Firefly
Discover a highly-rated (4.5/5) Panama City Beach restaurant offering a refined dining experience with delicious cocktails. Perfect for anniversaries and special occasions.
Romantic seafood spot offering dining under a lit-up oak tree plus a creative menu & full bar.
About Firefly
This establishment in Panama City Beach presents a refined dining experience, consistently earning a strong 4.5-star rating from over 2,700 reviews. Patrons often highlight it as an ideal spot for romantic evenings and special celebrations, with many returning for its sophisticated ambiance and well-executed dishes. The menu features expertly prepared entrees, with particular praise for tender filets and flavorful salmon, complemented by exceptional sides like Parmesan risotto and Caesar salad. Diners also rave about the delectable crème brûlée dessert. With a price range indicating a more upscale experience and the availability of cocktails, it's a popular choice for those seeking a memorable meal.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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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 (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Firefly
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
Went here for our second time. If you are looking for a romantic, nicer dining experience definitely go here. We went for our anniversary and it did not disappoint. I got the filet (super tender and flavorful) and my wife had the salmon dish (very good the rice with this dish is amazing). We shared the Parmesan risotto with our main dish. I love the risotto here! We both had Caesar salad (which is amazing here). We also got the crème brûlée dessert. Highly recommend everything we ordered. While waiting for our table you have access to the bar, I highly recommend the old fashioned. It was one of the best old fashioned I’ve ever had. Dinner was amazing! I had the scallops my husband had the ribeye. Both were outstanding. My daughter had sushi and she loved it. The creme brulee was so good. Our server was also great. All 5 stars. My wife and I dined here yesterday and had an exceptional experience. The food was outstanding, the wine selection was excellent, and the atmosphere was both elegant and inviting. Our server, Chad, was attentive and provided great service throughout the evening. Highly recommend Firefly for anyone looking for a quality dining experience.
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Recent Reviews
Carl M.
October 5, 2025
Went here for our second time. If you are looking for a romantic, nicer dining experience definitely go here. We went for our anniversary and it did not disappoint. I got the filet (super tender and flavorful) and my wife had the salmon dish (very good the rice with this dish is amazing). We shared the Parmesan risotto with our main dish. I love the risotto here! We both had Caesar salad (which is amazing here). We also got the crème brûlée dessert. Highly recommend everything we ordered. While waiting for our table you have access to the bar, I highly recommend the old fashioned. It was one of the best old fashioned I’ve ever had.
Kelly C.
October 16, 2025
Dinner was amazing! I had the scallops my husband had the ribeye. Both were outstanding. My daughter had sushi and she loved it. The creme brulee was so good. Our server was also great. All 5 stars.
Sherneila K.
October 27, 2025
My wife and I dined here yesterday and had an exceptional experience. The food was outstanding, the wine selection was excellent, and the atmosphere was both elegant and inviting. Our server, Chad, was attentive and provided great service throughout the evening. Highly recommend Firefly for anyone looking for a quality dining experience.
Jeff H.
October 25, 2025
We went here for the first time with a large group. So we had an opportunity to try several different appetizers and entrées along with desserts. All were absolutely fantastic. The service was top notch!!! Great job I highly recommend we will make this a regular stop on our trips to PCB. Oh yeah She crab soup da bomb!!
Cathy C.
October 16, 2025
Made reservations for our 15 year wedding anniversary. Even mentioned to the server when she came to the table. Nothing was done to celebrate our special day-as in a dessert with the writing on a plate-as I have seen in other photos. To be honest for the price of each of our meals-it was just ok.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Firefly special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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