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Garlic shrimp in Panama City

Hungry for garlic shrimp in panama city? This guide covers what to order, what it costs and when. Spoiler: kitchen open Wednesday to Saturday, 6pm to 3am at Q'Paso Ayer, Calle Uruguay — food to share and a night sorted.

Late-night kitchen

The kitchen doesn't close early here: you can eat well past midnight. It's the spot for that after-dancing hunger, or to start the night with a proper dinner on Calle Uruguay — no rush, table full.

Kitchen hours

Kitchen hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 6:00 pm to 3:00 am. Four nights of food into the early morning in Bella Vista — great for groups, after-work and anyone hunting good late-night food.

Eating in the heart of the night

Eating at Q'Paso Ayer isn't just any dinner: you're in the heart of Calle Uruguay, with music, atmosphere and the party about to start. Dinner and night out in one place, no transfers.

What to order at Q'Paso Ayer

Not sure what to get? Play it safe: shareable plates in the middle (wings, tortillas, mixed-meat platter) and the grilled skirt steak if you're really hungry. Book a table on WhatsApp if you're a group and we'll set it up.

Dinner before the party

The plan that never fails on Calle Uruguay: arrive, share some food, have a couple of drinks and, when the group gets going, you're already where the party will be. Eating well before you go out makes the night last longer.

The area: Calle Uruguay, Bella Vista

Calle Uruguay is in Bella Vista, minutes from the Banking Area and from Panama City's main hotels and hostels. It's the easiest zone for a night out with no long transfers — everything is walkable and Uber/taxi are right there.

Get in free on the list

Best part for your wallet: you can join the FREE guest list for each event. Pick your group (girls or guys), drop your name and get free entry until the listed time. No online payments, no hassle — just arrive before the list closes.

Where the night begins

Calle Uruguay, Panama City. Join the free guest list for the next event.

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FAQ

What days and hours is the kitchen open?
The kitchen is open Wednesday to Saturday, 6:00 pm to 3:00 am. Late-night food right on Calle Uruguay, Bella Vista.
What dishes do you recommend?
The Q'Paso Ayer Chicharrón, the grilled skirt steak, the Tortillas and the Buffalo Wings. For a group, the platter of 30 wings in three sauces.
Can I have dinner and stay for the party?
That's the plan: share dinner and, when the group gets going, the same night turns into a party without leaving Calle Uruguay.
How much does it cost to eat?
Shareable starters from around $9 and mains between $10 and $25. Cocktails from $7.50 and beers from $2.16.
Where is the best spot for garlic shrimp in panama city?
In Calle Uruguay, Bella Vista, Panama City. Q'Paso Ayer sits right in the nightlife zone, minutes from the Banking Area.

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