3 Must-visit new restaurants in Goa for authentic local cuisine

When in Goa, you just can’t get enough of the amazing local cuisine! So, why not explore Goa’s evolving food scene with these new restaurants each offering a unique blend of Goan cuisine, ambience and creativity, perfect for your next dining experience.

JANOT, Campal

There’s a quiet sophistication about Janot that feels rare these days. Chef Avinash Martins has gone from spotlighting Goan ingredients to telling broader, ingredient-first stories — each dish here is thoughtful, restrained and deeply flavourful. 

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The burnt porkbelly with sesame and chimichurri hits you with contrast: fatty and charred, nutty and bright. 

The seafood medley with fennel fume is a tribute to Goa’s shores, elevated without being precious. Add to that panoramic views of the river, botanical interiors, and an island bar sculpted from marble, and you’ve got a destination worth dressing up for.

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DETAILS

WHAT: Janot (Indoor dining)

LOCATION: Panjim Gymkhana, Bandodkar Ground, Campal, Panjim

TIMINGS: 12.30 pm – 3 pm, 7 pm – 11 pm

PRICING: Rs 3,500 for two

CONTACT: +91 84597 16905

CHARMED: Ourem is a charming restaurant, located in Panjim's Latin quarter of Fontainhas.

OUREM, Fontainhas

Equal parts time machine and cocktail bar, Ouremis a three-level experience tucked inside a gorgeously restored house in Panjim’s Latin quarter. The vibe is vintage elegance with a twist: think old Goan recipes with fine-dining finesse, and cocktails that pull from local produce and spice racks. 

The prawn balchao has bite, the kingfish para is pure nostalgia, and the drinks? Complex, aromatic, and beautifully balanced. Don’t skip the Portuguese Paloma. Bonus: there’s a hidden speakeasy behind a bottle wall — because why not?

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DETAILS

WHAT: Ourem(Indoor and outdoor dining)

LOCATION: Rua de Ourem, Fontainhas, Panjim

TIMINGS: 1 pm – 3 pm, 7 pm – 12 midnight

PRICING: Rs 2,000 for two

CONTACT: +91 98102 05043

SPICE IS NICE: If you're on the hunt for a good, Goan thali, head to Spice Goa in Sangolda. SPICE GOA, Sangolda

An old favourite reborn. The Sangoldaedition of Spice Goa is sleeker than its Mapusa sibling, but stays true to the roots: fresh seafood, well-spiced gravies, and thalis that are legendary for a reason. 

There’s a fuller menu here — Asian, Indian, Continental if you must — but the real magic lies in the clams, the pomfret wrapped in banana leaves, and the mackerel that’s cooked just right. A solid option when you’re dining with both spice-lovers and the mildly fussy.

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DETAILS

WHAT: Spice Goa (Indoor and outdoor dining)

ADDRESS: Chogm Rd, Sangolda, North Goa

WHEN IT’S OPEN: Every day (Closed on Tuesdays)

TIMINGS: 12 noon – 4.30 pm, 7 pm – 12 midnight

PRICING: Rs 1,500 for two

CONTACT: +91 80070 71148