Welcome to Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resort Panama City Beach, where every occasion becomes an unforgettable experience. Whether you're hosting a corporate retreat at the beach, a destination wedding, a family reunion or booking group accommodations for travel sports, our resort offers a breathtaking coastal backdrop, versatile event venues and the laid-back island vibe that only Margaritaville can deliver. Enjoy beachfront accommodations, group travel rates and event planning services designed to make your stay in Panama City Beach as seamless as it is memorable.
Conference Space Coming in Summer 2025.
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A Salty Piece of Land
Homemade Cumin & Paprika Spiced Kettle Chips Warm Pretzels with Cheese Sauce Pick, Shake, and Eat your Own Freshly Made Popped Popcorn: Movie Style Butter, Ranch, and Truffle Assorted Sodas and Bottled Waters Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas Assorted Specialty Teas
Fruitcakes
Fresh Whole Fruit with Red and Green Apples, Pears, Bananas, Oranges, and Grapes Sliced Seasonal Melon and Seasonal Mixed Berries Assortment of Individual Low-Fat and Greek Yogurts Banana and Zucchini Bread Florida Orange, Florida Grapefruit, Apple, Cranberry, and Tomato Juice Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas
Window On the World
Hummus Display with Regular & Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Grilled Pita Wedges Olive Tapenade, Crostini, and Crackers Fresh Vegetable Crudité with Jalapeño Ranch Dressing Melted Brie Cheese Fondue and Breads for Dipping Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas Assorted Sodas and Bottled Water
Taste Of the Good Life
Freshly Baked Jumbo Cookies – Assortment of Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, Macadamia Nut, and Vanilla Sugar Double Fudge Nut Brownies & Butterscotch Blondies Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas Assorted Sodas and Bottled Water
Island Gear
M&M’s, Skittles, Tootsie Rolls, Chocolate Covered Coffee Beans, Yogurt Covered Pretzels Assorted Candy Bars Assorted Sodas and Bottled Water Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas
Perfect Mix
Prosciutto, Sopressata, Capicola, Salami, Swiss, Gruyere, Manchego, Cambozola Blue Cheese Whole Grain Mustard, Mixed Olives, Cornichons Rustic Baguette, Red Onion Jam Assorted Sodas and Bottled Waters Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas
Taste of Mexico
Warm Queso con Chile, Pico de Gallo, Salsa Verde, Homemade Guacamole, Tortilla Chips, Traditional Churros with Spiced Chocolate Sauce Assorted Sodas and Bottled Water Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas
Take Me to Tropicana Field
Crispy Chicken Tender Sliders Mini Beef Sliders, Bacon, Caramelized Onion, Secret Sauce Tortilla Chips, Queso Dip Deep Fried Mac N’ Cheese Balls Mini Corn Dogs, Ketchup, Mustard Lemonade Assorted Sodas and Bottled Waters Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas
Havana Daydreamin
Mariquitas (Plantain Chips) Yucca Fries, Garlic Aioli Media Noche – Miniature Cuban Sandwich Pastelitos de Guayaba (Guava & Cheese Pastries) Chilled Coconut Waters & Passion Fruit Juices Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas
Caribbean Escape
Jerk Chicken Empanadas Jamaican Patties Rum Cake Bites Tropical Fruit Salad (Mango, Pineapple, Papaya) Passion Fruit Lemonade Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas Classic Guacamole Diced Pickled Jalapeños, Cotija Cheese, Lime, Tajin, Diced Mango, Cilantro Tortilla Chips Churros Cinnamon Crumble Seasonal Agua Fresca, Assorted Jarritos Soda Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas
Breaks are priced based on 30 minutes of service, minimum of 20 guests.
