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Caliope

Restaurant

👍👍 Wanted to try something new and we stumbled upon an incredible restaurant. Love the decor of the restaurant and love the patio. Let’s talk about the food. The restaurant has a nice wine selection and they will bring their sommelier over to help you decide on a wine. The pulpo was nicely prepared and... People often mention service, restaurant, Panama, Excellent, experience, good, menu, wine, excellent, Caliope,


Address

Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino, calle 56 este y 57, Panama, Panamá, Panama

Website

caliopesteakhouse.com

Contact

+507 6112-4345

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (330 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 12 to 8 PM
  • Monday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Tuesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Friday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 12 to 11 PM

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  • 5/5 Harold M. 2 years ago on Google
    Wanted to try something new and we stumbled upon an incredible restaurant. Love the decor of the restaurant and love the patio. Let’s talk about the food. The restaurant has a nice wine selection and they will bring their sommelier over to help you decide on a wine. The pulpo was nicely prepared and not over cooked (ie chewy). The Caesar salad was incredible. I think they grilled the lettuce before they made the salad which give the salad a nice and warm flavor. After our appetizers we were given a spoonful of strawberry sorbet to cleanse our palate. Ive never experienced this before and thought it was a nice touch. Now on to the Salmon Atlántico dish, the fish was seasoned and cooked perfectly. I love the salmon in Panama (because it’s mostly Chilean Salmon). I loved how Caliope prepared the salmon by not using any sauces or creams. As for the Angus 12oz strip steak, all I can say is that this was probably one of the best steaks I have ever had. Caliope prepares the steaks using the Josper grill (which I had to read up on) and the meat comes out so juicy and flavorful. I will be back to try the other steaks. This restaurant is a must try!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Beatrice W. 5 years ago on Google
    Exceptional dining experience hidden behind a non-descriptive door and flights of stairs (or elevator). Striking interior design with exotic 3 dimension wall murals. Fusion Panamanian cuisine. Well prepared; flavorful; delicious. Attentive service. Great cocktails (hand-cut ice). Only complaint is a rather commercial wine list with basic everyday wines. Despite that, still a five star experience in Panama!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mimi S. 5 years ago on Google
    Unassuming entrance, up a flight of stairs to a series if beautifully decorated dining rooms. Full bar and chef's table dining as well. The best in fine dining. Food was delicious, imaginatively combined flavors and beautiful presentation. Worth a journey!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anubis A. 5 years ago on Google
    Love how classic the food is presented. Good cocktails and fabulous fusion Panamanian cuisine
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Monica Rivera U. 1 year ago on Google
    An absolutely lovely lunch experience in Obarrio! With the excellent service from Dagmar, delicious food and appealing ambiance, can honestly say I look forward to returning!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 José Antonio Rey (. 2 years ago on Google
    Top notch experience. Decided to go here last minute, and so glad I did and they had space. The service is outstanding. They care for the details. Sat at the bar, and discussed cocktail options. They were made to the specs, and tasted great. Also, one of the few places where they actually serve them in the glass they're supposed to be served in! Food, excellent execution. From the lamb empanadas (pair it with raita!) to the matahambre and the gnocchi mac and cheese style, everything was top notch. I can definitely say I will return. This is a hidden gem in the middle of the city. Highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Naomi C. 2 years ago on Google
    Calliope is at the same place where the Prime Steakhouse used to be now under new management and owner. Our server Omar was very friendly happy and professional. Great service. It was really nice to sit on the patio and enjoy fresh air and to watch the world go by. We had Tomahawk, 2 sides, Grilled Asparagus and French Fries. Cocktails. Beer, bottle of Malbec, Chocolate Fondant and Cappuccino. Perfect place and a nice long relaxed meal. Highly recommended. Great atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah A. 10 months ago on Google
    I was looking for the perfect restaurant for our first time in Panama and boy did we find it! This place is OUTSTANDING! Not a single bad thing to say. Not only did they give us many complimentary things, like a mini pumpkin soup, a tomato pallet cleanser and a eggplant spread with bread but the rest of the food and the service was amazing… Alanis was an excellent server, she was quick and friendly. We’re only in Panama for 2 days and we’ll probably be coming back before we leave!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 shasha m. 4 years ago on Google
