Restaurant & Seafood Restaurant & Food restaurant in Panama City

Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant

Dine on Panama City Beach at this popular spot, rated 4.2/5 stars. Enjoy seafood, cocktails, and live music with beautiful ocean views.

4.2(14,442 reviews)
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Restaurant · Seafood Restaurant · Food
Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant in panama-city

Casual eatery turning out seafood, margaritas, and more on a beachside patio with live music and events.

About Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant

This beachfront establishment in Panama City offers a lively dining experience with a backdrop of the Gulf of Mexico. Patrons consistently rate it highly, with an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars. The atmosphere is enhanced by live music and the availability of outdoor seating, making it a favored destination for groups. While the menu features a range of appealing options, many guests rave about the seafood selections, including smoked tuna dip and calamari. The moderate pricing, indicated by "$$", makes it an accessible choice for those seeking a memorable meal with ocean views and a festive vibe. Diners appreciate the overall experience, from the fresh flavors to the energetic setting.

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Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Moderate
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
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Why Travelers Love Sharky's Beachfront

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4.2 / 5.0(14,442 reviews)

I went to Sharky’s with family and the food was pretty good. I tried a steak which came back a bit more raw than I expected. When I asked if they can cook it a little more they brought out the same piece. Usually they fire a new one at most restaurants so it wasn’t a huge deal (it just wasn’t actually cooked anymore in my opinion). Everyone else’s meals looked amazing though and they said they were delicious. As for appetizers, the calamari was so good, as well as the smoked tuna dip. Our waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. All in all, we would definitely eat here again when we’re back in town. I also recommend eating outside because it’s right off the beach and the views are beautiful! We are driving the coast in our rv and stopped at Sharky's as our Panama city beach experience. The restaurant is directly on the beach with a beautiful view. Our server Trey made this such an excellent experience. He was friendly and gave us perfect suggestions for both food and drink. He's the best server we've experienced in FL! The drinks we're generous and the food was cooked perfectly. An overall great experience. Great view of the beach. We came in early when they just open and have a little time to look around and enjoy the ocean views. The view is very chill very romantic with umbrellas and nice bar Although the food just mediocre to me. We orders a grouper dish, butter shrimp and Tuna salad. First off, these are smaller portion as I expected for the price of $30+ a dish. The grouper is little dried, butter shrimp dish is the best of all, very moist and crunchy, tuna was ok, we went with medium rare, It came out little more medium. Oysters are little smaller for $22 a dozen. We asked for baked oysters, too much cheese and take away the sweetness of the oyster. The host up front was very nice and helpful, so did our server!

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Where to Find Them

15201 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, USA

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Opening Hours

Open Now
Monday11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Sunday11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
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Recent Reviews

Marianne M.

October 11, 2025

I went to Sharky’s with family and the food was pretty good. I tried a steak which came back a bit more raw than I expected. When I asked if they can cook it a little more they brought out the same piece. Usually they fire a new one at most restaurants so it wasn’t a huge deal (it just wasn’t actually cooked anymore in my opinion). Everyone else’s meals looked amazing though and they said they were delicious. As for appetizers, the calamari was so good, as well as the smoked tuna dip. Our waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. All in all, we would definitely eat here again when we’re back in town. I also recommend eating outside because it’s right off the beach and the views are beautiful!

Katherine

October 12, 2025

We are driving the coast in our rv and stopped at Sharky's as our Panama city beach experience. The restaurant is directly on the beach with a beautiful view. Our server Trey made this such an excellent experience. He was friendly and gave us perfect suggestions for both food and drink. He's the best server we've experienced in FL! The drinks we're generous and the food was cooked perfectly. An overall great experience.

Kal L.

October 2, 2025

Great view of the beach. We came in early when they just open and have a little time to look around and enjoy the ocean views. The view is very chill very romantic with umbrellas and nice bar Although the food just mediocre to me. We orders a grouper dish, butter shrimp and Tuna salad. First off, these are smaller portion as I expected for the price of $30+ a dish. The grouper is little dried, butter shrimp dish is the best of all, very moist and crunchy, tuna was ok, we went with medium rare, It came out little more medium. Oysters are little smaller for $22 a dozen. We asked for baked oysters, too much cheese and take away the sweetness of the oyster. The host up front was very nice and helpful, so did our server!

Brittany T.

June 21, 2025

Food and drinks are both on point—everything we tried was delicious. The beach view is beautiful, and the playground is a great bonus if you’ve got kids with you. Service was a bit hit or miss, though. We came twice during our trip. The first time, our server wasn’t it—barely checked on us, wasn’t friendly, and spent more time chatting at the bar than bringing the napkins I asked for. But the second visit totally made up for it. Our server that day was awesome: super attentive, friendly, and kept the drinks and refills coming without us having to ask. Overall, definitely worth checking out. Just hope you catch them on a good service day. 👌

Whole

November 17, 2025

Some menu items are expensive for common/classic items, almost 20 dollars for a burger and fries. The seafood was good and service was wonderful, the giftshop was cute and the huge shark outside is fun for photos! The atmosphere was great. If you order a cocktail/speciality drink it comes in a fun collectable cup.

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make Sharky's Beachfront special

Outdoor Seating

Live Music

Cocktails

Beer

Wine

Coffee

Family Friendly

Groups Welcome

Reservations

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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