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Mercadito del Cangrejo

PanamanianEl Cangrejo
Perfect forBrunchPatacones
$8 to $10 a plateHow we list and verify
Breakfast plate at Mercadito del Cangrejo, El Cangrejo, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for Camarones al ajillo con patacones
  • Typical spend: $8 to $10 a plate
  • One of 10 Panamanian spots in El Cangrejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Affordable homestyle Panamanian plates in the heart of El Cangrejo
  • Green, relaxed setting described as a small oasis on the strip
  • Friendly service and good value

The food

Camarones al ajillo con patacones

Garlic shrimp served with fried green plantain, a frequently recommended plate.

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Where it is

El Cangrejo 6708, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
El Cangrejo, Panama City
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Good to know

Casual cafeteria formatLow typical spend (roughly $8-10 per person)Via Argentina / Calle Enrique Geenizier locationConfirm current hours before visiting

Best time to go

BusiestSat-Sun, 9 AM-12 PMWeekend brunch is the peak
Easy tableWeekday morningsCalm, easy to get a table
Sweet spotSun, 8:30-9:30 AMFresh and unhurried before the brunch wave

Frequently asked

What kind of food does Mercadito del Cangrejo serve?

Mercadito del Cangrejo serves Panamanian. The menu includes Camarones al ajillo con patacones.

What's good at Mercadito del Cangrejo?

Affordable homestyle Panamanian plates in the heart of El Cangrejo. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

When is Mercadito del Cangrejo open?

Mercadito del Cangrejo is open most of the week and closed Monday. Most days it opens around 8:00 AM and closes around 7:00 PM.

Where is Mercadito del Cangrejo?

El Cangrejo 6708, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, El Cangrejo, Panama City.

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Around El Cangrejo

Mercadito del Cangrejo 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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