Capt. Anderson's
Capt. Anderson's
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5551 North Lagoon Drive
Panama City,
FL
32408
Phone: 850-234-2226
Website: Capt. Anderson's
Voted #1 Seafood Restaurant by Southern Living Magazine, recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, winner of Florida Trend's Golden Spoon award, and ranked among Americas Top 50 by Restaurants and Institutions Magazine, this waterfront landmark restaurant is famous for their awesome fresh local seafood. It is a local tradition to dine early and watch the fleet unload. Unbeatable! Unforgettable! The ultimate Seafood Restaurant now offers the ultimate on-line seafood market! Plus, shop for gift certificates and souvenirs from this landmark seafood restaurant.
91 Votes
27 Reviews
Details:
5551 North Lagoon Drive
Panama City,
FL
32408
Location: On Thomas Drive, waterfront at Grand Lagoon
Contact:
Phone: 850-234-2226
Toll Free: 888-US-TOP50
Alt. Phone or Fax: 850-235-1277
Business Hours: 4pm - 10pm
Credit Cards Accepted: American Express,
Discover,
Mastercard,
Visa
Accessibility Offered: Handicap
Visit their website: Capt. Anderson's
Food Served: Seafood,
Steak
Meals Served: Dinner
Restaurant Reservations: Not Required
Restaurant Smoking: Non-Smoking Sections Available
Restaurant Dress Code: Casual
Reviews:
0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Food, 2008-12-17
Reviewed By: 1987fltc
Reviewed By: 1987fltc
1987fltc
I'm from ma. and a very good friend took me to Capt. Andersons for dinner. The both times that I was taken there by my very good friend, A.I., it was fantastic, both in veiws and the food. I hope to get down there soon. Chris Liatsis
I'm from ma. and a very good friend took me to Capt. Andersons for dinner. The both times that I was taken there by my very good friend, A.I., it was fantastic, both in veiws and the food. I hope to get down there soon. Chris Liatsis
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2 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Dinner, 2008-10-22
Reviewed By: tuna247254
Reviewed By: tuna247254
tuna247254
Not worth the money. Staff was great. A neat spot but the food was terrible. All meals were cold and not very tasty. Way over-priced.
Not worth the money. Staff was great. A neat spot but the food was terrible. All meals were cold and not very tasty. Way over-priced.
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1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Captain Anderson's, 2008-09-01
Reviewed By: Yoda
Reviewed By: Yoda
Yoda
I have been a resident of Panama City Beach for 15 years. I have sampled dinners from many different restaurants throughout. Capt. Anderson's is by far the best restaurant on the beach. The appetizers, the salads, the entrees, everything right down their deserts are mouth watering delicious. The presentation is great and the service staff is amazing. You would think at a restaurant like this that getting all dressed up would be required but this is the beach and in keeping with the relaxed atmosphere of the beach, dress is casual. Not only can you enjoy the freshest seafood imaginable but you can also watch as the boats unload their catch of the day right onto the docks. There is plenty of history on the walls and throughout Capt. A's showing how they've grown over the years. There is also a gift shop with a bakery just in case you would like to take home a larger portion of the delectable deserts that they have to offer. Since Capt. A's is so popular and usually has a long wait these things will help the time go by faster.
I have been a resident of Panama City Beach for 15 years. I have sampled dinners from many different restaurants throughout. Capt. Anderson's is by far the best restaurant on the beach. The appetizers, the salads, the entrees, everything right down their deserts are mouth watering delicious. The presentation is great and the service staff is amazing. You would think at a restaurant like this that getting all dressed up would be required but this is the beach and in keeping with the relaxed atmosphere of the beach, dress is casual. Not only can you enjoy the freshest seafood imaginable but you can also watch as the boats unload their catch of the day right onto the docks. There is plenty of history on the walls and throughout Capt. A's showing how they've grown over the years. There is also a gift shop with a bakery just in case you would like to take home a larger portion of the delectable deserts that they have to offer. Since Capt. A's is so popular and usually has a long wait these things will help the time go by faster.
