Goa’s food scene is a bold blend of Portuguese, Konkani, and coastal Indian flavours, where every bite tells a story—and every meal ends with something sweet, spicy, or strong. Whether you’re a spice chaser, a seafood lover, or just here for the feni-fueled fun, here’s how to eat your way through Goa like a local.
1. Pork Vindaloo – Tangy, Spicy, and Iconic
🍽️ Where: Ritz Classic (Panjim), The Fisherman’s Wharf (Cavelossim)
🔥 A legacy of Goa’s Portuguese past, this fiery, vinegar-laced pork curry is not for the faint-hearted. Tender meat, slow-cooked in a red masala, served with poi (local bread) or rice—this is the real deal.
2. Xacuti – A Spiced-Up Coconut Curry
🍽️ Where: Anand Bar (Assagao), Souza Lobo (Calangute)
🌶️ A deeply aromatic curry made with roasted coconut, poppy seeds, and a secret spice mix. Usually paired with chicken, mutton, or crab, Xacuti is comfort food with character.
3. Fish Thali – The Full Goan Experience
🍽️ Where: Vinayak Family Restaurant (Assagao), Fat Fish (Baga)
🐟 A plate piled high with rice, sol kadhi, fish curry, fried fish, pickle, and more. Affordable, flavour-packed, and served everywhere—from roadside dhabas to beach shacks. No Goa trip is complete without one.
4. Choris Pão – The Ultimate Goan Snack
🍽️ Where: Street vendors in Mapusa, Panjim, and roadside stalls
🥖 Goa’s answer to the hot dog! Spicy Goan sausage (choris) stuffed into poi, grilled over coal, and served piping hot. Perfect for midnight cravings or post-swim snacks.
5. Prawn Rava Fry – Crispy Coastal Goodness
🍽️ Where: Martin’s Corner (Betalbatim), Fat Fish (Baga)
🦐 Fresh prawns, marinated in Goan spices, coated in semolina (rava), and fried till crispy. Crunchy on the outside, juicy inside—best enjoyed with chilled beer and sea breeze.
6. Bebinca – Layered & Legendary
🍽️ Where: Café Bhonsle (Panjim), local bakeries
🍰 Goa’s most beloved dessert. A slow-cooked, 7–16 layered pudding made with coconut milk, ghee, and eggs. Rich, silky, and celebratory—it’s usually saved for special occasions, but honestly, who’s waiting?
7. Feni – Goa’s Liquid Soul
🍽️ Where: Joseph’s Bar (Panjim), Taproom by Maka Zai (Assagao)
🥃 Made from cashew or coconut, this strong local spirit is pure Goan heritage in a glass. Sip it straight, mix it with Limca, or go fancy with a feni-based cocktail. Either way, you’re in for a kick.
💡 International Traveler? Eat Like a Local, Pay Like One Too!
No need to carry cash or struggle with cards. With Mony, you can use UPI in Goa even as a foreigner! Just scan and pay at cafés, bars, and roadside stalls without missing a bite.
Whether it’s vindaloo for lunch or bebinca at midnight, let your taste buds roam free—Goa’s got your appetite (and your payments) covered.