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.

Seafood · Steakhouse & Grill$$$4.5(2,793)Panama City

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.

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Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Upscale
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Features & Amenities
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
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Why Travelers Love Firefly

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4.5 / 5.0(2,793 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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Where to Find Them

535 Richard Jackson Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, USA

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Opening Hours

Closed Now
MondayClosed
Tuesday5:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday5:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday5:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday5:00 – 9:30 PM
Saturday5:00 – 9:30 PM
Sunday5:00 – 9:00 PM

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

Practical Information

Everything you need to know before you visit

Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Parking

Free Parking Lot
Free Street Parking

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking

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