(Arco Properties) Last night, casqueños gathered at L`Osteria, the new restaurant at Casa del Horno. Beautiful calicanto stone walls give you a cozy ambiance: perfect for homemade Italian cuisine by chef Barbara. L’osteria: from the Latin “hospes” meaning “guest”. A public place which served drinks; … [Read more...]
Ay Carmela! New Restaurant in Casco Viejo
(Arco Properties) Casco Antiguo Panama. Run by Gonzalo, his lovely wife Vani and their partner Patricia Gómez, Ay! Carmela just opened its doors this week in Casco Viejo. It is located at the groundfloor of Casa Antigua, next to Luna`s Castle on 9th Street and BAvenue, just coming up the ramp. The place is cute and has great sandwiches!. They`ll open for breakfast, … [Read more...]
Review: Big Daddy’s Restaurant Boquete Panama
(Boquete Guide) I waited a long time to visit Big Daddy’s. When the restaurant poll was done I was surprised to see them score so high, number four. I decided to go and eat there. Still I procrastinated until my friends Dan and Randy intercepted me on route to their table in Baru and suggested I join them at Big Daddy’s; I did. We went for a late lunch, early dinner on … [Read more...]
Niko’s Cafe Panama: Cafeteria Style Food That’s Surprisingly Good
(Panama Gringo) I usually shy away from chain restaurants and cafeteria style spots for sheer lack of taste and quality. Niko’s Cafe in Panama City is one of the only places that will cause me to make exceptions to my typical dining rules. I really enjoy eating at Niko’s. The prices are great, the food is good and the staff is actually somewhat friendly. Niko’s not only serves … [Read more...]
The Best Restaurants in Panama City: Exotic, Exciting and Elegant
(International Living) Panama’s restaurant scene is rapidly changing and the best restaurants in Panama City, the capital, vary from year to year. I frequently take restaurants off my “top three” list because they aren’t consistent, or because new and better options bump them down, or simply because they’ve shut down. Today, the best restaurants in Panama City aren’t … [Read more...]