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1. Firefly - Panama City Beach

4.7

Exceptional(7926)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Booked 116 times today

Firefly Casual Fine Dining at it's Finest! Firefly specializes locally caught seafood, mouthwatering steaks seared on an 1800 degree broiler, wild game, and fresh sushi. Named one of OpenTables Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America, and winner of Florida Trend's Golden Spoon Award, Urbanspoon.com Top 250 High End Restaurant and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, quality of food and service is Firefly's mission. We want it to be much more than dinner, we want to treat you to a unique dining experience!

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2. The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach

4.8

Exceptional(4809)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Booked 72 times today

The Grand Marlin Restaurant features a main dining area with a shucked to order oyster bar, exterior North Drop Bar overlooking Grand Lagoon, and private meeting rooms. This Panama City Beach restaurant, with an air of island casualness, serves the highest-quality cuisine, including the freshest local seafood featured on menus designed and printed daily to take advantage of the local bounty. The atmosphere creates a fusion of the Caribbean and the Panama City Beach Area. Corporate Executive Chef Gregg McCarthy has a passion for great-tasting food and particularly loves working his culinary magic with fresh Gulf Coast seafood. Boaters and beach-goers feel comfortable in shorts and flip-flops at the oyster bar, in the dining room and at the North Drop Bar. The Grand Marlin has a space and atmosphere for all occasions and is looking forward to creating an authentic experience between time and tide.

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3. Dave & Buster's - Panama City Beach

4.2

Awesome(101)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Booked 16 times today

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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4. Compass Kitchen + Bar

3.9

Excellent(20)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Located within the stunning Springhill Suites Panama City Beach beachfront hotel, Compass Kitchen and Bar offers a delightful dining experience with breathtaking views of the Emerald Coast. Indulge in handcrafted cocktails and savor a selection of delectable bar bites or dive into our array of mouthwatering entrées. With daily specials to surprise and delight, Compass Kitchen and Bar is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the coastal ambiance. Join us for an unforgettable culinary journey where the flavors are as refreshing as the ocean breeze.

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5. Pompano Joe's - Panama City Beach

4.1

Excellent(471)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Booked 10 times today

Pompano Joe's takes tremendous pride in serving Gulf seafood to its guests. If it lives in the Gulf, you will most likely find it on our menu. Our seafood is delivered daily and it is handled with great care from the minute it arrives at our door to the time it arrives at your table. Our standards are high and it shows in the presentation and flavor of every seafood dish we serve. We're a neighborhood beach place where you can "savor the flavor" of the Islands!

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6. Coconut Charlie's Panama City Beach

3.7

Very Good(76)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Booked 2 times today

Coconut Charlie’s offers upscale casual dining with detailed kitchen and craft cocktail creations sure to tantalize your tastebuds. This original coastal concept is sure to be a mainstay for locals and travelers alike. Daily Happy Hour Specials! Come on in and check out your new favorite restaurant in Panama City Beach!

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7. The Back Porch Bay

4.3

Awesome(77)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Booked 5 times today

The Back Porch takes tremendous pride in serving Gulf Seafood to its guests. If it lives in the Gulf, you will most likely find it on our menu. Our seafood is delivered daily and it is handled with great care from the minute it arrives at our door to the time it arrives at your table. Our standards are high and it shows in the presentation and flavor of every seafood dish we serve.

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8. Señor Frog's - Panama City Beach

4.3

Awesome(28)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Señor Frog’s is known for spreading its party ambiance and good humor. It has already become a staple for offering the perfect mix of fun and flavor. It is a restaurant to have a good time accompanied by family and friends while enjoying yummy dishes and drinks always served with a smile, surrounded by a fun and cheerful atmosphere.

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9. Margaritaville - Panama City Beach

3.3

Good(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Panama City Beach - Bay Point

Booked 2 times today

Designed like the great old beach hang outs that once populated the Gulf Coast, Margaritaville Panama City, is located in Pier Park, the only entertainment and shopping complex on the beach. With upper and lower decks overlooking the Gulf its the perfect blend of ocean breezes, great food, generous drinks and Beach Party Music. The island-inspired menu offers something for everyone with classic American and Gulf Coast favorites. After dinner, the restaurant transitions into a swinging late night scene with dancing and live music. Margaritaville Panama City Beach is located at 16230 Front Beach Road at Pier Park.

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10. O-Ku Alys Beach

4.9

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Seacrest Beach

Booked 54 times today

Modern Japanese meets new urban architecture in the heart of Alys Beach at 30A. Overlooking the town’s iconic Amphitheater, O-Ku will welcome guests with warm hospitality and authentic Japanese cuisine. O-Ku celebrates unique ingredients, traditional techniques, and sophisticated presentations through an approachable menu featuring sushi, sashimi, and nigiri alongside savory dishes.

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LindaVIP
Nashville •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our first time to Firefly…and, it won’t be our last! Food, service, ambiance was truly outstanding!
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Firefly - Panama City BeachPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Panama City Beach - Bay Point
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4.7
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Sylvia
Northwest Florida •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I loved the experience and I would definitely do it again i will save my points to come back and try for more! The food was wonderful the seating was great. The music was a little loud but it was not unbearable. We did not like that there was not a way to put cash on your play card but we firgued it out!
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Dave & Buster's - Panama City BeachPrice: Moderate• American• Panama City Beach - Bay Point
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4.2
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Ralph
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our waiter Nate was outstanding, great suggestions and very honest with his recommendations. The Praline dessert was amazing as was the rest of our parties entree’s. Hopefully we will be back soon…
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The Grand Marlin of Panama City BeachPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Panama City Beach - Bay Point
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4.8
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Kevin
Alabama •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 29, 2024
Great staff! Very nice atmosphere and great views.
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Compass Kitchen + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Panama City Beach - Bay Point
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3.9
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Kelsie
Indiana •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Oct 16, 2024
Great service, food just look a little bit. The food was great though for all 12 of us.
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Pompano Joe's - Panama City BeachPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Panama City Beach - Bay Point
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4.1

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