Do they offer anything else besides oysters??
Gene's Oyster Bar
Monday
11:00 - 19:00
Tuesday
11:00 - 19:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 19:00
Thursday
11:00 - 19:00
Friday
11:00 - 19:00
- Seafood
- American
Dining Options
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Outdoor Seating
- Parking Available
- Waterfront
Privilege
- Seafood
- American
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Outdoor Seating
- Parking Available
- Waterfront
shrimp fish all great
No beer at Gene's but that would not stop me making that stop!
yes its open
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Last time I went they were from cedar key. They were really good.
The only 5 star oyster bar in the area!! Limited seating, but unlimited taste... the atmosphere, the food and the service is much like you would have experienced 40 years ago.... truly a local treasure.. take cash, they don't accept credit cards....
MoreThe coolest old-school vibe, great conversation with your personal oyster shucker on the opposite side of the bar. Very personable, friendly, and genuine staff. LOVED IT. Will be back everytime I come through town.
MoreI grew up about three blocks from Gene's and used to go their own regular basis with my parents. Have not been back for more than 35 years and surprisingly nothing has changed services still great and the food is extraordinary. Every time I go back to Panama City it will always be on my to do list.
MoreJust a little hole in the wall but DAMN! It's a must when I visit my parents in PCB. Definitely not a "tourist trap" type restaurant. No frills mostly locals. Definitely worth a trip over the bridge if you're staying in PCB.
MoreIf you haven't been yet then don't miss it. I had shucked oysters. My friends had fried oysters, grouper, shrimp, & clam chowder. They were already sold out of their oyster stew, which I am told us amazing. I will be back on my next visit to Panama City, you can bet on that.A lot of folk from Flordia Baptist Disaster Relief frequent Gene's Oyster Bar when they are in town. I am sure their reputation has been spread across this nation by the volunteers that have come from states as far as Alaska, Hawaii, New York, Colorado, California, North & South Carolina.
MoreVery fresh, delicious raw oysters. A small, cottage-like no frills place but clean and newer feeling on the outside. Definitely a local secret as it's off the beaten path!
MoreSimple whole in the wall with the biggest, coldest, freshest oysters in Bay county!
MoreThis place is so great! A little hole in the wall with a long history. Food is great and service was great too. The seating is limited but worth going to.
MoreBest oysters ever. Love this place
Food was outstanding!! Highly recommend this place. Do NOT go if you have a large party. There are only about 15 seats in the entire place and they are all bar stools. Not appropriate for infants, etc. The loaded baked oysters are the best I've had, the gumbo was very good, and the fried shrimp and grits are awesome!
MoreThe pleasantess and the seafood . One of my favs
Laid back, way back. Great oysters all the time. Kind of place if they wouldn't eat it they will not serve it to you. Great fried soft shelled crab.
MoreLove it, absolutely delicious!!! Great atmosphere, the staff is experienced and very friendly. All around, 👠great experience!
MoreThe best oysters and shimp I have ever eaten. The staff was great. If ever near gooo!!!
MoreVery casual, cash only and very good.
Most stop here, best service, there is no way you can leave here dissatisfied...
So friendly and food was amazing !! I absolutely lobe this place , it's experience and the hot sauce is yumm!! Best baked beans I've ever had, cheese grits are amazing and oysters were the best I had!!
MoreExcellent service by the whole team !!! Huge portions 😊 extremely friendly staff I like they way everyone gets along 🙃 their just starting to stay open later now since the storm 😉 5-23-19 a big plus for our area ... it’s a tiny restaurant with lots of warmth ... it’s been here 50 years so you know their doing something right 😊
MoreExcellent oysters and other seafood. You sit at the bar and they shuck until you tell them to stop!
MoreThe oysters are the best you just have to tell them what you want and they will make them for you
MoreBest oyster bar in Bay County, and it’s not even close.
Great service and great food. Best oysters around.
Been there nearly 50 years. Nothing else needs be said
Salty oysters and great food
Been to a lot of oyster bars in my time and must say this place ranks #1. Grouper basket was awesome too. Great service. Limited seating though. I will be back.
MoreSublime culinary experience! Clam chowder is outerworldly, fresh fried fish is superb, and you just can't ask for better cheese grits! Will be coming back at any chance I have in the future! Many thanks to Mrs. Ann for her charming iconic southern hospitality!
MoreThis is our favorite place. I've turned all my scuba students on to this jewel. Awesome oysters and friendly service. The way florida used to be.
MoreVery clean and friendly need more family owned restaurant s like that
You guys are awesome but you need to expand. There are not enough seats.
My favorite place to eat oysters whenever I visit Panama City. I was taken there the first time when I was in fourth grade by my Dad. I’m 60 years old now. Best fresh Oysters you will find. Highly recommend. They don’t take credit cards it’s just cash deal. Enjoy.
MoreChef Jennifer Lowe is a great chef and everything I've ate there has been amazing. The Owner Ms. Brunner is such a wonderful Lady and always has a smile on her face . The best home town Oyster bar in town.
MoreThe food is great. A little pricey for meals with small or no side dish. Baked oysters are delicious, and Shrimp scampi except only served with crackers.
MoreReally liked our visit to Gene's. The food is so good and they really work to please their customers.
MoreMs Ann and her staff are awesome people, we did miss having Van, we didn't know he was gone. The food is always excellent!
MoreThe BEST oysters! Historic place off the usual touristy path. So fresh...they shuck open the oysters right in front of you. Gumbo is authentic and delicious. We got the loaded baked oyster and they were fabulous! Highly recommend! The Sweet tea was tasty too!
MoreVery small mom and pop type joint. Quant, food could be better in my own opinion but everything overall was good!
MorePhenomenal food and love the real beach feel to the place. Nothing fancy, just simple and delicious
MoreThere's no place like home. I can not come home and not visit Ms.Anne and family(staff) at Gene's Oyster Bar. If you're looking for quaint restaurant and great oysters along with awesome customer service this is your place!!Remember, if you're going to consume raw oysters just know that there is a "safe" season which is September-April (cooler months).
MoreBest oysters in Bay County.
The best oyster place in the world! I’ve been coming here for 18 years.
Jennifer and the staff are amazing and the food is wonderfully good.
This is the absolute go to spot for the freshest oysters anywhere. We have gone there for years and it is our favorite for no nonsense great seafood! Everything is delicious and I suggest getting there early if going for lunch. Love love love!
MoreBest Oyster bar in town!
What an experience! Excellent oyster stew! Love this place! A local experience. Genuine!
MoreBest hometown Oyster Bar in all of North Florida. Crab fingers, Grouper throats and delicious homemade side items...and yes I said grouper throats. Trust me best part of the grouper deep fried... um,um,um
MoreAmazing seafood! Great oysters, soft shell crabs and crab claws! A must!
Gene's Oyster Bar is a throw back to the past. It's an absolutely fantastic Oyster Bar!!!!! Well worth stopping in an having a dozen raw or baked!!!!!!
MoreOysters are farm raised and everybit as good as wild oysters. Their grouper throats are delicious. Cash only, no alcohol sold.
MoreWhat a find. Ditto to what everybody else said. This place is the real deal. Thank you Alan. I'll be back.
MoreBest place to eat seafood in Panama City.
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