La Tapa Del Coco

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   Nicholas

   Washington DC

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Great food but we did have one order that never came- it is outdoor seating and very loud.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 21, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Oh. My. God. My first time in Panama and I would come back for the food and staff alone. From the moment we pulled up, they opened the door to our Uber and helped us out of the car. They offered us to sit inside or outside even though the reservation was made minutes prior. We opted to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful lights and bar design. We also had a view of the busy kitchen, which made us appreciate the food more. After we were seated, we ordered drinks. They were NOT stingy on the alcohol. Everything was beautifully presented, drinks were filled to the brim and well tasty. Once the drinks started, they made sure we had appetizers to go with. The fish fritters were better than my mom’s (sorry mom!) and were hot and crispy with. Soft doughy inside. Omg, so much flavour. When we ordered, Daniel gave us a bit of story about the dishes, the inspiration, the flavours and the process to make them. We felt like we were in the kitchen with the staff as he spoke, and when the food came, we had so much more appreciation for the hands that prepared it. I had the oxtail and rice and peas. Perfect. No notes. My husband had the steamed fish with creamy escovich. Again. No notes. The West Indian/Caribbean/African influence jumped out and kissed me on the lips. I have never had such an experience before. God bless the entire staff at La Tapa Del Coco and I cannot wait to come back!
   

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   Sebastían

   Miami

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   So, I finally made it to La Tapa del Coco. I was expecting the kind of place that serves soul food with a little flair—and they definitely delivered on that. But… let’s be real, not everything was as fabulous as I’d hoped. First, the good stuff. The clams in curry? Holy moly. If I could marry a sauce, I’d put a ring on this one. It’s creamy, spicy, and just everything you want in life. And the codfish croquettes? Perfection. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, with that berry sauce that’s got this magical balance of sweet and spicy. These dishes? Absolutely worth the trip. But then… the burger. Now, I know this burger’s got a reputation. It’s been crowned “the best” at some point, and I can see why—juicy, flavorful, and with that chicharrón making an appearance. It’s like a party in your mouth, but… it’s like the cool kid at the party who doesn’t talk to you much. It’s good, but it doesn’t make you want to shout from the rooftops. Here’s the deal: La Tapa del Coco has so much potential. The food’s got heart, the flavors are on point, and you can tell they’re passionate about their dishes. But for a place that’s ranked in the 100 Best in Latin America? Some of the hits are real home runs, and some are just… okay. If you’re in it for the vibe and a few unforgettable bites, you’ll be good. But if you’re looking for the full experience? Maybe leave the high expectations at the door.
   

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   Charles

   Denver

   17 reviews

   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on December 9, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The meal and service were fantastic. Innovative comfort type food. Clams were delicious. The big surprise was the vegan Chinatown dish. La comida y el servicio fueron fantásticos. Tipo de alimentos innovadores confort. Almejas eran deliciosos. La gran sorpresa fue el plato vegano Chinatown.
   

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   Natalie

   Panama

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on December 8, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing! Love the revamp they’ve made and very attentive, polite staff. The shrimp in curry sauce was my absolute favorite as well as the torrejitas.
   

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   Aimee

   Panama

   33 reviews

   5.0

   33 reviews

   Dined on December 1, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything looked amazing on the menu. Can't wait to come back soon to try all the other dishes. Friendly service, good food, nice vibe. Highly recommend this for a nice night out.
   

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   Debbie

   Orlando

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 24, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First time visiting Panama and we had a fabulous time. Everything was absolutely great.
   

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   Marion

   VIP

   Washington DC

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on November 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely delicious food and among the best restaurants in Panama City!!!
   

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   Susana

   Panama

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 14, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Read the 4.9 reviews before booking; not quite the experience of our party of 6. The restaurant called to confirm our reservation 3 hours before dinner; then had no record of our reservation upon arrival. We were seated shortly; but one of our party did not receive her drink order until 30 minutes after placing the order. The food was very good, though the fish croquets were way overdone. Sauces and spreads were very flavorful. Entrees were all at least 4.5/5.0. Service was slow. Pricing, compared to a large U.S. metropolitan area, was great.
   

   La Tapa Del CocoResponded on November 27, 2024

   Hello, This is La Tapa Del Coco Customer Service Team,💚, thanks for your feedback, we will take your opinion into account and forward it to the corresponding department.
   

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    Aerion

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    During our first day in Panama, we visited here and had a good experience. The food was good, but what truly stood out was the exceptional service. Our waiter, Juan, was great and recommended all items we tried, while also remembering my food allergies.
    

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    La Tapa Del CocoResponded on November 27, 2024

    Hello! This is the La Tapa del Coco Customer Service Team 💚. We’re thrilled to receive your feedback and deeply appreciate your support. Your review means the world to us and inspires us to keep serving with love and flavor. Thank you for being part of our journey! Salsa y Boom! 🌴✨
    

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