Goa Restaurants
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1. Fernando's Nostalgia
$$$ | |In the tranquil, slow-paced old village of Raia is one of the best restaurants in the state, set in the late chef Fernando's country house. Now run by his wife, the restaurant serves classic Goan and Portugese-Goan dishes, and there's live music Thursday through Sunday.
608 Uzro, Raia, Goa, 403720, India832-277–7098Known For
- Fofos (shallow-fried fish and mashed potatoes, rolled in breadcrumbs and egg)
- Goan-style spinach soup
- Prawn almondegas (meatballs)
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2. Mum's Kitchen
$$$ | |Smack-dab in the middle of Panjim, this Goan institution is indisputably the best place in town for home-style Goan food---and as most of the regulars are locals, the kitchen doesn't hold back on the spice. The menu is vast and enticing, so either visit as part of a large group, or when absolutely ravenous (but yet able to wait for a table; the service is brisk so the wait shouldn't be too long).
854 Martins Bldg., D.B. St., Panaji, Goa, 403001, India98221–75559Known For
- Semolina-fried Bombay duck
- Spicy prawn recheado
- Sausage curry, served with fresh poi (a Goan bread that's similar to a ciabatta)
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3. Thalassa
$$$ | |Rugged Vagator Beach is the seductive backdrop for Mariketty Grana's popular whitewashed Greek restaurant, which is on top of a low cliff overlooking the rocky shores of Little Vagator. Thalassa's vibrant chef re-creates authentic food from her native Corfu, often served against a backdrop of live music and beautiful sunset views. Thalassa also has fairly reasonably priced rooms on offer---book them well in advance.
Vagator Beach, Goa, 403509, India98-5003–3537Known For
- Kleftiko (slow-cooked lamb)
- Hot feta cheese
- Moussaka
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4. AZ.U.R
$$$$ | |The Goa Marriott's café and lounge, pronounced "As You Are," may be worth a visit for the bay views alone—fortunately, the quality of its limited yet choice menu won't disappoint, either. After dark, the coffee shop morphs into a relaxed evening lounge bar.
Miramar Beach Rd., Panaji, Goa, 403001, India832-246–3333Known For
- Calamari fritters
- Tea- and coffee-based beverages
- Western-style sandwiches (think BLTs and croques monsieur)
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5. Baba Au Rhum
$$ | |This charming little French pizzeria and bakery, in a sleepy residential lane off the busy Anjuna road, is open all day and well into the evening, but it's best for breakfast. The ambience here is laid-back, the views are noteworthy, and there are regular live music performances. It's closed all monsoon season, but usually reopens its doors in October.
Arpora, Goa, 403516, India98220–78759Known For
- French breakfast pastries
- Pizzas
- Tarts and cakes
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6. Fellini
$$ | |Firmly established as the definitive destination for pizza (and giant calzones) in North Goa, Fellini is tucked away in the busy lanes of Arambol; it takes some finding, but it's worth the hunt. The interior is no-nonsense, with shack-style tables and seating.
Socoillo Vaddo, Arambol Pernem, Goa, 403524, India0091-98814--61224Known For
- Salami pizza
- Spinach and mushroom pizzas
- Good wine options
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7. Lila Café
$$$ | |Cross the river, and you arrive at picturesquely situated Lila Café, by the banks of the Baga River. The daytime eatery is the perfect antidote to any late-night revelry and is popular among locals and tourists alike for its continental cuisine and freshly baked breads.
Calangute-Arpora-Siolim Rd., Anjuna, Goa, 403528, India832-227–9843Known For
- Fresh croissants
- Breezy open-air seating
- Delicious home-cooked breakfasts
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8. Martin's Corner
$$$ | |For more than two decades, this celebrated family-run restaurant has been serving meticulously prepared Goan specialties to residents and visitors in the Majorda area. What started as a humble diner with just a few tables and chairs is now among the most popular places to eat in town, featuring indoor and outdoor seating, regular live music, and great views of surrounding fields.
