Review Namaste Bar & Restaurant Candolim Goa

 Sometimes it pays to take a walk down a side road once in a while. You may be surprised by what you find.

Ideally named, Namaste, the Hindu meaning - "I bow to the divine in you."  Has the air of a secret place, filled with serenity. This  small garden setting, is nestled on a peaceful lane from the hustle and activity of Candolim High street.

STAFF

MR and I were received with smiles and a gracious welcome by the two waiters, Shankar and Hemant that then proceeded to serve us for the rest of the evening.

Both young men were well-presented, attentive and polite. As well as both being professional. The evening was even more enjoyable with their chit-chat and humour.  It wasn’t just our table, I noticed them both give the same undivided attention, banter and wit to all the guests that night.

SERVICE

No sooner had we sat, we were given a menu and a drinks order was taken. Drinks were served quickly and efficiently.

On looking at the menu there were so many nice things, MR R and I were spoilt for choice. When Shankar came to take our order, we had so many questions to ask. “What does this come with?”  - “How many pork chops?” – “What fish is used?” To name but a few. I felt dreadful asking so many questions. Nevertheless, Shankar’s splendid knowledge of the menu answered all of our questions without a bat of an eye.  

Finally, when ready to order food Shankar was there promptly, to take our order. Having repeated our order, but also included what the dish would come with, he informed us our order would take 30 minutes, asking if we would like more drinks.

Food arrived 30 minutes after ordering, asking if we would like more drinks.

Table check on food, and once more asking if we needed drinks.

HYGIENE

The restaurant and bar area, spotless, neat and tidy. So too was the tandoori area, with a well presented chef in whites and a hat. I had a quick glance into the kitchen that looked hygienic, seeing all the staff in whites and hairnets or hats.  

Toilets were well maintained, clean and fresh smelling, with toilet paper and soap, although no paper hand towels. I even had a quick look in the mens!! They were of the same standard.

FOOD

Malai Chicken Tikka - Rupees 235/£2.73/€3.08/₽211.28/₴104.57/$3.71

A tender, juicy, creamy Chicken Tikka Kabab marinated with cheese, fresh cream and spices. Served with Jacket potato and salad.

Paneer Tikka - Rupees 235/£2.73/€3.08/₽211.28/₴104.57/$3.71

Succulent chucks of Indian cottage cheese marinated in spices and cooked in a tandoor. Served with jacket potato and salad.

Vegetable Jalfrezi - Rupees 200/£2.33/€2.63/₽179.81/₴89.00/$3.16

An Indian Chinese curry. Packed full of vegetables, marinated in oil spices and green chillies then fried into a thick sauce that was just the right of spiciness to tickle your taste buds.

 Roti - Rupees 25/£0.29/€0.33/₽22.48/₴11.12/$0.40

 

DRINKS

30ml vodka Rupees 30/£0.35/€0.39/₽26.97/₴13.35/$0.47

Large Kingfisher Beer Rupees 90/£1.05/€1.18/₽80.92/₴40.05/$1.42

Diet coke Rupees 60/£0.70/€0.79/₽53.95/₴26.70/$0.95

 

THE SCORES:

FIRST IMPRESSIONS 5/5

AMBIENCE 5/5

STAFF    5/5

SERVICE 5/5

HYGIENE   5/5  

FOOD  5/5  

DRINKS 5/5

 

 

 

 

OVERALL SCORE  5/5 Red Hot chillies 

WOULD I GO AGAIN? Certainly I really want to try more of this menu. This restaurant is now on my list of return to.

 

 

AND THERE IS MORE!

Wednesday and Sunday night Karaoke with Raj.

Namaste Bar & Restaurant Candolim Goa

Opposite Lemon Tree Hotels towards Park Inn Lane 403515 Candolim

Tel: 098508 16560