Brunch Restaurant & American Restaurant & Seafood Restaurant restaurant in Panama City

Dat Cajun Place Cafe

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!

4.6(8,483 reviews)
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Brunch Restaurant · American Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant
Dat Cajun Place Cafe in panama-city

Easygoing outlet for Cajun eats like po' boys & oysters, plus daily specials & regular live music.

About Dat Cajun Place Cafe

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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Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Moderate
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
🍽️Dining Style
Casual
Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
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Why Travelers Love Dat Cajun

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4.6 / 5.0(8,483 reviews)

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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Where to Find Them

2705 Navy Blvd, Panama City, FL 32408, USA

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Opening Hours

Closed Now
Monday11:00 AM – 9:45 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 9:45 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 9:45 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 9:45 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 9:45 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 9:45 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 9:45 PM
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Recent Reviews

Angie

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!

Katrina W.

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

Candise S.

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!

Nicki S.

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.

Justin S.

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.

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make Dat Cajun special

Outdoor Seating

Live Music

Cocktails

Beer

Wine

Coffee

Family Friendly

Groups Welcome

Practical Information

Everything you need to know before you visit

Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Parking

Free Parking Lot
Free Street Parking

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking

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