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Top 10 Italian food in Panama City, Panama Province, Panama
Discover Restaurants offering the best Italian food in Panama City, Panama Province, Panama. A diverse multicultural city of almost 1.3 million, Panama City offers a lot more than an up-close view of the Canal. Shantytowns slink up alongside shiny high-rise condos. The Old City is an atmospheric labyrinth of churches, plazas and palaces. Fifteen miles from downtown Panama City, Soberania National Park is an excellent destination for hiking and birding. For a fascinating look at the canal, take a taxi or local bus to Miraflores Locks Visitor Center and look down on the traffic below.
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10. Pomodoro Ristorante Italiano
Overall Ratings
4 based on 655 reviews
Reviewed By Shiv N
The restaurant is right across the street from Tryp by Wyndham and close to many other hotels. Pomodoro has an extensive Italian menu, including pastas and pizzas. My wife and I ate there several times and each meal was excellent. The gluten free pasta they serve tastes amazing. The tomato sauce tastes fresh. The pizzas are baked in a wood burning oven. The pizza crust is very thin and crispy.
9. Brava Pizza & Espuma
Overall Ratings
4 based on 216 reviews
Reviewed By Eskivelito
I Arrived at this place at 12:20 and I was The first client. I order an anchovies pizza and It takes 30 mins to bring it to me, The ticket time is too much considering I was The Only customer in The restaurant.The pizza is ok.
8. Vinoteca
Overall Ratings
4 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By ExpatInPanamaCity
The food was great but the owner who came in interrupting our waiter was offensive when he did not recognize the dish we requested (saying it "did not exist." Of course it does in traditional italian kitchens.) and would not serve a portion of pasta with the Ossobuco, so out came a full portion. Im disappointed because our four course meal and good wine was well prepared and served but the slight rudeness at the beginning and limited space on the table was just enough to taint the experience.
7. Pastissima
Overall Ratings
4 based on 131 reviews
Delicious Italian food, by the renowned Chef Gaetano Maruto. You must try our seafood and wines. ¡Come join us!
Reviewed By Kelleygirl2
Cute little (as in tiny) restaurant serves generous portions but you have to ask for bread. The service was verrryyyy slooowww. Three of us ordered Bolognesa, Pizza Carbonara and Carbonara pasta. My pasta was good but not great by Italian standards. The wine was very good. We lost power in the middle of the meal and it took the server forever to find a candle and light it. When the power came on, instead of leaving us with the charming atmosphere of the candle, he took it away only to bring it back again when the power went out. Hmmmm.
6. Caffe Per Due
Overall Ratings
4 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By Frank R
Of course we are not able to travel without pining for Italian. Stepping off the cruise ship with a tour of Old Panama for an afternoon gave us the chance to meet Manuela (from Italy no less). Her chef was getting prepped for the typical late evening meals and we just wanted a pizza so as Pizza is the main ingredient of Italian fare, he created two very tasty pizzas along with a large pitcher of Sangria. We were well stuffed and tipsy as we strolled out the door with satisied smiles. Truly a pleasant surprise and yes, better than the ship food.
5. La Posta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 797 reviews
Reviewed By Halifaxduo
We looked forward to dining at La Posta again when we planned a return visit to Panama City. We loved the original location, so we were curious about how the new La Posta would compare. We arrived for an early dinner on Valentineâs day. The decor did capture the essence of the atmosphere of the original location. However, the tables were placed closer together than before but no one was seated at the tables next to us during our seating. By coincidence, we had the same waiter as last year, so the service was excellent! I enjoyed the spicy chorizo ravioli while the vegetarian half of the duo enjoyed the GF mushroom ravioli. Both were excellent. We hope to return in the future.
4. Gabriella Trattoria
Overall Ratings
5 based on 117 reviews
Trattoria Gabriela is a typical Italian and Mediterranean restaurant that is characterized by working in a classic and artisanal way. Our ingredients are of the best quality, selected one by one by our Chef, to achieve the best quality and complexity of o
Reviewed By spencerandcallie
From being greeted warmly at the door, to Fortuneâs (our server) generous spirit and service, to the amazing Burrata appetizer, to the flavorful rigatoni and pesto dishes - this place was spot on!!Highly recommend.
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3. A Mangiare
Overall Ratings
5 based on 485 reviews
We are the perfect space for the family, a small and cozy place. We have an excellent service and our dishes mix tradition and avant-garde to offer you an authentic gastronomic experience.
Reviewed By Richard G
Feeling as if I was entering a a private relaxed dining room, complete with my private chef. The food was great and the Chef ( owner ) prepared me a fabulous vegetarian meal..It was delicious. Nice wine, a friendly environment...I only wish they were op-en on Sundays...so I could repeat before leaving Panama. Indulge and choose this restaurant as a must go during your time in Panama City.Thank you so much for your beautiful words. I do not want to make vain promises, but I will consider your proposal to open even on Sunday. Come back soon, so I'll let you know about any time change! See you later!
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2. La Vespa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1769 reviews
Our amazing Pizza is made according to ancient Italian traditions by young and talented pizzaiolo Danilo and Chef Piero Spinelli's delicious and authentic Mediterranean cuisine is often referred to as "better than in Italy" and is complemented by great wi
Reviewed By beckyb996
Just had our 3rd meal here and again waitered on by Brian. He is an absolute star. Very knowledgeable enthusiastic and a great asset. Had prosciutto pizza and Pasta carbonara today at lunch and both were delicious. Last night had the beef in a pastry it was very good.
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1. La Vespa Vista Mare
Overall Ratings
5 based on 672 reviews
La Vespa, the top Italian Restaurant in Panama, has just opened its second location in the most magnificent spot in the city: the ground floor terrace at the Trump Ocean Club, with unlimited ocean and city views adds natural beauty, calm and serenity to o
Reviewed By andresl429
Itâs one of the best places in Panamá to have dinner, snacks and good drinks. Great ocean view, cozy, quiet. 100% recommended. Just try it.
