Best Restaurants in Goa
Insider guide to the best restaurants in Goa
From shoreline shacks and old-school favourites to riverside restaurants and candle-lit fine dining—there’s no lack of restaurants in Goa to put down your sun hat and indulge in a hearty meal. Food in Goa, much like the land itself, is a vast treasure trove of culinary delicacies. Famous for its seafood, the beach town has numerous restaurants offering everything from experimental fusion to classic, home-style Indian fare. Other than its famous seafood offerings, Goa is just the place to gorge over Konkani, Portuguese and more global fare as well. Fast emerging as a wellness destination, it has recently seen a mushrooming of food joints serving organic, vegan and gluten-free food too. Plenty of choices for the foodies to rejoice, right?
1. Thallasa, Vagator
Perched on a hilltop, overlooking the magnificent Arabian Sea and picturesque small Vagator beach lies Thalassa. Not just a Greek taverna in Goa, but a place where the warmth and sheer happiness of Greek hospitality amalgamates instinctively with the laid back, free and tranquil atmosphere and vibe of Goa. The design and ambience of Thalassa transports you back to Greece instantly with its white decor, terrazzo flooring, rustic wooden shelters and cane furniture.
Must Try: Meat Platter, Mocktails, Vegetable Mousaka, Baklava, Chocolate Cake, Mushroom Saganaki, Chocolate Cheesecake
Location: Small Vagator, Vagator, Goa
Timings: Monday to Sunday – 9 am to 11 30 pm
Cuisine: Greek & Mediterranean
Average Meal For Two: Starts from INR 1,500 (tax excluded) without alcohol
Zomato Ratings: 4.4/5
2. Antares, Vagator
An architectual showpiece with awe-inspiring views of the Indian Ocean and the perfect spot for guests to watch the sunset in the afternoon and experience casual dining. Chef Sarah Todd has created a 250 seat Australian themed restaurant at the top to experience casual dining. The cuisine is quite simple really; fresh ingredients, exotic flavours, classic cooking techniques with an injection of flavour through a charcoal grill. The property also contains 13 luxury Cottages with stunning ocean views making their way down to the Beach Club where guests can relax or play on the beautiful beaches of Vagator. The complex includes a retail fashion outlet with Australian brands. Our goal is to create a little bit of Australia in this beach paradise.
Must Try: Bruschettas, Sangria, Calamari, Spaghetti, Risotto, Chocolate Mousse
Location: Small Vagator, Ozran, Vagator, Goa
Timings: Monday to Sunday – 12 noon to 12 midnight
Cuisine: Seafood
Average Meal For Two: Starts from INR 2,000 (tax excluded) without alcohol
Zomato Ratings: 4.3/5
3. The Seaside Pizza Bar, Vagator
Beautiful Sea-View luxury Chalets situated on dramatic red cliffs looking down on the shore of Ozran Beach, Small Vagator . Experience ambrosial, lip smacking food seasoned with Italian herbs and spices, directly from their Wood Fired Oven at "The Seaside Pizza Bar"
Must Try: Pizza, Pomodoro, Seafood Zucchini, Goa On Fire
Location: Small Vagator, Ozran, Vagator, Goa
Timings: Monday to Sunday – 11 am to 11 30 pm
Cuisine: Italian
Average Meal For Two: Starts from INR 1,000 (tax excluded) without alcohol
Zomato Ratings: 3.9/5
3. Brittos, Baga
Long-running Britto’s is an arena-sized Baga institution at the north end of the beachfront. It’s a good spot for breakfast, Sunday roast lunch and can get busy at dinner. The drinks list is longer than the food menu and young Indian tourists are fond of ordering the iced Kingfisher mini-kegs. Live music most nights in season.
Must Try: Tandoor Chicken, Jumbo Prawns, Sea Food Platter, Mocktails, Pork Sorpotel, Goan Prawn Curry
Location: Baga Beach, Saunta Vaddo, Calangute-Baga Rd, Bardez, Goa
Timings: Monday to Sunday – 8 30 am to 1 am
Cuisine: Seafood, Continental, North Indian & Chinese
Average Meal For Two: Starts from INR 1,400 (tax excluded) without alcohol
Zomato Ratings: 4.3/5
4. Martin's Corner, Betalbatim
The Paradise of authentic Goan Delicacy, offers a wide array of cuisines which are traditional and exotic. A lovely food castle built by Mrs. Carafina Pereira, the driving force behind this great food joint which was once a small cozy place with four tables is now a fully fledged restaurant & has become a favorite place for the food lovers. With a subtle ambience & mesmerizing beauty of the place Martins indulges you to the spirit of everlasting tastes & surprises. Catering to people from all across the globe for years, Martin’s has made a mark receiving the “Life Time Achievement Award” at the International cuisine conference held at hotel Fidalgo - Goa on Sep.2007 – Dedicated to Mrs. Carafina Pereira for her remarkable success in Hotel & Hospitality Business and Times Food Award in 2012.
