Goa is known for its summer days, whilst many think twice to visit the heavenly place during the monsoons. Although in recent times this trend has seen changing with a boom of tourists who realised how beautiful Goa is even during the monsoons too! The best part of going during the low season is you get to enjoy all of it for half the price.
Admittedly, you may not be able to take a dip in the ocean or soak in the sun, but you surely can indulge in the delicious Goan food and chill at some of the coolest bars! Scroll down for Goa's 17 bars and restaurants that are open even during this monsoon season.
List of bars and restaurants in Goa if you’re looking for some sun, sand and drizzle!
1. Clumsy, Vagator
Clumsy, the newest cocktail bar on the block, features a 70-feet-long swimming pool and a bar curated by the F&B consultancy Countertop India. Their menu centres around seasonal produce, with dishes ranging from avocado tostadas to grilled steak served with a side of chimichurri.
Location: CLUMSY, 218/3, Ozran Beach Rd, Vagator, Goa 403509, India
Average Cost: ₹1,000 for two people (approx.) with alcohol
2. Pisco by the Beach, Anjuna
Pisco by the Beach is located right on the beach in Anjuna. Indulge in some delicious dishes like sambal pepper baked mud crabs, grilled salmon, Vietnamese-style steamed snappers, kingfish steak, and a variety of pastas and risottos. The bites are complemented by a wide array of craft cocktails.
Location: St Michael Vaddo, Flea Market, Anjuna, Goa 403509, India
Average Cost: ₹2,000 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
3. Hosa, Siolim
If you are craving for some South Indian fare, Hosa will satisfy your urge. The 38-dish menu includes Almond 65—chef Suresh DC’s version of the classic curd rice, coconut shrimp and Mysore pak coffee. Sounds like a perfect menu for the monsoons overlooking the Chapora River.
Location: House no.60/1, Vaddy, near St. Anthony’s Church, Siolim, Goa 403517, India
Average Cost: ₹2,000 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
4. Fig and Maple, Assagao
Fig and Maple houses outdoor and a kitchen garden seating. Serving hyperlocal food the menu features stunners such as khandvi ravioli in seafood bisque, mushroom cakes, pandi curry with blue cheese kulcha, Kolkata-spiced katsu fish and more.
Location: 140 Bairo Alto, Assagao, Goa 403507, India
Average Cost: ₹2,500 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
5. Slow Tide, Anjuna
When in Goa you can't leave without indulging in some Goan delicacies. Slow Tide seamlessly blend with the sunkissed landscape of Anjuna Beach serving mackerel para olives, red snapper crudo, thalipeeth, stuffed squids, prawn curry and more!
Location: Dmello Vaddo, Anjuna, Goa 403509, India
Average Cost: ₹3,000 for two people (approx.)
6. São By The Shore, Ashwem Beach
São By The Shore is a Goan-European restaurant offering a mix of cuisines, with dishes like Moroccan lamb kebabs, butter garlic prawns and mutton liver pâté. Wash it all down with their signature handcrafted cocktails. The bamboo interiors and sea facing atmosphere are absolutely amazing even during the monsoons!
Location: Morjim, Ashwem Beach Road, Mandrem, Goa 403512, India
Average Cost: ₹1,600 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
7. Rabbit Hole, Siolim
Rabbit Hole is a great breakfast spot, with an alfresco seating area. The bistro cafe serves any and every style of eggs, with an all-day breakfast option. Try their light menu with starters such as fritters and burrata preparations, and some lip-smacking large plates.
Location: House No 759/6, Bamon Vaddo, opposite Evershine Building, Siolim, Goa 403517, India
Average Cost: ₹950 for two people (approx.)
8. Pousada by the Beach, Calangute
Pousada by the Beach is a shack run by father-son duo Neville and Joshua Proença overlooking a clear stretch of Calangute beach. With a mix of Goan and European fare, pair your food with feni-infused cocktails. Spend a quiet evening right on the beach away from the buzz.
Location: Holiday St, Calangute, Goa 403515, India
Average Cost: ₹3,500 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
9. Britto’s, Baga
Everyone's favourite, Britto's is known to all serving delicious Goan seafood by Baga beach since 1965. Have the crab, prawns and fish in a variety of local preparations such as recheado, cafreal, xacuti and balchao here. Watch the sunset as you wash it down with a glass of beer, wine or a mocktail.
