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  • 1/5 David P. 2 years ago on Google
    We went there to have a pleasant time at the beach, the place is beautiful and cozy, however every single one of us got food poisoning and we are still very ill. We didn’t stoped anywhere on our way there nor returning home, we only saw each other that day, we ate breakfast at home and didn’t eat dinner as we were full, due to this reason we are sure of this, if not we wouldn’t be submitting a review. It is very serious indeed and we wanted you to be aware, for this not to happen again. We are very disappointed.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 MNML j. 1 year ago on Google
    Good beach sea view & cocktails. We had £££ nachos they were ok. Wi-fi good
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew W. 1 year ago on Google
    Fun and beautiful bar beach with some excellent food and nice cold. Great views of the beach and hammocks for relaxing during the day and cool vibes and music throughout as well. Definitely worth a visit if you are checking out the area
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adam N. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place right on the beach. The food is great and the staff are excellent. Air conditioning works well and did I mention how nice the staff is? Loved the place. Only planned to stay one night, but stayed two. Quiet and relaxing. Highly recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 G D. 2 years ago on Google
    This place was really nice Orlando the server was wonderful. The concept of this place is very simple a consumable $20 charge per person is needed for you to sit on the place which is good considering you get to sit at the beach and be served. The food was delicious and very filling. The one thing we didn't like was that the drinks were not made with natural fruits. But everything else was great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deborah Carson (Dr. D. 1 year ago on Google
    I really loved everything about this place. It is directly on the beach. Thanks for a great afternoon Nico's!!!! The service was great. The food was good, the vibes are great here. The people are friendly
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tuval R. 10 months ago on Google
    Basic but very comfortable room. Location is perfect, on the beach. Restaurant and Breakfast were very good
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Melissa D. 2 years ago on Google
    This was a great place to eat, drink, and spend time on the beach. We arrived with a group of students and were served good food. The shakes were delicious and for a decent price. There was good service, and clean bathrooms. We would definitely go there again if in the area.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mark S. 1 year ago on Google
    Decent spot. Stars aren’t just for food which I can best describe as “ok”. My daughter didn’t like the chicken tenders. The mojito was decent; my chicken sandwich was fried and I doubt grilled was an option given its nature. But the location is great and you can hang out on the chairs on the beach with ordering. Plus the workers were super kind and helpful. Service was slow but we weren’t in a rush. Plus there are chickens outside running around to chase and it’s a wonder that all of the customers’ dogs weren’t going after them lol
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Rick P. 1 year ago on Google
    Went for a Thursday lunch with six people. Place was not busy at all (maybe two other occupied tables). Ordered simple fare (burgers, etc). It took ages for the food to come - that is, five of the six orders. The sixth order (mine) took an extra 10+ minutes. Everyone at the table had finished by the time my food arrived. Terrible service. No follow up. No asking for second drinks orders. No attention whatsoever. Burger was huge and medium rare (did not ask for medium rare). Also included a ton of cheese, a fried egg (yes, you read that right), and way too much lettuce. The burger is served with a steak knife stuck in it to hold the mess together. Trying to eat the burger was an exercise in futility. The burger would slide out when you tried to bite it. Ended up eating only the meat with a knife and fork. Bun was stale. Burger tasted like it had been frozen. Chairs were uncomfortable. Really no ambience in the place. Overall extremely disappointing. Avoid Nico's and go to CocoBlue instead.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Darius F. 11 months ago on Google
    I've been to a lot of beach restaurants, but Nico's Beach Restaurant stands out as a truly amazing place. Located right on the shore, this cozy eatery is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family. When it comes to seafood, Nico's simply can't be beaten. Their fried calamari is easily the best I've ever had - crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with flavor. And don't even get me started on their ceviche! The combination of fresh, tangy citrus and perfectly cooked seafood creates a dish that is simply out of this world. What really sets Nico's Beach Restaurant apart from the rest, however, is its outstanding quality-to-price ratio. You might expect to pay a fortune for such exquisite food, but Nico's offers an exceptional value that you won't find anywhere else. In fact, I found their prices to be very reasonable, especially considering the top-notch dishes they serve. The staff at Nico's is another reason why this place is so special. They are incredibly friendly and helpful, always making sure that you have everything you need to enjoy your meal. From the moment you walk in, you'll be greeted with a smile and treated like a valued guest. If you're looking for a dining experience that combines scrumptious seafood, reasonable prices, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, look no further than Nico's Beach Restaurant. It's a hidden treasure that you won't want to miss.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 George S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great vibe, decent food, great view!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 dawn K. 1 year ago on Google
    Staying here a month. Staff was very friendly and great relaxed environment. DONT order the shrimp cocktail, it came in a nice glass…but DROWNING in 1,000 IS. dressing…..very upsetting…Is this Panama style? Forgive me if this is their way of serving Shrimp Cocktail….but I have travelled many island trips…& never have I seen this…Thinking, if the menu had disclosed this appetizer description, I would have not chosen it. Stomach is still churning. 🤢

  • 5/5 shauna B. 1 year ago on Google
    This place was so accommodating and consistent. We were visiting the area for a week and ended up eating here 3 times. We were at an all-inclusive and opted to come here for dinner instead. The service is top notch and the food is fresh and flavorful. Don't overthink it, just try Nico's.

