Here’s a look at some of the new restaurants/businesses/developments that opened in the first half of 2025 (or late 2024) or were approved/announced for later opening.
(Note: The online version of this article at newsherald.com includes links to the full Panama City News Herald stories and other helpful sites.)
Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show
Dolly Parton came to Panama City Beach in June to formally open this latest addition to her entertainment empire.
Topgolf
This golf/entertainment complex in Panama City Beach was scheduled to open to the public in late June.
2 new ALDI stores
These conversions from Winn-Dixie to ALDI — one in Panama City and one in Panama City Beach — are part of a larger trend.
Amazon delivery station
The business community hailed this addition as a major boost for Bay County.
The Milkshake Factory
This dessert restaurant opened May 10 in Panama City Beach. It’s part of a national chain.
McGuire’s Irish Pub
How appropriate! The Panama City Beach branch of this popular pub/restaurant opened on March 17: St. Patrick’s Day!
Palmetto Moon
This retailer opened in June at Pier Park in Panama City Beach.
New golf course: The Third
This course at the Watersound Club in Panama City Beach was designed by pro golfer Davis Love III and his Love Golf Design team.
San Marcos Mexican Grill
This Mexican restaurant in Callaway is now open.
Plato’s Closet
This fashion retailer has opened at 660 W. 23rd St. in Panama City.
Naval Support Activity Panama City
Naval Support Activity Panama City acquired the neighboring, incomplete Barefoot Palms townhome development in Panama City Beach.
No Name Lounge and Bayside Bistro
This Panama City mainstay is coming back with a new name.
Panama City Beach Skate Park
This park, several years in the making, is now open near Frank Brown Park’s main entrance off of Panama City Beach Parkway (Back Beach Road.)
7 Brew Coffee
The drive-thru establishment, which specializes in specialty drinks, has opened at 104 S. Tyndall Parkway.
Louie’s Una Pizza
This pizza place opened at The Big Chill on scenic Highway 30A in Watersound. It specializes in a thin-crust pizza.
Nathan Cobb, Dylan Gentile and Tyler Orsburn contributed
This article originally appeared on The News Herald: New restaurants and more: What opened in Panama City/Bay County during first half of 2025?
Reporting by DeonTay Smith and Jim Ross, Panama City News Herald / The News Herald
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