Location: House No.7, 171, Calangute - Baga Rd, Saunta Vaddo, Baga, Goa 403516, India
Average Cost: ₹1,700 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
10. Titlie Culinary Bar, Anjuna
Located on Ozran Beach in Anjuna, Titlie Culinary Bar features a mix of global and Indian fare. Try their butter garlic poached prawns, ceviche, goat fry and tofu curry. The happening vibe and evenings are fun served with some in-house concoctions. like Elderflower Bellini, Dirty Banana and Toki Highball.
Location: Small Vagator, 592/5, Ozran Beach Rd, Coutinho Vaddo, Anjuna, Goa 403509, India
Average Cost: ₹2,000 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
11. Yazu Pan Asian Beach Club, Candolim
Surrounded by swaying palm trees, Yazu is a beach club and serves pan-Asian food. From their menu try the Atlantic smoked salmon sushi roll, truffle edamame dumpling, charcoal aubergine bao and roboto yaki along with some tiramisu or baked cheesecake.
Location: Marquis Beach Resort Dando, Dando, Candolim, Goa 403515, India
Average Cost: ₹1,900 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
12. Lush by the Cliff, Anjuna
Lush by the Cliff is an all-white restaurant overlooking Anjuna bay with one of the most beautiful sunsets! Book a date night here and try some innovative sundowner cocktails along with the multi-cuisine menu featuring kebabs, salads, steaks and curries.
Location: House 654 Sea rock restaurant St.Anthony Prai, Gumal Vaddo, Anjuna, Goa 403509, India
Average Cost: ₹950 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
13. Saz on the Beach, Morjim
Saz on the Beach will transport you to a beach club in Spain as you lounge in the sofas and canopies. Set on Morjim beach, try their pasta, fresh seafood, steak and innovative cocktails.
Location: 182/1, Gawdewada Rd, Morjim, Goa 403512, India
Average Cost: ₹1,400 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
14. St Anthony’s, Baga
St Anthony’s is one of the oldest restaurants and one of very few that remains open during the monsoon season on Baga beach. The lively shack offers Goan delicacies, tandoors, Portuguese and Italian dishes, along with beer and other beverages. The shack transforms from a peaceful restaurant during the day to a buzzing karaoke bar at night.
Location: Calangute - Baga Rd, Baga Beach, Calangute, Baga, Goa 403516, India
Average Cost: ₹1,200 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
15. Purple Martini at Sunset Point, Anjuna
Purple Martini at Sunset Point is set on a cliff top location offering the most gorgeous views of Anjuna beach. Inspired by Santorini, the place will transform you to Greece but with a twist of food whirling through Asia, India and Mexico. Try their Thai curry, quesadillas and a range of tikkas on the menu along with purple martini cocktail.
Location: St. Anthony praise waddo, near club nyex, Anjuna, Goa 403509, India
Average cost: ₹3,000 for two people (approx.) with alcohol
16. Antares Rest & Beach Club, Anjuna
Antares Rest & Beach Club is a beach club with sunbeds, grilled seafood and cocktails all day long! Run by Australian MasterChef contestant chef Sarah Todd, the indoor restaurant is perfect for some Australian fare.
Location: Small Vagator, Ozran Beach, Vagator, Goa 403509, India
Average cost: ₹2,500 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
17. Tereza Beach House, Nerul
Tereza Beach House offers the taste of Goa’s susegad life. The waterfront bungalow ‘shack’ entertains diners with live music performances. Their exhaustive food menu consists of comforting dishes like chicken wings, pork ribs, meatballs, burrata and more. The drink menu offers a range of house concoctions and classic cocktails.
Location: 787, Nerul - Reis Margos Rd, Nerul, Goa 403109, India
Average cost: ₹1,900 for two people (approx.) Without alcohol
With all these options you can go to Goa and have a drink or two, shake a leg and enjoy the monsoon season! Who said you can only take vacations during the summer? Change that thought and give yourself a well deserved holiday by the beach. Let us know in the comments which bar or restaurant in Goa is your favourite this monsoon season.
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