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Restaurante Efímero

Nikkei$$~El Cangrejo
Perfect forCevicheCocktail bars
$16 to $34 a mainHow we list and verify
Nikkei sushi rolls at Efimero, Obarrio, Panama City
HighlightsUpdated Jul 2026
  • Known for Ceviche Tibio
  • Typical spend: $16 to $34 a main
  • One of the few Nikkei kitchens in El Cangrejo

What's good

Distilled from public mentions, no ratings

  • Nikkei crossover of Peruvian ceviche/tiradito and Japanese sushi under one menu
  • Fresh seafood focus, including a fresh-lobster option and signature cocktails
  • Broad menu spanning ceviches, rolls, Peruvian mains, and Angus beef cuts

The food

Ceviche Tibio$18

Warm-style ceviche, one of several Peruvian ceviche variations.

Popular
Tiradito Nikkei$18

Sashimi-cut fish dressed Nikkei-style, bridging Peruvian and Japanese flavors.

Popular
Lomo Saltado$21

Peruvian stir-fried beef with onion, tomato, and fries.

Popular
Arroz con Mariscos$22

Peruvian-style seafood rice.

Entraña Angus$34

Grilled Angus skirt steak.

Spicy Tuna (roll)$16

Signature spicy tuna sushi roll.

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Where it is

Av Samuel Lewis entre la calle 54 y 55 de obarrio Frente a Plaza Obarrio al lado de joyería Afra, Torre Imperial, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
El Cangrejo, Panama City
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Good to know

Open lunch and dinner (roughly 12pm-10:30pm, earlier close Sun)Suitable for private eventsKids menu availableOn Avenida Samuel Lewis

Best time to go

BusiestFri-Sat, 8-10 PMWeekend dinner is busiest
Easy tableMon-Tue eveningsRelaxed, easy to seat
Sweet spotThu, 7 PMDinner buzz without the wait

Frequently asked

What kind of food does Restaurante Efímero serve?

Restaurante Efímero serves Nikkei. The menu includes Ceviche Tibio, Tiradito Nikkei, Lomo Saltado.

What's good at Restaurante Efímero?

Nikkei crossover of Peruvian ceviche/tiradito and Japanese sushi under one menu. That reflects what people consistently say online - EatsPanama does not post star ratings.

How much does a meal at Restaurante Efímero cost?

Based on its published menu, dishes run $16.00 to $34.00 ($$ overall).

When is Restaurante Efímero open?

Restaurante Efímero serves seven days a week. Most days it opens around 12:00 and closes around 11:00 PM.

Where is Restaurante Efímero?

Av Samuel Lewis entre la calle 54 y 55 de obarrio Frente a Plaza Obarrio al lado de joyería Afra, Torre Imperial, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama, El Cangrejo, Panama City.

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The Wallace

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LUNA ROOFTOP

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Around El Cangrejo

Restaurante Efímero 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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