    If I could give ZERO STARS, I would. My fiancée and I were visiting Panama over Valentines holiday. Knowing that this would be an extremely busy night for restaurants, I made a reservation with Caliope ONE MONTH prior. They emailed me a CONFIRMATION confirming our date, time, and a reference number they provided. I even called them 2 days before just to confirm again because I worry a lot having booked it from the US. They again confirmed it over the telephone with my name, phone number AND reference number they provided me with via their confirmation email. When my fiancée and I arrived at 645pm to check for our 7pm reservation, the 2 men downstairs seemed confused and did not have our names on their list. They said they had to call down the maître d’ to see what was going on. When the maître d’ came down, he simply said “No, we don’t have your reservation, Goodbye” and was beyond dismissive. The other 2 gentlemen working the door seemed to be as mortified as I was. I showed them the email THEIR restaurant sent me ONE MONTH AGO. And asked again if they can please make room for us, as it IS valentines night, we booked a month ago, and you confirmed. The maître d’ again rudely simply said “No, No we have no room for you”. I asked what the problem was again and he said “Well, what can I tell you, things happen maybe a glitch or something in our system but you are not on the list”. He was utterly rude, pretentious and condescending. At one last attempt to be sat, I then explained that we were even staying at their “sister property”, Tantalo Hotel and I am amazed that they would allow this to happen. He then asked “OH, Tantalo booked this for you?” I said no, I booked it directly through Caliope one month ago and I’m showing you the confirmation email YOUR RESTAURANT sent me” He then rolled his eyes and said “Oh well, sorry maybe a glitch, we have no room goodbye” I worked in the restaurant industry for over 15 years from NYC-Miami in the finest of places and hotels and this is truly Unacceptable on Caliope’s behalf. We ended up going down the street and were sat at “ La Fisheria Seafood” which was SO AMAZING, we even went again before leaving Panama! I’d highly recommend ANYONE/ EVERYONE visit La Fisheria Seafood while in Panama before going to Caliope’s overly pretentious, self entitled, rude, none-scenes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cindy B. 6 years ago on Google
    We walked here from our apartment on Calle Decima on Holy Thursday. We almost walked right past it. A gentleman stood outside the door and asked if we had a reservation, which we did not. He had an earpiece on and spoke to someone then opened the door and directed us to the elevator- 3rd floor. We went in to the bar and chose to sit there. The bartender sommelier was delightful! We split a bottle of wine and had duck wontons and lamb chops for appetizers. They also served us a tiny cup of mushroom soup and a mango sorbet. Then we had the corvina as an entree. Everything was delicious! Bravo!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vincenzo M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place, impeccable service, restaurant is cool and nicely decorated. The staff is caring prepared and extremely nice. Food is very good and well presented. Definitely recommended! Bravo!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Lifeooferic 8 months ago on Google
    We went on a Saturday night with my mom to try a new place that my mom haven’t went before so we decided to go Caliope. We ordered Angus beef skewers, beef Wellington, Angus Piacanha and Hanger steak. First thing that they brought to the table was this cup with yellow soup, it was pretty disgusting and couldn’t even finish it. Next thing that they brought was eggplant with bread, pretty interesting combination but it was pretty good overall. Next, was the Angus beef skewers which only contained 3 skewers which was not enough since it was 4 people, the taste was ok and the presentation was over the top with unnecessary smoke and it cost 12$ meaning each skewers cost 4$. We also ordered fried dumplings with beef inside and it tasted ok and pretty overpriced. Right before they bring the steak out, they brought out a tomato paste that was sweet and sour to cleanse your palate before eating steaks. We started off with the Beef Wellington, the bread was pretty oily and soggy which which wasn’t good at all. Furthermore, the Angus Piacanha was rare inside which couldn’t be eaten at all. The only steak that was good was the Hanger steak. Overall, the staff is ok, when I asked for the wifi, they said that they will give it to me but never gave it to me, I needed the wifi to see the menu but at the end I told my brother to order for me. I’m very disappointed with the staff and they take forever to refill water, they are not that alert with the tables. The food is ok but very overpriced.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Annette O. 5 years ago on Google
    the menu is fresh an innovative, quite a delight to savor. The atmosphere is artsy, funky and modern and service is attentive
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matthew B. 6 years ago on Google
    Wow the Pork Belly was F!;;'"* amazing! I will be back. The short rib was outstanding. Great cocktails and atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Jo S. 2 years ago on Google
    Best food and definitely best music in a restaurant in Panama City. Classy place but not pretentious, food top class. Can go relax or dress up, whatever one feels like. Universal- for friends, business dinners, solo travelers, dates. Wish we had more places like this in Panama. Thank you Omar for great service!

