Lotus Cafe & Juice Bar At Zen Garden in Panama City Beach - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Fresh delicious food and a beautiful place to eat

Food, service, and atmosphere is excellent. Whenever we drive down to PCB we always come here. Definitely one of our favorite spots and worth the visit!

Food was great i order the works veggie burger and potato salad it was really good. Everyone was very friendly. I would definitely recommend this place.

Lotus Café & Juice Bar is a real gem! The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, perfect for a short break or a longer meeting with friends. I was particularly impressed by the fresh, healthy selection of food and drinks. The smoothies and juices are incredibly delicious and are freshly prepared - you can taste the quality of the ingredients. The vegan and vegetarian offering is also diverse and creative, so there is something for every taste. The service is friendly and attentive without being intrusive. You really feel welcome here. The prices are absolutely fair for what you get: high-quality, fresh and healthy dishes in a pleasant atmosphere. I can recommend Lotus Café & Juice Bar to anyone looking for a tasty and healthy alternative. Definitely worth a visit!

absolutely beautiful environment. like a little slice of heaven in the middle of a busy bustling city. food is wonderful as well. a little pricey, but totally worth it. try their peanut butter buddha smoothie!! great options for vegans and vegetarians alike as well!!

Cool place to chill. Great vibes and cool gift shop

Great place. So much character and the people are great.

The Garden is a place I can’t help but go to and pray

Ordered the Salmon plate for $16 - Sweet Chili Glazed Salmon Fillet, Served with Zen Slaw & Black Rice, and also ordered the raw chocolate for $3, the salmon, slaw, and black rice was 5/5 stars, I don’t think it could be any better, forget healthy, this would be perfect at any restaurant and could not be better….the chocolate was ok for the first bite and then as the flavor settled it got more complex and rich, would recommend!! If you’re in Panama City Beach this is a MUST destination!! You will not regret, completely unique, quirky, and different seating where every table and chair is different!!

This was everything I needed on our vacation! A place with extremely calm vibes in a quiet spot. We got breakfast and drinks - all delicious. The shop is packed with neat trinkets so plan some time to be here!

An absolute must stop every time I’m in the area. They’re the only place around I’ve found that doesn’t use seed oils and they’re always so informative and friendly. One of the few culturally diverse businesses that really resonate with me.

This place is awesome! So peaceful! You will not be disappointed! Love it!

Wonderful food and wonderful people

Very unique and peaceful. Great food as well

Unique location. The restaurant and shop are nestled in a wooded area with lots of plants and landscaping. The food is delicious. I'm a vegetarian and enjoyed the special, black bean quesadia. My husband enjoyed a salmon wrap. The juice was very flavourful. It was nice to find a health spot for lunch.

This place is so groovy. I ate a delicious lunch next to a beautiful black kitty cat.

This is by far my all time favorite restaurant to visit in PCB. The food is beyond amazing. We always order the salmon wrap and every single time it’s delicious. The atmosphere is tranquil and zen, and creates an experience unlike any other restaurant at PCB. You’re surrounded by nature, eating amazing food, and the employees radiate kindness. The service is great and you won’t wait long for your food, but if you do at least you’re surrounded by trees and a beautiful koi fish. Overall, I highly recommend this as a wonderful spot to grab a bite to eat for lunch!!!

Delicious food, and a calming aura, great energy, and the koi pond makes everything happy

Beautiful little tucked away oasis. They made me a custom smoothie that rocked🤩 staff was personable and calm vibes all around. Highly recommend! Check out the koi fish also!! And the cats!! Adorable!!

Super neat place! I could hang out all day! One day I got the strawberry smoothie, and the next a PB banana- both were great! My kids loved exploring all the nooks and hiding places, and enjoyed the fish and turtles in the pond.

This place is an oasis in the midst of chaos. Was looking for vegan food options during my stay and found everything that was good here. If you want to relax in a beautiful spot and eat some good food come here. I had the seed cheese with apples and the veggie burger with a side of the potato salad. I would've tried it all had my stay been longer. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Very nice. Description like hippie, 70s, Zen garden comes very close to the small restaurant. There are small hidden seating areas available throughout the garden. Even in the small interior there are a few different tables for dining. There is also a small shop there to buy souvenirs, tea or shirts. Food (vegetarian) was very good. Not an ordinary snack bar. Something special for us and we will definitely come back.

