Firefly

Firefly is the go-to special-occasion dinner in Panama City Beach. Owners Dave and Stacy Trepanier opened it in 2007, and the dining room is built around a large faux oak tree strung with “firefly” lights. The Obama family ate here during a 2010 visit.

On the menu

• She-crab soup
• Pepper-crusted stuffed filet and espresso-braised boar shank
• Fresh Gulf fish and sushi, including the Devil’s Advocate roll
• Flourless chocolate torte

Before or after dinner, the 535 Library Lounge pours cocktails.

Good to know

• Hours: dinner Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday 5 to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday 5 to 9:30 p.m. Closed Mondays.
• Reservations: recommended, especially on weekends.
• Awards: a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence from 2008 to 2019 and a Florida Trend Golden Spoon.
• Next door: Dee’s Hangout for something more casual.