First time in Panama City Beach? Welcome — we can’t wait to welcome you to our home city on the Emerald Coast. Our luxurious retreat has everything you need to feel rejuvenated and inspired in the warm, Floridian sun.
But let’s cut to the chase for all the foodies. Where can you get a stellar brunch? We’re talking Cajun breakfasts, cloud-like crepes, and indulgent platters to eat your heart out. Well, you came to the right place!
Keep reading as we walk through all of our favorite brunch spots on the Gulf Coast and our top menu picks for each one!
1. Gypsea Crepes
Photo Credit: Vladislav Noseek
- gypseacrepes.com
- 7012 Thomas Dr, Panama City Beach, FL
- $$
- Crepes
Who says you can’t find French-style crepes down South? Gypsea Crepes has made it their life mission to create the perfect balance of crisp-soft crepes with their mix of sweet and savory crepes. Great for a perfect Panama City Beach breakfast or an in between meals brunch!
The traditional breakfast crepe wraps around bacon, egg, cheese, and veggies in a cone shape (they all do). Or, go for a sweeter option with fruits and Nutella. The savory crepes are the perfect balance between breakfast and lunch, especially the “Eddie” with ham and brie or the Duke with roast beef.
2. Dat Cajun Place
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- datcajunplace.com/
- 2705 Thomas Drive, Panama City, FL
- $$
- Southern-style breakfast and brunch
Missing your fish boils from Louisiana? Good thing you can still find one right here at Dat Cajun Place. But hey, it’s brunch we’re after, so let’s take a look at their brunch menu. On top of your southern seafood favorites, you can order a wide array of mouthwatering brunch classics with a New Orleans twist. The best part has to be the Northshore Jazz Band, who delivers a tasty side of live music to enjoy with your meal.
And if you catch a football game, you can enjoy pitcher and wing specials for a more pub-like experience. Keep in mind that the brunch menu is only served on Sundays. Takeout is also available.
3. Liza’s Kitchen
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- lovelizas.com
- 7328 Thomas Dr. UNIT L, Panama City Beach, FL
- $$
- Gourmet sandwiches and brunch made from scratch
Liza’s Kitchen makes their bread — including the focaccia — from scratch. That’s what makes their gourmet sandwiches so delectable and the freshest around. Here, you can pick from a sandwich or brunch special — or both. We love the Roast Beef and Pimento Cheese on Focaccia, as well as the more health-conscious Hippie Chick, with roasted chicken and goat cheese.
Brunch-wise, you won’t find omelets, but the restaurant serves impeccable French toast, biscuits and gravy, bacon breakfast sandwiches, and poached eggs.
4. Another Broken Egg Cafe
- anotherbrokenegg.com
- 11535 Hutchison Blvd Ste 100, Panama City Beach, FL
- $$
- Traditional breakfast and brunch spot
Looking for a casual, cozy, and chill brunch? Another Broken Egg Cafe has all the classics plus a few surprises! They do a few Cajun specialties with a twist, like the Mardi Gras omelette with crawfish and sausage. Other favorites include the fried chicken and waffles, as well as the cinnamon bun french toast.
If there’s one thing this joint knows, it’s bloody marys. They have more than five variations of this tomato cocktail, like one with gin, another with tequila, and one with vodka as well. They also have their specialized takes on spiked coffees and lattes with liquor and liqueurs to give your caffeine an extra kick.
5. The Grand Marlin
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- pcb.thegrandmarlin.com
- Address: 5323 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL
- $$
- Fresh seafood-inspired brunch
This large seafood spot has an incredible brunch menu that you can enjoy while catching the game on one of the huge flat-screen TVs. Our personal favorites include the crabcake egg benedict with asparagus and jalapeno hollandaise (yum!). The Logan Turnpike grits are a must-have side, and you can always pick a more traditional seafood item like jumbo shrimp if you lean more toward the lunch side of brunch.
And if you want to add a little fun to your brunch? Try one of the Grand Marlin’s signature martinis, like the cucu-tini with gin or St. Thom’s martini with coconut!
6. Honorable Mention: Amavida Coffee Roasters Coffee Shop
- amavida.com
- Address: 2997 W. 10th St., Panama City, FL
- $
- Coffee shop
If you’re not too hungry but absolutely need a coffee re-up, Amavida is a solid choice. This sustainable coffee company offers a wide variety of blends with diverse tasting notes, from apple and fig to milk chocolate and malt. But you can also score a traditional espresso or Americano if that’s more your speed.
Take a bag home as a souvenir, or delight in a cup at the shop, which has a calm, peaceful ambiance and a bustling patio. You can also find local artwork and photographs hanging next to some of the local merchandise, which offers a warm, community feel and atmosphere.
Ready to Indulge in Panama City Beach?
From Cajun-inspired seafood to traditional bacon-egg platters, brunch spots have it all here in Panama City Beach.
But once you’ve had your fill, you might want to retreat for a mid-day nap. It is, after all, a vacation! We invite you to our relaxing retreat at the Pines at West Bay, where you can connect with loved ones, play some pickleball, soak up some sun, or enjoy a refreshing swim.
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