Located in Casco Viejo, Tantalo is a popular rooftop bar in the heart of Panama City’s social scene. The well-attended nightclub is open seven days a week, including Thursdays when they offer free entry. In addition to a stylish, modern, and luxurious atmosphere, Tantalo offers incredible views of the waterfront and city skyline. There’s no better place in Panama City to order a delicious cocktail and enjoy the ambiance. This inviting space offers locals and non-locals alike an inviting place to mingle. It’s also where you’ll find the Tantalo Hotel, an eco-chic hotel made from recycled materials.
Tantalo was the first rooftop bar in Casco Viejo and remains one of the best. When you walk into the door you’ll feel right at home. The calm and welcoming environment features clean furnishings, hipster stringed lights that create the perfect mood, and large windows that let in the view from outside. The rooftop club has recently undergone major renovations which has made it an even bigger attraction in Panama City. With its charming, colonial location, the establishment is able to host hotels, bars, and restaurants. It’s so popular that the nightclub can be quite busy most nights of the week. If you’re looking to check it out, be sure to arrive early.
Cocktail crafting is taken very seriously at Tantalo. The club’s world-class bar serves up an extensive menu of signature cocktails led by the club’s master mixologist, Juan Pablo, also known as Pachanga. Cocktails are served from sunset until late into the night. If you get hungry, you can also grab a bite to eat. Tantalo’s offers daily dinner service which includes fresh local and seasonal ingredients. Dinner is available from 5 PM until 9 PM daily. To ensure a spot for your group at dinner, call ahead and make a reservation.
What’s great about Tantalo is that there’s always something new to enjoy. Nearly every night of the week the club is hosting events, such as live art on Tuesdays, Latin music on Wednesdays, and ladies nights on Thursdays. Throughout the weekends club-goers can enjoy a mix of music. The club is also nearby many great attractions in Panama City. As Tantalo is set in the historic San Felipe Casco Viejo district, it’s just a two-minute walk from Cathedral Square. If you don’t want to drive home at the end of the night, stay where you are. Just a short walk downstairs you’ll find the Tantalo Hotel.
As the only outdoor bar in Casco, Tantalo becomes an open party every night of the week. To enhance the atmosphere, you’ll find some of the best DJs playing. The rooftop club is perfect for sharing intimate conversations, dancing with friends, or simply relaxing while drinking and listening to your favorite genres of music. Tantalo has a playful, lively atmosphere that creates the perfect backdrop for all types of events, such as bachelor parties, bachelorette parties, or birthday celebrations. It’s also a must-stop for tourists visiting Panama City on vacation or business.
Tantalo quickly earned the title of hippest hotel in Panama. They also earned a spot on the Conde Nast Travel magazine hot list in 2013. The establishment is well-designed with green plants throughout, polished concrete floors, vintage décor, and pops of color. The rooftop is always busy with fun events, from weekend BBQs to ladies night specials. Energy levels are always high, making Tantalo the perfect place to go for a nighttime pick-me-up. Designed by creative director Sundip Sodha, the space emits a daring, fresh, and organic feel. If you’re in Panama and in need of a little fun, head over to Tantalo nightclub.