Grocery Stores in Bocas Town
Why there's no supermarket chain, and which tienda to pick for what
Quick Info
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Grocery Options
Calle 8, Isla Colón, Cristina — the three main tiendas, plus Super Gourmet for specialty items
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Price Level
Higher than mainland Panama, Super Gourmet the priciest
Organic Delivery
Tuesdays at Super Gourmet, sourced from Boquete/Tierras Altas
Good to Know
The three main tiendas are closely matched — pick by location, not by store
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No single tienda carries everything, even among the three main ones. Checking two in one trip if you're after something specific is normal here.
Calle 8
Chinese-Panamanian run, similar size and price to Isla Colón and Cristina. Slightly larger international aisle — soy sauce, rice noodles, specialty pantry items.
Open Calle 8 in Google MapsIsla Colón (Super Market)
Similar size and range to Calle 8 and Cristina. Produce section and wine shelf slightly larger than the other two.
Open Isla Colón Super Market in Google MapsCristina (Super Centro)
Same size and stock as Isla Colón and Calle 8. Comes down to location on the day, not one being better stocked.
Open Cristina Super Centro in Google MapsSuper Gourmet
Deli and specialty market on Main Street, priced above the three tiendas. Organic vegetables and herbs delivered every Tuesday from Boquete/Tierras Altas. Closed Sundays.
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