The Best Bars In Costa Del Este Panama City

Costa del Este is a chic area of Panama City with beautiful bars on offer. Here is a list of the best options for an after dinner cocktail, round of beers, or glass of wine.

1. Los Años Locos

Bar, Restaurant, Panamanian

A brand new location of this beloved chain in Panama, Los Años Locos translates to “The Crazy Years” and is a beautiful establishment. Come hungry and thirsty and ready to relax and enjoy the lovely ambiance of this incredible gem of an eatery. Have a fine glass of wine while scoping the menu and sit back and relax—Los Años Locos is where it’s at.

2. La Rana Dorada

Bar, Pub, Contemporary, Pub Grub

It’s five o’clock somewhere, and at La Rana Dorada, no one is judging with a generous Happy Hour from noon to 6 p.m. offering half off all craft beers. This is a must-visit for the craft beer lover, as La Rana Dorada is one of Panama’s oldest craft brewers. The brewery warehouse, Cerveceria La Rana Dorada, boasts an extended happy hour from 4–8 p.m. on Friday, 12–6 p.m. on Saturday.

3. Casa Bruja Brewing Co.

Bar, Pub, Panamanian, Pub Grub

This local craft brewery is the place to be for beer lovers. Enjoy a brew of Panamanian beer here and the incredible atmosphere.

5. Istmo Brew Pub

Bar, Pub, Pub Grub, Panamanian

Istmo Brew Pub is the go-to bar of choice for a quick beer to start the evening or to wind down after a long day. Offering a chill environment with a nice outdoor terrace to watch the buzz of the city, Istmo is a classic watering hole of Panama with an impressive beer list.

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6. Danilo Perez Jazz Bar

Bar, Nightclub, Pub Grub, Wine, Beer, Cocktails

This live jazz bar offers a unique experience for the music lovers who enjoy sipping signature cocktails while listening to fantastic rhythms and harmonies.

7. Platea Jazz Bar

Bar, Pub Grub, Panamanian

If you finished your cocktail at Danilo and are ready to try another spot but still feel that jazz, head over to Platea Jazz Bar. This live music location mostly features jazz, but also adds a hint of salsa to spice things up.

8. Blarney Stone

Pub, Restaurant, Irish, Pub Grub

A favorite in Panama City is Blarney Stone. A restaurant and pub, folks love to visit Blarney for the booze as well as the grub. Blarney also offers great happy hour specials, which entices the already eager patrons who frequent this favored establishment.

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