The Mandovi River derived from a Persian word meaning ‘Custom House’, was changed from Gomati, by Adil Shah, the Sultan of Bijapur…so rich were the revenues it earned for its sovereign. History engulfs you in this very hotel named after the majestic river, in which Adil Shah…
What is the Goan recipe for happiness? Good food and a susegad lifestyle. The most important aspect in every local Goan’s mind is what is cooking in their curry pot. And invariably it is fish. Susegad is the Goan laid-back approach to life…families found partaking in a meal…
Smoke those senses to the grills! Route 66, a road in America for all the highway riders and drivers to stop by for a diner has now found a route to inspire itself to Goa. The muse of its existence is one little dream in a man named, Xavs Norr, to ride that road Route 66 in the…
This is one of the most popular takeaway outlets in Calangute. Their success can be attributed to their consistent quality and affordable prices. They offer a wide range of items ranging from run-of-the-mill Chicken Biryani, Chicken Tikka, Tandoori Chicken Leg, to…
Salt ‘n’ Pepper tries to cater to a whole lot of visitors and even manages to some extent. Earlier a vegetarian restaurant, this multi-cuisine eatery in Panjim has now gone into the regular non-vegetarian mode. This menu is a surprise mix of the best of Indian, Chinese, Thai…
Sartaj is a popular place in Panaji for its Muslim-style food. So, if you’re looking for some affordable Mughlai cuisine, then try this small eatery next to Don Bosco’s, on the road to St. Inez. The Chicken and Mutton Biryani here is quite decent and is made in a reasonably…
Looking for a pure vegetarian meal in the heart of Panaji at affordable prices? Check out the friendly and conveniently located Satkar restaurant. They have a long multi-cuisine menu, with the South Indian dishes being the specialities. Try the innovative Chilli Idli Fry for a…
Mausam, Khana, Nadi ka kinara, Chanchal Hawa, says the tagline of this riverfront restaurant. While the mausam is ideal, it’s on a nadi ke kinara and hawa is definitely chanchal here. The khana appeals to the locals with the menu an exhaustive list of Goan, Indian and Chinese…
This twin-level eatery is a good stop for North Indian and Mughlai food in Goa. Their Mutton Biryani and Chicken Tikka Biryani are extremely well done. The Fish Vindaloo, Butter Chicken, Mutton Masala and Fish Tandoori are also good and worth trying. Other offerings include…
This sprawling eatery spread over three sections: air-conditioned and alfresco is popular with tourists and remains always packed. Sher-e-Punjab conjures up images of robust Punjabi food and this one in the heart of Panaji on the busy 18th June Road is no exception. It’s a good…
Sher-E-Punjab Classic is an up market restaurant located in the heart of Panjim city. This spacious restaurant is noted for its delicious Punjabi cuisine. My favorites would be their Mutton Sukha, Kaju Kismis Korma and their Lahori Kabab. Their Biryani is as authentic as it can…
This is an unpretentious, no-nonsense eatery which serves a simple but homely and delicious Fish Thali. The Fish Thali includes a fish curry, fried fish like sardine or kane, a river fish, a vegetable and pickle. You can either sit out by River Mandovi under the coconut trees…
Although part of the sandwich chain, this is a Subway outlet with a difference. And why not? They are the only place in Goa to offer a Turkey Sandwich. There’s also the tuna sandwich, which is a good bet for fish lovers. Those with a big appetite can opt for the Subway club…
Drawing inspiration from the lotus & cherry blossom, contrasted with mud-finished tiles and some intriguing artifacts on the walls, Tamari does Chinese, Thai & Japanese cuisine (Sushi) in fine style. A Teppanyaki counter makes for an interactive dining experience while two…
At a quiet and airy spot on Dhempe College Road is Temptations; a multi-cuisine family restaurant. This is an excellent chill-out place for all ages, where the food is good and rates most reasonable when compared to other similar eateries. Promising a culinary experience to…
Real Thai at your table! An undeceiving, true taste of Thai is what makes up the ‘Thai N Wok’ restaurant. If you want to experience what real Thai is about, then this is just the place you need to be at. One place that scores in all elements, be it the ambience, the service and…
Infinite…boundless, endless, innumerable are the adjectives that come to one mind when seafood at the Bay View Lounge. First the view…it offers guests a stunning view towards the bay over an infinity mirror pond. And the amazing water feature…the one located in a central point…
Weak global cues create off-colour hues. But what if one found a place with strong global cues? A wood-paneled restaurant called The Courtyard, run by young entrepreneur Mayur Dhond is one such place. The global cues are strong where food is concerned a crispy Papad Roll in a…
Its got one of the most spectacular view of the Mandovi River. Perched high up on the hillock and seated out in the garden next to the poolside, the Handing Gardens at the Crown presents a sense-awakening Grill Menu for the diner. Simply speaking it’s a place where all the…
It’s new… and just like a new heart transplanted its pulse is strong and vibrant’ It’s cool, it’s classy… a place to relax over lunch or fine dine at night. The lighting emits a keep-those-chopsticks-ready feel as the big water goblets placed on the table dare you to…
The rooster crows…the world awakes. Does one remember that in Goa…perhaps in the 1940's, the highest point between heaven and earth for the mere mortals would perhaps be the rooster seated on the rooftops of their humble abode. A vantage point, and now the descendant of that…
The Verandah…elegance personified. This is the signature restaurant of the Grand Hyatt Goa – contemporary and chic with a western style grill that predominantly serves fresh vegetables, meat and seafood in season with Middle Eastern and Asian influences. The open airy ambience…
This is a popular, café-style pure vegetarian restaurant packed throughout the day with advocates from the neighbouring courthouse and others because of their affordable snacks and food. There’s something for everyone here. For snacks , there are the Punjabi Samosas, which come…
In an old heritage house in the by lanes of Fountainhas is the home of Linda and Micheal de Sousa. And it is in this very house that one will find a heritage treasure. Well we are all aware that the Portuguese being traders left behind a rich legacy of fruit and vegetables as…
