Frequently asked questions about Panama City

Last updated on 29/06/2025
What are the services offered by Chabad of Panama City Panama?
Chabad house services: Traveler center, Friday night meals, Shabbat meals, Kosher prepared food for Shabbat, Weekday prayers, Shabbat prayers
At what time can you put on tefillin in Panama City? What time does the sun set? When does Shabbat start?
Is there a Mikveh in Panama City
Are there kosher restaurants in Panama City?
Where can you buy kosher products in Panama City?
Where can I eat Shabbat and holiday meals in Panama City Panama?
Chabad house holds Shabbat and holiday meals upon prior registration, we would be delighted for you to join us register here
When does the Shabbat/holiday begin in Panama City Panama
The upcoming Shabbat, Parshat Pinchas (18-19/07/2025)
Shabbat begins: 18:24, Shabbat ends: 19:15
Is there an Eruv in Panama City Panama?
Yes, View Eruv map
There is an Eruv in Panama City. The areas included in the Eruv are:

Punta Pacifica

Punta Paitilla

Part of Marbella

Part of Bella Vista

Part of Avenida Balboa and Cinta Costera
Which hotels are close to the Chabad house?
Which hotels are suitable for Shabbat?
What is there to do in Panama City?
In Panama City there is a wide variety of attractions, list of recommended attractions
Where do shabbat meals take place?

Shabbat meals take place at beit chabad. To find us on the map click here
During hight season (winter and summer break), if the cround gets very large, Shabbos meals will take place in a nearby hall. You will be inform via email closer to shabbat.

Do you know which hotel is Shabbat friendly?

It all depends what you call  Shabbat freindly:
There is one AirBnB place called ESHEL SUITES that is 100% Ok for Shabbat. No high floor, no elevator, no sensors, no electronics keys or doors... and it's luxuous!! Very convenient for Shabbat. 100% recommended.
All hotels have electric doors, light sensors... Most hotels have rooms starting at very high floors. The lowest floors is the Plaza Paitilla inn hotel (starts at 2nd floor) and the Residence Inn by Marriott (starts at the 6th floor). All the hotels in the neighborhood are very familiar with shabbat and Shabbat friendly. They see you coming from far and they will come open doors for you and take you to your room. They can come pick you from your room in the morning... Check our hotels page for more info

When should I make my shabbat reservation?

As early as you know of your trip you can register for shabbat. We really appreciate when our guests reserve a month ahead of time at least.

What do you serve at the Shabbat meals?

We serve a traditional shabbat dinner and lunch. The food is prepared by our in house chef. This includes wine, challah, fish, a large variety of salads, soup, variety of fine meats, poultry, side dishes, beverages, dessert. On Shabbat lunch we also serve our famous cholent and cold cuts. Menu is not alike every week. We vary, this is why we can not share a permanent menu. Chabad Panama Cuisine is known as succulent, tasty and abundant. You will love it!

Do you have any recommendations for tour guides?

Yes, you can see the recommendations here.