What an amazing gem of a spot. Really happy we stopped in for a bite to eat!

Whenever we come to PCB we always eat here, this time the prices seem to have become exorbitant, three of us ate, only 2 meals, I only ate a bowl of potato salad, $70.00? + Tip made it almost 80? Yes the food is good, but not for that price. I thought maybe they had entered something wrong, I asked about it, the waiter just kind of shrugged his shoulders and say everything is getting high. We won't be coming back whenever we come to PCB again.

Best food experience I have had. It felt like we were in a beautiful garden rather than a restaurant that served delicious and healthy meals to its guest. Yes I would recommend… Highly

My daughter suggested that I go here. I loved my salmon wrap and iced sweetened green tea. Very friendly staff.

Such a unique and peaceful place! All fresh and organic ingredients. A must stop to get a juice or smoothie in the morning!

A pleasant surprise off the beaten path! Stopped by for some healthy lunch and coffee and was not disappointed. Fresh ingredients, zen environment, what's not to love!

If you are looking for a hidden laid-back gem in a busy city. This place has some delicious smoothies. The environment and atmosphere is very serene and peaceful. Bring a Lil trinket for the fairy garden. I'm sure the fae would appreciate it.

Beautiful atmosphere, delicious fresh food. One of my favorite places in the city. Has vegetarian options!

I recently visited Lotus Cafe and tried their veggie burger. While the burger was okay in taste, I was a bit disappointed to find that it was dry inside. I believe adding some cheese, and sauce to the burger would have improved the overall flavor and texture. When I requested cheese, they provided shredded cheese at no extra charge, which was a nice gesture, but I found it a bit odd to have shredded cheese on a burger. On the positive side, the coleslaw and potato salad that accompanied the burger were delicious and added a refreshing element to the meal. The ambiance of the restaurant was truly stunning, with a nature theme that created a relaxing and inviting atmosphere. I loved the setting of the place. Overall, while I enjoyed the experience at Lotus Cafe and appreciated the effort to accommodate my request for cheese, I believe there is room for improvement when it comes to the veggie burger. With a few tweaks, I think they could elevate the dish to match the quality of the rest of their menu.

A delightful oasis in a sea of vulgar consumerism, Lotus Cafe offers real, tasty food, authentic people, and a vibe that is rarely found in PCB. Homey, hippie-Buddhist vibes emanate from the quaint location, making its guests feel welcome as soon as they walk in the door. The staff is friendly and ready to chat. The meal I enjoyed was fresh and delicious along with a yummy Beach Juice, straight from the juicer. The Zen Garden is literally a breath of fresh air when placed against the paradise-as-a-parking-lot of PCB. Overall a wonderful experience. Very highly recommended.

This is one of the most memorable restaurants that I've been to. Beautiful and calming surroundings. Surprisingly, for outdoor seating, there were no flies or mosquitos (probably smart wildlife and vegetation planning). Friendly waiter. Granddaughter loved looking at the wildlife and enjoyed her pb&j sandwich, while we enjoyed the food and drinks. There are not many vegan restaurants in the area, so this was a very special treat. The seed cheese was phenomenal.

I'm a very spiritual person, and I absolutely love the way this place makes me feel. There are so many beautiful things to look at. I really adore this place. It holds a special place in my heart. Oh, and it doesn't hurt that the food is absolutely delicious. My photos are from 4 years ago, but we just went to one of their carnivals, and it was so much more beautiful 😍 definitely worth the stop!!!!

Lotus cafe is a great chill spot to pick up some healthy food. They vegetarian and vegan options available and quaint gardens to eat in. My daughter especially loves feeding the turtles in the koi pond.

The Lotus Cafe and juice bar @Zen Garden was a fantastic find! We were looking for fresh healthy options on our vacation week and found this place. We had the juice, a smoothie, and the veggie burger with potato salad and the black beans and rice.....so delicious! We ended up there 3 times during our week stay in panama city. Also, the little gardens are simply adorable! They also have a nice little shop with cute and unique trinkets, jewelry, and many other things. Highly recommend to stop in! Even if just for a juice. I liked the v12 juice the best!

