Villa Ana 1928

Top floor smoking room, with bar. Very relaxing. No phones allowed which is a lovely change of pace. Bar has a huge variety of drinks. The manager comes around and is an absolute gentleman. Great range of cigars. No photos as no phones allowed but it is the epitome of exquisite. I'd love to try the restaurant downstairs as you can tell they have rhe highest standards.

We spent a wonderful evening at Villa Ana. The house is just a wonderful place with so much history and the adaptation and conversion has been done respecting the period. The food was delicious, everything we ate from appetizers to dessert was excellent, flavors, presentation and creativity. The service was flawless. We then visited all the other labels and finally went to the rooftop terrace with a direct view of the wonderfully illuminated Cathedral for cigars and rum, both excellent. We loved our experience there. Also not having the phone was wonderful, it really makes you enjoy and soak in each moment without that distraction.

I wasn't aware of the amount of stairs you have to climb upon entering. I found out afterwards there's an elevator on the side of the building. It only fits 5 thin people and it's still too small. This is not disability friendly. The music was entirely too loud in the principal dining room. I had to ask the waitress to lower it so we could hear her take our order. The ambiance is nice and sophisticated. The food portions were extremely small and that was a shock. The sea bass was 4 small squares and the flavor was nasty. My appetizer was too salty and I couldn't finish it. A large party came in with a woman that was too loud and yelled from the time they arrived. The entire party was too loud. None of the staff said a thing. We had to leave because we had to yell at each other in order to talk. The cigar lounge was quieter than the restaurant. The phones being locked was too much for me. I didn't mind them being in a pouch. I did mind it being locked with no advance notice of that. There's no way to take a picture of anything in the lobby area. It's absolutely beautiful. Including the restrooms. I'd give this a try again with different menu items, in a different area, using the elevator. There is $5 valet parking if you drive. Overall it's something to try once.

At first, it may seem off putting that a restaurant would ask for your phone and not release it till you leave, but it is for good reason. It is worth immersing yourself in the full experience. The food is great, the atmosphere is amazing, and the service, impeccable. We received white glove treatment from an incredibly knowledgeable gentleman, Ruben, who clearly loves his job and the beautiful place he works. Allison was also a great server and went above and beyond to accommodate us. Excellent all around!!

This is a jewel house in the middle of a historic square with delicious food. Got a tour by the manager after my meal and it was one of the best parts of my trip. Knowing everything around the house and the mythical Ana really enriched the already great experience. Highly recommend!

Absolutely fantastic food and evenings here always. The food is amazing - have had several "Food Memories" here and those don't come along often. The staff are so friendly, professional and on their game. Great wine list and the feeling of being in an entire home with 3-4 separate spaces feels great. the bar area in the Attic is SUPER cozy and perfect. Can't wait to go back.

Villa Ana has the most amazing ambience!! Its my favorite place in Panama. Ambrosio and Rigoberto are excellent and attentive! I will go to this place as many time I want.

The staff provided an excellent experience. The food was delicious. The short rib bao buns are highly recommended. The speakeasy vibe was relaxing and the cigar lounge on the top floor was excellent.