The best time to visit Goa is, quite literally, all year round. With the weather ever-pleasant, Goa is a hub for tourists. New properties and dining spaces are coming up all the time, and if you plan to be in the beach town soon, you’d definitely have to try these restaurants. You will be surprised with the menu, ambience and services they offer to the visitors. Take a look!
6 New Restaurants In Goa In March 2023
1. Badmaash Goa
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Your Goa trip is all about adventure and so is this brand-new restaurant in Vagator. With fun and delicious treats like Tender Chicken Katsu Bhel and Xacuti Chicken Salad, enjoy the expansive view of Ozran beach.
Where: Vagator
When: Wednesday to Monday; 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM
Cost: ₹1,800 for two approx.
2. Azule Goa
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Enjoy eclectic meals with a breathtaking view of the cityscape at Azule. This place makes good memories in addition to good food. Experience its charm in person!
Where: Ashwem
When: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Cost: ₹1,300 for two approx.
3. Blue Turtle
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Blue Turtle is another dynamic new Restaurant in Goa that promises to deliver you the best of times and the best of food with the best of vibes. It is a must-visit for all good-timers.
Where: Morjim
When: 12:30 PM to 11:30 PM
Cost: ₹2,000 for two approx.
4. Terttulia
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Terttulia is a great place for when you want to sit back and relax with your friend group. Their Tiger prawns and Salmon sandwich are to die for.
Where: Panaji
When: 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: ₹2,000 for two approx.
5. Miss Margarita
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The dynamic restaurant is now in Goa as well. Try their mouth-watering beer-marinated Mexican hot wings and have your entire life transformed!
Where: Vagator
When: 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM & 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM
Cost: ₹2,000 for two approx.
6. Occo
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An upscale restaurant at Vagator, this place has both indoor and outdoor seating. Delivering stellar ambience and sumptuous food, this place will wow you in every way possible.
Where: Vagator
When: 12:00 PM to 1:30 AM
Cost: ₹2,000 for two approx.
New Restaurants In Goa In December 2022
1. Half Pint
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Half Pint is the newest addition to Vagator Beach of Goa. The ambience of this place is striking with black interiors. Further, you can choose from their collection of twelve beers as an exclusive curation. Also, they have these on tap. This Vagator hot spot has a Portugese-inspired menu. It is a 22-seater compact space to enjoy with your friends.
Where: Little Vagator, Goa
When: 5:00 pm – 12:30 am
Cost: Approx ₹2,000 for two
2. Cafe Meu Lar By Barista
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This cosy villa cafe is simply amazing. The slated roofs, plants, and vintage cane showcase the old Goan charm. The cafe serves delectable food including pizzas, and sandwiches but the star of the show is their authentic Portuguese dishes like bacalao. Also, they have a dedicated coffee menu that you must try.
Where: Panjim, Goa
When: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Cost: Approx ₹500 for two
3. Slow Tide
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Slow Tide is a legacy of Anjuna and the free spirit of Goa. Their menu showcases Mangalorean and Colombian cuisine. Also, they have plant-based and nutrient-rich smoothies. If you are in the mood for a drink, they have an extensive range of cocktails.
Where: Anjuna, Goa
When: 12:00pm – 11:30pm
Cost: Approx ₹3,000 for two
4. Hosa
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Want to explore South Indian cuisine? Hosa is your destination. This restaurant explores the culinary diversity of South India beyond the known dishes. Also, they have a creative and energetic bar. The menu features uncommon dishes from the south. You can try Guntur crab fry, Puli Munchi Wings, and much more. Also, they have an extensive range of cocktails.
Where: Siolim, Goa
When: Lunch: 12:00pm – 3:30pm Bar, Bites & Drinks – 3:30pm to 7:00PM, Dinner: 7:00pm – 11:00pm
Cost: Approx ₹3,600 for two (including drinks), Approx ₹2,400(for food only)
5. Cafe We
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Cafe We serve delicious vegan-friendly food. Their goal is to create a community experience by serving wholesome food that is meat-free. Moreover, they don’t have single-use plastics at their cafe. The furniture is upcycled. Do try Coelho’s Gold Coffee which is a single-estate coffee brand. Also, they have sandwiches and salads on their menu.
