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Nakama Restaurant & Bar

Japanese$~El Cangrejo
Perfect forRamenCocktail bars
$14 to $15 a signature sushi roll (fried appetizers $6 to $7)How we list and verify
Katsu ramen at Nakama Restaurant & Bar, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for Nakama Roll
  • Typical spend: $14 to $15 a signature sushi roll (fried appetizers $6 to $7)
  • One of 12 Japanese spots in El Cangrejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Immersive anime/cosplay concept that sets it apart from other sushi spots
  • Japanese-Latin fusion rolls and shareable fried appetizers
  • Broad menu spanning sushi, ramen, burgers, kids' plates, and themed cocktails

The food

Nakama Roll$14.50

The house signature sushi roll.

Popular
Sheng Long Roll$15.25

A specialty roll on the sushi menu.

Popular
Gyozas (chicken or pork)$5.75

Pan-fried Japanese dumplings.

Coconut shrimp$7.25

Shrimp breaded in shredded coconut and panko.

Popular
Croquetas Gyojin$6.10

House fried croquettes.

Siu Mais fritos$6.75

Fried siu mai dumplings.

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Where it is

Plaza Strip, Calle 58 Este 58, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
El Cangrejo, Panama City
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Good to know

Calle 58, Obarrio (Plaza Strip 58)Anime/cosplay theme; cosplay encouragedOnline reservationsDelivery via PedidosYaFull bar with themed cocktails

Best time to go

BusiestThu-Sat, 9 PM-lateLate-evening weekend buzz
Easy tableTue-Wed nightsQuieter, easy seat at the bar
Sweet spotFri, 7-8 PMLively but before the late rush

Frequently asked

What kind of food does Nakama Restaurant & Bar serve?

Nakama Restaurant & Bar serves Japanese. The menu includes Nakama Roll, Sheng Long Roll, Gyozas (chicken or pork).

What's good at Nakama Restaurant & Bar?

Immersive anime/cosplay concept that sets it apart from other sushi spots. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

How much does a meal at Nakama Restaurant & Bar cost?

Based on its published menu, dishes run $5.75 to $15.25 ($ overall).

When is Nakama Restaurant & Bar open?

Nakama Restaurant & Bar is open most of the week and closed Monday. Most days it opens around 12:00 and closes around 9:00 PM.

Where is Nakama Restaurant & Bar?

Plaza Strip, Calle 58 Este 58, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, El Cangrejo, Panama City.

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Around El Cangrejo

Nakama Restaurant & Bar is one of 231 restaurants EatsPanama tracks in El Cangrejo, Panama City. Every listing is built from public sources and menus - no restaurant can pay to appear. The neighborhood leans toward Cafe, Bar, International.

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