A refreshed 2025 edition, with new restaurants added to the list

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Over the years of living, eating, and blogging my way across Goa, I’ve discovered that it’s not just the beaches that deserve your camera clicks—Goa’s café and restaurant scene is bursting with spots that are as photogenic as they are flavourful. Whether it’s the sun-drenched coastal bars, cozy heritage cafés, or hidden jungle gems, each place brings its own aesthetic charm, plateful of personality, and of course, Instagram-worthy backdrops. This updated list of 15 most Instagrammable restaurants and cafés in Goa includes a mix of old favourites and exciting new finds, curated not just for their vibe, but also for their food, hospitality, and the feeling they leave you with.

1. Banyan Tree, Taj Holiday Village – Candolim

Tucked inside the beautiful Taj Holiday Village, this restaurant instantly puts you at ease with its lush greenery and serene Zen-inspired setup. Every time I walk across the bridge to enter, it feels like I’ve left the noise behind and stepped into a peaceful Thai escape.

Most Recommended:
✅ Thai Green Curry
✅ Grilled Scallops
✅ Anything by Chef Lilly (her magic never fails!)

Vibe: Green, tranquil, and perfect for romantic dinners or soulful solo meals
Instagrammable Factor: The entrance bridge, leafy corners, and Thai-style plating
Location: Candolim
Cost for 2: ₹2500–₹3000

2. Sarava by Café Delhi Heights – Panjim

The moment you enter Sarava, it hits you—this playful, quirky vibe meets retro charm! From the fun food quotes on the plates to the cheerful energy indoors and out, it’s a total mood lifter.

Most Recommended:
✅ Tangra Chilli Paneer
✅ Truffle Fries
✅ Dal Makhani Combo with Jalapeño Biryani

Vibe: Colourful, energetic, a little retro, a lot of fun
Instagrammable Factor: Plates, wall art, and cozy alfresco spaces
Location: Panjim
Cost for 2: ₹1500–₹2000

3. Farzi Beach Cafe – Morjim

This beachside stunner makes you want to stay forever! From the sea breeze to the photogenic corners, Farzi is one of those places where the camera stays out all the time—and so does your appetite.

Must-Try Dishes:
✅ Parsi Keema Kulcha
✅ Bhatti Murg & Ajwaini Fish Tikka
✅ Vada Pav 2.0 & Dal Chawal Arancini
✅ Rasmalai with Gajar Halwa, Tres Leches, Gulab Jamun Tiramisu

Vibe: Beachy, vibrant, Insta-heaven
Instagrammable Factor: Beach backdrop, cocktails, quirky plating
Location: Morjim
Cost for 2: ₹2000–₹2500

4. Tikitti – Morjim

Tucked near Morjim beach, Tikitti feels like a secret party that knows how to do food right. There’s something luxurious yet grounded about it—great drinks, beach breeze, and entertainment that keeps the night alive.

Must-Try:
✅ Chicken Sliders
✅ Signature Cocktails

Vibe: Lush beachside elegance meets lively nightlife
Instagrammable Factor: Open bar, sea-view cabanas, aesthetic plates
Location: Morjim
Cost for 2: ₹2500

5. LouLou Bar – Parra

Imagine stepping into someone’s living room, being handed a drink and a smile—and then being taken on a wild 8-course cocktail journey. That’s LouLou for you. It’s intimate, personal, and unforgettable.

Must-Try:
✅ Bombay Style Pate Pav
✅ Beef Skewers
✅ Full 8-Course Cocktail Menu

Vibe: Personal, cozy, playful luxury
Instagrammable Factor: Cocktail courses, intimate seating, moody lighting
Location: Parra
Cost for 2: ₹2500+

6. SFX Bar – Taj Fort Aguada, Sinquerim

Nothing beats sipping a gin cocktail with ocean views and fort walls in the background. SFX is where Taj elegance meets Goan charm, and the food is just as fantastic as the view.

Must-Try:
✅ Seekh Kebab Naan
✅ Beetroot Kebabs
✅ Dim Sums
✅ Aloo Kulcha & Chole

Vibe: Sophisticated sundowner spot
Instagrammable Factor: Fort views, ocean backdrop, colorful dishes
Location: Sinquerim
Cost for 2: ₹2500

7. 3102 BCE – Anjuna

This one transports you back in time! The Great Bath, set within 3102 BCE, feels like you’ve stepped into an ancient civilization—stone, water, flames, and flavors straight from the past.

Must-Try:
✅ Tandoori Starters
✅ Live Folk Music on Tuesdays & Sundays

Vibe: Mystical, immersive, rooted in ancient Indian history
Instagrammable Factor: Vedic-style interiors, dramatic lighting
Location: Anjuna
Cost for 2: ₹2000

8. Taupe by Titlie – Assagao

Housed in a charming Portuguese home, Taupe by Chef Tarun Sibal is where Indian food gets a bold, creative spin. I loved everything from the vibe to the Basque cheesecake that ended the night.

