Top Panama Food & Drink

Connect with indigenous people on this guided tour from Panama City to an Embera village in the Chagres rainforest. Travel by canoe to a waterfall for a swim and a VIP lunch with drinks.

Foodies and cultural enthusiasts will love this evening of entertainment. You’ll be picked up from your hotel and driven to a themed restaurant for a delicious Panamanian dinner and folklore show. Performers wear traditional costumes and the restaurant evokes different regions of Panama. Three drinks are included per person, and transfers back to your hotel are included so feel free to enjoy yourself.

Forget crowded bars and tourist menus, this is Panama the way locals experience it. You’ll step inside a real Panamanian home, where our local host will guide you through the entire experience. You’ll prepare 4 classic Panamanian cocktails - each one paired with a small dish you’ll make and taste on the spot, turning the class into a relaxed gathering in a friend’s kitchen than a formal class. As you mix and cook, your host shares stories, techniques, and everyday traditions that connect each recipe to Panama’s Caribbean roots. Everything is taught step by step, making it easy to follow whether you’ve mixed cocktails before or not. By the end, you’ll leave with simple recipes you can recreate anywhere, new skills to impress friends back home, and the memory of one of Panama City’s most vibrant nights in an authentic local setting. Guests often call this the unexpected highlight of their trip - and if it’s not the highlight of yours, you’ll get your money back, no questions asked.

This activity comes out differently because the guest shall learn how to cook with the spices and come up with tasty Panamanian and African dishes. The guests shall be cooking with fresh ingredients as they learn new cooking skills. These new cooking skills make my experience unique.

Dive into the rich history and flavors of Panamanian coffee at Hacienda Los Molinos. This personalized coffee experience offers insights into the unique cultivation and processing techniques that make Panamanian coffee renowned. Learning how flavors develop from nuts, fruits, and flowers from the expert baristas and get acquainted with the history of this amazing product. An expert guide will educate your palate, leading to a tasting of expertly prepared coffee. Perfect for coffee lovers and those curious about the craft behind their favorite brew. - Discover the journey of coffee from bean to cup at Hacienda Los Molinos - Explore a unique experience and learn about fine coffee varieties - Enjoy a guided tasting of expertly prepared local coffee - Ideal for coffee enthusiasts seeking insider knowledge

We want to share with visitors our passion for Panamanian cocoa and chocolate. A super fun and educational experience that you can enjoy with your family, friends and partner. Not only will you learn how chocolate is made, but you will be able to make your own chocolate bar and try our products. An experience that you will take as a memory in your heart.

We welcome you to discover the real flavors, colors, and rhythm of Panama City on our street-food tasting adventure that goes far beyond restaurants. This is not a sit-down meal—it’s a walking experience through the city’s most authentic neighborhoods, where you’ll taste, learn, and connect with the people behind Panama’s local cuisine. Start at the Seafood Market with three types of ceviche, then explore San Felipe Neri Market to sample Afro-Caribbean dishes, tropical juices, Geisha coffee, and hot sauces. Continue along Avenida Central for tamales and a visit to a local bakery. In El Chorrillo, enjoy coconut fish, BBQ chicken, smoked chorizo, and escabeche fish, served in tasting portions. Optional rum cocktail or juice included. This is a tasting tour, not a full meal. Please note: This is a tasting tour, not a full meal at each stop. The experience focuses on authentic local life, culture, and connection rather than fine dining.

Discover the vibrant flavors of Panama on a walking food tour designed for social foodies. Kick off your adventure at CAFE UNIDO with a tasting of Panama's premium geisha coffee, known for its distinct flavors and high quality. Next, head to La Rana Dorada, where you'll sample craft beer and gain insights into the brewing process from experts. Your journey continues at Mercado Publico del Marisco, a lively seafood market, where you'll savor freshly prepared ceviche and other seafood delights. From there, embark on a leisurely stroll through Casco Viejo, admiring its historic streets and vibrant architecture. Cap off the tour with a visit to a scenic rooftop bar, where you can unwind with aged Panamanian rum while soaking in breathtaking views of the city skyline. This tour offers a delightful fusion of flavors, culture, and social camaraderie, promising a memorable experience in Panama.