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4 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
An essential Emerald Coast experience, 2008-04-18
Reviewed By: Cerberus2342
Reviewed By: Cerberus2342
Cerberus2342
Having dined at Captain Anderson's multiple times over the past 2 decades, I feel confident in saying that sampling the freshly prepared seafood, wine list, and Greek-inspired specialties are an absolutely essential component of any Panama City Beach vacation. The dining room can become quite crowded during peak hours (6pm to 8pm), and early or late dining is recommended. Some must-try items include Johnny's Special Greek Salad, the She-Crab soup, the Nicaraguan-cut Churrasco Steak, and the array of charcoal broiled fish (Whole Pompano, Whole Snapper, Whole Flounder and Filet of Amberjack.
Having dined at Captain Anderson's multiple times over the past 2 decades, I feel confident in saying that sampling the freshly prepared seafood, wine list, and Greek-inspired specialties are an absolutely essential component of any Panama City Beach vacation. The dining room can become quite crowded during peak hours (6pm to 8pm), and early or late dining is recommended. Some must-try items include Johnny's Special Greek Salad, the She-Crab soup, the Nicaraguan-cut Churrasco Steak, and the array of charcoal broiled fish (Whole Pompano, Whole Snapper, Whole Flounder and Filet of Amberjack.
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4 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
CAPT Anderson's Review, 2007-12-20
Reviewed By: jhalldmo
Reviewed By: jhalldmo
jhalldmo
This restaurant is way over-rated. It's crowded, service is average and the food isn't even that great. Not impressed. Nonetheless, it's still good; just would not pay the higher prices for the average meal.
This restaurant is way over-rated. It's crowded, service is average and the food isn't even that great. Not impressed. Nonetheless, it's still good; just would not pay the higher prices for the average meal.
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5 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
Number One in the South, 2007-09-09
Reviewed By: mesuzwhoyouz
Reviewed By: mesuzwhoyouz
mesuzwhoyouz
As a local my family and I mourn the few months that Captain Anderson's closes its doors during the off season. We are hard pressed to find seafood as finely prepared and tasty as we do at Captain Anderson's anywhere else in the Central Panhandle of Florida, and frequent this fabulous restaurant as often as we can. From their famous Grilled Bay Shrimp to their Charasco Steak, the succulent Stuffed Grouper to the tasty red snapper, a body can't go wrong if they visit Captain Anderson's for a fine meal. It is a must for any vacationer.
As a local my family and I mourn the few months that Captain Anderson's closes its doors during the off season. We are hard pressed to find seafood as finely prepared and tasty as we do at Captain Anderson's anywhere else in the Central Panhandle of Florida, and frequent this fabulous restaurant as often as we can. From their famous Grilled Bay Shrimp to their Charasco Steak, the succulent Stuffed Grouper to the tasty red snapper, a body can't go wrong if they visit Captain Anderson's for a fine meal. It is a must for any vacationer.
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3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Capt Anderson's, 2007-08-23
Reviewed By: tsolomon
Reviewed By: tsolomon
tsolomon
One of the staples of Panama City (and the southern US) fine dining, Captain Anderson's is a restaurant you should NOT miss. Is is located dockside on Grand Lagoon it offers great views and you can even watch the fishing fleet unload at the end of the day. The menu is varied, and the owner is meticulous when it comes to quality so each and every dining experience is perfect. If you come during the summer be prepared for a wait, as it has been around for 40 years and everyone to visits Panama City stops by; some come here just to sample the Capt. Anderson's fare. The grouper marguerey is superb, but my personal favorite is the melt in your mouth Churrosco steak. Bring a few coins it's easy to drop a few hundred on a dinner for 3-4, but believe me it's worth it!
One of the staples of Panama City (and the southern US) fine dining, Captain Anderson's is a restaurant you should NOT miss. Is is located dockside on Grand Lagoon it offers great views and you can even watch the fishing fleet unload at the end of the day. The menu is varied, and the owner is meticulous when it comes to quality so each and every dining experience is perfect. If you come during the summer be prepared for a wait, as it has been around for 40 years and everyone to visits Panama City stops by; some come here just to sample the Capt. Anderson's fare. The grouper marguerey is superb, but my personal favorite is the melt in your mouth Churrosco steak. Bring a few coins it's easy to drop a few hundred on a dinner for 3-4, but believe me it's worth it!
