Best Restaurants Open for Newyears Eve this year in Panama City – 2024

First off, let me start by saying we used to love the captains table however, this was the first time we’ve been back since hurricane Michael. A lot has changed with the Captains table, and obviously the economy. The Good, the staff was the shining star. Everyone did a great job. Unfortunately, as I said things have changed the food was just OK compared to the cost. For the price I would have liked to seen better portion sizes and better cooked food. Not sure if we will be back.

Wait time was not long at all and I had high hopes for this restaurant as it's right on the water. The front door staff was really friendly and made us feel welcome. Went to the bar to get a cocktail while we waited and the oyster shuckers who were not shucking oysters did not even acknowledge us. The least they could do is say hello and someone will be right with you to get you a drink, but nothing. Once we sat the server was very nice and took care of us well. We ordered the calamari and it kind of tasted like old/maybe even rancid oil. We then ordered the grilled grouper which was over cooked and the grill definitely needed to be cleaned. The crab cakes I ordered were a little small and a whole lot of bread crumb/filler was used. Not much crab meat at all. The hushpuppies were cooked really well, but were literally like donuts. They were very sweet and I could have eaten them for dessert. I really really wanted to like this place and hoped it would be great food so we could add another seafood spot to our list. We might return at some point, because maybe we just didn't order the right items.

Went here on a recommendation from a local. Nice place a good food. Waitress was awesome and the wait time wasn't bad. Food came out timeky. We had a smoked tuna dip appetizer which was very good. I ordered broiled red snapper and the others at my table got a fried shrimp plate and a fried grouper plate. All looked good and their comments were positive. The killer part was the delicious desserts we ordered. I got the peanut butter pie and my friends both got key lime. The portions were huge! Literally twice the size of a normal piece of pie. And so good. We will be back again when in the area.

Very busy little outdoor restaurant! Parking is extremely limited at prime times so you may have to park and walk over. For a table of four at 7pm we had a short 30 minute wait. Once seated we ordered the mahi bites appetizer which were delicious. I had the fresh grilled grouper basket at market price which came with one side. Also delicious and juicy! Very lively upbeat bar atmosphere with a nice view of the ocean. There is a live cam of the bar online! Great food at a decent price and amazing service. Everyone was so friendly here. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun lively atmosphere with delicious food on the beach.

We had a great early dinner at Schooners! Our first time here, but the seating, view and food was very good. Smoked tuna dip, peel & eat shrimp, crab cakes and grilled grouper were all a highlight of our meal. Would recommend and will also see if we can come back before our vacation is over.

The food was great. We were seated right away. We had a beautiful view. We had dinner there for our 41st anniversary. I had fried shrimp with French fries. Will visit again on our next trip to panama City Beach.

My wife and I have been to the other place a few times it was smaller and somewhat comfortable. The new place is a lot bigger and seems more commercial. The food was fantastic and our server was great. Love the jambalaya and po boy. Po boy would be easier to eat if the roll was not cut all the way through.

Joined the waiting list, so by the time we arrived, they had a booth ready. They had a live band, which sounded great, but it is very loud. My wife and I had been there a few other times and don't remember the food being as spicy as it was. The oysters were a bit smaller than we wanted. Overall experience was still good. Next time, we will try something else.

The food was good. We started with the Boudin Balls. My girlfriend had the fried oyster basket and I had the redfish creole. Everything was very good. Our service was also good and friendly. Prices were reasonable and portions were good. My only criticism is that the place was on the noisy side. We were seated away from the bar and the noise level was better, but still on the high side. Bottom line is that we enjoyed our meal and would return.

Exactly what I want out of an Irish pub. The exact right vibes. On top of that, the food and the service were great. I had the schnitzel (yes I know not Irish at all but give me and them a break) and it was amazing. Absolutely loved this place and I would definitely come back again.

Seriously best food I’ve had this trip. We drove from Colorado and are staying at hotel indigo at the marina. Every meal we’ve had on this trip has been basic or terrible. We got the lunch special at Henry’s with a half sandwich and soup. We did the Ruben and I did Irish stew and my husband had the potato. Everything was perfect. We bought the kitchen a round to tell them thank you. We are here 4 more days! And will eat here a few more days/times. They have proper 12 and pickle backs. The service has been great! True Irish pub.

The best service and food in PC. If you love traditional Irish food and vibes this is the place for you! The shepherds pie is exquisite. The staff super friendly and knowledgeable. They do events and live music. 10/10 will be back here again!

Thr ony drawback to this experience is that it is all self-service and the order line can take up quite a bit of time. The vibe of the whole place was great for the graduation party for the Air Force course my son was part of. Everything we ordered was tasty and the variety of hot sauces available allows you to spice it up your way. The pork carnitas, salsa, fish tacos were great. The mahi quesadillas with pineapple was not a big hit but were tasty (not a combination any of us were fans of). Great views and decor makes it fun.