  • 5/5 Deborah C. 1 year ago on Google
    I gave this restaurant 5 stars because the food was good, the lobster was BIG, juice and delicious, the beach was clean and a great place to walk after dinner. The staff we're efficient, friendly and attentive. The drinks we're good and reasonably priced. Great vibes here!! I will return for sure.

  • 5/5 JM D. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice size burger and very tasty! My wife had the fish burger and it was delicious as well. We recommend!

  • 4/5 Randy V. 1 year ago on Google
    Typical Beach food, good vibe, awesome beach

  • 5/5 Micah H. 10 months ago on Google
    Good food. Great location right on the beach and friendly and attentive service. We will definitely be returning.

  • 5/5 Threads of All C. 11 months ago on Google
    Arrived around 7:45. Very few people there. Food was good and service was great. Good portions. Free parking.

  • 5/5 Paul A. 3 months ago on Google New
    Amazing views, great food. Cold beer and awesome staff.

  • 5/5 stella s. 4 months ago on Google
    Excellent food, big portions and very good mojitos!

  • 4/5 Joyce K. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice beach bar. Great view. Good service. Typical beach bar menu

  • 5/5 Khadijah O. 1 year ago on Google
    My first trip to Panama and someone recommended Nico's. Food was amazing and delicious. Great views of the ocean.

  • 5/5 carlos j. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic Beachfront tables & Location. Good Service. Delicious Beach SeaFood at decent price

  • 4/5 Steve L. 2 years ago on Google
    Great location, right on beach. Laid-back atmosphere. Food only so so. Wifi doesn't work well, but your at the beach, and the beer is cold, so just chill.

  • 3/5 Amanda S. 1 year ago on Google
    The view! Let’s be real here, this is what you go to Nicos for. The food was ok. I would suggest sticking to fish. The ceviche was great. Beef nachos was basically a been cheese mixture with stale chips. The salsa on the side was fresh and saved the dish. The pasta was bland and the chicken dry. It’s what we’ve come to expect for pasta in Panama but my son insisted that’s what he wanted. The fried fish of the day was corvina and cooked really well. Overall we enjoyed eating here right on the beach.

  • 5/5 Lloyd M. 1 year ago on Google
    It was late afternoon. We went to Pipas for drinks and dinner. The wanted to charge us $20 to sit in the beach area. So instead we went to Nicos, where we could sit on the sand for no extra charge. Great food, drinks and ambience. Decent prices too.

  • 5/5 Jessica K. 1 year ago on Google
    Fernando, our server, was patient and kind to our loud group of ladies celebrating for a bachelorette party! Live band did us a huge favor by playing some of our music requests. Food was very good, but the winner was the plate of prawns you see here. Shots/alcohol is incredibly affordable. Come here with your dancing feet ready.

  • 3/5 Sam B. 1 year ago on Google
    The staff were friendly enough and they were attentive to our table. The food is mediocre at best and the mixed seafood dish was terrible. Everything in it looked deep fried in the same oil and the baby octopus were fried to a crisp. Not a dish I would recommend. My daughters linguine with lobster seemed okay. Definitely overpriced for what you get. Nice place to have cold beers on a hot afternoon.

  • 5/5 Richard P. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice spot food ok right on the beach umbrellas hamacks etc.

  • 5/5 Sonja E. 2 years ago on Google
    A favorite! Beautiful beach area, great food, drinks, and vibes!

  • 5/5 Mario M. 2 years ago on Google
    I stumbled upon this place on our two day trip to the Playa Blanca area. We ended up spending the entire day here. Good beach entrance to Playa Farallón with free parking. Great food and stable wifi connection if you want to work when your kids are playing on the beach.

  • 5/5 Laura Mihaela M. 2 years ago on Google
    The place is wonderful and the people working here are lovely! I enjoyed the experience here! I would surely recommend,😍

  • 5/5 William E. 2 years ago on Google
    OMG. This is one of our favorite places on the planet! We love spending a day at the beach with Nico's. Great food. Friendly service. And the vibe is just awesome.


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