Restaurants and Attractions

Nearby Restaurants

Panama’s food scene is a vibrant mix of Afro-Caribbean, Indigenous, and Spanish influences, offering everything from traditional dishes like Ropa vieja and Sancocho to international and fusion cuisine. From street food to upscale dining, there’s something for every palate. Listed below are restaurants near the hotel and near local attractions.

Low-Cost to Casual 

Concolon Panamanian Street Food: A cozy small restaurant, serving Panamanian and Central American street food. Chef Fabio dedicated months of research, traveling from town to town, and connecting with locals to unearth treasured family recipes passed down through generations. C. San Lucas, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama; 5-minute walk from W Panama Hotel.

Barrio Pizza | Punto Marbella: Barrio Pizza is a local fast-food pizza chain in Panama City, known for its Neapolitan-style pizza. The Punto Marbella branch offers a variety of customizable pizzas, allowing patrons to choose their preferred dough type and toppings. Punto Marbella, Panamá, Panama; 7-minute walk from W Panama Hotel.

Annie & Motts Eating House: This American-style brunch spot serves exceptional coffee, teas, and a variety of delicious breakfast favorites like French toast, pancakes, waffles, and many others. They also craft adorable latte art! With the relaxing atmosphere and boho décor, it is an ideal place to start the day. C. Eric del Valle, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama; 17-minute walk from W Panama Hotel.

Mid-Range to Fine Dining 

Tommasino Cucina Di Mare: Known as a top-tier Italian restaurant in Panama City, it offers an authentic Mediterranean dining experience. They specialize in homemade pasta and fresh seafood, including grilled octopus and squid ink risotto. Calle las Acacias, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama; 6-minute walk from W Panama Hotel 

Azahar Panama: Azahar offers Western European signature cuisine and a sushi bar. Upon entering the speakeasy door, you see an inviting dining room with an elegant interior. Located on the seventh floor, it offers a beautiful skyline of the city and the ocean.

Av. Balboa, PH Yoo, 7th Floor, Panama City, Panama; 9-minute walk from W Panama Hotel.

Lazotea Restaurant and Rooftop: With stunning views of Panama’s Old Town and surrounding area, this upscale restaurant specializes in Latin American cuisine and drinks. Reservations are recommended. Rooftop of Hotel Casa Panamá, Av. Eloy Alfaro, y, Provincia de Panamá, Panama; 8-minute drive from W Panama Hotel.

Fonda Lo Que Hay: Located in the Casco Antiguo district, this renowned Panamanian restaurant offers a dining experience that celebrates the evolution of Panamanian culture through its cuisine. The restaurant has been recognized among the top 50 in Latin America. Reservations are recommended due to popularity. Edificio el Colegio, C. José D. de la Obaldía, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama; 12-minute drive from W Panama Hotel.

Attractions

While enjoying your stay in Panama City, there is no lack of  things to do! Some attractions may require tickets in advance. Many attractions also include security screenings to enter. 

Amador Causeway: Calzada de Amador or The Amador Causeway is a scenic 6 kilometers stretch extending into the Pacific Ocean, offering stunning views of Panama City’s skyline and the Panama Canal’s entrance. Once serving as as a military base protecting the canal, today, it is a vibrant hub with restaurants, shops, and recreational activities. Open 24 hours, seven days a week; Cost: Free; 22-minute drive from W Panama Hotel

Biomuseo: Biomuseo is a museum dedicated to Panama's unique impact on the planet’s biodiversity and the country’s commitment to protecting the environment. You can learn about Panamá’s ecosystems, human and fauna migration in the area throughout history, and many other interactive exhibits. Open: Tuesday - Friday: 09:00-15:00; Cost: $10-$18; 12-minute drive from W Panama Hotel

Casco Viejo or Caso Antiguo: Considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Casco Viejo is also known as the “old quarter” dating back to 1967. It was built following the near-total destruction of the original Panama city, Panama Viejo in 1671 after pirates’ attack. Stroll its lively, brick-paved streets lined with colorful buildings, bustling plazas, museums, and significant landmarks, such as the Plaza de Francia honoring French contributions to the Panama Canal, Church of San José’s famous golden altar, and Las Bóvedas that once was the city’s defensive system against pirate attacks. Casco Antiguo is also a culinary hotspot, offering fresh seafood and international cuisine crafted by top chefs. Open: 24 hours, seven days a week; Cost: Free; 8-minute drive from W Panama Hotel

Mercado de Mariscos: Mercado de Mariscos is Panama City’s premier seafood market, located by the waterfront near Casco Viejo. Opened in 1995 to support local fishermen, it offers a lively atmosphere with fresh seafood vendors and outdoor restaurants. The local specialty is ceviche, where the raw fish is “cooked” in citrusy juice. Open: 11:00-17:00, seven days a week; Cost varies; 7-minute drive from W Panama Hotel

Panama Canal: The Panama Canal opened in 1914 as one of the two most strategic artificial waterways in the world, connecting the world’s largest ocean, the Pacific, with the Atlantic. Ships from all over the world transit through the Panama Canal daily - between 13,000 and 14,000 ships use the Canal each year. You can purchase tickets to see the locks at the Miraflores Visitor Center observation area, tickets include the Panama Canal Movie narrated by Morgan Freeman at the IMAX theater. Open: Saturday and Sunday, 8:00-17:00; Cost: $7.22-17.22 for non-resident; 28-minute drive from W Panama Hotel

Panama Viejo: Panama Viejo was the first permanent European settlement on the Pacific Ocean dating back to 1519 and the first Panama capital. Now a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site, you can visit and explore the archeological site of Panama Viejo to see the ruins, the Old Panama Cathedral, and climb atop the iconic bell tower and look at the Panama City skyline from the city’s original “skyscraper.” Open: Tuesday - Sunday, 08:30-17:30; Cost: $15; 12-minute drive from W Panama Hotel