Majorda, Goa, 403713, India832-288–0061Known For
- Pulao with spicy Goan chouriço sausages
- Masala fried king crab
- Good selection of drinks
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9. Republic of Noodles
$$$$ | |Slightly more expensive than is the norm in Goa, this Pan-Asian chain eatery inside the Lemon Tree Amarante Beach Resort features lovely interiors dominated by dark bamboo and sandstone with Indonesian accents. Diners can choose to sit at teppanyaki counters (with a built-in hot plate where the chef cooks and serves the food straight onto your plate) or at regular tables.
Calangute, Goa, 403516, India832-398–8188Known For
- Fresh watermelon margaritas
- Seafood laksa (spicey noodle soup)
- Asian barbecue
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10. Ritz Classic
$$$ | |If you can find it, you'll likely be the only foreigner at this family favorite serving traditional (and spicy) Goan specialties. Hidden away on the second floor of an anonymous block on the commercial 18th June Road, the restaurant is certainly worth looking for, attested to by the lines going out the door, especially at lunch. Service is quick and sometimes rushed amid the din.
18th June Rd., Panaji, Goa, 403001, India832-242–6417Known For
- Chicken xacuti (coconut and tamarind curry)
- Grilled kingfish
- Spice-infused pomfret recheiado
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11. Sher-e-Punjab
$$$ | |Popular with locals and foreigners alike, this casual spot serves butter-laden dishes inspired by the cuisine of North India's Punjab region. It's situated within the Hotel Aroma, and is a great place to take an air-conditioned break from the intense shopping of 18th June Road.
18th June Rd., Panaji, Goa, 403001, India832-222–7204Known For
- Mutton dry fry
- Peshawari chicken
- Tandoori-baked meats
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12. Souza Lobo
$$$ | |Established in 1932, and now managed by the third generation of the Lobo family, this large, airy, no-frills restaurant on hectic Calangute Beach catches the exuberant sea breeze. The seafood is excellent, with a good selection of Goan and Western dishes, so it's no surprise that this place is almost always busy.
Calangute Beach, Goa, 403516, India832-227–6463Known For
- Kingfish steak peri-peri
- Goan masala fried prawns
- Nightly live music
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13. St. Anthony's
$$$ | |This seasonal seaside restaurant, a bit above Baga's many beach shacks, serves an astonishing variety of dishes in a casual setting that draws big crowds due to its location at the mouth of the river. It hosts very popular karaoke nights; if you're keen to watch or participate, it's worth calling ahead to see when they're on.
Baga Beach, Maharashtra, 403516, India832-645–2396Known For
- Tuna steaks and pomfret
- Excellent riverfront location
- Karaoke nights
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14. Verandah Restaurant
$$$ | Fontainhas |Located up a flight of stairs at the historic Panjim Inn, with indoor and outdoor seating, Verandah has an atmospheric location for those seeking a casual spot to sample tasty, fairly priced Goan cuisine or continental food. Check the daily specials, particularly for seasonal seafood items.
E--212 31st January Rd., Panaji, Goa, 403001, India832-222–1122Known For
- Goan prawn curry served with rice
- Pork sorpotel
- Portuguese serradura (a whipped cream and biscuit dessert)
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15. Viva Panjim
$$ | Fontainhas |A walk down a narrow alley in the Fontainhas district brings you to one of the city's best-value restaurants, where reliable Goan classics, conviviality, and bargain prices are the rule. Featuring the award-winning cuisine of chef Linda De Souza, this cheery hideaway is crowded with locals and tourists---indoor seating can get cramped, but tables are also available outside.
H. No. 178 31st January Rd., Panaji, Goa, 403001, India832-242–2405Known For
- Chicken cafreal (marinated and cooked with fresh cilantro)
- Prawn curry
- Kingfish vindaloo
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Rate Includes: No lunch, Credit cards accepted
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