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APE

BarEl Cangrejo
Perfect forCocktail bars
How we list and verify
Patacones with braised meat at APE, El Cangrejo, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for Pasteis de Bacalhau
  • One of 16 Bar spots in El Cangrejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Creative, mixology-driven cocktail program is the main draw
  • Aperitivo format pairing drinks with well-executed small plates
  • Small, characterful Via Argentina spot

The food

Pasteis de Bacalhau

Portuguese-style salt-cod fritters, crisp outside and creamy within; a house standout.

Popular
Un Poquito de Amor

A signature house cocktail.

Popular
Kampeiri

A signature cocktail on the creative drinks list.

Order & find APE online

Order for delivery, browse the full menu with prices, or follow along.

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Where it is

Vía Argentina edificio 53, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
El Cangrejo, Panama City
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Good to know

Via Argentina, Edificio 53, El CangrejoCocktail/aperitivo bar with small platesMenu shared via Linktree (EN/ES); no online booking listed

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 APE serve?

APE serves Bar. The menu includes Pasteis de Bacalhau, Un Poquito de Amor, Kampeiri.

What's good at APE?

Creative, mixology-driven cocktail program is the main draw. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

When is APE open?

APE is open most of the week and closed Monday. Most days it opens around 3:00 and closes around 10:30 PM.

Where is APE?

Vía Argentina edificio 53, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, El Cangrejo, Panama City.

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Around El Cangrejo

APE 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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