In Panama City Beach and the surrounding towns of Panama City and Beaches of South Walton, you'll find everything from casual family dining to sports bars to quaint taverns and even a few five-star restaurants.
Despite its reputation for flash, several Panama City Beach eateries offer fancy atmospheres and cutting-edge cuisine. For families and fun seekers, The Miracle Strip has the standard assortment of themey chains and several Vegas-style dinner clubs. Diners looking for something different can try a meal on The Treasure Ship, a replica of a Spanish galleon. For romantics, the Lady Anderson dinner-dance cruises offer live bands, gospel music, and buffet dinners.
The Boatyard 5323 North Lagoon Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 249-9273 www.boatyardclub.com Known for its cool vibe and understated bar scene, The Boatyard serves up yummy casual fare right on the Great Lagoon marina. Go for a lunch of Dixie Oyster Salad and stay for the band, and later on, the frozen drinks and late-night menu.
Boars Head Restaurant & Tavern 17290 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (850) 234-6628 This Old-English style restaurant with its rustic elegance and attentive service is a favorite of both locals and visitors. Specialties include seafood, steaks & award-winning prime rib. Boondocks Restaurant 14854 Bay View Circle Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 230-0005 Get a fresh start today with their famous fried pickles! They also specialize in fresh local seafood, prepared to your order, certified Angus beef steaks and burgers, chicken and catfish. Save room for a tasty homemade dessert, too! Affordable and fun family dining on the Intracoastal Waterway nestled on the edge of West Bay under mighty fine oaks. Locals love them, and you will, too. Bud & Alley's Restaurant and Bar 2236 East County Road 30-A Seaside, FL 32459 (850) 231-5900 www.budandalleys.com There's fine dining, and then there's the finest. 2007 Florida Trend Magazine Golden Spoon Award Winner and a Top 20 Restaurant in Florida. Enjoy casual dining, award-winning menus, open-air rooftop bar and daily sunset bell ringing. On the Gulf in Seaside for 21 years. Calypso Beach Cafe & Sports Grille 15812 Front Beach Road Panama City Beach, FL 32413 (850) 234-6788 www.calypsobeachcafe.com It's New Orleans fun at the beach! Their monster menu features recipes from New Orleans, along with Gulf-fresh seafood, steaks, "made from scratch" soups and salads, kids' menu and award-winning desserts. Watch your favorite sports teams on 100+ tvs... NTN play-along sports is here! Open daily at 11am. Bring the family and let the good times roll! Canopies 4423 West Highway 98 Panama City, FL 32401 (850) 872-8444 Overlooking St. Andrews Bay in Panama City, this refined restaurant offers patio and veranda seating. Cozy and elegant, it features a menu of New American fare and an extensive wine list. Capt. Anderson's Marina 5550 North Lagoon Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (Located on Grand Lagoon at Thomas Drive) (850) 234-5940 or 1-800-360-0510 www.captandersonsmarina.com Enjoy an evening dinner cruise on the elegant Lady Anderson dining yacht. Trips to Shell Island and Dolphin Encounter, deep-sea and charter fishing boats, gift shop, Anderson seafood market or Mel's Dockside Restaurant. Capt. Anderson's Restaurant 5551 North Lagoon Dr. Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 234-2225 www.captandersons.com A Gulf Coast Legend severing more fresh seafood than any other restaurant in Florida. It’s a local tradition to dine early at Capt. Anderson’s and watch the fishing fleets unload their daily catch. Pineapple Willy's - Beachside Restaurant and Sports Bar 9875 S. Thomas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 235-0928 www.pineapplewillys.com One of the original restaurants in Panama City Beach, Pineapple Willy’s is known for their Jack Daniel’s Barbecue Ribs. Dine in the Pineapple room with 14 panoramic windows overlooking the gulf, outside on the historic pier or in the sports room with 15 big screen TVs. The Treasure Ship 3605 Thomas Drive Panama City, FL 32408 (850) 234-8881 www.thetreasureship.com Fine dining and family fun in a replica of a Spanish galleon overlooking Grand Lagoon on Panama City Beach. Live pirates roam the decks of three restaurants, including the Main Dining Room, Hook's Grille & Grog, and Captain Crabby's. |