Here's where you can taste Goa's amazing veg cuisine
Evelyn Siqueira
VEG FLAVOURS OF GOA
Vegetarians visiting Goa might be surprised to discover the State's rich traditional veg fare, including flavourful curries, side dishes, snacks and sweets.
The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | Photo: The Goan Laddoo
WHERE TO FIND IT
One spot to sample this lesser-known Goan vegetarian cuisine is The Goan Laddoo, which opened its doors in St Inez, Panjim, in April 2022.
The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | Photo: The Goan Laddoo
MUST-TRY
The Goan Laddoo specialises in Goan Hindu cuisine, offering traditional dishes such as Chana Ros, Pineapple Sasav, Prawn Pulao, Stuffed Mackerel, sanna, pumpkin bhaji, chapati, Satva Kapa, Manganne, Sukurunde and banana fry, to name a few.
The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | thali | Photo: The Goan Laddoo
MENU OF THE DAY
The menu changes daily depending on fresh market finds, and is shared each day via WhatsApp.
The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | lunch | buffet | Photo: The Goan Laddoo
FESTIVE DELIGHTS
Additionally, their festive menus are crafted to match the season — Shravan brings a range of vegetarian dishes, while Diwali and Chaturthi showcase an array of sweets and faral.
The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | patoleo | Photo: The Goan Laddoo
BEYOND MEALS
Apart from cooked meals, The Goan Laddoo also offers a selection of homemade treats including chakli, shankarpali, chiwda, coconut kapa, dal kapa (doce), mila, a variety of laddoos, and more.
The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | doce | Photo: The Goan Laddoo
HOME DELIVERY
For those unable to visit the outlet, home delivery is available within Panjim and surrounding areas including St Inez, Taleigao, Caranzalem, Tonca and Altinho.
The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | thali | rice | Photo: The Goan Laddoo
DETAILS
LOCATION: The Goan Laddoo, Kamat Plaza, St Inez, Panjim
WHEN IT’S OPEN: Monday to Saturday
TIMINGS: 9 am – 8 pm (lunch is available from 11.30 am)
CONTACT: +91 96736 83182
The Goan Laddoo | vegetarian food | traditional cuisine | Panjim | modak | Photo: The Goan Laddoo