Most residents who choose Clayton as their home do so because they feel it affords them a great quality of life in an interesting and visually beautiful part of the city, that is often close to work and school. Beyond that, though, Clayton provides much more. For those who enjoy being outdoors, Clayton offers plenty of open space to enjoy activities such as biking and jogging.

While Clayton is nowhere near as densely packed with residences and businesses as many other areas of Panama, there are still dozens of restaurants for residents to enjoy. Many of the dining options in Clayton are congregated in two main areas.

The first is at La Plaza, which is located within the City of Knowledge. La Plaza is an open-air shopping center where Clayton residents often run errands or spend an afternoon visiting with friends. There are a dozen or so restaurants offering everything from burgers to French cafe fare, to Chinese food. There is even a playground for children to use while their parents eat.

Another area with plenty of restaurants is along Calle al Hospital just outside of the City of Knowledge. Here you’ll find a string of dining options from casual cafes and brewpubs to sushi or Thai food. So while the Clayton dining scene only offers a small slice of the restaurants available in Panama City as a whole, it’s a diverse slice that keeps residents happy.

The same can be said about the options for shopping in Clayton. For groceries, there are a handful of smaller shops where you can take care of most of your household needs. Within the City of Knowledge, Deli Market and Cafe and the Royal Gourmet Shop both offer residents with a limited selection of grocery staples. These stores mostly feature packaged food, beverages, and basic household products, and have a limited assortment of fresh foods as well.

Outside of the City of Knowledge, there are a handful of other smaller-scale supermarkets, but for a large grocery store, you’ll need to venture a bit further.