Afrodisíaco Italian Modern Kitchen

Eggplant parmesan at Afrodisíaco, Casco Viejo, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for Seafood risotto
  • One of 9 Italian spots in Casco Viejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Service is repeatedly described as attentive, knowledgeable and genuinely welcoming.
  • Intimate, carefully styled room with soft lighting that feels curated rather than stuffy.
  • Handmade pastas and consistency keep a largely local clientele coming back.
  • Wine list spans Italian and Latin American bottles at approachable price points.

The food

Seafood risotto

Rich rice dish built around fresh seafood, a signature of the kitchen.

Popular
Lasagna

Layered baked pasta noted by diners as hearty and satisfying.

Popular
Handmade gnocchi

House-made potato dumplings served in the northern Italian style.

Lobster pasta

Pasta plated with lobster, one of the seafood-forward options guests single out.

Ravioli

Filled fresh pasta prepared in-house.

Frutti di mare

Mixed-seafood pasta highlighting the menu's coastal Italian leanings.

Where it is

Av. A, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Casco Viejo, Panama City
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Good to know

Corner location between Hotel Central and Sofitel Legend in Casco ViejoCurated wine programPopular with local Panamanians, not just touristsBooking/contact primarily via Instagram (@afrodisiacopty)Reservations advisable

Best time to go

BusiestFri-Sat, 8-10 PMPrime weekend dinner service
Easy tableTue-WedQuieter room, easier reservation
Sweet spotThu, 7:30 PMFull service, calmer pace

Notable mentions

Cited by local guide Casco Viejo 360 as a spot concierges at Panama City's top hotels recommend for authentic Italian dining.

Frequently asked

What kind of food does Afrodisíaco Italian Modern Kitchen serve?

Afrodisíaco Italian Modern Kitchen serves Italian. The menu includes Seafood risotto, Lasagna, Handmade gnocchi.

What's good at Afrodisíaco Italian Modern Kitchen?

Service is repeatedly described as attentive, knowledgeable and genuinely welcoming. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

When is Afrodisíaco Italian Modern Kitchen open?

Afrodisíaco Italian Modern Kitchen is open most of the week and closed Tuesday. Most days it opens around 5:00 and closes around 10:00 PM.

Where is Afrodisíaco Italian Modern Kitchen?

Av. A, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, Casco Viejo, Panama City.

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Around Casco Viejo

Afrodisíaco Italian Modern Kitchen is one of 149 restaurants EatsPanama tracks in Casco Viejo, Panama City. Every listing is built from public sources and menus - no restaurant can pay to appear. The neighborhood leans toward Cafe, Bar, Panamanian.

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