Where: Anjuna, Goa
When: 10:00am – 8:00pm
Cost: Approx ₹3,000 for two
6. Drinking Safari Pitshop
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This is the newly opened restaurant of the Delhi-based hospitality brand, Drinking Safari. They are known for their signature Napoli pizzas with a thin crust. Also, the restaurant specialises in barbeque and grills. They have an extensive range of cocktails that you will love.
Where: Calangute
When: 8:30am – 11:30pm
Cost: Approx ₹1,000 for two
7. Istaka
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This new pub is offering a Pan Pacific menu. From Hawaii to Japan, you will get every cuisine. The menu includes Lamb Shank, Mexican Rice, Massaman Curry Bowl, and many delicious drinks. Also, they have a range of Sangrias with drinks like Vino Spritz and Tales Of Tiki Land.
Where: Vagator
When: 12:30pm – 1:00am
Cost: Approx ₹1,900 for two
8. Sangria
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Sangria was once a Mediterranean tapas bar, but it is a destination for Northeastern cuisine. Everything that you know of this cuisine is what you will get, or maybe something more. The specials include smoked meats that make delicious dishes like smoked pork with bamboo shoots.
Where: Anjuna
When: 9:30pm – 11:00pm
Cost: Approx ₹950 for two
9. Tera Vita
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This Italian restaurant of Nine Hospitality is ready to make its debut in this coastal state. Their specialty is Beet Burrata, Truffle Pasta, Fete Crepe, Lobster Mariana, and much more. Enjoy this with their selection of wines, bourbons, and cocktails.
Where: Assagao
When: 12:00pm – 11:30pm
Cost: Approx ₹750 for two
10. Warehouse
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Warehouse offers you gourmet cuisine with an extensive range of cocktails and music experiences you have never experienced. Also, they organise a disco party every Friday, Salt. Enjoy fine dining worth food at Warehouse.
Where: Morgim
When: 9:00am – 11:00pm
Cost: Approx ₹1,800 for two
11. Village 36
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This restaurant is a unique one. Their menu highlights street-style food from South East Asian countries including Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and more. They also serve some special drinks including the classics and signature. These pair perfectly with the food.
Where: Assagao
When: 10:00am – 10:00pm
Cost: Approx ₹1,400 for two
12. Makutsu
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Makutsu brings you the flavours of Japan in the capital of Goa. The menu of this place includes everything from chicken to duck which you will surely love. It focuses on marinated meat with vegetables grilled on a hibachi. They also have delicious vegetarian dishes made with okra, tofu, and broccoli.
Where: Assagao
When: 11:00am – 11:00pm
Cost: Approx ₹700 for two
13. Izumi
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Izumi is Mumbai’s favourite restaurant for sushi and is making its debut in Goa. They are famous for their quirky collection of cocktails that includes kamikaze with yuza and Doja gin, sake, and many such Japanese-origin-related drinks. Further, you can expect Dengaku chonak and Chicken Wings, with sushi, ramen, and miso ice cream.
Where: Assagao
When: 12:00pm – 3:30pm, 7:00pm – 11:30pm
Cost: Approx ₹2,500 for two
14. Vedro
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Vedro is famous for its French and Japanese cooking techniques. The restaurant is Indian-inspired and serves shark croquettes with balchao aioli, bhutta with miso, and many such experimental dishes. It has a tropical and relaxed atmosphere. You can enjoy a cocktail while relaxing in the ambiance of Vedro.
Where: Assagao
When: 12:00pm – 3:00pm, 7:00pm – 11:00pm
Cost: Approx ₹2,000 for two
15. Tereza Beach House by Sly Granny
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This new addition to the vast culinary business of Goa is great for the cocktails and snacks that you can nibble on while relaxing, the Goan beach shack is essential. They serve tapas-style shrimp with Mary Pickford, a lighter pina colada that you will love.
Where: Nerul
When: 12:30pm – 1:00am
Cost: Approx ₹1,900 for two
16. Thalassa Beach
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This classic Greek restaurant is a favourite among tourists. Moreover, it is an outdoor restaurant with a relaxed vibe and has cabanas and tables. The menu has classic Greek dishes with seafood platters and many such additions. Also, they serve light cocktails and the sea view is one of their key attractions.
