Bajareque Coffee House & Roastery occupies a narrow colonial building in the heart of Casco Viejo and serves as the Panama City home of the Lamastus family’s renowned Elida Estate coffee, including their award-winning Geisha, one of the most prized and expensive coffees in the world. For serious coffee drinkers, a visit here is something close to a pilgrimage.
The small-batch roastery pours espresso and carefully executed pour-overs designed to let the estate’s legendary beans shine, allowing their delicate floral and fruit notes to come through in the cup. Alongside the coffee you’ll find pastries and light bites, and the knowledgeable staff are happy to walk guests through the origins, altitude, and processing behind each brew.
The atmosphere is casual, warm, and unmistakably passionate about coffee, with the aroma of fresh roasting often in the air. Because it is a direct outlet for a single celebrated estate, Bajareque offers a rare chance to taste world-championship-level coffee at its source, and to buy freshly roasted beans to take home.
Bajareque is ideal for coffee enthusiasts, curious travelers, and anyone wanting an exceptional cup while wandering the old quarter’s historic streets. Its central Casco Viejo location makes it an easy stop between sightseeing, and it is open daily. Whether you are a devoted specialty-coffee fan or simply curious what the fuss over Panama Geisha is about, this is one of the best places in the country to find out.
The direct link between the cafe and a single, celebrated farm gives the experience a rare sense of authenticity, and it makes Bajareque a natural place to buy beans as a gift or souvenir with a real story behind them. The compact colonial setting adds to the appeal, turning a simple coffee break into a small highlight of a day spent exploring Casco Viejo. For visitors building a route through the old quarter’s cafes, plazas, and viewpoints, it is well worth carving out time for a slow, well-made cup here.
Open daily, roughly 8am to 7pm.
On Calle 1a Oeste in the Casco Viejo historic district of Panama City.
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Bajareque Coffee House & Roastery is a cafes & bakeries in Panama City, Panama. On this page you’ll find its location on the map, contact details, phone number and reviews. You can call +507 6030-9997 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.
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