Must-Try:
✅ Dal Khruchan & Burrata Papdi Chaat
✅ Tandoori Soya Chaap
✅ Tawa Mutton with Phulka
✅ Basque Cheesecake

Vibe: Contemporary desi meets old-world charm
Instagrammable Factor: Chef-style plating, rustic walls, moody vibe
Location: Assagao
Cost for 2: ₹2000+

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9. Motley Brew – Aguad Port Complex

One of my personal favorites for when I want tea with a twist, Motley Brew isn’t just about coffee—it’s about creatively infused flavors, stunning views, and total peace.

Must-Try:
✅ Peri Peri Coffee-Spiced Fries
✅ Pickled Tea Leaf Sandwich
✅ Brew Cocktails

Vibe: Peaceful, artsy, and one-of-a-kind
Instagrammable Factor: Heritage architecture, sea views, brew styling
Location: Aguad Port & Jail Complex
Cost for 2: ₹1000–₹1200

10. Anar – Anjuna

From lush greens to Middle Eastern elegance, Anar has nailed the vibe. Their kebab platter and muhammara are divine, and the dessert trio? Absolute showstoppers.

Must-Try:
✅ Mezze & Kebab Platters
✅ Anar Special Muhammara
✅ Kunafa, Baklava, Chocolate Dessert

Vibe: Mediterranean luxe
Instagrammable Factor: Gold accents, chic plates, glowing lights
Location: Anjuna
Cost for 2: ₹2500+

11. Artjuna, Anjuna

A cafe, a lifestyle store, a library, a yoga house, all rolled into 1, this place is a creative person’s delight. Artjuna is one of the most beautiful restaurants that one can come across in North Goa. The collection spills over fashion apparel, accessories, furniture items and other arty stuff that you would want to own.

Coming to food, Artjuna takes great pride in not just saying but maintaining high-quality standards in all their food items. They strictly use fresh farm produce, seasonal vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, imported tahini and wild honey to prepare healthy meals. They serve Meditteranean, Israeli and Lebanese cuisines. You can read my in detail review on Artjuna here

📍 Location: Anjuna
📸 Vibe: Earthy, boho, art-filled
🍽 Must-Tries: Smoothie Bowls, Bakery Items, Shakshuka
💰 Cost for 2: ₹1,000 approx.

12.Tataki, Panjim

New kid on the block, this place has my heart. I simply love the interiors and the food. The use of big cane lamps, makes the place look very attractive and impressive especially during the evenings. The little balcony area is my favourite. Coming to food, Tataki offers by far the best Asian cuisine experiences in North Goa. Go for their dim sums, wontons and sushi and you will know exactly what I mean.

13.Gunpowder, Assagao

This place was one of the first hidden gems I discovered with my friends a few years ago. Apart from serving scrumptious coastal food, the ambiance of gunpowder is alluring. Tastefully decorated with a beautiful lifestyle store inside, this place is cent percent instagrammable. Go by the day or night, the magic remains.

📍 Location: Assagao
📸 Vibe: Rustic, old-world charm, lush outdoor seating
🍽 Must-Tries: Andhra Prawn Curry, Kerala Beef Fry, Appams
💰 Cost for 2: ₹1,800 approx.

14. Purple Martini, Anjuna

If you are sucker for pics with amazing sunset views and those lashing waves of sea, this is the place for you. I once again comment too much on food, as I didn’t try much, but its the kind of place where I would recommend spending leisure hours. The views are breathtakingly beautiful and especially during sunset. You cannot afford to miss this place, its Instagram worthy after all.

📍 Location: Anjuna Cliffside
📸 Vibe: Santorini-style, vibrant sundowner hangout
🍽 Must-Tries: Prawn Skewers, Cocktails, Mezze Platters
💰 Cost for 2: ₹2,000 approx. (Cover Charges May Apply)

15.Guldasta Cafe

A soulful café run by a passionate husband-wife duo serving vegetarian, vegan and Jain-friendly meals that feel like home.

📍 Location: Anjuna
📸 Vibe: Artistic, earthy, serene
🍽 Must-Tries: Paneer Tikka Poee, Thecha Toast, Sabudana Vada, Jowar Khichdi, Tamarind Mocktail
💰 Cost for 2: ₹15,00 approx.

P.S. – These restaurants are in random order and not as per any ranking. These are my personal choices and by no means these recommendations are paid for or influenced.

Hope you enjoy my recommendations and pay these 13 Instagram worthy restaurants a visit, if you haven’t done up till now :), and do tell me which are your favourites.

Bon Appetite and Happy Clicking! And if you are looking for sea side restaurants in particular, don’t forget to check my post

7 Most Instagrammable Sea Side Restaurants in Goa