Isla Colon Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Isla Colon

December 27, 2017 Enedina Augsburger

Colón Island (Spanish: Isla Colón) is the northernmost and main island in the Bocas del Toro Archipelago located in Bocas del Toro Province, Panama. The capital city of the province, Bocas del Toro, is located on the island and is one of Panama's main tourist attractions with over 150,000 visitors per year and an 8% annual rate of growth in tourism.
Things to do in Isla Colon

1. Guari Guari

La Cabana Beach | next to only gas station on Isla Colon, Isla Colon, Panama Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar International, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Late Night +507 6627-1825
Excellent
87%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 354 reviews

Guari Guari

Reviewed By Tommy S

5-course gourmet meal for $23 that would be in $50 - $200 range depending on where you live. No set menu, the chef determines the offerings daily - fresh, fresh, fresh! Best Sangria I've ever had. Key Lime desert unmatched anywhere. Reservations required. DO NOT MISS!!!

2. Alberto's - Pizzeria & Restaurante

Calle 5, Bocas Town, Isla Colon 0, Panama Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Late Night HK$63 - HK$196 +507 757-9066
Excellent
76%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 127 reviews

Alberto's - Pizzeria & Restaurante

Reviewed By WindowLes - Kamloops, Canada

I was walking by and decided to drop in. Spanish not required and I was made to feel very welcome by the staff. I had a chicken dish that was very good but I am going back for the pizza. It looked even better

3. La Casbah

Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro, Panama, Isla Colon, Panama Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Reservations Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner +507 6477-4227
Excellent
70%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 183 reviews

La Casbah

Reviewed By Bridget M

Yummy mediterranean cuisine! It's been 2.5 years since our trip so I can't remember specifics but I would definitely go back. Our waiter was wonderful and the food was delicious. There isn't a whole lot of ambience since the patio is right next to the street but it was great for people watching!

4. El Ultimo Refugio

Avenida Sur | Isla Colon, Bocas Town, Isla Colon, Panama Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Caribbean, Seafood, Central American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Drinks, Dinner, Late Night HK$118 - HK$196 +507 6726-9851
Excellent
66%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

El Ultimo Refugio

Rustic and quaint, over the water, Caribbean-American fusion, focus on fresh seafood. Meat and vegetarian options always avaible

Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member

This a nice casual restaurant with friendly staff and it has a decent menu selection. I really enjoyed my curry, lots of flavour. Service was a little slow but a nice place to check out away from the main street.

5. Super Gourmet Bocas

3rd Street, Bocas Town, Isla Colon 10700, Panama Takeout Delicatessen, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Kosher, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch HK$16 - HK$63 +507 757-9357
Excellent
56%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 233 reviews

Super Gourmet Bocas

Come visit Super Gourmet Delicatessen, the best deli in town! We have the freshest ingredients and best taste. Choose from the largest variety of sandwiches, snacks, organic treats and other meals, including homemade pizzas, salads rotisserie chickens and much, much more. Sit at one of our waterfront picnic tables or have it wrapped up for home or the beach.

Reviewed By laxjunkies - Calgary, AB

Stopped in here to check out the coffee selection and the deli. Returned for sandwiches the following day. Great bread, good choice of fillings. There is a great selection of fresh toppings as well. The sandwiches hit the spot and we returned again to pick up more for our shuttle trip. Didn’t buy any groceries, but checked it out. Nice selection. Owner very congenial and staff nice.

6. Paki Point

Playa Paunch | Playa Tiger Tail, Bocas Town, Isla Colon, Panama Full Bar, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Caribbean, Bar, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$55 - HK$196 +507 6948-6562
Excellent
61%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 312 reviews

Paki Point

Reviewed By Granolamama

Went here twice, once on a walk and once with the family on a break from riding quads. We had some homemade limonade which was tasty and sodas. Woman working was super chill and the place had a come and relax kind of vibe. Surfers right there to watch. How cool is that. They serve food but close early.

