Date Night Dining in Goa: Enjoy sunset, dinner and drinks at these romantic restaurants and cozy cafes in Goa

While having dinner with your partner at the drive-thru of a fast food chain might be fun, when you are in Goa, you can’t go anywhere without a place to roam. Goa has some of the most beautiful restaurants and cozy cafes that are perfect for a romantic date night with your partner. Together, you can watch the sunset and listen to the sound of the waves on the beautiful beach while enjoying delicious food along with some fun drinks. Do you want to make it come true? Check out our list of dream dining places for the perfect date night.

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Here are the romantic restaurants and cafes for date night in North Goa, South Goa and Panjim:

North Goa

1. Tuscany Gardens

An Italian restaurant with an air of romance! Tuscany Garden is an Italian restaurant that serves simple delicious food in its romantic outdoor garden. In the evening, the place is lit up with beautiful lights and heartwarming music fills the air. The menu includes delicious salads, pizzas, pasta, mains and desserts. For a dreamy dinner vibe, this place is a must-try! The restaurant may remain closed during the off-season due to the monsoon (between June and August).

• Location: H, Between Kingfisher Villas and Taj Vivanta, 75H1, Fort Aguada Road, Candolim, Goa
• When: 12pm to 4pm, 7pm to 11pm (closed Tuesday)

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2. Cafe Cotinga

Café Coutinha is a beautiful garden café that has large cages lit up with fairy lights in the evening, inside which you can sit with your partner and enjoy a romantic dining experience. They serve European, Asian, and Indian food, and their desserts are a must-try. The ambiance is calm and the quality of the food is excellent, making it the perfect place for a romantic and intimate dining experience. Some of their popular dishes include Chicanora Pizza, Irish Cream Tiramisu, Peri Peri Pizza, Jalapeno Cheese Balls, Sautéed Vegetables, and Shakshuka.

• Address: 1286, Kumar Vaddo, Opposite St. Michael Church Road, Bouta Vaddo, Anjuna, Goa
• When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

3. The Lazy Swan

Located along the pristine backwaters of North Goa, The Lazy Goose is popular for its seafood, grill house and bar. The place serves Goan cuisine, seafood and continental staples in a nautical-themed riverside space. Whether you want to enjoy a relaxed meal by the riverside or a night out, you will have a delightful experience with your partner. Some of the items on their menu that you must try include BBQ Green Harissa Potato Skewers, Beef Stroganoff and Fried Prawns.

• Where: Under the Nerul Candolim Bridge, Nerul River, Goa
• When: 12 noon to 12 midnight

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4. A Reverie, Calangute

For a romantic and gastronomic delight, A Reverie is the perfect place for your date night. A fine dining restaurant, A Reverie serves food that is beautifully plated and tastes amazing. The place serves continental cuisine and plenty of wine in a partially open-air setting, with chic décor and luxurious ambiance. Make sure you book your table well in advance. Try their wasabi and guac tacos that are served in a small taco truck, and Thai bento rice and noodles. Their dessert ‘Egg, But Not Egg’ is one of the most creative dishes on the menu.

• Location: Holiday Street, Gauravaddo, Calangute, Goa
• When: 7pm-11pm (closed Tuesday)

5. Purple Martini

Purple Martini is a popular lounge/restaurant bar that offers stunning views, tempting cocktails and great cuisine including Continental, Italian, Mediterranean and North Indian cuisine. If you want your date night to be fun and exciting, you should come here in the evening and enjoy the beautiful sunset while sipping drinks and enjoying delicious food. Some of their popular dishes include Greek Style Pizza, Mexican Platter, Butter Masala Maggi, Tortilla Wrap, Prawn Satay and Chicken Kung Pao. They also have live music, which is perfect for a night of dancing with your partner.

• Location: St. Anthony Praise Vaddo, Anjuna, Near Starco Junction, Goa
• When: 11am to 1pm

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South Goa

1. The Southern Deck – Beach Bar & Bistro

South Deck is located in a dreamy setting on the beautiful Benaulim Beach, overlooking the stunning sea. It is one of the most popular beach bars in South Goa. At South Deck, enjoy global cuisine and cocktails in a laid-back ambiance on a rustic beach. Quench your thirst with their fabulous Cranberry Fizz and Coco Maceo cocktails and enjoy delicious seafood like crispy Lepo Rava Fry and Indian Tawa Fried Kingfish. They also have live music on Fridays and Saturdays with a great dancefloor.

