Schooners
Experience Panama City's top seafood with Schooners. Enjoy ocean breezes, live music, and 4.6-star rated dishes. Discover your new favorite beachside dining spot.
Laid-back waterfront bar & seafood spot offering sunset views, live music & late-night hours.
About Schooners
This popular Panama City establishment, consistently earning a 4.6 out of 5 stars from nearly 9,000 diners, offers a quintessential beachside dining experience. Known for its fresh seafood, particularly the expertly prepared coffee-seared tuna, and delightful hush puppies, it's a place where the ocean breeze complements every bite. The vibrant atmosphere, enhanced by live music and a well-curated selection of cocktails, makes it a favorite for both locals and visitors. The friendly staff and convenient parking further contribute to its appeal, making it an accessible and enjoyable destination for groups seeking to savor the flavors of the coast.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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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 (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome
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Why Travelers Love Schooners
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
The absolute best place on the beach. My favorite thing on the menus is the coffee seared tuna. Also great hush puppies. The mixed drink selection is awesome (especially the pina colada). Wish they had something on draft though. The staff is always friendly and you can’t beat sitting on the deck with the ocean breeze blowing through. They have two parking lots close so even when it is crowded you can usually still find a spot. Also great place to hang out on the beach and just walk up and order drinks. A must visit spot in PCB! Food was amazing!! Atmosphere was stellar!! Will DEFINITELY BE BACK! Sunset view with dinner was breathtaking! I had the blackened grouper with the Gouda grits, mahi bites and key lime pie. Our server was helpful with suggestions and modifications to the menu. Can’t wait to return! We got there just as they were opening the doors. We were sat very quickly outside. The beach breeze and views are breathtaking. Prices are very reasonable for the great quality and freshness of the seafood. This early in the day there were quite a bit of families. Great drinks, yummy food, wonderful atmosphere. They also have live music, but we missed it. This place does get crowded, highly recommended and worth the wait.
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Recent Reviews
Gerry B.
November 18, 2025
The absolute best place on the beach. My favorite thing on the menus is the coffee seared tuna. Also great hush puppies. The mixed drink selection is awesome (especially the pina colada). Wish they had something on draft though. The staff is always friendly and you can’t beat sitting on the deck with the ocean breeze blowing through. They have two parking lots close so even when it is crowded you can usually still find a spot. Also great place to hang out on the beach and just walk up and order drinks. A must visit spot in PCB!
Krista H.
October 2, 2025
Food was amazing!! Atmosphere was stellar!! Will DEFINITELY BE BACK! Sunset view with dinner was breathtaking! I had the blackened grouper with the Gouda grits, mahi bites and key lime pie. Our server was helpful with suggestions and modifications to the menu. Can’t wait to return!
Bella M.
August 31, 2025
We got there just as they were opening the doors. We were sat very quickly outside. The beach breeze and views are breathtaking. Prices are very reasonable for the great quality and freshness of the seafood. This early in the day there were quite a bit of families. Great drinks, yummy food, wonderful atmosphere. They also have live music, but we missed it. This place does get crowded, highly recommended and worth the wait.
Faincy 1.
September 28, 2025
Nice restaurant on the beach! Hubby ordered fish tacos and they were just ok. The flounder was not offered on the lunch menu but our wonderful waitress asked the kitchen staff if they would cook it and they did! The hush puppies were great but we only got two! We will definitely go back. I would’ve given them 5 stars but the mahi in the tacos was overcooked.
Keith L.
October 26, 2025
Amazing food, service, and views — especially during Lobster Fest! We had an awesome time at Schooners during the Lobster Festival! The food was incredible — fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The service was top-notch, with friendly staff who made us feel right at home. And you just can’t beat those oceanfront views — watching the large Schooners sandcastle built from our table was unforgettable. Schooners really captures the true Panama City Beach vibe — great food, great people, and great scenery. Can’t wait to come back next year!
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Schooners special
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Parking
Accessibility
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