CALETA

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Plated seafood dish from Caleta on the venue's own Sofitel Legend Casc at CALETA, Casco Viejo, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for King crab with finger lime
  • One of 10 Seafood spots in Casco Viejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Locally sourced seafood presented with refined, artful plating by a Michelin-starred kitchen.
  • Elegant hotel setting with mahogany paneling, leather banquettes and a warm tropical atmosphere.
  • A sustainability-minded approach with seasonal, responsibly sourced ingredients.

The food

King crab with finger lime

Local king crab brightened with citrusy finger lime.

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Croaker in bijao leaf with coconut rice

Local croaker fish cooked in bijao leaf, served alongside coconut rice.

Popular

Where it is

C. 8a Este, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Casco Viejo, Panama City
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Good to know

Hotel restaurant (Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo)Fine diningReservations recommendedMichelin-starred executive chefLocal-seafood focusBreakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch service

Best time to go

BusiestFri-Sun, 1-3 PMWeekend lunch is busiest
Easy tableWeekday lunchEasy midday seat
Sweet spotFri, 12:30 PMLunch peak freshness, ahead of the rush

Notable mentions

Recognized on the extended list of Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants.

Frequently asked

What kind of food does CALETA serve?

CALETA serves Seafood. The menu includes King crab with finger lime, Croaker in bijao leaf with coconut rice.

What's good at CALETA?

Locally sourced seafood presented with refined, artful plating by a Michelin-starred kitchen. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

When is CALETA open?

CALETA serves seven days a week. Most days it opens around 6:30 and closes around 11:00 AM, 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 10:30 PM.

Where is CALETA?

C. 8a Este, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, Casco Viejo, Panama City.

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Around Casco Viejo

CALETA 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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