World-famous Pineapple Willy's in Panama City Beach, Florida, is known for great cocktails, epic beach views, and a fun beach vibe
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Pineapple Willy's
Pineapple Willy's is an iconic Panama City Beach restaurant right on the sand! When we first started visiting PCB, we kept hearing about a great restaurant with epic drinks we needed to try.
It felt like every time we talked about Panama City Beach, someone would ask if we had been to Pineapple Willy's. This Gulf-front restaurant is an icon of the area for a reason.
Pineapple Willy's is famous not only because of its location but also its amazing staff, great food, and delicious drinks. This is not a tourist restaurant that serves the same beach food you can find anywhere.
From the 1st bite of food you can tell that Pineapple Willy's cares about the food they are serving and wants you to enjoy every bite.
My husband kept saying how good the barbecue ribs were after every bite, and the table next to us overheard him and ended up ordering buckets of ribs.
They ended up conversing about how great the barbecue ribs were and how they would order them any day.
I would tell you to order the large Pineapple Willy's specialty drink mug with your favorite drink and enjoy the gorgeous views. The fun mug is the perfect reminder of your beach vacation.
Indoor Seating
There is a large amount of space for indoor seating with comfortable chairs. They have tables that can easily fit a group of 8 comfortably. We love that the indoor seating is air conditioned and you still get a great view of the white sand beach and the Gulf.
As a bonus, most nights indoor seating is faster to get into than outdoor seating.
Outdoor Seating
Outdoor seating at Pineapple Willy's is on a long covered pier with picnic tables. These tables are super popular!
They offer gorgeous views of the beach and, hopefully, a nice Gulf breeze.
Pineapple Willy's Pier Bar
Willy's Pier Bar is the perfect place to relax while waiting for your table to be ready. You can grab any of the restaurants iconic drinks plus enjoy live music all summer long.
The Pier Bar is air-conditioned with comfortable tables and chairs. After 5pm, you can order appetizers with your drinks. If you are looking for drinks and chill time, this is a great option.
Pineapple Willy's Menu
The Pineapple Willy's Menu is filled with options! It is hard to decide what to order when everything looks so good.
Menu Highlights
Appetizers - Island Nachos, Coconut Shrimp, Al E. Gator, Hot Wings (Buffalo, Pineapple Teriyaki, or Garlic Parmesan), Cold peel n eat shrimp, Pretzel bites, Smoked tuna dip, Sweet onion rings, Wisconsin white cheddar bites, Fried dill pickle chips, or Fresh tortilla chips (add salsa or white queso).
The chips and salsa with queso is fantastic!
Salads - Caribbean salad, Chef Salad, Caesar Salad, House Salad
Sandwich Shop - (Served with French fries or Potato Chips) - Mahi Mahi BLT, Prime Rib French Dip, Big Willy Club, Pulled pork, grilled chicken, fried chicken sandwich, BLT
'Nawlins Po'Boys - Popcorn shrimp, Mahi Mahi, or Chicken Tenders
Willy Baskets - Mahi Mahi, Popcorn shrimp, Clam strips, Chicken Tenders
World Famous BBQ Ribs - 1 pound bucket of pork ribs that have been slow-cooked to perfection! This epic bucket comes with coleslaw, garlic toast, and baked beans. As a bonus you get to keep the bucket which is a fun sand castle bucket perfect for the beach!
Dinners - Fresh local catch of the day, Fried seafood platter, Blackened Mahi Mahi with pineapple salsa, Shrimp n Grits with Cajun bayou butter, Shrimp dinner, Cajun style jambalaya, or grilled chicken.
Side Items - Pineapple coleslaw, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, potato chips, cheese grits, baked beans, French fries, Hushpuppies, side salad, or steamed broccoli
Desserts - Pineapple upside down cake, Key ime pie, Chocolate silk pie
Kids Menu - All meals served with French Fries - grilled shrimp, grilled chicken, hot dog, PB&J Sandwich, mini corn dogs, Fish food, clam strips, Shrimp skipper, and chicken littles
Gluten-Free - Pineapple Willy's has an allergen guide for their menu available online. It breaks down the ingredients in each menu item so you know for sure which items have wheat in them.
