Do you remember the first time you ever had sushi? Maybe instead you’ve never had the experience, and you’re finally feeling ready to try it. At Panama City Toyota, we have a few sushi lovers on staff who helped us put together this list of the best sushi in Panama City. And just to be 100% sure, we’ve taken to scanning hundreds of reviews at sites like TripAdvisor and Google Maps to make sure we’re giving you the best tips possible when ordering at each of these places.
Don’t worry, we made sure to include restaurants that have alternative menu options, in case you’re traveling with anyone who isn’t into the whole sushi idea. Take a look at our recommendations below. After that, make sure to let us know what you think!
Shan Kishi
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Tourists and locals alike are giving Shan Kishi five-star reviews on Google. Shan Kishi is a regional chain with three eateries located along the Gulf Coast in Florida. They specialize in sushi, sashimi, and hibachi. The restaurant’s interior features ample seating, with tables, booths, and a sushi bar, which is perfect for solo dining! Prices range between $10 and $15 per person.
Reviewers on TripAdvisor recommend trying the Kani Kani, French Dragon, Ocean, and Fire Belle rolls. On the other hand, many reviewers on Google rave about the all-you-can-eat lunch special, which means you’ll have access to the entire Japanese fusion menu, which includes plenty of non-sushi and non-seafood items. The special runs daily from 11 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., except on Sundays, when it starts at noon. This special is available in the Panama Beach location as well as at the Miramar Beach location. Make sure to ask your server about the fine print for the special, as Shan Kishi has a mechanism in place to prevent unnecessary food waste, which we love!
If you’re interested in takeout orders or delivery, call 850-249-3663. You can take a look at the menu and full hours of operation on the Shan Kishi website. Shan Kishi is located at 13800 Panama City Beach Parkway.
Oishi Thai Restaurant And Sushi Bar
Located at 16920 Front Beach Road, Oishi Thai Restaurant and Sushi Bar is a family-owned and quaint restaurant with reasonable prices and beautiful, fresh ingredients. The sushi is always fresh and the curry will remind anyone of the real deal in Thailand. One Google Local Guide described Oishi as one of her favorite places to go in Panama City. She recommends ordering the Red Salmon Curry if you’re in the mood for Thai food and the Hot Spring Roll, which is a custom roll the owners made especially for her! How cool is that?
Oishi has vegetarian and vegan options and is open for lunch and dinner. In case you’re with someone who won’t eat fish, you could try the Chicken or Beef Pad Thai. We heard the cucumber salad is amazing, as well! Oishi Thai Restaurant and Sushi Bar opens every day at 11 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m. on Monday through Saturday and 9 p.m. on Sundays. Call them at 850-230-9874 if you have any questions or want to make a reservation. You can also order online at Oishi’s website.
Jin Jin King
Jin Jin King serves Chinese and Japanese cuisine, with menu item prices ranging from $4 for a la carte sashimi two-piece orders to $20 teriyaki and tempura dishes. Jin Jin King is a spacious restaurant with tables, booths, and sushi bar seating. Reviewers recommend the Dragon specialty roll. If you’re looking to share, try the 16-piece Sashimi Deluxe or the Jin Jin King Love Boat. As for non-sushi items, some reviewers recommend the Pork Gyoza, the Sesame Chicken, and the Ginger Salad.
You will find Jin Jin King at 7725 Front Beach Road. Call 850-588-5172 or visit Jin Jin King’s website, where you can order online through BeyondMenu for takeout, delivery, or dine-in!
Firefly
Located at 535 North Richard Jackson Blvd., Firefly is a dinner-only option. TripAdvisor ranks Firefly at 11 out of 259 of all listed Panama City restaurants and as the No. 1 restaurant for the best sushi in Panama City, with more than 2000 “very good” and “excellent” reviews. We suspect Firefly’s specialty of locally caught seafood contributes to these rankings.
Described as casual fine dining, Firefly is on the higher end of the spectrum in terms of price point in this list of the best sushi in Panama City, Florida. Prices range from $19 to $42 per person. Firefly is a winner of several awards, including OpenTable’s 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America in 2017 and the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence in 2008 through 2019.
Most Firefly reviews on TripAdvisor mention the wonderful atmosphere with beautiful decor and friendly staff with exceptional service. Reviewers describe Firefly as “excellent,” “the best place to dine in PCB,” and their “favorite.” The Firefly facilities are beautiful! The menu is large, with options for starters, entrees, and sushi, along with a kid menu and dessert, beverage, and sides menu. We recommend trying the Spicy Tuna, Van Halen, Little Richard, and King rolls. If you or one of the people you’re with aren’t into sushi, you will always find an item for you. Try the Pepper Crusted Stuffed Filet Mignon or the Sesame Seared Yellowfin Tuna.
Firefly has plenty of off-street parking available and is wheelchair accessible. They accept all major credit cards. You can call 850-249-3359 or visit the Firefly website for a reservation or to order takeout.
Tell Us What You Think!
Well, there you have it, Panama City! We’ve shared with you our list of best sushi eateries in Panama City. Whether you’re a local, an out-of-state visitor, or an international traveler, we feel you’ll love any of the above eateries. But we also want to hear from you to know what you think. Should we add another sushi bar or establishment to this list? Please contact us to let us know.
