Top 12 Bars In Goa That Are Unmissable

A hip little dive bar in Siolim that's quickly becoming everyone’s go-to hangout. It’s got a foosball table, mini ping pong, and a bunch of card and board games. So, if you're the competitive type, this is your playground. Grab a beer or a cocktail (they do 1+1 on cocktails from 5–10 PM), challenge your friends, and just vibe. After 10, the in-house music kicks in, and Saturdays usually mean live gigs. 

Google Rating: 4.7/5

Price For Two: INR 1,000

Timings: 5 PM to 1 AM (Mondays closed)

Instagram: Niji Bar

Joet’s is that perfect first (or last) pitstop in Goa as it’s just a few minutes from Dabolim Airport. If you’ve just landed and need to shake off the travel fuzz, grab a drink and breathe at this bar. Into cricket? They’ve got all the latest matches screening. Laid-back vibes, cold beer, and good energy. Great place to kick things off or wind things down.

Google Rating: 4.1/5

Price For Two: INR 1,500

Timings: 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM

Instagram: Joet’s Bar

At Code Red, you’re in for a good time, be it day or night. The cocktails are handcrafted by some seriously skilled mixologists, and the bar is stocked with premium spirits if you’re in the mood for something top-shelf. Hungry? Their all-day menu has got you covered. Celebrating something special? They’ll sort you out with private dining and custom experiences that feel anything but ordinary. And when night falls, the vibe totally shifts. Code Red turns into a full-on party zone with top DJs, themed nights, and music that keeps the energy high till late.

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Price For Two: INR 950

Timings: Open 24 hours

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If you’re in the mood to chug some beers, belt out karaoke with your buddies, and just let loose, Don Rob’s has you covered. The vibe’s super chill, the crowd’s fun, and it’s a great spot to meet new people or just wander around Chapora’s buzzing street scene. Perfect for when you want a night that’s a little unplanned and a lot of fun.

Google Rating: 4.5/5

Price For Two: INR 1,400

Timings: 7 PM to 4 AM

Instagram: Don Rob’s

Easily the best bar in Palolem. If you're into shisha, this is one of the top spots in South Goa to kick back and enjoy it. The food’s consistently great, and the place has a relaxed, welcoming feel. The staff is super friendly, and the owners go out of their way to make you feel at home. It’s the kind of place you’ll keep coming back to without thinking twice.

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Price For Two: INR 800

Timings: 6 PM to 2 AM

Instagram: 9PM Bar & Cafe

MTW is a cool little hangout that’s part office, part bar. By day, it’s a chill co-working spot, and by night, it flips into a cocktail bar with fun drinks like Chai Break and WFH. The vibe’s playful, with office-themed decor, and the toasties are legit tasty. Great place to work a bit, then unwind with a drink after.

Google Rating: 4.8/5

Price For Two: INR 2,000

Timings: 7 PM to 1 AM

Instagram: MTW Bar & Toasties

Amber Cocktail Bar in Ashwem is a chill spot right by the beach, perfect for sipping cocktails and watching the sunset. They mix up some creative drinks, and the relaxed vibe makes it a great place to unwind. 

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Price For Two: INR 1,500

Timings: 5 PM to 11 PM (Mondays and Tuesdays closed)

Instagram: Amber

Boilermaker in Siolim feels like a dive bar and a house party rolled into one. It’s got craft beers on tap, fun cocktails, and bar snacks with a twist—think chorizo peanuts and pineapple sambol chicken. Super chill vibe, great music, and the kind of place where you show up for one drink and end up staying all night.

Google Rating: 4.7/5

Price For Two: INR 1,500

Timings: 6 PM to 12:30 AM

Instagram: Boilermaker

Ranked at 17 on the list of 30 best bars of India, Slow Tide offers memorable service, great ambiance, and a seaside view. Lock your sunsets here! Both the cocktails and the food are fantastic. Ask their front-of-house team for recommendations, they'll happily guide you to the best choice.

Google Rating: 4.5/5

Price For Two: INR 2,500

Timings: 9 AM to 11:30 PM

Instagram: Slow Tide

Room One is a speakeasy located in Assagao. Speakeasies started out as these hidden bars selling booze when it was a no-no in the US. Now, they are modernized bars which hold about 20 people tops, but never feel crowded. You’ll find a small cocktail bar and, weirdly interesting interior. And hey, this one stands at 23 in the list of the top 30 bars of India. Must check it out!

Google Rating: 4.5/5

Price For Two: INR 2,000

Timings: 10 PM to 3 AM

Instagram: Room One

A dainty bar for locals of Goa. This bar is cut in two halves by a kitchen. Towards the roadside, they’ve refurbished the benches of an old Goan building to be warmed up by Gen-Z and millennials of North Goa. It’s located in Assagao, very close to the Soro junction. My typical go-to order is a Kokum Urrak and mushroom fritters. Highlight of this bar is the personalisation of the space wherein they’ve put a collage of polaroids of the people who bring soul to this place. A fun gang, they call themselves Pablo’s familia and invite everyone to be a part of it.

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Price For Two: INR 800

Timings: 5 PM to 12 AM (Mondays Closed)

Instagram: Pablo’s

If you are in Goa, you absolutely have to be here, no questions asked, and try the cocktails. They are hands down some of the most delicious poisons you’ll gulp down your throat. 

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Price For Two: INR 1,500

Timings: 7 PM to 1:30 AM (Tuesdays Closed)

Instagram: Hideaway

We’ve also put together some thoughtful lists leaning towards partying with safety. While things can be unpredictable anywhere, these spots are generally considered reliable and more comfortable for solo or group outings. If you’re into live sports, we’ve got you covered with some great sports bars. And for cocktail lovers, we’ve rounded up the places serving the most delicious, well-crafted drinks in town.