Such a great local food spot. Their food is fresh and always turns out delicious. The Todd Bowl is the best! The scenery is very relaxed, and they often have live music. Their store is very cute and have a wide variety of items available. Definitely recommend. <3

Maybe it’s because of the inflated expectations. Fish taco and the bowl were not as great. Honestly a 3/5. But the coffee and frozen vanilla pie was 5/5. The pie I think is a mix of vanilla ice cream and possibly some kind of marshmallow? It’s cold, creamy, and has a light marshmallow like texture Live music was great

First time at Alice’s. Nice bar/restaurant atmosphere. Greater and server were so nice. All 4 liked the food. I had blackened grouper and it was excellent. Others had fried shrimp and jambalaya and they were not disappointed. Highly recommend.

My family and I regularly go here for weekend brunch and weekday lunch. It is a lovely little spot and the food and service is always great. Also, really great prices!

I’ve had their brunch, I’ve eaten there for lunch and for supper. We went just the other night and as always excellent. There are a lot of places that have really good friend shrimp but Alice’s on Bayview is at the top in my opinion. Even though the photo shows it a little more golden than is their norm it was not overdone. It was delicious. Their slaw and grits are also great and so are their hush puppies. I always have to get a least a cup of their she crab soup. The staff is always very good. I’ve never had bad service or wait for anything. I love the atmosphere. It’s coastal town chic with a relaxing vibe. I’ve also included a photo of the most recent menu. There have been a couple of items added. That is their dinner menu. Always 10/10

My husband and I like to go here when we can. Sometimes there is an hour's wait, but to me, the view and food are worth it. I love to see the fish and the dolphins swimming around as well as the draw bridge moving up and down for the boats. We love the atmosphere. Photo attached is their Trash Burger. Now each trash burger is different

Hot day but under the shade with a good breeze made it very comfortable. Good margaritas we are still trying to figure out the recipe..fun watching the fish eat scraps. Always recommend trash burger . Trash with class is a huge burger. Bacon cheddar bayou chips are yummy and we all got side of the homemade ranch. There were 7 of us and we had about a 35 min wait to be seated. One is in a wheelchair so the uneven floor boards were a little bumpy but manageable. Great atmosphere and scenery.

Great views of the water. You can drive up in your boat to order. The food was really yummy. Plastic container on table for garbage so the marina stays clean. Eco friendly

Came to Uncle Ernie's for a late lunch on the back patio, right next to the pier. Lovely weather and surroundings. The lunch menu was great, got 2 entrees! One for lunch today and one for dinner tomorrow! Waitress was attentive, but didn't rush me at all. The cocktail I ordered was very pretty and delicious. It was the first one on the menu, the Brazilian Kiss!

I recently dined at Uncle Ernie’s Bay Front Grill and tried the special of the day, which was the salmon with a couple of shrimp. The shrimp was delicious, but the salmon was a bit too fishy for my taste—not something I’d order again, but that’s just a personal preference. The Caprese salad, on the other hand, was very tasty. What really stood out was the relaxing atmosphere and our fantastic waitress, Amanda. She was not only knowledgeable about the menu but also shared great insights about the local area and offered some excellent recommendations.

Great restaurant and delicious food. What else makes it great? The views. We love to watch the sun set on the bay. The area is trendy and feels touristy, yet homey with many locals. Hubby and I come for light appetizers, or to bring our larger family to try out the place. This evening, we sat on the patio and watched the boats come in while we ate. I've had the steak, but today I ate a burger with a side of cheese grits.. Pretty good. Michael was an excellent server!

The service and location are definitely the highlights of this restaurant! Overall, it’s a lovely spot to enjoy a late lunch and unwind with a drink or two. Unfortunately, The food is just basic and could use a little more attention to flavor. The portions also are minimal considering the price. Try it for yourself.

Fridays are flat Fridays and you get all flats for 9 dollars. The hot honey Sriracha wings are good and not spicy at all. The Nashville hot chicken sandwich is also good, and the crinkle fries are great. The views are good and staff was attentive on Friday.

Good food, great service! Buttermilk fried chicken is delicious! Blackened Mahi mahi sandwich, ribs, and burgers are yummy as well. Not sure how, but 2 flies got in and were buzzing around table.

Staff was great and very friendly. There were storms so we had to push back out time but well worth it. The guy that I spoke to was very helpful and willing to work with us due to storms. Definitely recommend doing glow in the dark kayaking!!

Codi and his team were so kind and welcoming. Being a bigger person I was a little hesitant to do this but he made me feel just like anyone else and my friend and I had the BEST time!! Can’t wait to book again soon!!

Family of 4, and we all had a great time, such a nice family activity to do for everyone. Our 6 and 4 year old loved the colors and seeing the fish, stingray and crabs. Definitely would recommend!