7. Bocas Blended

Ave North | between 5th and 6th at Bocas Surf School & Hostel, Bocas Town, Isla Colon 8675309, Panama Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner HK$24 - HK$55 +507 757-9135
Excellent
67%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 89 reviews

Bocas Blended

Bocas Blended is an old refurbished Thomas school bus and so much more! Founded in 2009, we are now a fully operational restaurant. Our kitchen is now inside of the gutted bus, the steering wheel has been made into a table on our sea view roof-top, and the engine has been removed to make room for storage under the 'hood.' We have a juice bar with 6 stools as well as a covered dining room for customers to lounge in. We have a beautiful garden bordered with hundreds of recycled water bottles, as well as a comfy couch and an herb garden made of old wooden pallets. We have learned to recycle and reuse in order to maximize space and comfort for our valued customers. We have quickly become a Bocas landmark!Bocas Blended offers unique food and drink selections at great prices using local and fresh ingredients. We are your only healthy 'fast food' option here on the island. Our menu features signature recipe smoothies, such as the green ginger pineapple and the vitamin c craze, fresh squeezed natural juices, salads, wraps, spicy passion fruit ceviche, and much more! We've got plenty of vegetarian options as well!Don't forget about WRAPPY HOUR every day from 4-5pm! Choose any 2 chicken or vegetarian wraps for only $7.00. Now with WIFI!

Reviewed By Panhandlemama - Panama City, Florida, United States

Our favorite breakfasts with coffee were eaten on the covered deck behind the Blended Bus, overlooking Sandfly Bay. I just wish I could do breakfast here every morning! I had the breakfast on two occasions. My friends had various options, including the breakfast Sandwich. Once or twice it was just coffee as I'd already eaten - but couldnt resist the view over coffee! Be sure to stop at least once! The smoothies come highly recommended, I just didn't have the chance to try one.

8. Bocart Restaurant

Calle Tercera, Isla Colon 08006, Panama Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Japanese, Caribbean, Seafood, Central American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +507 6972-5065
Excellent
76%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 324 reviews

Bocart Restaurant

Restaurant managed for a young catalan chef with experience in Miami, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Acapluco, Ibiza, Greece, .... Restaurant open in front of the sea. Fresh cuisine, drinks, live music. JoanJu Tuduri´s are waiting to serve you.

Reviewed By amandaivy6 - Salyer, California

Might not be on the main drag, but so very worth the extra footage! Surprised by the delightful decor, live music and amazing presentation. A lovely starter, mini miso and thin plantain chips with a veggie caviar of sorts it is The house version of chips and salsa while you wait for your order. I ordered the crazy maki roll and it was more then enough for a full meal! Cool spot!

9. Capitan Caribe

1st Street | 1st Street, Besides Selina's Hostel, Bocas Town, Isla Colon, Panama Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Outdoor Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer Caribbean, Latin, Bar, Central American, Fusion, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch, Lunch, Drinks HK$24 - HK$78 +507 6824-3158
Excellent
83%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 449 reviews

Capitan Caribe

We are Capitan Caribe a small and unique food truck in Bocas Town. We will share this great experience and good vibes felt in the Caribbean, with ingredients from the Caribbean region, always fresh and good quality. The success of the house is the "CAPITAN CARIBE BURGER" unique in Bocas Town, followed by TROPICAL BURRITO, PATACONES, CEVICHE and the best natural fruit smoothies, all at a great price with quality and good service.

Reviewed By DeadEye-667 - Germany

Even though the location is a bit off, you really get some good food here. The really nice staff provided us with their own version of hummus with pidgeon peas and the tropical burrito which can be served in 3 "flavors" - veggie, chicken, fish.
Burrito and Hummus were great. Visit recommended.

10. Cafe del Mar

Calle 1A, Bocas Town, Isla Colon 507, Panama Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Waitstaff, Accepts Credit Cards Caribbean, Latin, Healthy, Fusion, Central American, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Drinks HK$78 +507 6776-8858
Excellent
80%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 406 reviews

Cafe del Mar

Reviewed By Nancy T - Prior Lake, Minnesota

We stopped in for breakfast after spending several mornings at El Pirate. We all had something different, and everything was great including the yogurt parfait, breakfast burrito, and the tomato, zucchini and basil omelet. Service was friendly and quick. Can't wait to go back.

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