Martin's Corner

About Martin’s Corner

About Martin’s Corner

Open and close time: 11 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. until 11.30 p.m., daily.

Best time to visit Martin’s Corner

Dinner (7:00–9:00 PM) for live music and the open-air pavilion atmosphere. Weekday lunches are quieter. Peak tourist season (November–February) requires advance reservations.

Timings & opening hours

Lunch: 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Dinner: 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM. Open all 7 days. Closed only on Good Friday each year.

Entry fee & tickets

À la carte pricing. Average cost for two: ₹1,500–2,000. Mid-range.

Duration needed

1.5 to 2 hours for a meal.

Location info

69, Binwaddo, Betalbatim, Salcette, South Goa.

Safety tips

Standard dining precautions. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner and on weekends.

Things to carry

Cash or card (Visa and Mastercard accepted).

Nearby visiting places

Betalbatim Beach (Sunset Beach) — 5 minutes’ walk, Colva Beach (10 minutes’ drive), Majorda Beach, and Arossim Beach.

Nearest airport, railway & bus

Margao Railway Station (~9 km). Dabolim Airport (~17.5 km). Taxis and auto-rickshaws from Margao.

Mobile network coverage

Airtel, Jio, and Vi all provide coverage across Goa. In beach areas and towns, 4G is generally reliable. Coverage may be weaker in remote interior locations or along certain coastal stretches. Most hotels and cafes in tourist areas offer free Wi-Fi.

History of Martin’s Corner

Martin’s Corner was founded in 1989 by Mrs. Carafina Pereira, starting as a tiny grocery store with four tables and a ₹5,000 investment from her husband Martin. Carafina, originally from Arossim, began cooking home-style Goan dishes. Her stone-ground homemade masalas are the secret. The restaurant grew from 16 seats to 300 through word-of-mouth. Sachin Tendulkar famously declared it his favourite restaurant, and celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan have visited. The walls are adorned with Mario Miranda’s iconic artwork. Carafina, now 74, still supervises the kitchen every morning at 9:30 AM.

Things to do at Martin’s Corner

Enjoy live music every night, savour signature dishes like Butter Garlic Crab and Prawn Curry Rice, and soak in the rustic Goan open-air pavilion atmosphere.

Things to visit & highlights

The celebrity wall featuring photos of visiting stars, Mario Miranda’s artwork on the walls, and the nearby Betalbatim Beach (5 minutes’ walk).

Climate & weather

Goa has a tropical monsoon climate with three distinct seasons. Winter (November–February) is the peak tourist season: temperatures range from 20°C to 32°C with low humidity, clear skies, and calm seas — ideal for all outdoor activities. Summer (March–May) is hot and humid with temperatures reaching 35°C; beaches are less crowded but midday heat can be intense. The monsoon (June–September) brings heavy rainfall, rough seas, and high humidity; many beach shacks close, but the landscape is lush and green, and it is the quietest time for those seeking solitude.

Helpline & emergency contacts

Tourist Helpline: 1364. Police (Colva): +91-832-2788367. Ambulance: 108. Restaurant: +91-832-2880413.

Nearest petrol pump

Petrol pumps are located on the Margao–Betalbatim road, about 5–7 km from the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a reservation at Martin’s Corner? Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner and on weekends during peak season (November–February).

What is Martin’s Corner famous for? Legendary Goan seafood, celebrity patronage (Sachin Tendulkar’s favourite), Butter Garlic Crab, and live music every night.

Is Martin’s Corner expensive? It is mid-range — about ₹1,500–2,000 for two people.