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The Rock

11th of April Street | Palo Alto, Calle Principal, Boquete, Panama
+(507) 720-2516
Ranked #1 of 27 restaurants in Boquete
4.5 of 5 stars 138 Reviews
Price range: INR223 - INR1,003
Cuisines: American, Central American, International, Mediterranean
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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santa fe, new mexico usa
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

The Rock is my favorite resaurat in Boquete. Its setting next to the river is so special. The food presentation, the pure ingredients, and the attention to flavor are superb. The waiters are charming and gracious. The wine list is complete. And I especially appreciated its location to my favorite, The Riverside Inn. If I asked for room service from... More

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Orlando, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Relaxed, simplistic, clean chic decor. Great atmosphere. You can taste the level when you walk in the door. They have probably the most interesting preparation of dishes in the area. Presentation is excellent. Portions are more than plentiful and the service is top shelf. The food itself, at least both the salmon and the sea bass, were excellent! What was... More

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Sheffield
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8 reviews 8 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

I don't know who put the menu together, or came up with some of the concepts (trout served with banana cinammon mash???), but they certainly know exactly what they are doing. Modern, inventive menu, well prepared and presented dishes combined with a decent wine list and good atmosphere. More

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Boquete, Panama
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12 reviews 12 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

This is a gem. Limited seating so reservations are a must. Excellent appetizers, fresh bread and a variety of entrees. Wines by the glass or bottle, with interesting user friendly display just inside the door. More

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Rochester, New York
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Our group went out to this establishment for variety. The Thursday special was Bar-B-Q ribs and I had a hankering for this succulent treat. I observed another table with a towering serving tray and that's how mine came. I was disappointed that the ribs were lukewarm. The others in my party found their food to be good. I was disappointed. More

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Naples, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

As good as any really nice restaurant I might eat at back in Naples, Florida. The menu is a bit pretentious? But then this is one of the more elegant places around with a a gentle, organic, soft atmosphere. Our food was delicious and the Service outstanding. Try the Creme Brulee! More

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Panama City, Panama
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Very good food. Try some of the starters. The rock shrimps I liked a lot. Service is flawless, and the place has an elegant yet relaxded atmosphere. We came with daughter (2), and there were other folks with kids. No problem. They have a nice terrace, yet was raining, so couldn't use. Prices re not cheap, but not expensive either.... More

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Fort Collins, Colorado
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Both of our meals were delicious (steak kabobs and filet with horseradish butter and crispy onion rings), but the environment and service were also the highlight of our visit to The Rock. Our server even spoke nearly perfect English, which we don't expect in most places in Panama. He was both polite and gracious. The restaurant is situated on the... More

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Chagrin Falls, Ohio
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

comfortable and good service...................................................... More

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Houston, Tx
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Building and environment is excellent...food is even better....service is top notch More

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