Passionate about wines and set out with a goal to make a mark in the hospitality industry, Prahlad Sukhtankar and Sabreen started the Black Sheep Bistro in Goa. Bringing an international menu with locally inspired ingredients to the city, this duo created the perfect place to enjoy enticing food in a casual ambiance. With an interesting menu and extensive beverage list, this bistro has become one of the favorite hangout spots of the locals and tourists alike.
As you drive along the road from Calangute to Baga, you will come across a huge signboard welcoming you to Britto's; a prodigy of sorts in Goa's culinary scene. Built to resemble a beach shack, Britto's is where you would want to head for some authentic Goan cuisine. The extensive menu features spicy Goan dishes like pork vindalo, chicken cafreal and mutton xacuti. For those who don't like it spicy, there is always the steak menu and a sea food platter which are rather interesting. Diners can top it all with traditional Goan sweets like Bibinca and Dodol. The restaurant is divided into two sections, one of which faces the beach and offers stunning views of the Baga Beach. A live band plays here on Thursdays and Saturdays, much to the delight of the happy diners. The owner Cajetan Britto is very affectionate and makes good recommendations to those unfamiliar with the nuances of Goan cooking. Britto's is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Cape Town Café is so much more than just a nightclub. One of the few places, which actually give more importance to food and ambiance than just the music, this place serves up some delicious dishes along with quality music and a good crowd. There is a dance area and a separate space for private parties where you can book the entire section. They have craft cocktails on the menu and a good list of beers as well.
Located a few minutes from Baga Beach, Tito's is the place for every aspiring scenester to be spotted. Each day a different theme awaits clubbers when an eclectic mix of crowd comes to party here. The huge dance floor attracts local students, young working professionals, and European backpackers, who come here to dance into the early hours. It is also a good place to spend your weekend if you love music and making new friends. This dance club has proudly hosted a number of illustrious international acts and will continue to do so, going by its soaring international popularity.
Popular with European and Israeli backpackers due to its location in offbeat Vagator, the Mango Tree Bar and Restaurant is renowned for its succulent seafood preparations as well as Chinese, Continental and North Indian fare. The bartender does a neat job with cocktail preparations that are nicely presented by the ever smiling wait staff. A warm and intimate decor coupled with live music sessions that take place often, Mango Tree attracts travelers from far and near. Call for further details.
Considered by many to be the first restaurant in Baga. St. Anthony's is a marvelous place to head to for an appetizing Goan meal, prepared from the choicest spices. The menu also boasts an equally tantalizing blend of cuisines like Indian, Chinese and Continental. The decor is simple with lounge cane chairs and low tables typically setting the ambiance, while waiters complete the beach side theme by moving around in Hawaiian shirts. St. Anthony's also has an open bar which serves only the finest liquor and the very famous Feni, a local alcoholic drink made from cashews. Major sports events are telecasted on large screens much to the delight of enthusiasts. This beach facing cafe, pub and restaurant offers a complete dining experience in terms of authentic cuisine, live music nights and a relaxed, convivial atmosphere.
Located in the Taj Holiday Village, Drift is an island bar that offers its patrons quality service, well mixed drinks and a fantastic ambiance. While you lay soaked in its enchanting environment, breathing in the salty air of the sea that it overlooks, Drift ensures that you receive the choicest of drinks, from sun-downers to Martinis. The very best of spirits are made available to you here along with some great sushi and tapas menu.
Situated close to the famous Calangute beach and next to the Poriat Football Ground, Leslie's Molly Malone is a tastefully furnished Irish pub. The aesthetic decor of the pub is accompanied by an antique door, wooden furniture, postures on the walls and a television where you can catchup on latest sports action. The bar menu comprises range of cocktails, mocktails, wines and beers to choose from. To suffice your hunger pangs, the pub serves steaks, Irish stew and a full-fledged English breakfast. Open on all days, walk in for a great time in company of friends.
Head to Club M if you are looking for a fun night out partying with your loved ones and witnessing the much talked about Goa nightlife. This place has fast become a popular party spot with locals and tourists alike. This beach-side club is the place where you come to experience the one of the best crowds and ambiance. They have fusion cocktails, good food and their music is something that will keep you on the dance floor all through the night.
A Reverie in Goa has received rave reviews since the time it opened its doors in this city. Started by foodie couple Virendra and Akriti, this restaurant is their love child, which reflects each of their personality traits to the T. They place a lot of emphasis on presentation and so each dish is plated very playfully, carefully and with a lot of imagination and creativity. The menu is eclectic and there is no particular cuisine that they follow. It is just food, which they both love and want to share with their patrons.
Goa’s most adored bakery and café is the Baba Au Rhum, with a new location at Anjuna beach. The café is an ideal destination to enjoy the best burgers and sandwiches in town. Their baked delicacies are wonderful, tasty, and fresh. But it is their salads and gourmet sandwiches that will keep you hooked. Add to that, their verdant garden place makes it a delight to dine at.
Welcome to the sleepy town of Chorao where the only thing you need to do is dine at the LaFayette Restaurant. Owned by a Fatima Fernandes, this restaurant is a far cry from the many buzzing places in town, but the food here is lip smacking delicious. Try the Goan fish curries, the fried mackerel, and cold beer with the best hospitality that you can see. The owner says that she never closes the place down as long as there is even one hungry soul to feed.