Bon Appetit — Restaurant in Goa

Visited and stayed at Bon Appetit for the third time this year. Frustratingly difficult to be enthusiastic when so much more could be done to make this a fabulous place. The setting is gorgeous and has well maintained gardens. The accommodation looks great from the outside but is well overdue for upgrading inside including replacing the 2 inch thick mattresses but everything possible is done by the housekeeping staff to keep things as comfortable as it can be. The food in the restaurant is tasty and well cooked. The view from the restaurant is beautiful until you get close to the beach and see rubbish everywhere around the Bon Appetit sunbeds. The sundeck has as much sand as the beach and was never swept in the 2 weeks we stayed. 90% of front of house staff spend their time hiding in corners and avoiding eye contact so they don't have to do anything until the owner or the manager are on site and instantly the word gets around and they are galvanised into action. It's a crying shame that the front of house staff seem to take no pride in their jobs APART FROM 1 OR 2...

I loved the place. It’s cool. It’s open. It’s breezy. And has a fantastic view.

On a hot Goa morning, I decided to try Bon Appetit simply because it was too hot to walk further. There were sunbeds right outside the place and I thought I’ll check if it’s comfortable and take a call. As I was checking the sunbeds, I peeped inside and the shack looked very inviting. Like a Oasis in a hot desert.

There were a lot of coconut trees which provided shade and kept the cool breeze going. I first sat outside to have an Al fresco feel, but as it started getting warm, I moved inside which turned out to be an excellent decision because the place was so cool. As if I was sitting inside an earthen pot. I could see the blue sea, the green trees, and the sun did not hit my eyes.

I ordered a virgin mojito and it came in one big fat jar. Tasted great. I did not try any bites, so cannot review the food, but for sure this is gonna be my go to...

It’s 18.45 as I sit here at BonAppetit watching the sun go down , sipping a Kingfisher while waiting for my food order. I am prompted to write this review having read the half dozen or so one star reviews below. They are utter tosh! All the staff I have dealt with are professional and studious in their service.

The toilets, despite what is described below, are as good as or better as any you’ll find along Sinquerim beach.

This is a great place to sit and watch beach life unfold below you. The snacks, bhajis and spring rolls, are perfectly cooked and presented. With a cold beer they are unbeatable.

This is an inexpensive jewel nestled between the two expensive Taj resorts, Taj Holiday Village and Taj Fort Aguada. You won’t regret...