ENES

Casa Catedral

AmericanCasco Viejo
Perfect forDate nightLive musicBBQ and smokehouse
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Interior with exposed stone walls, colonial wooden doors and set tables at Casa Catedral, Casco Viejo, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for French toast
  • One of 5 American spots in Casco Viejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • The vintage-car and antique decor in a historic 18th-century building is the concept and the draw.
  • A live-music program (bolero, jazz and blues, Cuban son on set nights) is a repeated highlight.
  • Brunch, and the French toast in particular, earns specific praise.
  • Ambiance and service are emphasized in reviews.

The food

French toast

Brunch French toast, singled out repeatedly.

Popular
Mini burgers

Small burgers, one themed to a vintage Ford T 1916.

Short ribs with grilled vegetables

Braised short ribs with grilled vegetables.

Beef carpaccio

Thinly sliced raw beef starter.

New York strip steak

Grilled New York strip.

Red-fruit parfait

Layered red-fruit parfait from the brunch menu.

Where it is

C. 5a Oeste, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Casco Viejo, Panama City
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Good to know

On Calle 5ta, Casco Antiguo, near the Cathedral / Plaza MayorReservations required (small space); deposit via PagueloFacil or YappyValet parking (about $5)Brunch Fri-Sun 8am to 2pm; evening service Tue-Fri with live musicHappy hour Thu-Fri 3-7pm (2-for-1 cocktails)Private salons for groups of 10 or more

Best time to go

BusiestFri-Sat, 8-10 PMPrime weekend dinner service
Easy tableTue-WedQuieter room, easier reservation
Sweet spotThu, 7:30 PMFull service, calmer pace

Frequently asked

What kind of food does Casa Catedral serve?

Casa Catedral serves American. The menu includes French toast, Mini burgers, Short ribs with grilled vegetables.

What's good at Casa Catedral?

The vintage-car and antique decor in a historic 18th-century building is the concept and the draw. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

When is Casa Catedral open?

Casa Catedral is open most of the week and closed Tuesday. Most days it opens around 12:00 and closes around 10:00 PM.

Does Casa Catedral take reservations?

It lists a WhatsApp contact - the green button on this page opens the chat directly.

Where is Casa Catedral?

C. 5a Oeste, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, Casco Viejo, Panama City.

Nearby alternatives

Tasca La Candelaria

International

Snack Shack

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Super Gourmet Restaurant

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Around Casco Viejo

Casa Catedral is one of 149 restaurants EatsPanama tracks in Casco Viejo, Panama City. Every listing is built from public sources and menus - no restaurant can pay to appear. The neighborhood leans toward Cafe, Bar, Panamanian.

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