This is the best place to share in family , very nice , beautiful garden , exquisite organic food , juice , and good place for relax

This is the first time I’m writing a review a week after my visit because the treatment I received at the restaurant was so offensive and hurtful that I needed time to recover and process it. My husband and I politely asked if they could clean the table we wanted to sit at, which was under a tree outside. The very young man working there approached the table with a very unpleasant attitude and cleaned it very carelessly, leaving half of it dirty, and then walked away. I went inside the restaurant to ask to speak with the manager, and he responded in an even more dismissive and hurtful manner. He was an older man with white hair who claimed to be the owner. After some inquiry, I found out that he lied and he is not the owner but only manages the restaurant. The manager spoke to me with terrible condescension and disrespect, claiming that when I ordered the food, I took a long time to decide and caused people to wait! In reality, it took me maybe three minutes to place the order because I am a regular customer and used to eat there at least once a week. I shared with the manager that his attitude was very offensive to me, especially since I am a regular customer and enjoy dining there. He did not apologize at all and made me feel unwelcome. He didn’t even try to stop me from leaving the restaurant, and this was before I even received my food. I am an American citizen but not originally from the United States, and I am quite sure that the main reason for this behavior was severe racism, unfortunately. This is the saddest review I have ever written because I loved this place. Despite the fact that the prices of the dishes are outrageously high compared to other restaurants, I kept coming back. I always spoke politely, even this time. But I just felt like they wanted me to leave and that I was not welcome there. I went home hungry and hurt. By chance, or maybe not by chance, I met a guy who used to work there last year and knew us well as regular customers. He shared with me that the older man is not the owner but just the manager, and he also shared that the reason he quit was because of this man. It saddens me that because of a manager with such poor human relations, I have to give up a regular dining spot that I enjoyed, and above all, for purely racist reasons.

This place was great! The staff were so nice and the outside area was beautiful! I got the sausage, egg, and cheese bagel and it was so good. I would definitely recommend and I look forward to going back!

careful, breakfast closes BEFORE 10am

The food, coffee and atmosphere were all fantastic. Tons of vegan options to choose from and friendly service.

This is the most adorable organic cafe along the panhandle. The food was amazing! We ordered the hummus appetizer and chicken quesadillas. The chipotle sauce was delicious, so order extra! I loved the little shop, which was filled with ethically made, beautiful and organic products! I can’t wait to go back when I have more time to browse! We also really appreciated that their to-go products were biodegradable and non toxic. Eating organic food from plastic just doesn’t seem right, so we appreciated their efforts here as well!

This place definitely gave me the same vibes as various coffee shops that I would visit in the Pacific Northwest. It's almost like a little tropical zen temple tucked away in the forest. The atmosphere is very cool. The staff for both the Cafe and the jewelry/gift shop were incredibly nice. I did not have food, but got a blended drink, which was fantastic. Before coming to visit PCB I researched vegan places to eat and this was the top of the list. If you're a vegan the menu is excellent. Highly recommend this place especially after a hard workout or cooling off after the beach.

Waited 45 minutes for coffee that was terrible, a family of 6 got their food and smoothies before we got our order after we ordered 10 minutes before them

It is one of my favorite places for a peaceful atmosphere and a good lunch.

great juice and smoothies! love this place with the hummus and pita bread! 🫓

Beautiful Zen, Boho kinda place to enjoy a sit down in PCB, Fla

Food was undeniably healthy and delicious. Im deducting one star due to the absence of hand soap in the bathroom.

What a BEAUTIFUL experience! I had the special of the day (chicken tzatziki wrap with potato salad) sooo good with great flavor! The atmosphere is so beautiful. I loved listening to the waterfall by the koi pond while enjoying my meal. The service was great! Would highly recommend:)

This place is awesome. Good vibes, great people, amazing atmosphere

Fabulous, healthy food. Patient, informed service staff in a unique tranquil nature retreat about five blocks from the beach. Will definitely visit again so we can try more of their menu options.

Great atmosphere and service but unfortunately the food was just not on par. I came with high expectations and left with no desire to ever return.

Such a wonderful place. Healthy food, great coffee, and the service was good. A great place to recharge on your lunch break or on vacation. I just happened to be on lunch and am thankful this is a local place. You are surrounded by peace in the midst of a bustling city. If you love healthy food, nature, and being outdoors, you will absolutely love this little gem. There is a little shop with natural teas and homemade items as well. LOVE IT!

