Pork chicharrón for dinner in Panama City

Ceviches and seafood

Freshness downtown: shrimp and sea bass ceviche in leche de tigre with crispy plantains, plus garlic shrimp. Light to start or to go with drinks, with the Panamanian touch that fits the night.

Kitchen hours

Q'Paso Ayer's kitchen is open Wednesday to Saturday, 6:00 pm to 3:00 am. That means you can eat from the early after-work hours all the way to the small hours, no rush — perfect for dinner before you go out or a craving after the dance floor.

Late-night food near me

Craving something nearby after midnight? The kitchen at Q'Paso Ayer runs until 3 am, Wednesday to Saturday, right on Calle Uruguay — wings, chicharrón, tacos and burgers to share, minutes from most hotels.

What to order at Q'Paso Ayer

To nail the order: start with something to pick at (mini empanadas, tequeños or wings), move to a shareable main like the skirt steak or the tortillas, and pair it with house cocktails from $7.50. In a group, the Wings Platter (30 wings, three sauces) is the table's star.

Prices and what to expect

Honest, hearty food: shareable starters from around $9, burgers and mains between $10 and $25, and the skirt steak as a premium treat. Cocktails from $7.50 and beers from $2.16. Good value in Bella Vista.

The area: Calle Uruguay, Bella Vista

The advantage of Calle Uruguay is density: bars, kitchens and clubs within a few blocks, in Bella Vista. You arrive by Uber in minutes from almost any downtown hotel and walk from one spot to the next without losing the night.

Get in free on the list

Guest-list entry is free until a set time: sign up online, pick the girls' or guys' list, and get in with no cover if you arrive on time. It's the smartest way to go out without overspending in Panama City.

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