Must Try: Sea Food, Prawn Masala Fry, Crabs, Lobsters, Dutch Truffle, Blueberry Cheesecake
Location: 69, Binwaddo, Betalbatim, Salcette, Goa
Timings: Monday to Sunday – 11 am to 3 30 pm || 6 30 pm to 11 30 pm
Cuisine: Goan, Seafood, Chinese, North Indian
Average Meal For Two: Starts from INR 1,600 (tax excluded) without alcohol
Zomato Ratings: 4.5/5
4. The Fisherman's Wharf
Set by the banks of the River Sal, bathing in the beauty of Cavelossim village, rests the pride of Goa, The pioneer establishment of The Fishermen's Wharf. This, is where it all began. With the pleasant and joyous Goan vibe and freshly sourced seafood, the atmosphere that surrounds the Wharf is like no other. The uniquely creative assortment of food includes combinations of authentic Goan classics, playfully coupled with Indian, and Global flavors in the mix. Creating the ultimate culinary experience, are refreshing beverages carefully picked to lift your spirits.
With a sweeping view of shimmery waters and modern Fusion Cuisine infused with Goan influences, The Fisherman’s Wharf Goa is the portrait of riverside indulgence. The Wharf has made its place in the heart of the Goan community, with the best offerings of authentic local cuisine in South Goa. Suit your mood with breezy and fresh outdoors or the electric and spirited indoors. The Wharf is an all round entertainment hub with a delectable choice in cuisine. Dig in, to the sound of tasteful music and sway to the rhythm, as the spirit of Goa embraces you.
Must Try: Sea Food, Lobster, Goan Prawn Curry, Paneer Tikka, Chocolate Mousse, Dal Tadka, Mocktails
Location: Before The Leela, Mobor, Cavelossim, Goa
Timings: Monday to Sunday – 12 noon to 12 midnight
Cuisine: Continental, Goan, Seafood, North Indian
Average Meal For Two: Starts from INR 1,100 (tax excluded) without alcohol
Zomato Ratings: 4.6/5
5. The Lazy Goose, Candolim
Dining by a peaceful river, while listening to live music and
hearing the soft crashing of the rivers ripples against the banks every time a
fisherman's boat passes by, and all this while, you’re sipping on a beautiful
glass of Chardonnay or biting into a plate of perfectly cooked baby
crabs. The Lazy Goose was the reality
to this day dream.
Must Try: Baked Baby Stuffed
Crabs, Classic Italian Pasta, Stuffed Cottage Cheese Steak, Chocolate
Fondast and Hazelnut Cheesecake
Location: Below Nerul Bridge,
Nerul-Candolim Road, Candolim, Goa
Timings: Monday to Sunday – 12
noon to 1 am
Cuisine: Sea Food, Goan & Continental
Average Meal For Two: Starts from INR
1,300 (tax excluded) with alcohol
Zomato Ratings: 4.1/5
6. The Black Sheep Bistro, Panaji
Proudly Goan owned and operated, The Black Sheep Bistro is one of the city's premier modern and social restaurants, delivering delicious cuisine, great wines and innovative cocktails in a fun and welcoming atmosphere for its guests. The BSB serves "globally inspired" cuisine made with high quality, locally sourced, seasonal produce. The lounge serves innovative, hand-crafted cocktails made from the freshest seasonal ingredients. It also features exclusive wines, spirits and beer lists hand-picked by the Managing Partner and Sommelier, Prahlad Sukhtankar.
So whether it's enjoying good food or just a social evening out with friends, The Black Sheep Bistro delivers a friendly yet high quality dining experience, all wrapped up in legendary Goan hospitality.
Must Try: Sangria, Stuffed Chicken Breast, Mocktails, Churros, Mushroom Stroganoff, Lasagne
Location: Swami Vivekanand Rd, Near ICICI Bank, Panaji, Goa
Timings: Monday to Sunday – 12 noon to 1 am
Cuisine: Sea Food, Continental, European & German
Average Meal For Two: Starts from INR 1,500 (tax excluded) with alcohol
Zomato Ratings: 4.8/5
7. Souza Lobo, Calangute
Atmosphere is such an important for sale adjunct to a great meal. Souza Lobo is a large, airy, well laid out restaurant, with an un-fussy rustic charm. Tables with red tablecloths and rattan woven benches, woven lacquered coconut matting below the Mangalore tiled roof. It has to be un-fussy because the beach around us provides unbeatable décor. Remember Calangute is the Queen of all beaches of Goa.
Add to that a delicious meal, attentive bearers, the sound of the waves breaking on the beach and the song of the wind. What you have is simply bliss. How can we not expect to see you again and again? We know what brings you here. This is what powers us on decade after decade, serving you the freshest, most delicious fare this side of Paradise.
It’s beautiful in the day time with the sunshine and the sand and the blue, blue sea. But at night when we put tables out on the beach under the star-spangled sky, it’s a whole new experience with live music so infectious that our guests dance the night away before and after their meal. Some dance to remember the good times, some dance to forget the present with all its worry and tension.
Must Try: Sea Food Platter, Goan Prawn Curry, Chicken Cafreal, Chilli Beef Fry, Chicken Vindaloo, Goan Fish Curry
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