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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Worth the trip!, 2007-08-19
Reviewed By: tragerb
Reviewed By: tragerb
tragerb
This was the first time we tried Captain Anderson's in the 15 years we have been coming down. We were not disappointed!! It was worth the wait. The prices are only a few dollars higher than others and the food some of the best. We will certainly be back.
This was the first time we tried Captain Anderson's in the 15 years we have been coming down. We were not disappointed!! It was worth the wait. The prices are only a few dollars higher than others and the food some of the best. We will certainly be back.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
captain yummy!, 2007-08-15
Reviewed By: karlaboo2
Reviewed By: karlaboo2
karlaboo2
We eat here everytime we visit Panama City and it is great. they have a crab au gratin dish that is just wonderful and afterall it is a panama city legend. I would definetely recommend this place. Also, try to get a window seat overlooking the water
We eat here everytime we visit Panama City and it is great. they have a crab au gratin dish that is just wonderful and afterall it is a panama city legend. I would definetely recommend this place. Also, try to get a window seat overlooking the water
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3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Always Perfect, 2007-07-16
Reviewed By: MikeH
Reviewed By: MikeH
MikeH
As a born and bred local, I know if Seafood is fresh and properly prepared. I remember my parents taking me to Captain Anderson's when I was a young kid. Years later, it is still the finest seafood available in Panama City. My wife and I go every year on our anniversary, it is now a tradition 15 years old. Here's the bottom line, I have NEVER had a bad meal at Captain Anderson's. Period. I could list everything that is good but they've already done that, it's called the menu.
As a born and bred local, I know if Seafood is fresh and properly prepared. I remember my parents taking me to Captain Anderson's when I was a young kid. Years later, it is still the finest seafood available in Panama City. My wife and I go every year on our anniversary, it is now a tradition 15 years old. Here's the bottom line, I have NEVER had a bad meal at Captain Anderson's. Period. I could list everything that is good but they've already done that, it's called the menu.
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3 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
Best Restaurant in PCB??, 2007-06-17
Reviewed By: tia
Reviewed By: tia
tia
We visited Capt. Anderson's on our vacation because of the great reviews it got. I was very disappointed. The food was not awful, but it wasn't wonderful either. The side dishes (bread, vegetables, salads etc. were bland and ordinary for the prices we paid ($125 for 3 people). My son and I had the stuffed lobster (Florida lobster) it was dried out from overcooking, and the stuffing was greasy. My other son had the shrimp scampi which he said was great. Also the seating was something that was not comfortable. There were too many tables crammed into the dining rooms, and not enough room for the waitress to pass by you without brushing against you. These tables (like the one we sat at) were supposed to accomodate 4 people, but were so small that we barely had room for the three of us and all of the plates and glasses.
We visited Capt. Anderson's on our vacation because of the great reviews it got. I was very disappointed. The food was not awful, but it wasn't wonderful either. The side dishes (bread, vegetables, salads etc. were bland and ordinary for the prices we paid ($125 for 3 people). My son and I had the stuffed lobster (Florida lobster) it was dried out from overcooking, and the stuffing was greasy. My other son had the shrimp scampi which he said was great. Also the seating was something that was not comfortable. There were too many tables crammed into the dining rooms, and not enough room for the waitress to pass by you without brushing against you. These tables (like the one we sat at) were supposed to accomodate 4 people, but were so small that we barely had room for the three of us and all of the plates and glasses.
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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Capt.Andersons' Restaurant, 2007-05-25
Reviewed By: SouthernYankee
Reviewed By: SouthernYankee
SouthernYankee
One of the best places I have been. The food & service were 5 star. Will return often.
One of the best places I have been. The food & service were 5 star. Will return often.
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1 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
Great for snowbirds!, 2007-01-11
Reviewed By: garyshaw
Reviewed By: garyshaw
garyshaw
This is a wonderful restaurant. We had dinner there in early 2006 and look forward to the opening in 2007. The food and service is excellent. It is not inexpensive, but the value is outstanding!
This is a wonderful restaurant. We had dinner there in early 2006 and look forward to the opening in 2007. The food and service is excellent. It is not inexpensive, but the value is outstanding!
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1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Wonderful, 2006-09-03
Reviewed By: aquavista8
Reviewed By: aquavista8
aquavista8
This is the Best resturant in the south by far!
This is the Best resturant in the south by far!
