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Every once in a while, I stumble upon a restaurant or eatery of some description that impresses me so much I feel compelled to share. This time, it’s Fatty Patty’s Cakes & Café, located on the west end of Panama City Beach Parkway close to the Wild Heron. Fatty Patty’s is half bakery, half café, and though some may be familiar with the name synonymous with wedding cakes, not everyone knows that this is actually a really cool little place to eat, too. READ MORE
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New to the Russell Fields Pier, right across from Pier Park, Hook’d is now open and has been the great dining pleasure of thousands already. I was hearing about their good food, easy-going atmosphere and superb location before I even had a chance to swing by and get a fish sandwich.
Well, Tuesday of this week, my wife and I did just that. Well actually, I got the fish sandwich, she got a salad that was beautiful and delicious.
I tell you, if you want truly Gulf-front dining, this is the place to be. The warm salt air refreshes you as you wait for your food, and you have a perfect view of the sunset. The drinks are cold, the food hot and you just can’t beat the location.
Hook’d isn’t goaled at being fine dining, but rather a sandwich cafe. They have a fully stocked bar and a small but adequate menu, but if you’re looking for a Grouper sandwich, this isn’t the place to go. But I will say, the fish sandwich I did get was amazing. Everything from the fish to the kaiser roll was finger-licking good. Pricing was more than fair and the service was quick and great (thanks Cady).
Locally owned and operated, they are open daily for lunch at 11 am. Check them out when you get a chance, tell Daniel the Manager I said hello, and ask for Cady, she was superb.
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If you want some good local Italian food, you’ve got to check out Panama Pizzeria, formerly Joey’s on the Beach II. This quaint pizza joint is located at the Y of Highway 79 and Front Beach Road and is perfect for a quiet date night, watching the game or taking your baseball team for a treat after taking the win.
I’ve eaten there a number of times in the past and have always enjoyed the fun atmosphere, good service and delicious food. Of course, what’s more is the affordable price. You can usually get in and out of there fur less than $12 for lunch for two.
One of the funnest aspects was the traditional style by which the food is prepared, namely the high tosses of the pizza dough. This was a show to enjoy. With several TV adorning the walls, this is a great place to catch the game and a cold beer.
Another cool thing is that they’ll put just about anything you want on a pizza. I had a supreme and my wife got a vegetarian special with broccoli and all.
The food was great, the atmosphere fun and good times were had by all.
Here is a link to their location.
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Earlier this week we may have lost a Panama City Beach icon, The Treasure Ship Restaurant. Wednesday afternoon much of the exterior and an unknown portion of the interior was destroyed by fire leaving 100 plus employees unemployed literally in one afternoon. With the quick onset of the tourism season, this leaves many families wondering what they’ll do to make it by this summer.
Click the read more link for how you can help and pictures of the burned Treasure Ship Restaurant.
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Organic food lovers and health nuts rejoice! In addition to all our great new restaurants, Panama City Beach at last has a place where you can find truly wholesome, natural foods, a wide variety of locally grown, organic produce, and even a plant nursery. READ MORE
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With all the new restaurants that have been, and will be opening up across the beach, it’s easy to forget about the Panama City Beach favorites that have been local traditions for many years. One such establishment is the Boars Head – everybody knows the name but like me, many people might not have eaten there in years or just may not realize how lucky we are to have such a fantastic dining experience right here on our doorstep. READ MORE
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If you are a fan of Mexican food and heading up to Pier Park anytime soon, then you absolutely must check out the new Cantina Bar & Grill at Pier Park. When it comes to Mexican, there are already several Panama City Beach restaurants that are popular both in terms of menu and atmosphere – but the Cantina Bar & Grill takes the experience one step further. The Pier Park location is a bonus (the restaurant can be found opposite Red Robin in the spot that Baja Grill used to call home), and in addition to the unique, mouth-watering cuisine, there are plenty of extras that you won’t find anywhere else.
The menu, although similar in style to a traditional Mexican restaurant, offers a much wider variety of choices. Appetizers include Loco Queso al Fuego – Chihuahua cheese with roasted poblano peppers, spicy chorizo sausage and mushrooms, fired tableside. There’s a great selection of soups, salads and lunch specials, and entrees include Baja Fish Tacos – grilled tilapia served in flour tortillas with red marinated cabbage, pico de gallo and one side. One of the best things about The Cantina Bar & Grill’s menu is that it offers some side items that you won’t find anywhere else. Jalapeño sweet grits, coconut rice, sautéed green beans and sweet potato chips are just a few of the delicious options to accompany your meal.
The Cantina Bar & Grill is an excellent choice when you are looking for a new Panama City Beach restaurant, but it’s not just the food that will impress. The Cantina is actually the place to see and be seen! Perfect for after work drinks, weekend margaritas or fancy cocktails, the restaurant is incredibly spacious and airy and is a great space to relax with friends. There are daily drink specials including buy one Margarita and get the 2nd half off on Wednesdays, and bloody Mary specials on Sunday mornings. Not much of a Sunday morning person? Every Thursday night at 8:30 pm the Cantina Bar & Grill is offering free traditional salsa lessons, and on Friday and Saturday nights from about 10:00 pm onwards the whole place goes from laid-back restaurant to hot Latin nightspot! Disco nights are hopping till the early hours, and there’s no cover until the season is in full swing!
The Cantina Bar & Grill in Pier Park is so much more than just another new Panama City Beach restaurant. If you like good food, culture, and vibrant music, it is definitely worth stopping by and seeing for yourself why this recent addition should be sticking around for a long time to come.
Open 7 days a week. Lunch 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Dinner 3:00 pm till Close. Bar Open till Whenever!
The Cantina Bar & Grill, 101 Bluefish Drive, Panama City Beach. Call (850) 233 6228 for more details.
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Most people who are familiar with Panama City Beach restaurants will probably have heard of 30 Degree Blue, an upscale dining establishment that has always boasted some of Panama City Beach’s most gourmet cuisine. READ MORE
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What could be better than a relaxing and appetizing meal in the company of someone special? How about a gorgeous view of the water to complement the experience? In Panama City Beach, there’s no shortage of beautiful waterfront settings that will turn any meal into a special occasion – check out our guide (in no particular order) to some of the best. READ MORE
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Let’s face it – the majority of us are trying to save money these days and looking for a bargain or a great deal wherever we can find it. Every once in a while though, we like to splurge and to treat ourselves – perhaps a new outfit, a well needed getaway, or a special meal out. Perhaps you have an anniversary, a birthday or a romantic occasion coming up and want to show someone how much you care. Panama City Beach and the surrounding area offers the upscale diner many different choices where posh is always on the menu – here’s a few of our favorites.
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