Savor authentic Cajun and seafood at this Panama City gem with a 4.6-star rating. Enjoy live music, great cocktails, and delicious food. Discover your new favorite spot!
Easygoing outlet for Cajun eats like po' boys & oysters, plus daily specials & regular live music.
This popular spot in Panama City offers a vibrant taste of Cajun and American cuisine, drawing in diners with its lively atmosphere and consistently excellent food. With an impressive 4.6-star rating from over 8,000 reviews, it's clear this restaurant has captured the hearts (and appetites) of many. Diners frequently praise the superb oysters and generous portions, with dishes like the Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya being a particular highlight, often providing a delicious second meal. The experience is further enhanced by features like live music, making it a fantastic destination for groups seeking a memorable night out. The appealing $$-$$$ price range makes it accessible for a delightful dining experience.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome
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Easy parking. Martini drink feature was great value. Oysters were superb. Tried the nightly feature dinner Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya (not pictured because it was too yummy). Not only was dinner delicious but was a large amount of food and perfect lunch on the next day! But honestly, we drove across to enjoy some live music with our meal. Anne Cline is so talented. 🫶👏🫶 Was a great night! My daughter took me out for an early lunch and we decided to split our meal and appetizer. Chris, our server greeted us quickly and took our order and gave recommendations. He has a great sense of humor as we chatted about my name "Katrina, the hurricane 🌀 ". My daughter got the Alligator bites, an Amaretto Sour and we decided on the Tuesday Special "Cajun Chicken Alfredo" (enough for two people!) with a side of bread. The food order was quick & served hot and the atmosphere creative. It was absolutely delicious 😋 and definitely wont disappoint a hungry appetite. I cleared my plate !! This should be on the menu as a regular meal as it was so tasty. Wish I could get the recipe. Definitely returning on Tuesday for the special again and especially if Chris is our server. 😉 5☆'s *Check out our pics Came to Dat Cajun Place and let me tell you they did not disappoint! We grabbed seats at the bar, and our server Josh was a one-man show. He handled the entire bar like there were five of him, smooth, fast, and friendly! Now, let’s talk food! The cook, Daniel, served up some All-In Oysters that had me saying, “Oh my, my, my!” This was my first time trying oysters, and they hit the spot and the heat was ridiculously perfect. My friend went for the fried catfish po’boy with a side of gumbo (so good!), while I had the fried shrimp with their spicy sauce, rice, and spicy potato salad. Flavor on point. From the moment we walked in until the time we left, the customer service was top-tier. I can see exactly why the locals keep coming back. Let’s just say I’m going to bed happy, full, and completely satisfied. Thanks, Dat Cajun Place, for an amazing time at the bar! We’ll definitely be back on our next visit to Panama City, Florida!
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November 13, 2025
Easy parking. Martini drink feature was great value. Oysters were superb. Tried the nightly feature dinner Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya (not pictured because it was too yummy). Not only was dinner delicious but was a large amount of food and perfect lunch on the next day! But honestly, we drove across to enjoy some live music with our meal. Anne Cline is so talented. 🫶👏🫶 Was a great night!
November 7, 2025
My daughter took me out for an early lunch and we decided to split our meal and appetizer. Chris, our server greeted us quickly and took our order and gave recommendations. He has a great sense of humor as we chatted about my name "Katrina, the hurricane 🌀 ". My daughter got the Alligator bites, an Amaretto Sour and we decided on the Tuesday Special "Cajun Chicken Alfredo" (enough for two people!) with a side of bread. The food order was quick & served hot and the atmosphere creative. It was absolutely delicious 😋 and definitely wont disappoint a hungry appetite. I cleared my plate !! This should be on the menu as a regular meal as it was so tasty. Wish I could get the recipe. Definitely returning on Tuesday for the special again and especially if Chris is our server. 😉 5☆'s *Check out our pics
October 7, 2025
Came to Dat Cajun Place and let me tell you they did not disappoint! We grabbed seats at the bar, and our server Josh was a one-man show. He handled the entire bar like there were five of him, smooth, fast, and friendly! Now, let’s talk food! The cook, Daniel, served up some All-In Oysters that had me saying, “Oh my, my, my!” This was my first time trying oysters, and they hit the spot and the heat was ridiculously perfect. My friend went for the fried catfish po’boy with a side of gumbo (so good!), while I had the fried shrimp with their spicy sauce, rice, and spicy potato salad. Flavor on point. From the moment we walked in until the time we left, the customer service was top-tier. I can see exactly why the locals keep coming back. Let’s just say I’m going to bed happy, full, and completely satisfied. Thanks, Dat Cajun Place, for an amazing time at the bar! We’ll definitely be back on our next visit to Panama City, Florida!
November 7, 2025
The food was absolutely delicious and the service was great! We tried the crawfish etouffee and red snapper. We literally cleaned our plates it was so good! We will definitely visit again.
October 21, 2025
I loved this place. Great vibe, a bar area, and lots of TV's. Menu had lots of great sounding dishes, plus daily specials. The boudin balls were very good as was the voodoo sauce. Loved the crawfish etoufee, it had great spice. My wife's shrimp, lobster, and grits looked amazing. Would be here all the time if we lived here. It was pretty packed on a Monday night. Only negative would be the server, he didn't seem real happy to be there.
Features and amenities that make Dat Cajun special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
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