  • 3/5 Damon M. 5 years ago on Google
    Great service, ok food, in a great area.

  • 5/5 Kris M. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing place / food/ drinks

  • 5/5 Mauricio P. 4 years ago on Google
    From trying to understand where is the restaurant entrance to the time you ask for the check you will be amazed all the way! The ambience it's super cozy, the service makes you fill blown away and the food it's hard to explain. I don't see how you will visit casco viejo without dropping at Caliope for a great dinner experience, and if you happen to have your loved one with you, you will have a great romantic experience!

  • 5/5 Fernando Rivero P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent atmosphere! Unsurpassed food !! (Original) Excelente ambiente!! Comida insuperable!!

  • 5/5 yamil k. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A restaurant to visit in Panama City (Original) Un restaurante a visitar obligatoriamente en ciudad de Panamá

  • 5/5 Yolima van W. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent service and food is superb. Beyond my expectations in flavor.

  • 2/5 Andrea M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a restaurant that is "overpriced". The price is very high for the quality and taste of food you receive. To be one of the best in Panama leaves much to be desired. (Original) Es un restaurante que está "overpriced". El precio es muy alto para la calidad y el sabor de comida que recibes. Para ser uno de los mejores de Panamá deja mucho que desear.

  • 5/5 Angela C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent service, uff super rich food, I would definitely go back. (Original) Excelente atención, comida uff super rica, sin duda volvería.

  • 3/5 Erick S. 7 months ago on Google
    Didn't get what I ordered. I ordered Beef medallions, but got weak sliced beef.

  • 5/5 Hakan T. 2 years ago on Google
    I am a professional pilot amateur gurme LoL 😂 Especially when it comes to steaks! I had ribeye here and I can tell you, honestly, by far this is one of the best steaks I ve ever had!!! It was cooked exactly how I wanted and supeeer delicious 😋 Huge thanks to chef 👏🏻 I strongly recommend 💯

  • 5/5 Ali O. 2 years ago on Google
    Love the place! The menu and food! Their mushroom soup and sorbets are the bestest!!!

  • 5/5 Russell B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great burger for burger week and the rest of the menu looks awesome also. Good service and friendly staff to add, will be going back for sure.

  • 5/5 Jeffrey J. 1 year ago on Google
    Best risotto I’ve ever had. Very good service as well.

  • 4/5 Rod B. 1 year ago on Google
    Pros: The food is generally quite good. Ive tried theor cowboy steak, liiiiitle over zealous on the salt but generally quite tasty. The cordero empanadas with the mango chutney are indeed a must try. The heavy hitter for me though is the 4 station burger. AMAZING. If Im up for a burger Im definitely getting that. Its loaded but everything marries quite nicely together. Cons: Typical customer service issues in Panama. Staff not suuuuper knowledgeable about their products and even with few customers it took us about 40 mins to get our food. Another stupid thing is they dont offer the cowboy cerdo for delivery on Pedidos Ya. The whoolllleee entire rest of the menu is there but because its new they dont offer it for delivery? 😵‍💫 I would think you would want to get the word out about a new item on your menu to really test its market strength but of course, not a lot of things here make sense. 🙄 Nice place overall. Id take friends or family there.

  • 5/5 Kesigun P. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here for date night on a Friday. The food was good and Luis was excellent, always keeping the wine topped off! The cherry on the top was the violinist there playing amazing music, this took the atmosphere to a whole new level!