Experience Panama City the way people who live here actually do. Instead of hopping between tourist hotspots, you’ll walk through a real neighborhood, stopping at small, family-run businesses that have been part of everyday life for years. Along the way, you’ll taste foods people grow up eating, learn how Panamanians decide where to eat, and understand the habits and rhythms that shape how food fits into daily life. Portions are generous enough that everyone eats well, turning the walk into a relaxed and satisfying experience. This isn’t about fancy plating or trendy restaurants. It’s about neighborhood spots with authentic narratives, where food connects naturally to culture and everyday routines. Led by a local guide who knows the area inside out, the experience offers a genuine way to see the city from the inside. Along the way, you’ll eat, drink, walk, and listen, discovering Panama City beyond postcards, through flavors, conversations, and places people truly value.

Get an authentic taste of Panama's cuisine and learn how to recreate dishes at home during this cooking class. Learn to shop the markets like a local and how to hunt for the freshest ingredients. Your guide will teach you about the herbs and seasonings that make Panama's cuisine shine. Get home cooking techniques from a local chef, and cap off the class with a complimentary drink.

Experience a unique sensory experience in Cacao Bar, Panama City. Enjoy our exclusive tasting of Geisha coffee, grown in the prestigious Finca Suarez, especially for our shop. This natural Geisha coffee, one of the most exotic and sought after in the world, reveals an incomparable taste profile with gentle floral notes and tropical fruit nuances. During the experience, we will explain the process of growing coffee and cocoa, its origins and methods of preparation. The coffee is perfectly paired with handmade chocolates, hand painted, additive free and made with cocoa from Changuinola, Bocas del Toro. Each chocolate highlights the notes of Geisha coffee, creating harmony between the delicateness of coffee and the sweetness of chocolate. All this you will enjoy surrounded by our tree table, in a unique and natural environment. At Cacao Bar, every detail is designed to offer you an exclusive experience, awakening your passion for the finest flavors of Panama.

Every country has a story - Panama tells hers through flavor. This experience was born from our love for those hidden tastes locals grow up with but travelers rarely find. Your host opens her home to share 32 of Panama’s most beloved bites and sips, connecting each one to a region, a ritual, or a memory. It’s not just a tasting, it’s a cultural map told through food. You’ll experience how ingredients, traditions, and people blend into the country’s identity, and leave with stories and flavors that stay with you long after you return home.

Step into the shoes of a rum master blender at Casa Barú's exclusive 'Craft Your Own Rum' workshop, an immersive experience in the heart of Panama City's vibrant Casco Viejo. Forget traditional tastings; here, you actively participate and master the art of rumblending. During this one-hour session, discover the Casa Barú production method, our raw materials and the secrets of distillation. This is not just about tasting; it is about understanding the science and passion behind every drop. Guided by expert instructors, you will explore different flavor profiles. We talk about the aromatic notes, giving you the freedom to design and mix your own custom rum recipe, perfectly tailored to your palate. Once your master blend is perfected, bottle it in a 235 ml hip flask or a 700 ml bottle. While you seal your creation, enjoy a complimentary cocktail. Take home the ultimate souvenir capturing your creative journey: a completely unique bottle of rum that exists nowhere else in the world.

Learn to make local food yourself in this Panama City cooking class to take your appreciation of Panamanian cuisine to the next level. Follow your chef instructor as they take you through 10 recipes, eating and sipping on unlimited cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages as you work your way through the menu. This class can cater to vegetarians and people with other food restrictions.

Geisha Experience Panama is unique for its focus on Geisha coffee, recognized worldwide for its exceptional flavor. Travelers have the opportunity to see up close the artisan process of growing and roasting this premium bean, all in a natural environment of incomparable beauty. Tasting is an unrivalled sensory experience, where complex and subtle notes are discovered that make this cafe a real treasure for the senses.

Taste the best of Boquete on a fun, small-group food tour by e-bike. Sample a range of local specialties–including tamales, strawberry milkshakes, craft beer, and local honey–and then ride off the energy while pedaling around town. Ride past many of the city’s sights while learning more about Boquete’s culture through its cuisine. Receive personalized attention from your guide as this is a small-group tour.

