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  • 1. Bocas Brewery

    As the only microbrewery in the province, this waterfront pub has exceptionally good beers on tap, ranging from mango-lime ale to a coconut porter. There’s also greasy grub like pulled pork sandwiches, fish-and-chips, onion rings, and jalapeño cheeseburgers. Check their website for live music events.

    Las Cabanas Calle Carretera, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro, Panama
    507-625--09037

    Nightlife Details

    Rate Includes: July–Apr., Mon.–Sat. noon–9
  • 2. Danilo's Jazz Club

    Panama City | Live Music

    Named for Panamanian jazz legend Danilo Pérez, this 50-seat venue has quickly become one of Panama City's premier live music venues. Small and intimate, Danilo's serves an array of cocktails and hosts a steady rotation of local and international talent.

    Plaza Herrera, next to American Trade Hotel, , Panama
    507-211–2000
  • 3. Ego y Narciso

    Casco Viejo

    This tapas restaurant has tables on Plaza Bolívar, with views of the illuminated Iglesia de San Francisco and other historic structures, making it one of the city's most romantic spots for a drink.

    Calle 3 Este on Plaza Bolívar, Panama City, Panamá, Panama
    507-262--2045
  • 4. Tántalo

    Bars/Pubs

    The rooftop bar of this hip hotel has a great view of the city's skyline beyond the ancient roofs of Casco Viejo. Weekends vibrate with the boom-boom of deafening house music, though the quality of the DJs varies. You can get a relatively quiet drink here Sunday through Wednesday.

    Calle 8 and Av. B, , Panama
    507-262–4030
  • 5. Altabar

    Dance Club

    One of Panama's hottest dance clubs, Altabar has DJs from Wednesday to Saturday and a sleek decor of white sofas and a black tile floor. There's a mezzanine for those who prefer to watch the bodies moving to the techno beat from a safe distance.

    Calle 49, half a block east of Calle Uruguay, , Panama
    507-390–2582
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  • 6. Azul

    Bars/Pubs

    This pool bar and grill on the 13th floor of the Trump Hotel is a popular weekend spot, thanks to its impressive view of the sea and the skycrapers of Costa del Este. An elevator at the back of the building offers access to the bar for nonguests.

    Calle Punta Colón, , Panama
    507-215–8800
  • 7. Barco Hundido

    Bars/Pubs

    Barco Hundido is a funky, open-air affair with tropical gardens. Wooden platforms stretch over the water, surrounding a small shipwreck that's lit at night so you can watch the fish. It's an obligatory stop if you wish to partake of the rowdier side of Bocas.

    Calle 1, at Av. E, Bocas del Toro, Panama
    507-6512–9032

    Nightlife Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues.
  • 8. Bocas Bambu Beach

    Bars/Pubs

    A large, semi-open-air bar and restaurant in the center of town projects surf videos on a big screen. You're sure to hear "No Woman, No Cry" and all the standards here.

    Calle 3, at Av. C, Bocas del Toro, Panama
    507-757–9227

    Nightlife Details

    Rate Includes: Daily 5:30–11 pm
  • 9. Bora Bora Panamá

    Dance Club

    This spacious dance hall (formerly known as Habana Panamá) hosts a variety of DJs, live music, and musical styles, from rap to salsa to electronica. They also screen sports events, so call or check their Facebook page to find out what's happening. Musical groups and DJs perform on a large stage at the end of a long dance floor lined with plush booths, at the opposite end of which is a massive bar stocked with a wide variety of alcoholic refreshments.

    Eloy Alfaro and Calle 12 Este, , Panama
    507-212–0152
  • 10. Casablanca

    Casco Viejo

    Casablanca, on the ground floor of the old Hotel Colombia, has tables on beautiful Plaza Bolívar, which is a great spot for a drink and conversation at night. They have live Latin music Thursday through Saturday, when this place really hops.

    Calle 4 on Plaza Bolívar, Panama City, Panamá, Panama
    507-6228--0040
  • 11. Cielo

    Bars/Pubs

    The pool bar on the roof of the Manrey Hotel is a popular weekend spot. DJs pump the crowd up and the danger of somebody falling into the pool increases with every martini served. The glowing-blue lap pool is surrounded by canopy couches, arm chairs, and tables, beyond which twinkle the city lights, making it a splendid spot for a drink any night.

    Calle Uruguay and Calle 48, , Panama
    507-203–0000
  • 12. Crown Casino

    Casinos

    Across the street from the Gran Hotel Nacional, the Crown Casino is a popular spot that includes a small bar called Pirates.

    Calle Pérez Balladares (Calle Central) and Av. 9 de Enero (Av. Central), , Panama
    507-377–4210
  • 13. El Panamá

    El Cangrejo

    The Hotel El Panamá is home to a large Crown Casino that is popular with Panamanians. It includes a bar that regularly hosts live music and DJs, and also offers decent lunch specials during the day.

    Vía Veneto and Calle Eusebio Morales, Panama City, Panamá, Panama
    507-213--1274
  • 14. El Pavo Real Panamá

    Bars/Pubs

    El Pavo Real Panamá is an attractive, British-inspired pub on a quiet stretch of Vía Argentina. It has a long bar, indoor and outdoor seating, two pool tables, and serves bar food including fish-and-chips. They often have live music, mostly rock, on weekends, but you can always get a quiet drink on the front terrace.

    Vía Argentina and Calle José Martí, across street from Angel Restaurante, , Panama
    507-394–6853
  • 15. Habibi's

    Bella Vista

    Habibi's is mainly a restaurant, and there are better dining options nearby, but its covered terrace is a good spot for a late-night drink on weekends, since it sits at the center of the Calle Uruguay action, and they serve till well past midnight.

    Calle 48 and Calle Uruguay, Panama City, Panamá, Panama
    507-264--3647
  • 16. Hard Rock Hotel Panama Megalopolis

    Paitilla

    The second floor of this massive hotel has two bars that are sometimes extremely crowded: Bling, a dance club, and Stage Bar, which hosts live bands. On the 62nd floor is Bits, a bar with indoor and outdoor seating.

    Boulevard El Hayek, Panama City, Panamá, Panama
    507-380--1111
  • 17. Hotel Panamonte

    A pleasant place for a quiet cocktail is the bar in the Panamonte, which has a terrace hemmed by gardens, a big fireplace, and lots of couches and cane chairs.

    Boquete, Chiriquí, Panama
    720–1324
  • 18. Istmo Brew Pub

    Bars/Pubs

    Istmo Brew Pub, next to Sevilla Suites hotel, serves several overpriced home brews, as well as the city's best selection of imported beers. It's a popular spot, with seating out front, inside, and on a back patio. There are pool tables and music. Sample the beers before ordering a house brew.

    Calle Eusebio A. Morales, , Panama
    507-265–5077
  • 19. Jeronimo

    Panama City | Live Music

    This attractive venue in Casco Viejo features art exhibits in the front, comfortable seating, and a bar in back, with live jazz by local groups like the talented young Alex Testa Quartet. Every month features different talent, so call or drop by to check the schedule.

    Av. B at Calle 10 , , Panama
    507-211–2758
  • 20. Kayuco

    Bars/Pubs

    Kayuco is a popular open-air bar and restaurant on the southwest corner of the marina on Isla Flamenco, with a view of the boats and the city's skyline in the distance. It's one of the few spots on the causeway for a drink by the water, and they serve fried seafood and other snacks into the wee hours.

    Isla Flamenco, , Panama
    507-314–1998

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