Where: Morjim Beach
When: 9:00am – 1:00am
Cost: Approx ₹2,500 for two
New Restaurants In Goa In November 2022
1. Forno Tinto
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Novotel Goa Resort and Spa presents a new restaurant in Goa’s food scene. Forno Tinto will be an eatery where Italian cuisine meets Goan cuisine and allows food enthusiasts to dine on the best of two worlds. The food served here will range from pizzas to salads and desserts with a Goan touch. The place is a casual Italian dining restaurant.
Where: Candolim
When: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Cost: ₹1,600 for two approx.
2. Isabella’s Tapas Bar
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Isabella’s Tapas Bar is another restaurant in the Panjim area in Goa. It specialises in Spanish and Portuguese cuisine. Not only has the restaurant been able to put together an exciting world cuisine on the menu, but even got its interiors and ambience done according to the cuisine served here. Isabella’s Tapas Bar has been set up in a two-floor building, and what sets it apart is its Vermouth cocktails, Spanish classic cocktails, Fresh seafood experience, True tapas and cocteles experience and more.
Where: Panaji
When: 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Cost: ₹2,000 for two approx.
3. Kasa N Koox
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A Bali-themed restaurant, Kasa N Koox is located in Goa’s Vagator. If you’re visiting this restaurant, you will have various Japanese dishes to choose from. From Avocado Beetroot Tartare and Negima Chicken Skewers, Robotayaki or Japanese Grilled Lamb Chops, Black Cod, and Pork kakuni to traditional beers and cocktails like Barrel-aged Cognac Old Fashioned, Donatello, you’ll be thrilled to experience the platters at this Goan restaurant.
Where: Vagator
When: 12:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Cost: ₹2,500 for two approx.
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4. Totem at Goa by Rina Shah
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This restaurant is a venture by Rina Shah, a professional Polo player. Shah is a known personality who have proved her mettle in various fields and with Totem, she has ventured into the food world. On visiting Totem, you will see a stunning space with a modern and tribal touch. Along with the food and ambience, you will sign up for an experience worth all your time.
Where: Mandrem
When: 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Cost: ₹1,200 for two approx.
5. Mystras
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If you are a fan of Pan-Asian cuisine and artisanal food, the Mystras in Assagao will ensure they provide such a menu. You will be a fan of the dim sums, sushi, pizzas and kinds of pasta they serve at this place. The restaurant defines itself as a modern European place with Asian cuisine in the heart of Assagao, Goa.
Where: Assagao
When: 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: ₹1,700 for two approx.
6. Fig & Maple
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Another new restaurant in Goa, Assagao, this place has great food, to begin with. Additionally, this is exactly the place where you would want to brunch at, after enjoying Goa’s lively night parties. Spend your afternoons here & treat yourself to their delightful menu of food and alcohol here.
Where: Bardez
When: Tuesday to Sunday; 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Cost: ₹3,000 for two approx.
7. Coast 2 Coast
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The Coast 2 Coast is where you can try the best of coastal cuisine and enjoy the scenic views of the Arabian seas simultaneously. The dishes take inspiration from world cuisines like Russian and Mediterranean to create food which is exotic and unique to this restaurant only. If you are a foodie, who loves to try different cuisine types, and would love to gorge on the flavours of Thai, Chinese and even Japanese, then Coast 2 Coast is a must-visit for you!
Where: Panaji
When: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Cost: ₹3,000 for two approx.
8. SOPÓ
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Different world cuisines are making their way to India. And the state of Goa which hosts people from across the world has people who love to experiment too. From Spanish, Portuguese, and now Burmese, the SOPÓ is a place that will allow you to taste the best of Burmese cuisine. Raw mango thoke, tender beef steak and their cocktail collection will make you visit this restaurant time and again.
Where: Assagao
When: 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Cost: ₹1,400 for two approx.
9. Juju
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Juju, located in Colva, is one of the places in Goa that aims to serve people cuisine from the entire country. Their food is slightly on the modern side with many dishes to choose from. And don’t we all enjoy modern Indian cuisine with a good pairing of cocktails and wine?
Where: Colva
When: Tuesday to Sunday; 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM & 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Cost: ₹1,400 for two approx.
Visiting the city to welcome New Year 2023 while partying and eating scrumptious meals is the best you could this holiday season!
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The article was updated. The original article was posted on November 23, 2022.