• Where: Benaulim Beach, Goa
• When: 9am to 12pm (closed Tuesday)

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2. Goodfellas Italian Restaurant

If you and your partner love eating pizza together, then Goodfellas Italian Restaurant can be the perfect place for your date night. The wood-fired pizzas here are simply delicious. The ambiance of this place is calm and relaxing. From Marinara and Margherita to Siciliana and Arrabbiata, there are a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian pizzas that you can try. Apart from pizza, you can also enjoy their delicious burgers and pastas, especially their delicious in-house ravioli.

• Location: Benaulim Beach Road, Near Kadar Supermarket, Vasavaddo, Benaulim, Goa
• When: 7pm-11:30pm

3. Cabo Serai

Overlooking the Cabo de Rama beach, this restaurant is a part of the eco-conscious resort – Cabo Serai – located on a hill in South Goa, perfect for a dreamy and delicious Goan getaway. The place is gorgeous for a romantic dinner where you can watch the sunset with your partner overlooking the Arabian Sea. The food menu includes delicious curries, refreshing summer salads, tasty spaghetti and an exciting range of beverages. Selected fruits, vegetables and herbs are sourced from their organic garden. A health-focused menu is also available and is based on sattvic philosophy.

• Where: Cabo Serai, Cabo de Rama Beach, Goa
• When: 12-11pm

4. Serena by the Sea

Serving multi-cuisine food with a stunning view of Agondha Beach, Serena by the Sea restaurant is popular for organising several dancing nights where you can dance with your partner. Here you can go on a salsa date night where you can learn the dance first with your partner followed by dinner on the beach. Check-in for such dancing nights while making your reservation for an incredible experience. Some of the must-try items here include the Garlic Cilantro Potato, Penne Arrabiata, Brownie with Ice Cream, Tiramisu and Blueberry Cheesecake. The restaurant remains closed during the monsoon from May-September and reopens in October.

• Location: Church, Oxygen at Agondha, 50m left of Agondha Church, Agondha Beach, Goa
• When: 8 am to 10:30 pm

5. Treetop Tawa

The air of love is blowing at this rooftop restaurant with an amazing view of the sea. The food here is delicious and reasonably priced too. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the sea with the cool breeze in your hair. Though you can also visit this place for a cozy lunch date, the lights at night add to the charm of this place. Some of the delicious food items on the menu include Prawn Popcorn, Chicken Stroganoff, and Orange Honey Chicken.

• Location: C/o The Bay, Bridge, Near Salari, Agondha, Goa
• When: 8:30 am – 10:30 pm

Panaji/Panaji

1. Bay 15

A part of the Bay 15 Beach Resort in Dona Paula, the gazebos at Bay 15 offer the perfect romantic dining experience. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner with personalized butler service and fine wines. You can also request romantic decorations for your table, and find it adorned with beautiful roses and petals. Popular dishes include penne pesto, lasagne pasta, prawn pulao, chicken tikka sandwich, cream caramel and chocolate brownie ice cream. Enjoy the sea view while spending a beautiful evening with your special someone.

• Where: Odxel Beach, Dona Paula, Panaji, Goa
• When: 11am to 11pm

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2. The Perfect Cup

This is a small but beautiful neighborhood cafe bar for a fun and romantic date night with your partner. The place serves delicious coffee roasts, hot chocolate, cocktails, beer on tap, pasta, burgers, nachos, desserts, and everything in between. If you love karaoke, visit on Tuesdays at 8 pm for a night full of music and fun.

• Location: Ground Floor, Miramar Residency, Near Hanuman Temple, Panaji, Goa
• When: 7am to 11pm

3. Makutsu

If you and your partner love Japanese food, then this is the place for you. Enjoy the serenity of a Japanese Izakaya located in the heart of Panjim. From crunchy tempura to delicious okonomiyaki, experience the Japanese street food culture in the streets of Fontainhas, Goa. The ambiance and atmosphere of the restaurant is perfect for a date night. You can also bring your furry kid along as the place offers pet-friendly hospitality.

• Where: Sao Tome, Rua 31 de Janeiro, Altinho, Panaji
• When: 2pm to 11pm (closed Monday)

Also read: Panjim in 24 hours: Explore Goa’s vibrant capital with its colourful streets, sunset spots and local taverns

Try one of these incredible places in Goa with their amazing views and gastronomic adventures for an unforgettable date night with your partner.