OMG!!!!!! ITS THE BACK YARD I WANT BUT CANT BECAUSE I DONT LIVE ANY WHERE Wonderful place. Special minds going a mile minute and you need a minute to breathe. It's a great place

Atmosphere soooooo awesome!!! Something not find ANYWHERE else! Definitely a great choice for a stop on vacation which took to work on getting my spark back and “refill” my cup ! 🤩

I absolutely love this cafe. Their beach juice is the best and I love that they always have great specials not on the menu. My favorite is their salmon wrap.

Stopped in here and had the chicken/portobello sandwich and it was delicious. Met with Sid, Dylan and the owner Joey and they welcomed me like family. Very warm and inviting place and took the time after eating to hang out in the Zen garden and fed the turtles in the koi pond. Overall a very refreshing experience from atmosphere to the food and people running the show. I recommend this place to anyone coming to Panama and I’ll definitely be back when I’m in town again.

I love this place, but please, please teach employees how to make coffee! I ordered just hot latte, after waiting for a while I’ve got cold something, no foam at all, it was bad. I nicely asked to remake it, after all it was the same milk with some flavor of coffee and no foam, but very hot, I really expected more for 7$ + tips! It will take an hour to learn how to use coffee machine properly!

Beautiful place with awesome wait staff and great food!

My friend whom is a vegan had the curry bowl and portobello quesidila. She loved the quesidila. She said the curry bowl was good but needed a little more flavor. We both loved the potato salad. I had the chicken quesidila it was good. The atmosphere here is amazing. The service was okay in the beginning but nobody checked on us and we were there for an hour. During the whole time we were there. There was a huge black cat roaming. I was alright with that because it didn't bother us until we were getting ready to leave when it jumped on our table. Thankfully we were done with our food. Overall we would definitely come back.

Very chill and comfortable ambiance with very good food is a win win. I will definitely come back here when I'm in Panama City.

Perfect place.Take any of my friends there any time.The juices are the best

I wanted to like this place more so I'll start with the good stuff; the potatoe salad was yummy, the koi pond water feature was clean and it was nice to get a complimentary extra plate with our meal because we shared our veggie burger. But where it falls apart is in the glassware because they use old school big paper cups and the layout of the garden areas. It just feels like someone's disorganized back yard. And all the chairs look like they picked them up off the side of the road because after it fell off the back of a truck on the way to the dumpster. Gross. Definitely sit inside or under the awning by the water feature. I don't know, maybe I am picky.

This place is amazing. Love the food, atmosphere and service. A+++. Definitely going back. Thank you

It's a great place to get some vegan food and eat in tranquility

GREAT atmosphere, vibe, and FOOD!

Great healthy and fresh food, good service, beautiful environment. Very soothing to eat by the fish pond listening to the water

I could live here. Of all the fancy places you can eat on the gulf coast, this understated cafe was a big surprise for us. It doesn’t look like much from the road but the gift shop and outdoor areas that include a koi pond were the best vibe out there. The smoothies and quesadilla were delicious and you could tell they were made with fresh, quality ingredients. Service was great as well!

What a hidden gem. Such a cool place. Food was amazing... will definitely be back!

I couldn’t love this place more. This was my first visit to this cafe, but it definitely won’t be the last. The employee that I worked with was so kind and helpful, the gardens are stunning, and the food was delicious. I couldn’t get over the atmosphere. It is absolutely the place to go when you need to let your mind rest. There are paths that lead to koi ponds, benches, little gardens, etc, and places to sit and eat (or just enjoy) throughout the whole place. I can’t wait to come when it’s a bit warmer to see what other flowers will be in bloom. I had the ahi tuna tacos with mango salsa and I loved them. The Noli South dragonfruit and hops kombucha is one of the best I’ve ever tasted.

Its a beautiful,serene coffee shop in the midst of Panama city beach traffic chaos.This Cafe would make a beautful venue for family reunions and Weddings. While they are kinda overpriced they had some great coffee,sweetened with Tupelo honey,because they do not have anything artifical to sweeten it. They offer healthy food options like scrambled eggs,oatmeal with fruit and they do have vegan and gluten free options if that is a nutrition preference for you. The service was great,the owner is very friendly. They also have a onsite joga studio and a small store that sells homemade soaps and,tea and jewelry It is a busy area so be careful getting in and out that parking lot.

Always wanted to come here and today I finally found time. This place is amazing! Real zen, chill, beautiful. Service was good. Great spot to catch up with friend and just enjoy this place.

