Restaurants - Panama City Beach, Florida

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.

Capt. Anderson's Restaurant

5551 North Lagoon Dr.
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(850) 234-2225
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.

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Pineapple Willy's

9875 S. Thomas Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(850) 235-0928
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.

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The Treasure Ship

3605 Thomas Drive
Panama City, FL 32408
(850) 234-8881
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.

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THE BOATYARD

5323 North Lagoon Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(850) 249-927

Known for its cool vibe, live music, laid-back bar scene; The Boatyard dishes out yummy casual fare right on the Great Lagoon marina. Go for a lunch of Dixie Oyster Salad and stay for the band, the frozen drinks, and the late-night menu.

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SCHOONER'S

5121 Gulf Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
(850) 235-3555
A spring break favorite, Schooner's regularly sees its patrons dancing on the tables before nights end. Live reggae, rock, and R&B bands accompany drink specials and big crowds of enthusiastic spring breakers.

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Saltwater Grill

11040 Hutchison Boulevard
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
(850) 230-2739
As soon as you enter this Panama City Beach, Florida, restaurant, you are presented with a panoramic view of a seven foot high, 25,000-gallon tropical saltwater aquarium. Both the Café dining room and Mermaid Room lounge offer dazzling views of this tropical reef and its nonstop parade of exotic sea creatures. Seafood, including Live Maine lobster, and choice Hand Cut Steaks are the specialty.

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Bud & Alley's Restaurant and Bar

2236 East County Road 30-A
Seaside, FL 32459
(850) 231-5900
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.

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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.

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Sandpiper Tiki Bar

17403 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
(850) 234-2154
Beachfront bar, karaoke, disc jockey, dance floor, playground, volleyball, jet skis, water winnie rides, sailboats, parasailing
and more. Ladies' night Tuesday and Thursday, $1 drinks 7-9 pm. Celebrate Tiki chic with a frozen daiquiri and souvenir cup.

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Calypso Beach Cafe & Sports Grille

15812 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
(850) 234-6788
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!

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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.