  • 5/5 Andrew W. 1 year ago on Google
    Have been in country for 6 days. This has been best restaurant by far. Ceviche dish excellent. Speciality cocktails excellent. Truffle gnocchi amazing. Lamb empanadas with pepper sauce so tasty. Cobia with cardamom sauce over lemon risotto fantastic. Did I mention the Brie? Other restaurants have been unable to get all entrees/drinks satisfactory let alone excellent. Kudos to the team at Calliope

  • 5/5 Alondra De L. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent service and food was so good, all very delicious It’s a restaurant that you will always want to return to

  • 5/5 Jason P. 1 year ago on Google
    I had the Braised short rib dish and it was amazing!

  • 5/5 m 10 months ago on Google
    Great place. The food was amazing. It's not cheap, but the quality and quantity are perfect. I think the value for the money is just right. I really enjoyed this restaurant. I will be back definitely. FYI, I ordered a double scotch, and they basically brought me a full glass.. I was very impressed..

  • 5/5 Mandy C. 10 months ago on Google
    An enjoyable dinner. Good service. Nice tasting menu with wine pairing.

  • 5/5 Ryan P. 9 months ago on Google
    I just had a fantastic dinner at Caliope. Erika was my server and she was fantastic. I had the Atlantic salmon which was exactly what I needed after a long 24 hours of flying!

  • 5/5 Monica A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious food and attention (Original) Comida deliciosa y la atención

  • 5/5 Sean M. 4 years ago on Google
    Dinner here is a MUST!! The first thing you notice, is the service you receive from the minute you arrive at the Entrance. Everyone was so nice and courteous. We were treated so well from start to finish. The food is incredible. Don’t mind the portions read in other reviews. We each had an appetizer and an Entree and they were plated so well. We definitely left very full. Wine selection was best in the 5 places. All the varietals to pair with any of the dishes. Couldn’t have asked for a better dining experience.

  • 5/5 Brian G. 5 years ago on Google
    Upscale restaurant in Casco Viejo. This means it’s difficult to find and expensive to get to... also note that you’re not going to get in without a reservation. Service: excellent Food: limited menu, but extremely well done Fine wines available

  • 5/5 William S. 4 years ago on Google
    Outstanding service (for the most part) and deserves 5.5 stars for the food and desserts. Try the olive oil ice cream. 5 stars.

  • 5/5 Stephanie J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great restaurant! I ordered the duck confit and it was amazing! They also suggested perfect wine pairing for my appetizer and main course. The service was stellar. If you are in Casco Viejo, you must check out this restaurant!

  • 5/5 Judith A. 4 years ago on Google
    Always an enjoyable evening - professional staff and well prepared fare. I've tried almost all the items on their menu and enjoyed them all. You won't be disappointed!

  • 5/5 Bruce F. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely exceptional service excellent variety of food with a great array of taste sensations. Nice selection of wine with knowledgeable staff would go back again when back in town

  • 5/5 Dr. B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It has an elevator (Original) Tiene ascensor

  • 4/5 Erika R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I loved the attention of the sommelier, a very pleasant evening. (Original) Me encanto la atención de la sommelier, una velada muy grata.

  • 5/5 Jason J. 4 years ago on Google
    Is amazing

  • 5/5 Trade Transparency Unit - P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Restaurant made excellence (Original) La excelencia hecha restaurante

  • 5/5 שמואל �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Restaurant and small showroom in the heart of the neighborhood Excellent food and courteous service. (Original) מסעדה ואולם מופעים קטן בלב השכונה אוכל מצויין שירות אדיב ומקום מרהיב.

  • 5/5 Alcy A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent food from start to finish (Original) Excelente comida de principio a fin

  • 5/5 Claudio García T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A jewel in Panama City - Excellent service, incredible menu and good wine selection. (Original) Una joya en ciudad de Panamá - Excelente atención, increible menu y buena seleccion de vinos.

  • 4/5 Alexis P. 4 years ago on Google
    It was acceptable.

