Bar Goa - Chicago
Bar Goa
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Bar Goa is a vibrant Indian restaurant and cocktail bar situated in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago. Nestled in the lively party district on Hubbard Street, Bar Goa offers a taste of India's sunny southwest coast with a menu featuring incredible seafood dishes, traditional Indian favorites, and a comprehensive selection of vegan and gluten-free options. Transport yourself to a land of electronic music and stunning beaches at Bar Goa.
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Nestled in a vibrant setting with lively music blending recent hits and Bollywood beats, this restaurant offers an engaging “India Beach Vibe” perfect for groups and date nights. The cocktail menu is inventive, complementing a diverse menu that caters well to both vegan and non-vegan diners. Signature dishes like prawn-chorizo fried rice and butter chicken croquettes stand out, though some find certain curries and fried rice variations either overly salty or inconsistent. Service is friendly but occasionally slow or error-prone. Overall, the atmosphere shines, making it worth a visit despite uneven food temperatures and flavors.
The only reason to visit this place is for the drinks. The music is incredibly loud. We tried everything on the menu, and the only dish we enjoyed was the croquettes. It’s odd that they serve Hawaiian bread with Indian dishes.
Whether you're in the mood for dinner, a quick appetizer, or just a cocktail, this place always delivers. It's fantastic!
Incredible food! We visit this place primarily for the delicious meals. However, the music is a bit too loud—there's really no need for it to be that way since it's not a club atmosphere. Diners are just trying to enjoy their meals and have conversations.
Here’s what I tried: - **Shrimp Kolidwada**: Absolutely delicious! Fried in a Goan style with a delightful red pepper chutney. - **Poi Bread with Burnt Garlic Butter**: This was my first experience with burnt garlic butter, and I absolutely loved it slathered on the poi bread. - **Bombay Biryani**: Rich and hearty, it's generously filled with chicken curry beneath a fluffy bed of rice and aromatic spices. - **Malwani Fish Curry**: A flavorful dish featuring cumin, fenugreek, coconut milk, and garlic, among other spices—simply savory and well-seasoned! - **Jingle Fever**: This drink tastes like adult Cinnamon Toast Crunch and is only available for the season! It features a homemade gingerbread syrup that’s to die for! Most nights of the week, you can enjoy a lively atmosphere with DJs or curated playlists, including during their Bollywood Brunches on Saturdays and Sundays! Fun Fact: Bar Goa is woman-owned and minority Asian-owned! Make sure to stop by and tell them Bri from Planes and Plates sent you! Enjoy!
Menu
Entrées
Samosa Bomb$8.7Cheesy Pao Bread$11.6Keema Chili Fries$15.5Fried Chicken Xacuti Wings$17.5Side Dishes
Lemon Black Pepper Aioli$1.9Recheado Remoulade$1.9