CONCOLON PANAMANIAN STREET FOOD — Restaurant in Bella Vista

If you're seeking an exceptional dining experience, look no further than Concolon, a Panamanian gem that ticks all the boxes. From the moment you walk through the doors, you'll be greeted with warmth and hospitality that set the tone for an unforgettable meal.

The Food: The cuisine at Concolon is simply outstanding. Each dish bursts with authentic Panamanian flavors, crafted with the freshest ingredients. Whether you're indulging in their savory sancocho, succulent seafood, or the perfectly cooked arroz con pollo, every bite is a celebration of Panamanian culinary traditions. The menu offers a wide variety of options, ensuring there's something to delight every palate.

The Service: The service at Concolon is top-notch. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you have an enjoyable dining experience. They're attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the food they serve. Whether you need recommendations or have specific dietary needs, they are more than happy to assist.

The Ambiance: Concolon boasts a beautifully designed interior that perfectly complements the dining experience. The decor is a tasteful blend of traditional and modern elements, creating an inviting and stylish atmosphere. It's the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner or a special celebration. Plus, the ambiance is incredibly photogenic, making it an ideal location to snap some great photos for your social media feed.

Concolon is a must-visit for anyone in search of delicious Panamanian cuisine, exceptional service, and a beautiful setting. Whether you're a local or just visiting, make sure to add Concolon to your list of dining destinations. You won't be...

🚨 WARNING: This restaurant has paid for loads of fake reviews to bump them up. Pay close attention to all the reviews. At time of me writing my review (April 2023) there has been hundreds of reviews in the past week, however when I went there, there was only a few tables busy, so the number of reviews don't corrolate with the amount of business. If you read the reviews you can tell they are fake as well, comments such as "ordered my food and it came within 2 days, would order again" or "waitress are bad but service was good" contradicting what has been written.

Anyway I hope my warning tells you to avoid this place. It's pretty pricey for Panama, the portion sizes aren't great and it's not Street food at all. It's a restaurant basically selling some Panamanian food and American cuisine.

I ordered the "pollo al sombrero" which was described as fried chicken in a hat. The chicken wasn't fried (I swear they just ran around the corner to supermercado Rey and bought some rotisserie chicken) and it's not served in a hat, but in a "hat shaped plate". It's also pretty bland.

Also the atmosphere of the restaurant is not a vibe. Take a look at my photo of a table I was sat at. The stools are at the height of the table. The table is really too low to sit and eat at, maybe ok for actual street food, but when it's a restaurant, it's not good at all.

Given the food 3 stars because it was edible and came out in a reasonable time, however it wasn't that flavourful or a...

The meal was delicious. I had the Concolon con ropas viejas and the combination of the meat, beans and crispy rice were just perfect. They also have various flavors of hot sauce to enhance the experience.

As a single traveler it was awkward to begin with, and my service felt as though I was an inconvenience. I don't know exactly what was happening, but I felt I was being sneered at by the wait staff the whole meal. I hurried through a few bites and asked to take the rest to go as I was so uncomfortable.

If you find yourself solo traveling I would look somewhere else, or at the very least order to take away. The food is good but not worth the attitude if driving in.

UPDATE: Since the restaurant chose to respond accordingly, I will counter. In no way was I asking to be "entertained" or treated as an escort. I always attempt to encounter any situation as friendly as possible. There's a difference between expecting to be catered to and simply being treated with basic respect.

I found the favorable reviews and walked 45 minutes from my hotel in hopes of a good meal. That's all I wanted. I'm okay having minimal attention - I just don't want to be treated with the contempt I encountered.

The response by his restaurant just showed their incapability of acting with any sense of humanity. Read this carefully and consider before walking through...