Established by Masterchef Soumyen who has previously worked with the prestigious Taj hotel in Mumbai, Chef Soumyen's Kitchen is his dream kitchen. He started a restaurant in Goa in 1998 called the After Eight and then began his career as the owner and head chef at Chef Soumyen's Kitchen. The place has a rustic charm with an open setting and the menu is filled with European delights. They also have a well-curated list of wines that will go perfectly with your food.
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.
La Plage on Ashwem beach is like a never-ending love affair with good ambiance and quality food. The shack is probably one of the finest in this category with a classy and stylish place setting and remarkably great service. Step into the upper deck or the lower deck as per your comfort and take a seat looking at the vast expense of the Arabian Sea and the golden sand. Food is French, classic and contemporary with a hint of tradition.
Head to Ritz Classic Restaurant & Bar which pampers your palate with the traditional Goan meal. This place is unpretentious with simple yet classy decor. The restaurant serves a variety of Indian delicacies and is known for the seafood varieties offered here. Try the Squid Masala Fry, Crab Masala, Crab Dry Fry, Goan Fish Thali, Prawn Kishmur, Baby Chonak Tandoori and Chicken Xacuti which are some its popular dishes. Service is quick and friendly and assures a pleasant dining experience.
Bhatti Village is a small multi-cuisine cafe in Goa, serving sumptuous and wholesome food at reasonable prices. A bhatti means an open oven and in here, you will get a lot of tandoori items like chicken, beef, slow roasted to perfection. There are kebabs on the menu, which are taste heavenly, croquettes, fish roe, samarachi kodi and many more. It is also known for its traditional Goan delights. For desserts, they have bebinca and caramel custard.
When you visit Venite in Goa, you should take a seat by the rickety balcony with small wooden tables and chairs. The restaurant is the quintessential place to enjoy Goan curries and traditional food with delights like sausages, spicy fish curry, seafood specialties in lobsters and crabs, and of course, Bebinca. Ambiance is nice, simple, and neat and has a friendly service. Also, it is very popular among tourists, so the prices are on a little higher side, but totally worth every penny!
When you walk into a Taj Hotel, you have great expectations with regards to the ambiance, service and food. With the Fort Aguada Beach Resort you will find everything you were looking for and more. Nestled inside the Resort is a classy Italian restaurant called Il Camino. The cuisine includes authentic Italian classics like Spaghetti Bolognaise and freshly made pizzas layered with motuhwatering sauce, cheese and a blend of vegetables and meat. Choose from a passel of delectable dishes and let the tantalizing Italian flavors delight your palate! The ambiance is enthralling as is the service. Revel in the luxury!
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.
Housed in the basement level of Goa's splendid Bogmalo Beach Resort, the Coconut Groove is a multi-cuisine restaurant which provides unobstructed views of the Bogmalo Beach. The interiors are reminiscent of an old school beach shack with gentle seabreezes, a bamboo ceiling and wooden chairs setting the mood. The food here is a blend of Goan, Indian, Chinese and Italian, and the chef will regale you with his culinary delights. This restaurant is also very well known for its evening buffet which offers a spread of tantalizing delicacies. A great place to spend an evening, the Coconut Groove is perfect for those who want to laze around and indulge in some hearty fare.
Taj Exotica puts forward Eugenia where all the cuisines of the world put their best foot forward. Be it traditional South East Asian cuisine or Continental cuisine tweaked by a contemporary palate, all of this can be found under one roof at Eugenia. Patrons have the opportunity to taste the cuisines from around the world and also, are guaranteed an unforgettable experience in Eugenia's care.
Situated near Ashwem beach, Sur La Mer restaurant is located within the premise of the hotel of the same name. The restaurant boasts of a multi-cuisine menu with their traditional Goan dishes, North Indian kebabs and tandoori, European relish and seafood. They have their own clay oven and make every tandoor dish with proper care and garnish. Loads of flavor and a bustling menu is what set them apart from the crowd.
Walking into Fiesta at night for dinner and you will be left stunned with their super romantic lighting, the setting, and the entire ambiance. The place aims to give its patrons and experience filled with good food and a relaxed, romantic setting. The open area was once a part of the garden of an old Portuguese villa but is now converted into a chic restaurant serving contemporary European cuisine with a fine selection of wines.