Thanksgiving at the beach offers more than just sunshine, sugar-white sand, and Gulf views. It also features incredible holiday meals. This year, Panama City Beach restaurants are serving up festive Thanksgiving lunches and dinners for visitors from near and far.
Whether you're craving a traditional turkey dinner or a coastal twist on your favorite holiday dishes, you’ll receive a warm welcome. Many places require reservations or have limited seating, so be sure to call ahead and reserve your table!
Below is a list of local restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day in Panama City Beach. Gather your family and friends and enjoy a holiday feast without turning on the oven.
Thanksgiving Meals in Panama City Beach
- Alice’s on Bayview
1000 Bayview Ave., Panama City
(850) 640-4516
https://www.alicesonbayview.com/
- C-Level Seafood & Steak Restaurant
8014 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach
(850) 233-3564
https://www.facebook.com/CLevelGrill/
- Copper Tap Grille
1316 Beck Ave., Panama City
(850) 740-3333
www.coppertapgrille.com
- Dat Cajun Place Oyster Bar & Grill
2705 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach
(850) 588-5314
https://datcajunplace.com/
- Dirty Dick’s Crab House
Reservations encouraged
Open 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
9800 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach
(850) 230-3425
DIRTYDICKSCRABS.COM
- The Grand Marlin
Reservations encouraged
5323 N. Lagoon Drive, Panama City Beach
(850) 249-1500
www.thegrandmarlin.com
- Hammerhead Fred’s
Thanksgiving buffet served 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Reservations available online
8752 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach
(850) 233-3907
https://www.facebook.com/hammerheadfredspcbeach
- Runaway Island
Reservations required
Serving 10:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
14521 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach
(850) 634-4884
- Saltwater Grill
Traditional Thanksgiving buffet 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Reservations recommended; limited walk-ins available
11040 Hutchison Blvd., Panama City Beach
(850) 230-2739
www.saltwatergrillpcb.com
- Sharky’s Beachfront Restaurant
15201 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach
(850) 235-2420
https://sharkysbeach.com/
