Bhingi - Cassabe de Ponda

This restaurant in Ponda is one of the oldest hotels in the area. They originally started in a small hut, but their food quality has always been consistently delicious. Over the years, they have expanded and now have a chain of hotels and restaurants in Goa.

This restaurant recently opened and we stopped by for lunch after noticing a big sign advertising buffet menus. It is located on NH 17 in Guirim village, near Mapusa in North Goa. It is directly opposite Mr. Farmer's garden center and has parking available for approximately 10 cars. The owner greeted us warmly and explained all the dishes available for the buffet lunch on the first floor. The a la carte option is available on the ground floor, and they also offer take-out service. We found only one table occupied when we went in, so seating was not an issue. The buffet was easily accessible and we were impressed by the variety of dishes. For just Rs. 180.00, we got rice, naan, daal, prawn curry, sweets, chicken xacuti, kismur, a fried fish (pomfret or kingfish), a bottle of water, papad, pickles, etc. Everything was delicious and we were glad we stopped by. Kudos to the management for offering such good food at a reasonable price. I will definitely be returning soon. Since it was a buffet, I cannot comment on the service, but everything we asked for was promptly brought to our table. The staff was friendly and helpful.

This is one of the oldest hotels in Ponda.They started their hotel when in a small hut.The food quality was damn tasty then and still now.They have grown at a good level and now they do have their chain of hotels and take away in...More

We stumbled upon this newly opened restaurant during lunchtime and were enticed by the buffet meal advertised on a large sign. Situated on the main highway NH 17 in the village of Guirim, near Mapuca, North Goa, the restaurant is conveniently located opposite the garden center of "Mr. Farmer" with parking space for about 10 cars. Upon entering, we were warmly welcomed by the owner who provided detailed explanations of the available dishes. Opting for the buffet lunch on the first floor, we found the dining area spacious with only one table occupied. The buffet spread included rice, naan, daal, prawn curry, vegetables, chicken xacuti, "kismur," and a choice of fried fish (pomfret or kingfish, subject to availability). Priced at a very affordable Rs. 180.00, the meal also came with a 500ml bottle of water, papad, pickles, and more. The food was delicious and we left satisfied, impressed by the quality and value offered by the restaurant. The friendly and attentive staff contributed to our pleasant experience. Overall, we were extremely pleased with our visit and look forward to returning soon.