  • 5/5 Regina N. 4 years ago on Google
    Very great experience. The service, the food, the atmosphere... everything was perfect. Many vegetarian options and high-class presentation of food and drinks. We really enjoyed our evening there.

  • 5/5 Efraín A. Colón S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent service from the first moment you enter. All a gastronomic experience. Super recommended. Excellent service from the first moment you enter the restaurant. Excellent gastronomic experience. Super recommended (Original) Excelente servicio desde el primer momento en que entras. Todo una experiencia gastronómica. Super recomendado. Excelente service from the first moment you enter the restaurant. Excellent gastronomic experience. Super recommended.

  • 5/5 Betsy Farah M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spectacular. The perfect balance of flavors and a special WAO attention that experiences (Original) Espectacular. El balance perfecto de los sabores y un atención especial WAO que experiencias

  • 5/5 Cristian Echeverri C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spectacular, delicious food, unsurpassed attention, beautiful, clean, organized place, super decoration, the two paintings on the wall, perfect (Original) Espectacular, la comida deliciosa, la atención insuperable, el lugar lindísimo, limpio, organizado, la decoración súper, las dos pinturas en la pared, perfecto

  • 5/5 Dave H. 4 years ago on Google
    This is absolutely a five-star restaurant. They pay attention to detail from the presentation of the food, the quality of the food, and the surface. The ambiance is first-rate. I'm forgetting the name of the desert we had but it was amazing. It's a chocolate ball with marscapone in the middle. And then they pour white hot chocolate over the top. Don't miss it.

  • 5/5 JOYNER FRANCISCO CASTRO P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Excelente

  • 5/5 Franklin A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent everything !! (Original) Excelente todo!!

  • 5/5 AMORE AMOR LOVE AMOUR A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The place is very cozy and the staff very friendly and collaborative. I spoke with the Italian chef and he prepared a very tasty specialty of gastronomic fusion with a Creole touch; a terrine mousse with tortillas, something very fine to accompany with Leffe beer. (Original) El lugar es muy acogedor y el personal muy amigable y colaborador. Hablé con el chef italiano y me preparó una especialidad muy sabrosa de fusión gastronomica con toque criollo; una mousse de terrine con tortillitas, algo muy fino para acompañar con cerveza Leffe.

  • 5/5 Xochilth T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) All delicious, good service, I would like to be a little cheaper only (Original) Todo delicioso, buen servicio, me gustaría fuera un poco más económico solamente

  • 3/5 Borja Cendra L. 4 years ago on Google
    Not what It use to be ,shorter menu ....

  • 5/5 Rossy G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I love everything about this place. The food, the atmosphere and the attention are excellent (Original) Me encanta todo de este lugar. La comida, el ambiente y la atención son excelentes

  • 4/5 Jorge M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Exquisite fusion cuisine in a beautiful place with a correct service, a very good experience. (Original) Exquisita cocina fusión en un bonito local con un servicio correcto, una muy buena experiencia.

  • 1/5 Alfonso Lopez C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ridiculous offer in a variety of food, they don't have gluten-free pastas, they don't have good reds, they don't have beer without alcohol (Original) Oferta ridícula en variedad de comida, no tienen pastas sin gluten, no tienen buenos tintos, no tienen cerveza sin alcohol

  • 5/5 Carmen Rosa L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) My husband and I went to celebrate our second year of marriage, you need to book in advance because the place is very requested, and we check why: the entrance, main course and delicious desserts, very friendly staff, 100% recommended! (Original) Mi esposo y yo fuimos a celebrar nuestro segundo año de casados, se necesita reservar con anticipación porque el lugar es muy solicitado, y comprobamos el porque: la entrada, plato de fondo y postres riquísimos, el personal muy amable, 100% recomendado!

  • 5/5 Euge J. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food experience in Panama, good wine selection, really one if the best restaurant I had tried around of world

  • 5/5 Maria Gabriela D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent, a wonderful restaurant (Original) Excelente, un restaurante maravilloso

  • 5/5 Jesús Esparza B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Careful and creative table. Highly recommended. (Original) Mesa esmerada y creativa. Muy recomendable.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Valet parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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