Beverage
By the Gallon
• Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas • Choice of Florida Orange, Florida Grapefruit, Apple, or Cranberry • Freshly Brewed Iced Tea-(Unsweetened or Sweet) served with Agave Nectar and lemon slices • Agua Fresca-Choice of Watermelon with Lime, Pineapple with Ginger, Cucumber with Mint, Grapefruit Basil, or Cucumber Lemon Celery • Fresh Homemade Lemonade-Infused with your Choice of Watermelon, Strawberries, Ginger, or Raspberries • Infused Water-Choice of Lemon, Lime, Strawberries, Oranges, or Cucumber
Tortilla Chips, Pico De Gallo, Salsa Verde, Queso, and Guacamole
Artisanal Cheese Board
Presentation of Imported and Domestic Cheeses, Fresh Fruit and Preserves, Assortment of Gourmet Crackers and Crostini’s
Antipasto Table
Assortment of Italian Meats and Cheeses including Prosciutto, Sopressata, Pepperoni, Capicola, Provolone, Fontina and Fresh Mozzarella with Sundried Tomato Pesto. Additionally, Pepperoncini, Italian Black and Green Olives, Roasted Peppers, Marinated Mushrooms, and Roasted Artichoke Hearts
Fresh Iced Seafood
Served with Cocktail, Horseradish Cream, Mignonette, Mini Tabasco, Lemons, and Crackers. Per 100 Pieces • Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Peeled • Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Peel n’ Eat • Oysters On the Half Shell
Baked Brie En Croute
Puff Pastry Wrapped Double Cream Brie Baked Golden Brown. Served with fresh fruit, Fig Preserves, and Toasted Baguette Bread
Reception Stations are displayed for a maximum of two hours to ensure health and safety standards. Prices are based on two hours of service and a minimum of 25 guests is required. The chef recommends that selections be used in conjunction with other reception foods, not as stand-alone items.
Passed Hors d'Oeuvre
Cold
• Tropical Fruit Kabobs with Tajin (V) • Individual Vegetable Crudites with Red Pepper Hummus (V) • Caprese Brochettes with Fresh Basil and Balsamic Reduction (V) • Tuna Tartar on Crispy wonton with Avocado, Ginger, Soy Glaze. • Mint-Infused Watermelon Cubes with Feta Cheese (V) • Tomato Basil Bruschetta on a Charred Baguette (V) • Bloody Mary Deviled Eggs or Pimento Cheese Deviled Eggs • Curried Chicken Salad in Cucumber “Bouchées” • Smoked Tenderloin of Beef on Truffle Buttered Brioche, Horseradish Cream • Seasonal Sweet Melon and Prosciutto with Balsamic Syrup • Southern Style Ceviche: Snapper cured with Lime, Jalapeño, Fresh Herbs, Old Bay, Crispy Okra • Grilled Vegetable Kebobs w/Avocado Green Goddess
Hot
• Grilled Cheese w/Tomato Basil Soup (V) • Shrimp & Smoked Gouda Grits with Scallions • Chicken Tostadas w/ Refried Beans, Pickled Onion, Guacamole • BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders w/Cheddar Cheese and Wickle Pickle • Mini Margaritaville Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce • Fried Plantain Croquette w/spiced shrimp, crab, and smokey aioli • Spinach and Feta Stuffed Crimini Mushroom with Balsamic Glaze (V) (Can Be Served Hot or Cold.) • Grilled Shrimp and Chorizo Skewers w/tangy cilantro lime sauce. • Bahamian Conch Fritter w/Lemon Aioli • Bacon Wrapped Scallops w/Sesame Honey Glaze • Miniature Chicken or Beef Wellington w/Salsa Verde • Fried Mac and Cheese Bites with Spiced Marinara Sauce (V) • Spinach and Feta Cheese in Phyllo (V) • Short Rib and Manchego Empanada with Red Wine Reduction • Coconut Shrimp with Mango Chili Sauce
(V = Vegetarian) Minimum of 25 pieces per item. Selections may be butler passed or presented on stations.
