Animal Brew

HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for House small-batch craft beers
  • One of 16 Bar spots in El Cangrejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Distinctive house-brewed small-batch beers you won't find elsewhere
  • Laid-back, treehouse-like multi-level space with rock music
  • Well-liked simple food, especially the burgers and fries

The food

House small-batch craft beers

Rotating own-brewed beers in limited batches (e.g., a black IPA and a pilsner); the main reason to visit.

Popular
Animal burger

The house burger, a frequently recommended order.

Popular
Wings

Chicken wings to share.

Fries

Fries, singled out by regulars.

Onion rings

Battered onion rings.

Where it is

Vía Argentina, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
El Cangrejo, Panama City
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Good to know

Craft microbrewery / taproomCozy, small, multi-level seatingHours: Mon-Fri 12pm-12am, Sat-Sun 3pm-12amHistorically cash (some card/Yappy reported - confirm)Wheelchair accessibleOccasional live musicVia Argentina, El Cangrejo

Best time to go

BusiestThu-Sat, 9 PM-lateLate-evening weekend buzz
Easy tableTue-Wed nightsQuieter, easy seat at the bar
Sweet spotFri, 7-8 PMLively but before the late rush

Frequently asked

What kind of food does Animal Brew serve?

Animal Brew serves Bar. The menu includes House small-batch craft beers, Animal burger, Wings.

What's good at Animal Brew?

Distinctive house-brewed small-batch beers you won't find elsewhere. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

When is Animal Brew open?

Animal Brew serves seven days a week. Most days it opens around 6:00 and closes around 10:00 PM.

Where is Animal Brew?

Vía Argentina, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, El Cangrejo, Panama City.

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Around El Cangrejo

Animal Brew is one of 231 restaurants EatsPanama tracks in El Cangrejo, Panama City. Every listing is built from public sources and menus - no restaurant can pay to appear. The neighborhood leans toward Cafe, Bar, International.

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