
Fish tacos Insider Tip: This is a food truck, not to be confused with fresh seafood market Mercado de Mariscos (that Gringos refer to as the fish market). Area: Casco Viejo |
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Segundo MuelleOrder this:
Causa Segundo Muelle Insider Tip: You have a stunning view of the ocean in this famous Peruvian restaurant. A Causa is a appetizer that has potato, crab and fish layered like a torte. Area: Ave. Balboa |
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Paul'sOrder this:
Beef Tartine Insider Tip: Paul’s is a French chain that is over 125 years old. They know what they’re doing. Area: San Francisco (MultiPlaza Mall) |
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VeramarOrder this:
Lobster Cocktail (appetizer) – called “Coctel de Langosta” Insider Tip: This is served warm in a pink mayo sauce. I prefer it cold, so I order it "to go" and stick it in the fridge. Area: Veracruz (than 5 minutes from Casa Bonita) |
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La StregaOrder This:
Fettucini Strega Insider Tip: This homemade fettucine is mixed with Porcini mushrooms, truffle, Prosciutto and cream sauce, and then spooned hot into a big wheel of aged Italian parmesan cheese. The result is something you will dream about! Area: Calle 50 - Bella Vista |
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For more inspiration, visit MelissaDarnay.com for a full wine and food blog, focusing on Panama's culinary offerings.