Vegetarian Restaurants in North Goa
A few years ago, it was an exhausting task searching for vegetarian restaurants in Goa. There was an abundance of seafood and non-vegetarian restaurants but only a handful of vegetarian ones. Restaurant chains like Navtara were the go-to place for veggie lovers. While Navtara still stands strong, a flurry of new restaurants have emerged over the years. A growing number of tourists and the local population are turning to vegan food and products, leading to a rise in these restaurants. Now with the abundance of choice, it is proving to be a task selecting a good vegetarian restaurant.
Here is a list of 8 of the best restaurants that every vegan or those simply looking for a detox must visit.
1. Saraya Art Cafe
This rustic garden cafe in Sangolda offers fresh and organic food. They serve wood-fired vegetarian pizzas, salads, thalis, fresh juices and coolers. Anyone having a sweet tooth will also enjoy their mouth-watering desserts. This beautifully decorated cafe is a nature and art lovers perfect hideout, ideal to relax in after a long and tiring day.
2. Cafe Bhonsle
This all-vegetarian restaurant in Panjim serves dishes from a wide range of delicious Goan, North Indian and Chinese cuisines. It is always filled to the brim with hungry diners, which speaks for itself about the quality of their food. It has a cheerful atmosphere and is every vegetarian’s dream. If you’re looking for more to do while you are in Panjim, read our blog on Casinos in Goa, for an unforgettable time.
3. The Rasoda, Old Goa
Discover the epitome of pure vegetarian dining in Goa at The Rasoda. Renowned for its exceptional North Indian delicacies, The Rasoda boasts three outlets located in Panjim, Old Goa, and Margao. Indulge your senses with their tantalizing mini-meals, exquisite traditional mithai, and must-try favourites like Anjeer Barfi and Badam Bhog. Alongside their dining experiences, The Rasoda also offers exceptional catering services for weddings, private parties, and corporate events across Goa.
4. Bean Me Up
This restaurant in Vagator serves wholesome and innovative vegan dishes, which includes recipes from all over the world. They prepare all of their condiments and dips from scratch. The ambience draws its guests in with its seating area surrounded by greenery, giving it a very quaint, cool and breezy feel to it. They have a variety of vegan pizzas, salads, ice creams and daily specials.
5. Bhojan
Bhojan is a part of Hotel Fidalgo’s Food Enclave located in Panjim. It offers a variety of delicious Gujarati and Rajasthani dishes. It is very well known for its Gujarati thali, the recipe of which is said to have been passed down for generations since the rule of the Maharajas! Despite its long-standing recipes, its interior is very modern and classy. You are guaranteed to relish a scrumptious meal here.
6. Artjuna
They have a variety of appetising dishes to select from, such as their granola, mezze platter, cakes, coffee and more. Book readers will be delighted to know that they also have a library and customers can now read books in between their meals. Their sourdough, multigrain and other freshly-baked bread loaves go on discount every day after 5 pm. This cafe is located in Anjuna and Assagoa, the latter showcasing the more rustic and quieter side of Goa. If you are on the lookout for more picturesque villages in Goa, read our blog.
7. Prana Cafe
This isn’t a pure vegetarian cafe but it has a variety of vegan and vegetarian options to choose from. The restaurant is located in Mandrem and Anjuna. It has a healthy and feel-good vibe to it with an open-air seating area. They serve smoothies, salads, bowl meals and locally sourced pasta. It is a must-visit restaurant that is sure to entice your taste buds.
8. Cafe Tato’s
If you’re looking for a mix of Goan and South Indian food, Cafe Tato’s is the place to be. It is located in Panjim and is an extremely old, family-run café. One of their best and must-try dishes here is the Patal Bhaji which tends to get over soon due to its immense popularity. The food here is affordable and their service is quick and friendly.
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