Foodie Itinerary for 3 Days in Goa, August 2023

  1. Day 1: Breakfast at Cafe Sussegado Souza, Calangute
    30 minutes (9.1 km) from Dabolim Airport

    Start your foodie journey with a hearty breakfast at Cafe Sussegado Souza, known for its authentic Goan breakfast dishes. Try their signature dish, Poee Bhaji, which is a bread-based dish served with a flavourful vegetable curry. The cafe also serves a variety of freshly brewed coffee and tea.

  2. Day 1: Lunch at Ritz Classic, Panaji
    30 minutes (16.5 km) from Cafe Sussegado Souza

    Head to Ritz Classic for a taste of traditional Goan cuisine. This iconic restaurant has been serving delicious food for over 60 years. Try their Chicken Cafreal, a spicy chicken dish marinated in a blend of Goan spices, or their Fish Thali, a platter consisting of various seafood dishes served with rice and accompaniments.

  3. Day 1: Dinner at Gunpowder, Assagao
    30 minutes (13.6 km) from Ritz Classic

    End your day with dinner at Gunpowder, a charming restaurant nestled in the village of Assagao. Known for its fusion of Indian and global flavours, Gunpowder offers a unique dining experience. Don't miss the Kerala Beef Fry, a spicy beef dish served with flaky parathas, or the Prawn Balchao, a tangy and spicy prawn preparation that is a Goan speciality.

  4. Day 2: Breakfast at Babka by Patisserie, Sangolda
    20 minutes (8.2 km) from Gunpowder

    Start your day with a visit to Babka by Patisserie, a quaint bakery located in the village of Sangolda. The bakery offers a variety of freshly baked bread, croissants, and pastries. Try their signature Babka, a sweet bread with layers of chocolate, or their savoury Croissant Sandwich, filled with ham, cheese, and veggies.

  5. Day 2: Lunch at Vinayak Family Restaurant, Anjuna
    20 minutes (6.1 km) from Babka by Patisserie

    For a taste of North Indian cuisine, head to Vinayak Family Restaurant in Anjuna. The restaurant is known for its vegetarian thalis, which consist of various dishes served on a platter. Try their Dal Makhani, a rich lentil curry, or their Paneer Makhani, a creamy tomato-based curry with cottage cheese.

  6. Day 2: Dinner at Viva Panjim, Fontainhas
    30 minutes (12.4 km) from Vinayak Family Restaurant

    End your day with a visit to the charming neighbourhood of Fontainhas and dine at Viva Panjim. The restaurant serves authentic Goan cuisine in a traditional setting. Don't miss their Pork Vindaloo, a spicy pork dish cooked in a tangy sauce, or their Fish Recheado, a tangy and spicy fish preparation.

  7. Day 3: Breakfast at A Reverie, Calangute
    30 minutes (9.1 km) from Viva Panjim

    For a luxurious breakfast experience, head to A Reverie in Calangute. The restaurant offers modern European cuisine with a touch of Indian flavours. Try their signature French Toast, served with caramelised bananas and vanilla ice cream, or their Eggs Benedict, served with smoked salmon and hollandaise sauce.

  8. Day 3: Lunch at Fisherman's Wharf, Cavelossim
    1 hour 30 minutes (53.3 km) from A Reverie

    For a taste of coastal cuisine, head to Fisherman's Wharf in Cavelossim. The restaurant offers a variety of seafood dishes, cooked in Goan style. Try their Prawn Curry, a mild and flavourful curry served with rice, or their Grilled Fish, a fresh catch of the day served with grilled veggies.

  9. Day 3: Dinner at Mum's Kitchen, Panaji
    1 hour 5 minutes (38.9 km) from Fisherman's Wharf

    End your foodie journey with a visit to Mum's Kitchen in Panaji. This restaurant is known for its authentic Goan cuisine, made with locally sourced ingredients. Try their Chicken Xacuti, a spicy chicken preparation with a coconut-based sauce, or their Bebinca, a layered dessert made with coconut milk and jaggery.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cafe Sussegado Souza (Breakfast) - 1 hour, INR 300
  • Ritz Classic (Lunch) - 1.5 hours, INR 600
  • Gunpowder (Dinner) - 2 hours, INR 800
  • Babka by Patisserie (Breakfast) - 1 hour, INR 350
  • Vinayak Family Restaurant (Lunch) - 1.5 hours, INR 400
  • Viva Panjim (Dinner) - 2 hours, INR 900
  • A Reverie (Breakfast) - 2 hours, INR 1000
  • Fisherman's Wharf (Lunch) - 2 hours, INR 1200
  • Mum's Kitchen (Dinner) - 2 hours, INR 1000
  • Total Estimated Costs - INR 6350
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