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La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo

Spanish$$Casco Viejo
Perfect forGood for groupsCevicheBBQ and smokehouseCocktail bars
How we list and verify
Grilled octopus with roasted potatoes and chimichurri at La Pulpería, Casco Viejo, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for Pulpo a la plancha

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Grilled octopus and ceviche are the dishes reviewers single out most.
  • Good value, with generous plates and a long cocktail happy hour.
  • Lively, warmly decorated room on a historic cobblestone street, with board games while you wait.
  • Friendly, English-speaking service.

The food

Pulpo a la plancha

Grilled octopus with sauteed potatoes; a repeat standout.

Popular
Ceviche de la casa

House ceviche in leche de tigre, served with plantain chips.

Popular
Chicken quesadilla

Quesadilla served with fries.

Popular
Hummus with beef and pita

Hummus topped with beef, served with warm pita.

Popular
Baby back ribs

Slow-cooked pork ribs.

Steak sandwich

Grilled steak sandwich, a casual menu staple.

Where it is

C. 9a Este, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Casco Viejo, Panama City
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Good to know

On Calle 9a Este, Casco Antiguo, next to La Rana DoradaOpen daily from midday; kitchen runs lateCocktail happy hour (all day Mon-Wed; until 7pm Thu-Sun)Reservations accepted online, advisable on weekendsSmall, intimate space that fills up at peakCards and cash (USD)Second location in San Francisco

Best time to go

BusiestFri-Sat, 8-10 PMWeekend dinner is busiest
Easy tableMon-Tue eveningsRelaxed, easy to seat
Sweet spotThu, 7 PMDinner buzz without the wait

Frequently asked

What kind of food does La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo serve?

La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo serves Spanish. The menu includes Pulpo a la plancha, Ceviche de la casa, Chicken quesadilla.

What's good at La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo?

Grilled octopus and ceviche are the dishes reviewers single out most. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

When is La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo open?

La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo serves seven days a week. Most days it opens around 11:30 AM and closes around 12:00 AM.

Does La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo take reservations?

It lists a WhatsApp contact - the green button on this page opens the chat directly.

Where is La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo?

C. 9a Este, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, Casco Viejo, Panama City.

Nearby alternatives

La Rana Dorada Casco

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Corcho

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La Bárbara Sushi & Cocktails

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Around Casco Viejo

La Pulpería - Casco Antiguo 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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