A family-style restaurant and very popular for lunches too, Sharda Classic is a VFM restaurant for the excellent Goan Thali that is served at lunchtime. Try their Goan Prawn Curry for Rs. 150, Chicken Thali for Rs. 160 and the popular Fish Thali for Rs. 120. The Fish Thali…
Set in between some fishing boats, sitting in this shack – or outside on a beach bed, you get the feeling of being right there in the lost fishing village, which in a manner of speaking you are, since this stretch of the Goan coastline is very secluded. The atmosphere is very…
A venture of Golden Eye near Haathi Mahal Resort, Silver Sand serves multi-cuisine fare, priced slightly higher than elsewhere because of its prime location. Frequented mostly by foreign tourists who are regulars here, Silver sand is known for its Wednesday beach parties when…
Silver Star is located a little north of the crowed main Colva beach. Head to Silver Star if you’re looking for some quiet and serenity. Though the food is nothing to rave about, it’s the soothing atmosphere which makes this shack an ideal place for a calm day at the beach. The…
The sprawling palm-fringed garden behind the house of Anthony Fernandes becomes a sea-facing, coco-hut restaurants with beautiful lighting in the evenings. The first place to serve pasta in Agonda, Sim Rose also does a nice take on its Fried Pomfret, Fish Curry Rice, Tandoori…
How does one measure the ‘Limitless Hospitality’ at the Lalit. Take a reading from the Sirocco. This is a Mediterranean wind that comes from the Sahara and reaches hurricane speeds in North Africa and Southern Europe. It usually carries red Sahara dust and is associated with…
Thai me up…Start ‘er’ Revolution….Mix it up Baby….Quirky, fun, colourful, it is just the place to monkey around with the Chimpanzee. Reynold Abranches creates a buzz of relaxation, merry mixes and good food. Shades of blue, green and white, the effect is homely and rustic. The…
Placed on a rock to the left of Agonda Beach, Sunset Bar offers spectacular views of the beach and sunset. While the restaurant does Italian pizzas and pastas and some Indian and Chinese dishes, our recommendation would be the straightforward Goan food served here. Try the Fish…
Sunset Restaurant on the scenic Palolem beach is more than 25-years-old eating joint that serves Goan fare and seafood. Amongst their popular dishes are Fish Ambotik, Chicken Cafreal, Beef Chilli Fry and Prawn Curry Rice. While Goan food is their speciality, they also serve…
When in Rome do as the Romans do…so goes the saying. And when in Goa…live like the Goans do ‘susegado’ relax and live a little. And at Sousegado, for quality relaxation – this is just the place for you. Miles of pure sand, blue ocean, chaise loungers for the sun worshippers and…
The name says it all. The Chinese restaurant at La Paz Gardens in the port city of Vasco serves preparations with delicate flavours in a place which has typical Chinese décor. Sit on sofas in air conditioned comfort order a drink from the bar as you browse through the menu. The…
Located in a villa right on a beach, this is the only Indian speciality restaurant in Agonda and is especially popular with foreigners who crave for the robust flavours of Tandoori-style North Indian fare. Tandoori Seafood Platter, which includes Tiger Prawns, Kingfish…
Apart from the good food here, the place is worth a visit for the sweeping views of Margao city from the 6th floor restaurant, which has windows all around the chic dining area. They are also one of the best places in Goa for a delicious thali (Indian combo) meal with an…
This sophisticated lounge bar at the Majorda Beach Resort has great lounge furniture and affords a fantastic view. Tea Lounge & Bar operates 24 hours, serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. It has a snack-and-light meal menu for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. You…
The Beach Shack has replaced the earlier Sussegado shack, but the essence still remains the same, sussegado being a Goan term which means a relaxed mind and body. And what better way to chill out than to laze around on the white sands of Varca, at the Ramada Caravela Beach…
Situated right on Benaulim Beach, The Mahal serves fresh seafood and has a lively ambience. The fresh catch of the day is shown to guests before being cooked. You can try their Irish Coffee and Cappuccino. Also recommended are King Prawn Tikka Masala, Lobster Thermidor, seekh…
Located just below the lobby level at the Kenilworth, The Palms is an excellent stop for an anytime meal or snacks. Breakfast Buffet is the most popular offering and comes with unlimited offerings of fruit juices, tea-coffee, eggs, cereals, meats, South Indian dosas…
Housed in at the La Paz Gardens, one of the oldest hotels in Vasco, The Residency is a fully air-conditioned restaurant with old fashioned charm. In the heart of the port city is a three meal regal restaurant with teakwood cushioned chairs and sofas. The food is good, like the…
Overlooking the swimming pool, the golf course and the azure expanse of the Arabian sea, this is alfresco dining laced in style at The Restaurant. Open for breakfast lunch and dinner, the healthy preparations from the Garde Manger and bakery and pastry products are there to…
Looking out for Grills and Steak? Then the Sea bbq is the place to visit. Located at the lobby level of the hotel is this grill and steak house and as the name suggests, it’s a bar-be-que facing the sea. The restaurant is trendy, alfresco with the décor rustic yet elegant, with…
Veri Feni gets its name from the Goan alcohol called Feni, made either from distilled and fermented coconut or cashew juices. The word Feni is derived from the Sanskrit word Phena,which means froth. The ambience is very Goan here, with paintings by noted Goan cartoonist Mario…
Goa is famous for its villages and their tinto’s a sort of village square where every local Goan meets to exchange news or perhaps pick up a hot savoury or a beverage (could be of the spirited variety too). Would one find it in a starred hotel too? The Park Hyatt in keeping…
This one on the Palolem beach doesn’t create much of the Waves as far as food is concerned. The Goan menu here is rather predictable , with Goan Fish Curry, Vindaloo and Pomfret Masala Fry holding centee stage. Where seafood is concerned, you can choose the preparation. Also…
Whisper that will tease and titillate long after you have left the restaurant . Whispers into the night ,’this is the place for me.’ For those who are in South Goa and crave for a taste of the Orient, this is the place at the Holiday Inn. Discover the ethnic flavours of the Far…
