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El Valle de Anton is an incredibly mystical getaway not too far from Panama City. Perfect for a weekend escape, the town is a special, exotic destination surrounded by mountains and greenery with the freshest air. Here are some of the best places to grab a bite to eat while there.

La Casa de Lourdes

Restaurant, South American

Red Wine Evening
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This cozy, South American restaurant is a family-friendly favorite. The setting is a rustic villa with a gorgeous garden, and the food is magnificent. Spectacular starter salads to delectable chocolate sundaes, La Casa de Lourdes also has a noteworthy wine list.

Da Vinci Del Pastas Gourmet

Restaurant, Italian

Da Vinci Deli Pastas Gourmet | El Valle, El Valle de Anton
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The truth is in the name. This Italian restaurant offers the best in pasta dishes and so much more. When you are in the mood for spaghetti or fettuccini, come to Da Vinci Del Pastas Gourmet for the best of Panama in El Valle.

Restaurante Massiel

Restaurant, Panamanian

Sancocho de Gallina Criolla
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This is the restaurant to go to when you are craving Panamanian fare. All of the best of Panamanian classics can be found here. Name your dish and know that it will be delish! This Panamanian staple is a well-loved favorite restaurant in El Valle.

L’italiano Ristorante

Restaurant, Italian

Italian pasta
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Come to this cozy Italian restaurant for homemade Italian pizza and delicious pasta. The service is as welcoming as the restaurant itself, owned and run by a friendly couple. The family-style restaurant is an excellent choice and offers many variations of sauces for all taste preferences.

Bruschetta Restaurant

Restaurant, Contemporary

As the name suggests, the bruschetta is spectacular. Other delightful options include spaghetti with prawns in pesto sauce, clams, plantains, steak, soups and more. With a lovely outdoor seating area and a small dining room inside as well, Bruschetta offers an intimate setting for dining in an enjoyable atmosphere.

Restaurante Doña Nella

Restaurant, Contemporary

This lovely restaurant offers the finest of Creole food offerings. Also on offer is coffee and breakfast, which is beloved to the locals as much as the travelers. The restaurant is casual and clean with delicious food and is a fine choice for children.

Zapote Restaurant

Restaurant, Contemporary

Zapote offers a wide variety of food options on the massive menu. With large, tasty pizzas and delectably fresh ceviche on offer, the restaurant also offers Panama’s traditional dish, sancocho. This is a fantastic, cozy and casual option for groups and it is family-friendly for children, too. With so many great options for meals, there is sure to be something to please everyone here.

About the author

Brittney is a global writer and editor fluent in wanderlust with work also published in Lonely Planet, Forbes Travel Guide, Time Out, International Living, and more. Hailing from Detroit, MI, she first moved to NYC, then LA, and from there, NOLA, before venturing overseas to Panama. Follow Brittney on Instagram at @existential_bls.

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