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1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Great Restaurant, 2006-08-15
Reviewed By: Shambo
Reviewed By: Shambo
Shambo
Go here early in your vacation, you will probably want to have time to go back. Very good menu, great food, spectacular service. The cost is a couple $ higher than the average PCB place, but very well worth it. We had grilled, stuffed shrimp and fried shrimp, scallops and grouper, all were the best we had in PCB. We loved it, we give it 11 stars.
Go here early in your vacation, you will probably want to have time to go back. Very good menu, great food, spectacular service. The cost is a couple $ higher than the average PCB place, but very well worth it. We had grilled, stuffed shrimp and fried shrimp, scallops and grouper, all were the best we had in PCB. We loved it, we give it 11 stars.
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1 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
The best meal you'll eat on your vacation, 2006-06-17
Reviewed By: Bamaman
Reviewed By: Bamaman
Bamaman
We have been eating here for over 20 years and this is consistently the best meal we eat every vacation. The Capt. Andersons Famous Shrimp is excellent. The grilled fish is aways very good and fresh. The waitresses are very professional. They have enlarged again closing in the open air bar they used to have so the wait isn't quite as long as it used to be. Can't wait to eat here again.
We have been eating here for over 20 years and this is consistently the best meal we eat every vacation. The Capt. Andersons Famous Shrimp is excellent. The grilled fish is aways very good and fresh. The waitresses are very professional. They have enlarged again closing in the open air bar they used to have so the wait isn't quite as long as it used to be. Can't wait to eat here again.
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2 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Capt. Anderson's, 2006-02-01
Reviewed By: doglover
Reviewed By: doglover
doglover
This is a restaurant worth going to. I think it appeals to an older crowd. The food is very good but I would not rate it as excellent. I love the shop that is connected to the restaurant. The food is very good and so is the service. It can get loud and crowded so try to go early. They do not take reservations. It is nice to take a walk after dinner and look at all the fishing boats lined up behind the restaurant. Buy a dessert to go at the shop, they are expensive but very good.
This is a restaurant worth going to. I think it appeals to an older crowd. The food is very good but I would not rate it as excellent. I love the shop that is connected to the restaurant. The food is very good and so is the service. It can get loud and crowded so try to go early. They do not take reservations. It is nice to take a walk after dinner and look at all the fishing boats lined up behind the restaurant. Buy a dessert to go at the shop, they are expensive but very good.
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1 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
Classic, 2005-12-07
Reviewed By: Margit
Reviewed By: Margit
Margit
You know if every generation and then some is waiting for a table without a peep...actually enjoying the wait...that you're in one of those restaurants that is truly a landmark. The service here is beyond experienced; they are the masters. Friendly and flawless, casual and yet detail-oriented. you just want to know them. Go for something an experienced person would order (your favorite aunt, your opinionated grandmother), because Cap't Anderson's is all about experience, and nothing is on this menu without standing the test of time and opinion. Stuffed fish is NOT out of fashion; it's the way. Go for all the courses and get a taste of what fine dining in a timeless, enduring place tastes like.
You know if every generation and then some is waiting for a table without a peep...actually enjoying the wait...that you're in one of those restaurants that is truly a landmark. The service here is beyond experienced; they are the masters. Friendly and flawless, casual and yet detail-oriented. you just want to know them. Go for something an experienced person would order (your favorite aunt, your opinionated grandmother), because Cap't Anderson's is all about experience, and nothing is on this menu without standing the test of time and opinion. Stuffed fish is NOT out of fashion; it's the way. Go for all the courses and get a taste of what fine dining in a timeless, enduring place tastes like.
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2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
A Classic that lives up to its name!, 2005-07-29
Reviewed By: Toni
Reviewed By: Toni
Toni
I've lived in Panama City for 50 years - I've been eating at Capt. Anderson's since it opened about 38 years ago, and I have NEVER had a bad meal - the service is awesome, the Patronis family is always there to make sure that, if something DOES go wrong, they can fix it! My favorite meal: Tomato Greek Salad, Scamp Imperial and a yummy bottle of Chassagne Montrachet (they have an award-winning wine cellar, too!)
