If love is in the air, then be assured that it is also on the menu cards of Goan restaurants on Valentine's Day. May it be candlelight candlelight dinners to indulging in chocolate-coated strawberries and live music, restaurants in Goa are working overtime to create the perfect atmosphere for couples to celebrate and create memories that will last for a long time.
If you’re still deciding where to take your sweetheart, Gomantak Times Digital brings you a list of places where you can have a romantic dinner. Whether you are a foodie or just looking for a quiet time, we have the choices listed out.
A ROMANTIC VALENTINE'S DAY ESCAPE
Sake, the Asian Lounge in Assagao, celebrates Valentine’s Day with a special offer-buy one Satiwa cocktail and get one free, plus one complimentary signature dessert. “Take a sip, savour and make memories with your special someone. Couples will be welcomed with roses and live romantic music along with good food and something sweet at the end,” says Kenneth of Sinq Properties.
Kenneth recommends spicy salmon and avocado roll, avocado and crunchy asparagus roll, crispy prawn Cheung fun, chicken katsu bao, Australian lamb chop and the five-spiced crispy duck rice as must-try dishes at the Sake.
DETAILS
WHERE: Sake, the Asian Lounge, in Assagao
WHEN: February 14, 2025
CONTACT: 8484946760
TAKE A BREAK AND LET THERE BE LOVE
When cozy ambience meets good food, you are in for the best experience and Chef Joaquim Da Cruz and Ashlyn Da Cruz from Curtorim have a special BBQ planned on February 13 evening for all the love birds to ring in Valentine’s Day.
“We have a live BBQ grill featuring balsamic beef, cajun chicken besides five-spiced pork belly with a variety of seafood and salads and bread,” says Ashlyn. Since the chef prefers the meats cooked to perfection, they request that the dishes be pre-ordered, to avoid any last-minute disappointments.
DETAILS
WHERE: Around St Alex Church, Curtorim
WHEN: February 13, 2025
CONTACT: 96046 89560
LOVE, LAUGHTER AND A FEAST FOR TWO
This Valentine’s Day, let love take centre stage at Beno in Benaulim with an unforgettable four-course dining experience crafted for couples. The café-bar nestled in the heart of South Goa is a perfect spot to take your bae (slang for partner) and celebrate the warm feeling of love.
“Our intimate setting, exquisite flavours and cool ambience will set the perfect mood for a night of romance. We want couples to indulge in a specially curated four-course menu that promises to tantalise your taste buds. And to make the evening even more special, enjoy a glass of wine each, which is on on us,” says Gaurav Bhardwaj, the proprietor of Beno.
DETAILS
WHERE: Beno, Benaulim, South Goa
WHEN: February 14, 2025
TIME: Lunch & Dinner
CONTACT: 9930992410
OLÉ, SPICE UP YOUR VALENTINE'S DAY WITH SPANISH ROMANCE
For a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, Nora’s Cantina, at Novotel, Panjim, that serves fine Spanish cuisine in a charming setting, is a must try. Families can enjoy the Valentine’s themed buffet at Food Exchange, offering a delightful spread of gourmet treats in a celebratory setting. Each of its venues is designed to provide an unforgettable, romantic experience.
Rana Shil, F&B Manager at Novotel Panjim, says, “At Nora’s Cantina, guests must savour signature Spanish dishes like the Pintxos Matrimonio, a delightful combination of anchovies and boquerones, and Paella Española de Marisco.” The decadent dessert selection and celebratory cake are the perfect sweet ending to the evening.
DETAILS
WHERE: Nora’s Cantina, Novotel Panjim
WHEN: February 14, 2025
TIME: 7 pm to 11 pm
CONTACT: 9097788777 | 8956974912
LIGHT UP YOUR LOVE THIS VALENTINE'S DAY
Want to save your Valentine’s Day memory? Well, Barca in Varca, South Goa, is a must visit. “We want couples to make memories and have a good time, so this year we will have a special handcrafted candle on each table. The candle is a takeaway, which can either be lit at the restaurant or be kept as a memory,” says Kenneth Ataide of Barca.
It’s raining offers at this restaurant – besides the special takeaway, the restaurant will offer a 10 percent discount on the final bill and to the ladies a complimentary cocktail. “We have a special live band – The Strums – which will be belting out a variety of love songs, to which the couple can dance and share a special bond.”
DETAILS
WHERE: Barca, Varca, South Goa
WHEN: February 14, 2025
TIME: 12.30 pm to 11 pm
CONTACT: 7972257453