Deli Buffet Luncheons
Nothin but a Breeze
Soup Du Jour Herbed Red Bliss Potato Salad Southern Style Coleslaw Fruit Salad with Yogurt Make Your Own Sandwich Thinly Sliced Roast Beef, Black Forest Ham, Slow Roasted Turkey, Genoa Salami Mayonnaise, Whole Grain Mustard, Roasted Tomato Aioli, Horseradish Cream Swiss, Provolone, Aged Cheddar, Havarti, Pimento White, Wheat, Multi-Grain, Challah Rolls Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onions, Caramelized Onions, Pickles Homemade Kettle Chips Double Fudge Nut Brownies & Blondies
Halfway Here, Halfway Gone
Soup Du Jour Organic Mixed Baby Greens, Grape Tomatoes, Feta Cheese, Candied Walnuts, Dried Cherries, Mixed Berry White Balsamic Vinaigrette Pasta Salad, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
Homemade Kettle Chips Select Two Desserts Chocolate Chip Cookies Double Chocolate Brownies Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Peanut Butter Cookies Lemon Bar
Includes Iced Tea with Lemon, Freshly Brewed Coffee, and Assorted Specialty Teas. Buffet Menu Items are displayed for a maximum of two hours to ensure health & safety standards. Minimum of 25 guests.
Box Lunches
Bait and Tackle
Sandwich Or Wrap Options. Choose Up to Three Options:
Balsamic Vinaigrette, Creamy Lime Ranch, Oil & Vinegar, and Lime Caesar Dressing
Mini Guava Cheesecake, Mini Key lime Pie, Chocolate Cake Bites
No Shoes, No shirt, No Problem
Southern Soul Chili Soup Cheddar Cheese, Diced Onion, Scallions Chopped Iceberg Salad Applewood Smoked Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions, Bleu Cheese and Creamy Lime Ranch Dressing Herbed Bliss Potato Salad Southern Style Coleslaw Barbeque Pulled Pork Southern Country Fried Chicken Texas Style Smoked Brisket Corn on the Cob Traditional Macaroni-n-Cheese Jalapeño Cornbread Mini Apple Tarts, Red Velvet Shots, Mini Peach Cobbler
No Passport Required
Oven Roasted Tomato Bisque, Grilled Cheese Croutons Panzanella Salad Arugula, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Croutons, Feta Cheese and Red Wine Vinaigrette Margaritaville Caesar Salad Hearts of Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, and Lime Caesar Dressing Cavatappi Pasta Salad- Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Red Peppers, Pepperoncini's, Mozzarella, Herb Dressing Stuffed Chicken Breast- Artichokes, Sun Dry Tomato, Black Olives, Poultry Jus Seared Salmon-Shaved Fennel, herb lemon cream sauce Penne Pasta Primavera- Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Red and Green Peppers, Tomatoes, Onions, Fresh Herbs Oven Roasted Seasonal Vegetables Fresh Garlic Bread Homemade Tiramisu Raspberry and White Chocolate Panna Cottas Italian Mini Cannoli
Relax In Paradise
Roasted Sweet Corn And Crab Soup
Hearts of Palm Salad Arugula, Julienne of Onions, Peppers, Carrots, and Key Lime Dressing
Baby Mixed Greens Roasted Sunflower Seeds, Avocado, Tomatoes & Cucumbers, Red Onions, Hard Boiled Egg, Feta Cheese Crumbles, Paradise Island Dressing
Jerk Chicken Grilled Chicken Thighs and Legs, Jamaican Jerk Sauce
Mexican Street Corn - Elote Style Cotija Cheese, chili powder, mayonnaise, Lime
Caramel Flan Tres Leches Parfaits Mini Churros with Spiced Chocolate
Includes Iced Tea with Lemon, Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas Buffet Menu Items are displayed for a maximum of two hours to ensure health & safety standards. Minimum of 25 guests.