Immerse yourself in Panama’s essence with this exclusive 4-hour private journey through historic Casco Viejo (UNESCO). Designed for culture seekers and foodies, this experience blends history with the country’s most prestigious flavors. What to expect: Geisha Coffee: Savor the world’s most expensive and exclusive coffee while learning the secrets behind its prestige. Artisanal Rum: Visit Panama’s first craft distillery for a guided tasting of premium local spirits. Craft Beer: Relax with a fresh pint of local artisanal beer in a vibrant atmosphere. Expert Insight: Guided by a specialist with a Master’s in Tourism, ensuring a deep cultural perspective. Includes: 4-hour private tour in Casco Viejo. All tastings (Geisha coffee, premium rums, and craft beer). Private round-trip transportation from downtown hotels. Taste the true soul of Panama in one unforgettable journey.

Your Hands-On Coffee Roasting Journey! Get ready to roast! In our covered outdoor gazebo, you'll learn the secrets of coffee roasting with a Skywalker Roaster, guided by our experienced team. They'll walk you through each stage, from selecting your preferred roast level to expertly packaging your fresh coffee, and will be on hand to answer all your questions.

Cruise the Panama Canal to Gatun Lake on a nature tour from Panama City that includes round-trip transport from central Panama City and time to explore Gatun’s wildlife-rich shoreline by boat. Visit jungle islands that were cut off from mainland Panama by the construction of the canal, which protect a thriving population of monkeys, birds, crocodiles, and mammals.

I know what a traveler needs when visiting a new country as a Solo Traveler or with a Small group: Suggestions/Precautions and local Touring options. Ramp up your vacations with this tour and get you a cultural tour at Casco Viejo avoiding hot temperatures of a day tour. Admire the Spanish/French architecture, feel the Pacific Ocean breeze and let me provide you with souvenir shops advice. Visit one of my favorite Rooftop Bars, admire the beautiful lights of my city, and let me take you to Sabroso Panama. You or your group will be able to enjoy our Panamanian gastronomy at a favorite location and count with one hour and a half for your dinner. Do not hesitate to ask me any details about this tour or other tours.

Learn more about Panama City’s culture and history through its unique cuisine. On this small-group half-day tour you’ll visit places where artisanal chocolate, local coffee, and Central American rum are made. Get a chance to make your own hand-made chocolate. Try plenty of food and drink samples as this is an all-inclusive tour with a traditional lunch provided.

This epic tour combines adventure, beautiful nature sights, coffee, and much more. Hop on to our high quality e-bikes at our shop and bike effortlessly toward family owned finca "Gran del Val", a distinguished coffee farm in Boquete highlands. Experience coffee like never before, guided by a coffee enthusiast, this eco-friendly tour allows you to experience a ride through a scenic coffee plantation, learn about different varieties of plants, inlcuding the famous "geisha". Get out of the bike for a brief walk to the highest point on the property, to get a clear view of the whole farm and its surroundings. Hop back on and ride back to the process plant and learn of every stage of the coffee bean after being hand picked during harvest season, before reaching your cup. Step into the cozy coffee shop where you can experience a coffee tasting on some house grown product. Ride back to the meeting point after enjoying your coffee tasting, ending with stunnung views of the region.

Embark on a vibrant and unforgettable night out in Panama City! Begin your adventure with breathtaking 360° panoramic views of the city skyline from a stunning rooftop vantage point, where you’ll truly appreciate Panama’s blend of modernity and tradition. Take advantage of great photo spots, and then enjoy a traditional drink as you immerse yourself in the city’s charm before moving on to the next stop. Next, you'll enjoy an enchanting traditional dance show. Be captivated by dancers in exquisite folkloric costumes, moving to the rhythm of Panama’s music—and if you’re feeling adventurous, you might even be invited to join the dance floor! Here you’ll also have the opportunity to savor authentic local cuisine if you're curious about our trying our delicious food. Book now to experience Panama’s city lights and cultural vibrance all in one unforgettable night.