Panama City Beach Restuarants

Pompano's - One of the supposed classics of Panama City Beach. It has long been heard in the area that if you're looking for some great seafood you never even consider passing by without stopping. You won't be disappointed.

Captain Anderson's - The food is really good. Most of the time it is just a good place to eat. It is probably the most expensive place in town, though, which is why it's not number 1 on this list. You will hear people give this rave reviews when in town. I recommend going there, of course, but it isn't a place that you should feel bad about not making it to during your trip.

Bayou on the Beach - With a new location this restaurant is more accessible to more people on this long beach. This is great for those on the west end because they can actually make it to the new location within a good time. I love some shrimp po-boy! And they have them here!

Andy's Flour Power - This place is spectacular and the only reason it's not higher on the list is because it simply doesn't serve dinner. That's right only Breakfast and Lunch here.Definitely a better alternative for breakfast over the innumerable Waffle House's here.

Scampy's - Far on the east end but worth the drive. Trust me. I eat here regularly because I can get a steak and shrimp for like $13. You don't lose here... ever.

Captain's Table - Reason its low on the list? It's across the bridge in town and not directly on the beach. That counts a lot for me as I do not like to drive for my food, and who's kidding, no one wants to do that while on vacation.

Montego Bay - Always cheap and always good. There are two locations that I know of and have been to both. The one next to Rockit lanes is the larger nicer of the two, but one looking for a nice little place to get in and out the one next to Scampy's is the winner. $6 lunch too!

Black Angus - Like the Captain's Table it's across the bridge so it gets bumped up the list a bit. However, If I were offered to go to the Captain's Table or this I'd always choose Black Angus just because I love the Steak.

Fast Food - Any of them at all should be completely avoided. No lies here. The workers here are sub par or something and all the food is old and so is the grease that its cooked in.... Tastes like hair spray.

Triple J's - This place is pretty comparable to the Black Angus, in fact the Black Angus is probably better more often, mainly because the portions at Triple J's are relatively small. The main reason this beats out Black Angus is because of its location on the beach. It's closer to most of the things I do here and will shave off a trip across the bridge.

Coconuts - This place is really new on Thomas drive. The location its in has had many restaurants come and go over the years so I was afraid they'd go too. However, I talked to the people that run the place and they've told me that the owner has decided to run his own restaurant there now so it should be around for quite some time.

Shuckums - Probably the best oysters in town. I definite must see if you like those Apalachicola oysters.

Scampy's - This place is awesome! Hands down. It has never inflated its prices to rip you off and it consistently delivers the best dinners in my immediate area. Out of all the places on this list I probably eat here most often, other than Andy's. I like the steak and shrimp dinner here a lot. Last time I had that I believe it was like 13 bucks. The same dinner at Applebee's: $15. Needless to say the franchise quality is sub-par.

Boar's Head - This place is awesome. It's all the way on the west end so if you're not already staying down that way prepare for a drive. It's worth it. If you plan to stay out on the west end then you probably will hear about no other restaurants but this one and you will most certainly eat here and love it.

Angelo's - Angelo's has been a staple of Panama City Beach FOREVER! and its always awesome. When your not inside enjoying the awesomely delicious dinner you can be outside taking pictures of the kids on the 20 foot tall bull statue next to the road. I can't tell you how many pics I've seen from years and years ago with kids on it that are now here as adults taking pictures of their own kids.

Saltwater Grill - I've heard many people claim that Saltwater Grill and Captain Anderson's are the best place in town hands down. For the most part they are right. I've already given you the reason's why I believe the Captain fell from the top. Now let me tell you why I think this one will rock your socks off. First of all the food quality is awesome. From the steak to the fish to the oysters it's all spectacular. Beyond that the prices are half of that of the Captains, most of the time. Secondly, be lazy and get your car valet parked so you don't have to be fat and full searching for your car later. And most importantly they have a 25,000 gallon aquarium in the center of the restaurant full of the most magnificent fish you've ever seen along side a pianist to serenade everyone all night. Sounds classy huh? Dress is casual though. Walk inside in your flip flops and shorts and no one will say a thing. A definite must visit if you're coming to Panama City Beach.