Maka Zai Goan Restaurant & Feni Cocktails — Restaurant in Goa

We were at this beautiful and newly opened restaurant near Anjuna. Its about 10 mins from Chapora fort and its located at a popular crossroad. The place is open for lunch and dinner both and has a very cool, old world charm to it.

This is from the owners of Quench pub in Mumbai and comes with a great amount of experience which clearly shows in the food and experience here. The ambiance is super nice with really amazing service. The service is really quick and the staff is really courteous and great. We were served by Milan and he made sure that we were well taken care of. I also really appreciate that this was one of the few places where the staff had their masks on and in the right place actually covering their noses. Kudos! The cuisine served is a modern, Chinese style fusion one. They start with some really delicious prawn crackers with mayo.

We ate the below things:

Grilled Pomfret with butter garlic sauce: the Pomfret was really fresh and was quite large in size. This was served with a really creamy and brilliant butter garlic sauce. The dish was brilliant.

Sloppy boeee in chicken: this was a really good meal in itself. It was served with a side of a slaw and some fries. This was some chunky mince meat in an Asian style sauce stuffed inside some poi or goan bread. I really wish this could be served as a meal in Mumbai as well.

Thai curry in prawns with steamed rice:  this was easily the best Thai curry that I have ever tried and would definitely recommend this. The curry was creamy and very spicy and had a very slight hint of lemongrass with some really good prawns.

Fried rice with Chilli oyster gravy: the fried rice was a really good one and the oyster sauce had a hint of sweetness and a great amount of spice. Really well made.

We really enjoyed the food here and can't wait to come back to it. It really was great and the prices were quite reasonable as well. Must...

This place is great! Atmosphere is chill and cool and the staff is also really friendly.👌🏻 They know what they’re doing and what they’re talking about, and you can tell making the customers happy is their main priority.❤️ Staff are extremely knowledgeable and make great recommendations.👍🏻 What I ordered :

Wonton Crackers with mayo and spicy sauce on the house 😉 Cocktails: Everglow- It was super refreshing. The cocktail was made of Vodka, lemon grass, ginger and sugarcane juice. Amazing day- This cocktail was a combination of gin and tonic with blueberry and lavender kombucha. Mojito - Couldn't have been any better. This was a combination of white rum with lime and soda.

Mocktail: Roadtrip- Perfectly Balanced Mocktail with sugarcane juice, ginger lime and lemongrass.

Starters: Squids and onions, Golden rings - Crispy Squids with onion rings along with Wasabi mayo, green dynamite sauce and pickled radish.

Devil’s Chicken - Chilly chicken with curry leaves and coconut along with some mixed herb salad.

Mushroom Tso'ud- A heavenly dish for all vegetarians out there. Mushroom stuffed with cheese with schezwan sauce.

Main course: The Baoee of Heaven- It is spicy, juicy, mouthwatering Poee bun with minced mushrooms with BBQ sauce and spicy fries.

Desserts : Frozen fantasy - Fried ice cream with honey with toasted sesame seeds. Childhood dreams - Ice cream sandwiched between two parle G's dipped in chocolate sauce with roasted cashew.

From the starter to the dessert the quality and tastes of everything was outstanding.👏🏻 The Baoee of Heaven, Devils Chicken and the Mushroom Tso' ud might have been the best meal I have ever been served. Service was delightful and very professional.🤤 The service is unmatched. The staff truly cares about your experience. The food is absolutely amazing.👌🏻 Absolutely the best meal we had while in Anjuna. Highly...

During a recent visit to goa, I had the pleasure of indulging in one of the most satisfying meals I’ve had in a while. My experience was not just about the food but also about the impeccable service and warm ambiance that made the outing truly memorable.

The restaurant offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere, blending modern decor with a hint of traditional charm. The lighting is soft, creating a relaxed vibe, perfect for unwinding over a meal. The seating arrangement is thoughtfully designed, ensuring privacy while maintaining an open, friendly feel.

We decided to keep it simple yet flavorful, opting for a classic curry with rice. The dish exceeded all expectations. The curry was perfectly balanced with rich, aromatic spices and a creamy texture that tantalized the taste buds. Each bite carried layers of flavor, showcasing the chef’s expertise in blending spices. The rice, cooked to perfection, was fluffy and light, complementing the curry beautifully.

What truly stood out was the freshness of the ingredients. The vegetables were vibrant, and the protein was tender and flavorful, indicating the use of high-quality produce. This dish is a testament to the restaurant’s dedication to delivering authentic and hearty meals.

The service was a highlight of our visit, thanks to Shibu, who went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable dining experience. Shibu greeted us with a warm smile and was incredibly attentive without being intrusive. From recommending dishes to ensuring our glasses were never empty, Shibu’s professionalism and friendly demeanor added a personal touch to the meal. It’s rare to find someone so genuinely invested in making customers feel welcome and valued.

I’m looking forward to returning and exploring more of the menu. For now, this place has earned a spot on my list...