3 Best Restaurants in South Goa, Goa

Fernando's Nostalgia

$$$ Fodor's choice

In the tranquil, slow-paced old village of Raia is one of the best restaurants in the state, set in the late chef Fernando's country house. Now run by his wife, the restaurant serves classic Goan and Portugese-Goan dishes, and there's live music Thursday through Sunday.

Carnaval

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Low-hung black lamps light a woven bamboo ceiling, and quintessentially Goan Mario Miranda cartoons enliven the walls at this restaurant inside the Caravela Beach Resort. Here you'll find excellent fusion food and great desserts; unfortunately, it's only open for dinner.

Varca, Goa, 403721, India
832-669–5000
Known For
  • jerk potatoes peri-peri
  • crepes filled with Indian-style carrot halwa
  • tandoor-grilled tiger prawns with lemon-mustard sauce
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Martin's Corner

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For more than two decades, this celebrated family-run restaurant has been serving meticulously prepared Goan specialties to residents and visitors in the Majorda area. What started as a humble diner with just a few tables and chairs is now among the most popular places to eat in town, featuring indoor and outdoor seating, regular live music, and great views of surrounding fields.
Majorda, Goa, 403713, India
832-288–0061
Known For
  • pulao with spicy Goan chouriço sausages
  • masala fried king crab
  • good selection of drinks
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