Buster's Beer & Bait

About this shop

uster's Beer & Bait is a premier, full-service bait and tackle destination located in the Lower Grand Lagoon area of Panama City Beach, Florida. Positioned perfectly for anglers heading out to the Gulf or lagoon waters, the shop features a dedicated live bait facility directly in the rear of the building. It specializes in high-demand, live options including live shrimp and bull-minnows, alongside an extensive selection of frozen bait such as squid, cigar minnows, and dedicated shark bait. In addition to vital angling supplies, this unique location doubles as a licensed package liquor store and casual beach bar with over 20 rotating craft beers on tap. This combination makes it a convenient, one-stop shop where fishermen can stock up on ice, premium spirits, cold beer, and fresh tackle simultaneously. Known for its welcoming, veteran-owned atmosphere and helpful local knowledge, it serves as an essential staging point for both amateur and professional local anglers.