El Nacional
Panamanian Vegan Classics, Vegan Menu
Vegan options
Outstanding for vegans ★ 5.0 (626) · $$ · Restaurant · Panamanian, Latin · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the lentil croquettes and seitan guisado for authentic Panamanian vegan flavors"
Must-try: lentil croquettes, seitan guisado, empanada
Praised for: friendly service, good value, beautiful interior
El Nacional serves traditional Panamanian dishes thoughtfully adapted for vegans—including seitan guisado and lentil croquettes—within a historic Casco Viejo building overlooking a plaza and cathedral. The restaurant offers friendly, attentive service with a chef experienced in vegan cooking for over 40 years, alongside a cooking class specializing in vegan Panamanian cuisine. Vegan items are clearly marked on the menu, priced reasonably, and complemented by live music many evenings.
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Hours
Sunday 11 AM-8 PM
Monday 11 AM-9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM
Thursday 11 AM-9 PM
Friday 11 AM-9:30 PM
Saturday 11 AM-9:30 PM
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PH Plaza Catedral, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Vegan Friendliness
iOutstanding for vegans
A
- VEGAN OPTIONS Many · 5–10 dishes
- MENU Separate vegan menu
- STAFF Very knowledgeable
- PROTEIN seitan, lentils, soy protein
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