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Can you use canned tuna if you can’t find smoked?

Pita chips are criminally underrated with this dip.

Didn’t realize it was unique to the Panhandle!

The smoked flavor just reminds me of beach bonfires.

I don’t eat seafood but my family devours this every holiday.

Glad the recipe says to chill it first – makes it way better.

Great, now I’m hungry at 10am.

Can’t have a football party without it. Go Noles!

I add a pinch of Old Bay. Just hits right.

Worcestershire is the secret!! Never skip it.

Seriously, best way to start any seafood dinner.

Does anyone use smoked mahi instead of tuna?

Try serving with cucumbers for a fresher crunch!

Always too much mayo in restaurant versions, homemade is better.

Never heard of this before moving here, now I’m hooked!

Mojitos and smoked tuna dip = perfect beach day

Where do y’all buy smoked tuna around Pensacola?

Locally caught tuna makes ALL the difference.

I grew up with this dip. Still my favorite snack!

Never thought of adding fried okra on the side, gonna try it.

Brings back memories of summers in Destin. So good!

I use a little extra hot sauce in mine, makes it pop!

Always a hit at cookouts, thanks for the recipe!

Love it with saltines and a cold beer.

Best thing at any Gulf party!

Hunt and Gather sounds exactly like my kind of place. Wild game, oysters, creative meats and no kids menu means it's actually a peaceful dinner for once. Adding it to my list immediately.

Good list overall but I feel like the PCB area always edges out Panama City proper in these roundups. Would be nice to see more recognition for restaurants on the mainland side.

Firefly during tourist season without a reservation is a nightmare. Learn from my mistakes and always book ahead. The food is worth the planning though, absolutely stunning dinner.

Been going to Angelo's since I was a kid visiting with my grandparents. It hasn't changed much and honestly that's the whole point. Some things should just stay the same.

My only complaint is that a couple of the chain restaurants feel like filler on a list like this. LongHorn and Outback are fine but they're not exactly what comes to mind when I think best steakhouses.

C Level's tropical vibe makes it feel like a totally different kind of steakhouse. It's laid back and the prime rib is massive. Great bang for your buck in my opinion.

Love that Copper Tap made this list. Supporting local and independently owned restaurants matters. And the St. Andrews area is just a great place to spend an evening.

Anyone tried the tomahawk at McGuire's yet? That thing looks massive every time I see someone post a photo. Trying to plan a birthday dinner there next month.

The Bloomin Onion mention for Outback made me laugh. That thing is dangerous, I can never stop eating it before my actual meal even arrives.

Triple J is right in our neighborhood basically. We go pretty regularly and the quality is consistently good. Nice to see it get some recognition on a list like this.

Firefly's indoor oak tree is one of those things you have to see in person. Makes the whole room feel completely different from any other restaurant around here. Really beautiful spot.

Hickory fire at Angelo's hits different from a regular gas grill steak. Once you've had it that way it's hard to go back. That smoky char is the real deal.

Hunt and Gather not taking reservations is the only thing that frustrates me about that place. Showed up last spring and the wait was almost two hours. Food was worth it but just plan ahead.

LongHorn near Pier Park is super convenient after a day on the beach. Nothing fancy but the seasoning on their steaks is genuinely really good. Solid pick for the list.

I took my kids to Angelo's for the first time this summer and they were obsessed with Big Gus before we even sat down. Great food and they had so much fun. Definitely going back.

Would love to see a follow-up on what's happening in downtown Panama City proper. Feels like the beach gets all the attention for dining and we've got some good spots on this side too.

Texas Roadhouse always gets the job done when you're feeding a big group and nobody can agree on anything. The fresh bread alone is worth the trip honestly.

Copper Tap in St. Andrews is a hidden gem. Love that neighborhood and the Boursin ribeye they do is really something special. More people need to know about that place.

C Level's prime rib is seriously no joke. That herb crust with the horseradish sauce is everything. I've been going there for years and it never disappoints.

I'll be honest, I'm a little surprised Outback made the cut. Nothing wrong with it but it's Outback. Feels like a stretch calling it one of the area's best steakhouses.

Firefly is absolutely worth it for a special occasion. Took my mom there for her birthday last year and the atmosphere alone made the whole night feel fancy. Food was great too.

McGuire's opened in 2025 and already made the list? Have they really had enough time to prove themselves? Curious to hear from anyone who's actually been.

Triple J is so underrated. Perfect for our family because my husband always wants seafood and I always want a ribeye. Problem solved every time lol.

Glad to see Hunt and Gather on here. Went for a date night last fall and it was genuinely one of the best meals I've had in Panama City. The steak tartare was incredible.

Angelo's has been a tradition in our family for over 30 years. The smell of that hickory fire when you walk up is something you never forget. Big Gus still makes me smile every single time.