Located in the Panhandle of Florida, Panama City draws a mostly southern crowd from the ‘Bible Belt’ of the US and states below the Mason Dixon line. With strong influence from Louisiana, Creole recipes and fresh-catch fish and shrimp boats, there is no lack of excellent seafood. Here are our top 10 choices for the best dining in Panama City. We Have Already Listed Some Of The Best Hotels In Panama City Florida 32401 Here. You Can Check Them.

David’s Sno-Balls

Located on Back Beach Road, David’s Sno-Balls brings a piece of New Orleans to Panama City Beach. From the menu, order the roast beef Po-boy, the muffelata and the stuffed key lime sno-ball for dessert. There is also coffee and beignets all day long.

13913 Panama City Beach Parkway, Panama City Beach, Florida, 32407, USA
+18502361998
https://theculturetrip.com/

Firefly

Casual fine-dining venue Firefly specializes in locally caught seafood, mouthwatering steaks and even has a sushi bar. Tables are set under a romantically lit-up oak tree, which make it an excellent date spot. From the menu, say yes to the crawfish and lobster crusted halibut, venison in cranberry sauce, or spicy tuna roll.

535 N Richard Jackson Boulevard, Panama City Beach, Florida, 32407, USA
+18502493359
http://fireflypcb.com/contact/

Saltwater Grill

Upon entrance to the restaurant, the 25,000-gallon tropical saltwater aquarium will catch your eye at Saltwater Grill. Enjoy seafood and steak cuisine as well as live entertainment from the piano bar. Order the mixed grill, which is a great surf & turf combination of beef tenderloin, scallops and shrimp; or the redfish étouffée.

11040 Hutchison Boulevard, Panama City Beach, Florida, 32407, USA
+18502302739
https://saltwatergrillpcb.com/

Jesse’s Place

Jesse’s Place is a quaint, family-owned-and-operated restaurant that seats about 35 people and serves breakfast and lunch. The restaurant offers vegan and vegetarian options as well as a traditional breakfast and lunch menu. Pick the breakfast burrito or chicken and dumplings for lunch for a tasty bite.

7008 Thomas Drive, Holiday Beach, Panama City, Florida, 32408, USA
+18507081356
https://www.facebook.com/jessesplacepcb/

Another Broken Egg

Another Broken Egg has been serving breakfast, brunch and lunch in Panama City for more than 15 years. Cuisine made from fresh ingredients and creative recipes make for breakfast classics, brunch dishes and lunchtime favorites. From the menu, order biscuit beignets, blackberry grits, sweet potato pancake, or lobster and shrimp roll sliders.

11535 Hutchison Boulevard, Panama City, Florida, 32407, USA
+18502492007
https://anotherbrokenegg.com/

Surfside Shrimp Company

At Surfside Shrimp Company, food can be taken to a casual table inside or on a patio just outside the restaurant. This place is a fresh-catch seafood market and on-site oyster and seafood bar. This no-frills storefront gives way to thrills for the taste palate. Go for the eat and peel shrimp, Apalachicola oysters and the bacon-baked oysters.

5510 Thomas Drive, Gulf Lagoon Beach, Panama City, Florida, 32408, USA
+18502332233
https://www.facebook.com/surfsideshrimpcompany

Hunt’s Oyster Bar

Hunt’s Oyster Bar has been serving the locals of Panama City for more than 45 years. This family-owned-and-operated restaurant serves excellent fried fish and other seafood specialities. If you feel like trying a local menu favorite, go for the alligator tail and frog legs.

1150 Beck Avenue, Panama City, Florida, 32401, USA
+18507639645
http://www.huntsoysterbar.com/

Finn’s Island Style Grill

Family-owned-and-operated by a salt-water-loving husband and wife team, Finn’s Island Style Grill was aptly named after their firstborn child. Rumored to have the best fish tacos in Panama Beach, Finn’s motto is to keep it simple, fresh and consistent. You can’t go wrong with that. From the menu, try the fish tacos, of course.

7220 Thomas Drive, Holiday Beach, Panama City, Florida, 32408, USA
+18502493466
https://www.finnsgrub.com/

BAREFOOT HIDEAWAY GRILL

Kick your shoes off and get BARE at one of the few remaining local beachfront restaurants! The Barefoot Hideaway Grill, located between the Legacy By The Sea hotel and the Beachbreak By The Sea hotel at 15405 Front Beach road. Barefoot is serving up seafood, sandwiches, surf and sunshine daily from its open-air beachfront deck. Enjoy delicious food and drinks, gulf breezes, beach volleyball and seasonal live entertainment. Sample our signature items like our Barefoot Burger made with 100% Angus beef or our delicious Key Lime Pie! Treat the little tootsies to a kid’s meal served on a souvenir Frisbee. Come enjoy the sunsets on our open air deck! Opening Soon will be the Barefoot on the Beach….same great menu and drinks at the east end of the beach. Barefoot on the Beach is located at 11073 Front Beach Road…..check us out!

City Beach FL
15405 Front Beach Rd.
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
(850) 249-2031
www.barefoothideaway.com

CAPT. JACK’S FAMILY BUFFET (EAST END)

Panama City Beach’s newest and finest seafood buffet is housed in a charming and unusual historic building on Thomas Drive. Hosted by renown local restauranteur, Jack Bishop, and an experienced crew that has been serving Panama City Beach since 1971. Three great buffets daily: breakfast, lunch and dinner. The finest #1 crab legs are included with every dinner buffet. Truly, the best seafood value on the beach.

RESTAURANTS Panama City Beach FL
8208 Thomas Dr.
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(850) 236-8555
www.captjackspcbeach.com