Experience exceptional seafood at this beloved Panama City waterfront gem. With a 4.4-star rating, enjoy fresh catches and classic charm. Discover your next favorite meal.
Bustling, veteran seafood pick offering views of the fishing fleet bringing in the daily catch.
This esteemed waterfront establishment in Panama City offers a truly memorable dining experience, consistently earning a 4.4-star rating from over 5,000 guests. Priced in the $$$ range, it's a place where diners appreciate the classic, cozy atmosphere infused with a touch of old Florida charm. Reviewers frequently highlight the exceptional quality of the food, from perfectly cooked steaks to succulent seafood, noting that dishes are prepared with care and presented beautifully. The attentive service also stands out, with staff going above and beyond to ensure a special evening. It's a destination known for providing a consistently high-quality meal in a welcoming setting.
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Price Range (Upscale)
Upscale dining ($$$) - Fine dining with premium prices
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
Dining Style (Casual)
Walk-in friendly. No reservations needed. Casual dining experience.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome
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Absolutely phenomenal experience! Emily provided outstanding service—friendly, attentive, and truly went above and beyond to make our evening special. The food was exceptional: perfectly grilled steak, succulent shrimp, and warm rolls that were out of this world. Everything was cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. The atmosphere is classic and cozy, with a touch of old Florida charm that makes you want to stay all night. Capt. Anderson’s continues to live up to its reputation for excellence—worth every penny. We’ll definitely be back! We were pleasantly surprised. We had eaten dinner in one of their rooms in the back, and everything was just average. And we felt like it was just nothing but a tourist trap But after talking to some friends, we decided to give it another try. So the second time we had dinner in the main dining room, and everything was amazing right down from the atmosphere, server, and food. The stuffed mushrooms were really good and so was the snapper. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. It did not feel like the tourist trap the second time around. The wait was very long but the experience was worth it. Dining room is beautiful with great views of the boats in the marina. Our sever Ashley S was wonderful. Food was good, but not the best seafood I’ve had in the area in the area. Complimentary bread was very delicious- hard coat on the outside and soft on the inside. Calamari was good, not too crispy. Grouper imperial was tasty, as well as the jumbo shrimp. I enjoyed our experience!
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5551 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City, FL 32408, USA
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November 10, 2025
Absolutely phenomenal experience! Emily provided outstanding service—friendly, attentive, and truly went above and beyond to make our evening special. The food was exceptional: perfectly grilled steak, succulent shrimp, and warm rolls that were out of this world. Everything was cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. The atmosphere is classic and cozy, with a touch of old Florida charm that makes you want to stay all night. Capt. Anderson’s continues to live up to its reputation for excellence—worth every penny. We’ll definitely be back!
October 15, 2025
We were pleasantly surprised. We had eaten dinner in one of their rooms in the back, and everything was just average. And we felt like it was just nothing but a tourist trap But after talking to some friends, we decided to give it another try. So the second time we had dinner in the main dining room, and everything was amazing right down from the atmosphere, server, and food. The stuffed mushrooms were really good and so was the snapper. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. It did not feel like the tourist trap the second time around.
July 9, 2025
The wait was very long but the experience was worth it. Dining room is beautiful with great views of the boats in the marina. Our sever Ashley S was wonderful. Food was good, but not the best seafood I’ve had in the area in the area. Complimentary bread was very delicious- hard coat on the outside and soft on the inside. Calamari was good, not too crispy. Grouper imperial was tasty, as well as the jumbo shrimp. I enjoyed our experience!
August 12, 2025
My family and I have been coming here since I was a child—And it never disappoints. I now have a third generation of my family who enjoys Captain Anderson‘s. I don’t think you’ll find any place better to eat, incredible service and incredible atmosphere. It’s totally worth coming here and we usually drive an hour to come eat here every time we come. My family’s personal favorite are blackened fillets of fish.
October 6, 2025
My husband and I are here with his family while on vacation this past week. I got the broiled platter with lobster tail. My sister in law got the crab cakes and if I go back again I would get those. The crab cakes were delicious. The food I had was very good too and the service was great. A little pricey but not too bad for what you get.
Features and amenities that make Capt. Anderson's special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Everything you need to know before you visit
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