Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio
Creole restaurant · Panama City ·

Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio

Creole restaurant · Panama City ·

Home-style Panamanian food, rice, beans, meat, tajadas

Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null
Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio by null

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y esquina con, C. Abel Bravo, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama Get directions

PAB 5–10

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y esquina con, C. Abel Bravo, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama Get directions

+507 6679 1516
@mamagallina_ferialibre

PAB 5–10

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Nov 25, 2025

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The 26 Best Restaurants in Panama City | Eater

"Mamá Gallina offers the kind of home-cooked dishes that have fed generations of locals. Located in the heart of Obarrio, this fonda has expanded in recent years to welcome more customers into its open-air dining area without straying too far from its roots. The staple combo of arroz, poroto (spiced, stewed red beans), and meat (shredded beef, baked chicken, or chicken stewed in rich tomato sauce) reigns supreme here. Don’t miss the sides: tajadas (fried ripe plantains) or plátano en tentación (plantains caramelized in brown sugar and cinnamon). Fresh chichas (fruity drinks) like pineapple rice or passionfruit juice make the perfect pairing. Join the buffet line and let the aromas of sofrito guide you." - Jorge Chanis

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Fonda Mamá Gallina Obarrio

Zeid Tisnes

Google
DISCLAIMER: this is not a restaurant with luxuries servers or whatever. This is a typical Panamanian food and excellent savory of what Panama is. One of my favorite go-to vegan spots if I want to save some cash. The portions are relatively good. I order a plate of rice, lentils/beans, and sometimes "tajadas". Once paid, choose a table (if eating inside) and find one of the spicy Caribbean sauces. Is not super spicy, but it does add a good umami taste and kick. A plate of rice + lentils is 2.25$ (or 2.75$ I don't remember). With the tajada, is like an extra 1.50$ for 2 tajadas (normal portion)

Joe Mari Francisco

Google
Fonda Mama is one of the must-try local food establishments in Panama. The staffs don't speak English but they are very helpful. The food is great, especially the chorizos and fresh juices.

Marion Fauchon Digital Marketing Freelance

Google
We loved this place! So cheap, delicious and authentic. Our Spanish wasn’t great but the locals helped us translate and everyone was super friendly. We would definitely come back and highly recommend this place for an authentic experience.

Eleonora

Google
We were looking for a place frequented by locals in Panama, and Mamá Gallina definitely delivered. The ladies at the counter were very patient with us as newbies to Panamanian cuisine and helped us choose what to order. Even a lady who was in line after me helped us! The food was good, and the portions were abundant (by our European standards). Prices are very affordable compared to other places in Panama. For example, I ordered a full meal (see photo) for about $8. Credit card payment is available. There is no air conditioning, but fans were enough to keep us cool enough on a very hot day (34°C).

Stephanie Judah

Google
Food was cold, lacked flavor, and cashier attempted to give a marked up price for foreigners. First and last time at this place.

Ed Harris

Google
Food very good. Price very small.

Larry Zpeed

Google
Creole Food and traditional Panamanian Cuisine available all the Time

Eric DeRise #DRDERISE

Google
This place has fantastic food. It's very casual and convenient. Cafeteria style. It's packed during the lunch hour. It's basically outside in the heat. But there are lots of fans to blow air on you to cool you down so you can enjoy your delicious meal. Also, it's very inexpensive. #DRDERISE