Vegan - They have fantastic salads
Vegetarian - I had a great salad, chips and salsa, key lime pie, and more.
Signature Cocktails - Frozen Daiquiris (get the fun Pineapple Willy's cup for a refill discount), Lemonade, strawberry, pina colada, lime margarita, orange lush, or blue raspberry
Pineapple Willy Cocktail - this signature rum drink includes Myers Platinum Rum, gold rum, Hawaiian pineapple juice, and cream of coconut. Over 70,000 of these are sold each year! SO GOOD!!!!
Pineapple Willy's Gift Shop
Make sure to stop into the Pineapple Willy's Gift Shop! You will find the perfect souvenir to bring home from your beach vacation. You may even find some things you didn't know you needed in your life.
I found a cute Pineapple Willy's adornment for my husband's Crocs. It is so cute and fun.
If you like T-shirts from your travels, you will love the assortment of shirts they have available. I couldn't pick just one and ended up getting two t-shirts to bring home with us.
Why you will love Pineapple Willy's PCB
- Great Panama City Beach Seafood Restaurant
- Great staff and great food
- One-of-a-kind view
- Fun souvenir cups
- Best ribs in Panama City Beach
- Locals and Tourists can enjoy gorgeous sunsets and great food
Things to know when planning a visit to Pineapple Willy's in Panama City Beach
Address - 9875 South Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, Florida 32408
Phone Number - 850-235-0925
Hours - 11 am - 10 pm daily
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is accessible parking near the front entrance to the restaurant. There is a ramp leading up to Willy's Pier Bar and smooth access to both the indoor and outdoor seating.
Plus Size Seating - The indoor seating has comfortable chairs without arms. The outdoor seating is picnic tables with fixed benches. Comfort level is going to depend on the person.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Beach Casual,
Pets - Pets are allowed on a leash in the outside dining area
Parking - There is parking in front of the restaurant, along with 3 overflow parking lots available.
There is a parking attendant at the main parking lot. We suggest rolling down your windows so you can hear them tell you which row to head towards when the lot is busy.
Reservations - Pineapple Willys does not take reservations
Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Panama City Beach Pier - Epic views of the Gulf of Mexico, fishing, sunset watching, and wildlife viewing.
Nick's Slice of Brooklyn - specializes in delicious pizza, stromboli rolls, and hot sandwiches.
Man in the Sea Museum - Learn about the history of diving at this really interesting museum
Pink Pelican Ice Cream - Enjoy ice cream sundaes, milkshakes, and cones at this local favorite.
Liza's Kitchen - Great local breakfast and lunch restaurant with scratch made food!
Panama City Beach Tours
Dolphin Cruises - Head out on the water looking for Bottlenose dolphins and other marine wildlife on these great tours. Book tours HERE
Shell Island Tours - One of the most popular adventures in PCB! Head out to Shell Island and enjoy this tropical island. Book tours HERE
Helicopter Tours - Check out the crystal blue water, attractions and beach from the air on a great helicopter tour. Book tours HERE
Deep Sea Fishing Charters - Enjoy some of the world's best fishing! Book tours HERE
Sunset Cruises - One of our favorite things to do in PCB is enjoy a sunset cruise. The sunsets over the water are truly amazing. Book tours HERE
Click HERE to see all of the top rated tours and activities in Panama City Beach.
Panama City Beach Lodging
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. We have stayed at each of these lodging options:
Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resort - Book your Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resort stay here.
Use code GCJ for a discount on stays with a minimum of 3 nights for Surf Bungalows and 4 nights for Resort Cottages.
Springhill Suites Panama City Beach Beachfront: Enjoy epic views of the Gulf of Mexico, an unbelievable pool with a lazy river, and easy beach access.
Marriotts Legends Edge at Bay Point: Stay in a gorgeous two-bedroom condo with a full kitchen, living room, and two bathrooms.
Townplace Suites Pier Park - Great hotel with kitchens, and living space to enjoy on your trip.
The map below shows the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area. You can select the dates you are visiting to see current availability.
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