The specials at these restaurants in Goa are to-die-for

Roxanne D'silva

FLORENTINE

Florentine Restaurant is located in Saligao, roughly 2 minutes away from the famous Mae De Deus Church. It is famed for its Cafreal.

Goa restaurants| Saligao | chicken cafreal | Florentine | | Photo: Sylroy Maskell

CAFREAL

Cafreal is a delicacy, which was introduced into Goa during the Portuguese era. Ever since then, it has stuck around and become an important dish for Goans.

Chicken cafreal |Saligao Goa | Florentine | Goa restaurant | goan dish | | Photo:goanfoodguide

KOKNI KANTEEN

This restaurant is located in Panjim, close to Mahalaxmi Temple. It is famous for its fish thali, and people from near and far go to the restaurant to try the thali.

Kokni kanteen | Panjim | Fish thali | | Photo: koknikanteengoa

FISH THALI

What you can expect from the Konkni Kanteen fish thali: Rice, fish curry, fried fish, shellfish, fish dhabdhabit, traditional vegetable dish, salad, pickle and digestive drink.

Kokni kanteen | Panjim | Fish thali | | Photo: koknikanteengoa

SAI KRUPA BAR & RESTAURANT

This restaurant is located along the Porvorim-Sangolda road, and is famous for the fish thali and seafood dishes.

Sai krupa restaurant | Porvorim | seafood | fish thali | | Photo: goanfoodienurse

FISH THALI

The fish thali at Sai Krupa restaurant is said to be a must-try. While there is a variety of fish to choose from, the regular thali costs around ₹ 170. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.

Sai krupa restaurant | Porvorim | seafood | fish thali | | Photo: Saikrupa restaurant

SEAFOOD

The seafood menu at this restaurant changes on a regular basis, subject to availability in the market.

Sai krupa restaurant | Porvorim | seafood | fish thali | | Photo: thefoodmeddler

DANDEY'S GRILL HOUSE

Located along Chogm Road, in Porvorim, this outlet is well-known for their selection of grilled chicken, beef and fish preparations.

Dandys grill house | chicken grill | Porvorim | fish grill | steakhouse | Photo: Dandeys grill house

GRILLS

At this restaurant, there are a variety of steaks to choose from, the must-haves being Chicken in Mushroom Sauce or Peri Peri Sauce or Pepper Sauce.

Chicken steak| Grills | steakhouse | Porvorim |

ANAND BAR & SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

This restaurant, located in Anjuna, is popular for its seafood dishes and receives plenty of local diners as well as tourists. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.

Goa | Seafood restaurant| fish | seafood | Anjuna | Anand bar and restaurant | Photo: Anand seafood

SEAFOOD

The restaurant has a variety to choose from when it comes to seafood. Enjoy these dishes with a chilled beer.

Goa | Seafood restaurant| fish | seafood | Anjuna | Anand bar and restaurant | Photo: Roxanne D'Silva

SUNNY BAR & RESTAURANT

This restaurant is located in Bethoda, Ponda, and is known for its seafood and chicken preparations. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.

Goan restaurant | Goan food | Ponda | seafood | | Photo: thecheesygoan

CHICKEN & SEAFOOD

A must try at this restaurant is the Tava Fried Chicken, Cafreal and Poi, Prawn Stuffed Papad and Rechadao Mackerel.

Chicken Cafreal | Goan restaurant | Goan food | Ponda | seafood | | Photo: Abigail Mendes

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