I've lived in Panama City for 50 years - I've been eating at Capt. Anderson's since it opened about 38 years ago, and I have NEVER had a bad meal - the service is awesome, the Patronis family is always there to make sure that, if something DOES go wrong, they can fix it! My favorite meal: Tomato Greek Salad, Scamp Imperial and a yummy bottle of Chassagne Montrachet (they have an award-winning wine cellar, too!)
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1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Capt. Andersons, 2005-07-14
Reviewed By: 4macs
Reviewed By: 4macs
4macs
We always eat at Capt. Anderson's every year when we are on vacation. The service is always exceptional and the food is always very good. We have never had a bad experience here. Wait staff is very professional and courteous.
We always eat at Capt. Anderson's every year when we are on vacation. The service is always exceptional and the food is always very good. We have never had a bad experience here. Wait staff is very professional and courteous.
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0 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
Capt Anderson's, 2005-06-28
Reviewed By: carolyn
Reviewed By: carolyn
carolyn
We always plan a dinner at Capt.Anderson's during our annual PBC vacation - for 25 years. As usual the food & service were excellant.
We always plan a dinner at Capt.Anderson's during our annual PBC vacation - for 25 years. As usual the food & service were excellant.
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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
Exceptional!, 2005-05-31
Reviewed By: swn5363
Reviewed By: swn5363
swn5363
We ate here for our last anniversary and loved it! It is consistently one of the best restaurants on the beach! The service is nearly flawless and the food is always great! These dishes are our favorites: She-crab soup (the BEST ANYWHERE!) Churrasco Steak Scamp Imprerial Prices are reasonable considering the quality of the experience. This is one of the first places we send people to when they visit PCB. Get there early to avoid waiting for a table.
We ate here for our last anniversary and loved it! It is consistently one of the best restaurants on the beach! The service is nearly flawless and the food is always great! These dishes are our favorites: She-crab soup (the BEST ANYWHERE!) Churrasco Steak Scamp Imprerial Prices are reasonable considering the quality of the experience. This is one of the first places we send people to when they visit PCB. Get there early to avoid waiting for a table.
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2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
Andersons, 2005-02-23
Reviewed By: beachidiot
Reviewed By: beachidiot
beachidiot
Yum! One of the best on the lower beach. Try the snapper when in season. Superb.
Yum! One of the best on the lower beach. Try the snapper when in season. Superb.
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0 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Good Food but...., 2005-02-21
Reviewed By: Kfung
Reviewed By: Kfung
Kfung
Good food but a little expensive. We eat everywhere and I would prefer to spend this much at Breakers. We do go here every year, just do not eat as good as at other places. They still have the best French Salad dressing.
Good food but a little expensive. We eat everywhere and I would prefer to spend this much at Breakers. We do go here every year, just do not eat as good as at other places. They still have the best French Salad dressing.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
CAPT ANDERSON'S, 2005-01-26
Reviewed By: LOVESTHEWATER28
Reviewed By: LOVESTHEWATER28
LOVESTHEWATER28
It's a legend. The food, fun and family of Capt Anderson's is something that cannot be duplicated! If you miss this treat, your trip to Panama City Beach would not be complete!
It's a legend. The food, fun and family of Capt Anderson's is something that cannot be duplicated! If you miss this treat, your trip to Panama City Beach would not be complete!
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
Captain Andersons DO NOT MISS, 2005-01-24
Reviewed By: UP2NO1
Reviewed By: UP2NO1
UP2NO1
If your here to visit or just a few days, don't wait until the last minute to go to Captain Andersons. Once you go you'll want to go back every night you're here. The menu has a great variety and everything on it's great. They will cook anything you want special order and everyone on the staff is curtious and knowledgeable of everything on the menu. The food, the service, the view, all 5 star. DON'T MISS
If your here to visit or just a few days, don't wait until the last minute to go to Captain Andersons. Once you go you'll want to go back every night you're here. The menu has a great variety and everything on it's great. They will cook anything you want special order and everyone on the staff is curtious and knowledgeable of everything on the menu. The food, the service, the view, all 5 star. DON'T MISS
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
Always Great, 2004-12-30
Reviewed By: WWWill
Reviewed By: WWWill
Will
I've never had a bad meal here. Nice bar area as well. The Scamp Imperial is wonderful!
I've never had a bad meal here. Nice bar area as well. The Scamp Imperial is wonderful!
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