Verandah Restaurant
The Verandah restaurant is located on the first-floor balcony of the elderly Panjim Inn Hotel. The Verandah Restaurant is a popular restaurant which is served by Goa's delicacies. This restaurant guests are invited to showcase a traditional Goa cooking under the supervision of a chef.
Quick facts
| Address | E 212, Panjim Inn Heritage Hotels, 31st January Road, Panaji, Goa. |
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About Verandah Restaurant
About Verandah Restaurant
Contact Number: +91 8322226523
Traditional Goan and Continental of Cuisines
Best time to visit Verandah Restaurant
Early evening (5:00–7:00 PM) for sunset views over Fontainhas from the veranda.
Entry fee & tickets
À la carte pricing. About ₹400–1,800 per person. Mid-to-high range for Panaji.
Duration needed
1 to 1.5 hours for a meal.
Location info
First-floor balcony of Panjim Inn, Rua 31 de Janeiro, Fontainhas, Panaji — a 19th-century heritage hotel.
Safety tips
Standard dining precautions. No air conditioning — can be warm in summer. Bring mosquito repellent for outdoor seating.
Things to carry
Cash or card. Mosquito repellent for evening outdoor dining.
Nearby visiting places
Fontainhas Latin Quarter, Immaculate Conception Church, Panaji riverfront, St. Sebastian Chapel, and Viva Panjim (same street).
Nearest airport, railway & bus
Panaji bus stand and taxi stand are a short walk away.
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 Verandah Restaurant
The Verandah Restaurant is located in the Panjim Inn, a lovingly restored 19th-century heritage hotel in the Fontainhas Latin Quarter — Asia’s only Latin Quarter. The area is famous for its winding alleys, colourful Portuguese-era houses, and old-world charm.
Things to do at Verandah Restaurant
Dine on the veranda overlooking the colourful Fontainhas streets. Try Goan-Portuguese dishes: Fish & Chips, Chicken Cafreal, Goan Fish Curry, and Serradura.
Things to visit & highlights
The 19th-century Panjim Inn, the Fontainhas Latin Quarter, and the antique-filled interiors.
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 (Panaji): +91-832-2426146. Ambulance: 108. Restaurant: +91-832-222-6523.
Nearest petrol pump
Petrol pumps are located within Panaji city, about 1–2 km away.
Frequently asked questions
Is Verandah Restaurant air-conditioned? No — it is an open veranda. It can be warm in summer.
Where is Verandah Restaurant? On the first-floor balcony of Panjim Inn, a 19th-century heritage hotel in the Fontainhas Latin Quarter.
What is the best time to visit? Early evening for sunset views over Fontainhas from the veranda.
How to reach Verandah Restaurant
How to reach Verandah Restaurant, Panaji from the Goa International Airport? From Goa International Airport (GOI) to Verandah Restaurant, Panaji distance is 27.7 km via NH366 and NH 66. Prepaid taxi offers an excellent competitively priced service outside of the airport. Local buses are available and time will take 42 min. How to reach Verandah Restaurant, Panaji from the Vasco-Da-Gama railway station, Madgaon railway station and Thivim Railway Station? The distance between “Verandah Restaurant, Panaji” from Vasco-Da-Gama railway station 28.8 km via NH366 and NH 66, Madgaon railway station 37.1 km via NH 66, and Thivim Railway Station 22.9 km via Mapusa - Bicholim Rd and NH 66. All transport mode are available outside the railway station like Cab, Local bus and pre-paid taxi.
Timings & opening hours
11 a.m. until 10 p.m.
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