Riesen is a small, warm farm-to-table restaurant tucked into a low-key space in the bustling El Cangrejo neighborhood. It has built a loyal following for honest, ingredient-driven cooking that leans on relationships with local growers and producers rather than flash.
The menu balances comfort and creativity — house-made pastas, thoughtfully cooked proteins, fresh salads, and seasonal specials — in a relaxed, unfussy setting. Portions are generous and the value is strong, which is part of why locals keep coming back.
Riesen is a great pick for a satisfying, no-pretense dinner in a walkable neighborhood full of hotels and cafes. Reservations are a good idea on busier nights.
Casual farm-to-table cooking with house-made pastas, seasonal dishes, and locally sourced ingredients.
On Calle D in the El Cangrejo neighborhood of Panama City, near the area’s hotels.
Riesen is a restaurants in Panama City, on Panama’s Pacific coast in the Coronado beach corridor (Playa Coronado area, Panamá Oeste / Coclé). On this page you’ll find its location on the map, contact details, phone number and reviews. You can call +507 264-0473 or use the contact button to get in touch.
Serving: Panama City and the nearby Pacific beach towns of Coronado, Nueva Gorgona, San Carlos, El Palmar, Santa Clara, Punta Chame and Playa Blanca.