Wonderful gem in Panama City Beach! So nice to have so many vegan options at this spot. Its a fun area with multiple little "spots" you can eat at peacefully. I included a video from the table we were sitting at.

My first time coming here and I'm definitely coming back. So many healthy and filling options. I ordered the vegan breakfast bowl. High in protein, fiber, and iron with lots of veggies. From a nutrition stand point they have it all down. Super delicious food. The staff were very friendly. They have a little shop inside and outdoor seating to tie all the happy vibes together.

I loved this place. The food was delicious and the plants were awesome! I could have stayed all day just enjoying the space.

Great people, food, and relaxing atmosphere

Best of everything here very relaxing peaceful place to eat

What an awesome place to have lunch! It's a beautiful little spot with a garden and a cozy atmosphere to chill out. The food was great, the people were friendly, and the vibe was perfect.

Super cool lil place with awesome decor!!

From Louisiana,, was hesitant, very glad we went! Great food options. VERY Zen! Good vibes!😎 will definitely be back. Oh, & the entrance is in the back

I used to search for places like this back in the 90’s when I was young and traveling… the atmosphere is what “took me back”. The vibe wasn’t just the smell of curry in the air or the beautiful, natural landscaping but the feeling I left with. The feeling of something familiar and comforting for my soul. Knowing places like this still exist brings me so much joy and hope. I had the alkaline juice and it was perfectly balanced and my husband had a cortado that he said was delicious. So glad we found this sweet spot on our recent trip to PCB.

This is such an incredible space! We're lucky to have it here in PCB. As soon as you step foot into the garden, the vibe and energy of the space is so grounding and peaceful. Not to mention the seating outdoors! Highly recommended the Zen Burrito, it was delish!

I wish more people knew about Lutus Cafe. If you go once you will keep going. This place rocks make sure you try the fish tacos, the v12 fresh squeezed juice, and their Zen plater with seed cheese. Out of this world experience great food, great staff, great ambience. 🤙🏽by the way get their potato salad for the side when ordering fish tacos you will love it..

Love love love! Breakfast was great and it was such a vibe here. Can’t wait to visit again

Such a cute, almost magical little place!! There weren’t many smoothie options to choose from, but the two we tried were great! Everyone there seemed friendly & welcoming. I wear my gemstone ring from the shop almost daily! The atmosphere overall was just beautiful & calming, but there could be some landscape maintenance for sure. Overall, I’m glad we got to stop by and check it out on the way back home!

Great atmosphere, great staff, and great food (except the coleslaw).

One of the best places in PCB. If you love zen then this is the spot.

Super nice people and great place to sit and enjoy some good coffee. I got a iced latte with vanilla and agave and it was delicious.

Ambience was amazing, coffee was not upto the mark.

Dallas was awesome! Thank you to all the staff and crew for the amazing Bridal Shower we attended!!!

Their seed cheese is a must. The zen platter and vegan quesadilla was so delicious. The juices are re- energizing. The employees were so cheerful and nice! Absolutely wonderful environment. Definitely making a 2nd stop before heading back home.

Amazing spot to stop and have some great food in an amazing garden. They have tons of vegan options. The juices are amazing, food is very filling too. The seed cheese is a must have. The staff is extremely nice.

The whole atmosphere was so Zen, the food was amazing. Great authentic food with so much flavor.

Very cute place, loved the food too. Good vegan and vegetarian options 😊

Unique atmosphere with fresh and delicious food. A must visit place on our annual visit to the beach. We love the Lotus Cafe.

Lotus cafe is such a vibe to eat at with its zen garden and homey feel. Locally owned and delicious food made from simple ingredients. If you’re looking for healthy eating with vegan, gf and seed oil free options, look no further. The curry was amazing as well as the salmon tacos!

Healthy delicious options. Chill atmosphere with Zen vibes.

Wonderful atmosphere and great experience

Excellent food and service!!! No other words to describe!

This place is a whimsical dream! I have never even noticed it before unfortunately when driving by. The food and drinks are TOP TIER! I wish I had of realized there was a beautiful outside garden area before I sat down to eat. The staff here are super nice and accommodated my allergy. No allergic reactions happened (thank goodness because I left my Epi-pen at home 😅) If you have never been, I highly recommend this place!!!!