Plated Luncheons
Salad Selections
Margaritaville Caesar Salad Hearts of Romaine, Grape Tomatoes, Crispy Onions, Sourdough Crostini, Shaved Romano, Lime Caesar Dressing
Organic Gem Greens Belgian Endive, Cherry Tomatoes, Shaved Fennel, Red Radish, Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette
Iceberg Wedge Salad Applewood Smoked Bacon, Grape Tomatoes, Red Onion, Blue Cheese, Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Baby Kale and Mango Salad Red Onion, Garbanzo Beans, Cucumber ribbons, Feta Cheese, Cherry Tomato Tomatoes, Mango-Sesame Vinaigrette
Quinoa Salad (V)- Fennel, Red Seedless Grapes, Grape Tomatoes, Asparagus, Cilantro, Lime Zest, Roasted Almonds, Margaritaville Lemon Herb Vinaigrette
Flank Steak Salad - Marinaded and Grilled, Crisp Romaine, Bell Pepper, Cherry Tomatoes, Pickled Carrots, Charred Poblanos, Lime and Agave Vinaigrette
Dessert Selections
NY Cheesecake, Guava Coulis Key Lime Pie, Meringue Raspberry and Coconut Panna Cotta (GF) Caribbean Rum Cake with Raspberry Sauce and Chantilly Cream Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee with Drunken Berries (GF) Flourless Chocolate Torte with Chantilly Cream and Strawberry Sauce (GF)
Each Luncheon Consists of Three Courses. Choose One Soup or Salad and One Dessert to accompany your entrée (Same for all Guests.) Fresh Rolls and Butter, Iced Tea with Lemon, Freshly Brewed Coffee and Assorted Specialty Teas.
Plated Breakfast
Entrée- Choice of One
• Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy • Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar Cheese and Pico • Orange-Almond French Toast w/Maple syrup • Buttermilk Pancakes w/Maple Syrup and Whipped Honey Butter • Classic Quiche: Lorraine with Spinach, Mushroom, and Goat Cheese OR Tomato Basil • Benedict: Crispy Ham, Poached Egg, and Hollandaise Sauce on Toasted English Muffins • Mixed Grill: Marinated and Grilled Skirt Streak, Scrambled Eggs w/Aged Cheddar and Roasted Tomatoes
Sides - Choice of One
• Traditional Breakfast Potatoes with Sauteed Bell Peppers and Sweet onions • Stone Ground Grits with Cheddar Cheese • Rosemay Roasted Red Skinned Potatoes • GBD (Golden, Brown, and Delicious) Hash Brown Potatoes • Sweet Potato Hash
Accompaniments- Choice of One
• Applewood Smoked Bacon (substitute Turkey Bacon) • Home Style Sausage Patties • Southern Link Sausage (substitute Chicken Apple Sausage) • Canadian Bacon • Grilled Smoked Ham
All plated breakfasts are served with fresh orange juice, bakery specialties, fresh brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee, and a selection of gourmet herbal hot teas. Per person prices are based on 60 minutes of service, minimum of 15 guests.
Continental Breakfasts
Island Sunrise Spread
• Sliced Seasonal Fruits and Berries • Assortment of Pastries, Danishes, and Muffins • Toasted Breads with Butter, Assorted Jams, and Preserves
Southern Sunshine Breakfast
• Sliced Seasonal Fruits and Berries • Assortment of Pastries, Danishes, and Muffins. • Selection of Individual Yogurts with House-Made Granola • Multi-grain, White, and Sourdough Toast with Butter, Assorted Jams, and Preserves. • Breakfast Sandwich served on English Muffin or Buttermilk Biscuit: (Select One) • Bacon, Egg, and Cheese • Sausage, Egg, and Cheese • Country Ham, Egg, and Cheese • Fried Chicken, Cheese, and Jalapeño Jelly
All continental breakfasts are served with freshly squeezed juices, brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee, and a selection of assorted teas. Minimum of 10 guests. Gluten Free Options are Available. Pricing is based on 60 minutes of service.
Breakfast
Southern Comfort Buffet
• Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Berries • Fresh Baked Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing • Soft Scrambled Eggs with Fresh Chives • Homestyle Breakfast Potatoes with Sautéed Peppers and Onions • Crispy Waffles with Butter and Warm Maple Syrup • Smoked Applewood Bacon (substitute Turkey Bacon for $2 per guest) • Sausage Links (substitute Chicken Apple Sausage for $2 per guest)
Coastal Morning Bliss
• Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Berries • Selection of Individual Yogurts with House-Made Granola • Soft Scrambled Eggs with Fresh Chives • Homestyle Breakfast Potatoes with Sautéed Peppers and Onions • Crispy Waffles with Butter and Warm Maple Syrup • Smoked Applewood Bacon (substitute Turkey Bacon for $2 per guest) • Sausage Links (substitute Chicken Apple Sausage for $2 per guest) • Traditional Oatmeal bar with Brown Sugar, Golden Raisins, and Toasted Almond Pieces.
