Elevating humble Panamanian staples to haute cuisine, this 16-seat eatery is Panama's hottest reservation. Chef Jose prepares ²Ỗ²¹²Ô»å³Ü beans (native black beans), crisp, tender pork and ²Ỗ²¹³¾±ð (an indigenous tuber) in playful, revelatory fashion. Servers have an intimate, casual rapport through a cascade of eight courses. Reservations are best made months in advance. Drinks are extra.
For an additional US$10, get a seat at the chef's table for behind-the-scenes glimpses.