All breakfast buffets and brunch menus are served with a selection of freshly squeezed juices, brewed regular and decaffeinated coffee, and a selection of assorted teas. Based on 60 minutes of service for breakfast and 90 minutes for brunch. A minimum of 15 guests are required for breakfast and a minimum of 25 guests for brunch.
Brunch Buffets
Fins Up Fiesta Brunch
• Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Berries • Mixed Greens Salad with Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, and Spiralized Carrots, Served with Buttermilk Ranch and Balsamic Vinaigrette. • Soft Scrambled Eggs with Fresh Chives • Homestyle Breakfast Potatoes with Sautéed Peppers and Onions • Smoked Applewood Bacon (substitute Turkey Bacon) • Sausage Links (substitute Chicken Apple Sausage) • Jerk Chicken w/Roasted Pineapple Salsa • Coconut Scented Rice • Seasonal Vegetables
Lost Shaker of Salt Brunch
• Assorted Danishes, Muffins, and Pastries. Sweet Butter, Jellies and Preserves. • Yogurt Parfait, Home-made Granola • Chilaquiles Bar: Scramble Eggs, Corn Tortilla Chips, Beef Barbacoa, Chicken Tinga, Shrimp Mojo, Queso Fresco, Avocado, Sour Cream, Scallions, Cilantro, Salsa Roja, Salsa Verde • Cheeseburger in Paradise: Grilled Beef Sliders (Impossible Sliders, vegetarian, available upon request) American Cheese, Shaved Lettuce, Sliced Tomato, Onion Rings, Bacon, Pickled Onion, Jalapeños - Served with Traditional Condiments including BBQ Sauce, Chipotle Mayo, Paradise Island Sauce on Mini Brioche Rolls. • Belgian Waffle Station w/chef attendant: Fried Chicken Thigh, Candied Peppered Bacon White and Dark Chocolate Chips, Berries, Banana, Whipped Cream, Caramel, Chocolate Sauce, Maple Syrup • Carving station w/chef attendant: Pork Belly Al Pastor, Charred Pineapple Salsa, Salsa Verde, Corn tortilla • Tres Leche Parfaits • Mini Cinnamon Churros
Beverage Packages and Enhancements
Beverage Packages
• Unlimited Sparkling Wine, Poinsettias, Mimosas, and Bellinis • Variety of Bloody Mary Drinks with Specialty Garnishes
Enhancements
• Assorted Cold Cereals with Chilled 2% milk and Whole Milk.
• Traditional Oatmeal bar with Brown Sugar, Golden Raisins, and Toasted Almond Pieces.
• Homemade Chef Inspired Quiches, choice of one. • Classic Quiche Lorraine with Bacon, Swiss, and Fresh Chives • Spinach and Mushroom with Goat Cheese • Tomato, Basil, and Fresh Mozzarella
• Chef Crafted Omelet Action Station: Whole Shelled Eggs Cooked to Order with Selection of Meats, Cheeses, and Vegetables. (Egg Substitutes Available Upon Advanced Request) • Chef Attendant
• Smoked Salmon Display with Mini Bagels, Cream Cheese, Capers, Pickled Red Onion, and Hard-Boiled Egg.
• Carved Beef Tenderloin with Chimichurri, Red Wine Au Jus, Horseradish Cream Sauce, and Dinner Rolls. • Chef Attendant
By the Dozen • Fresh Baked Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing. • Breakfast Sandwiches served on English Muffin or Buttermilk Biscuit. • Bacon, Egg, and Cheese • Sausage, Egg, and Cheese • Country Ham, Egg, and Cheese • Fried Chicken, Cheese, and Jalapeño Jelly.
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