RR Circle Member Siddharth Dhanvant Shanghvi’s Favourite Haunts in North Goa

North Goa has long been misread as either bohemian excess or beachside nostalgia. For Siddharth Dhanvant Shanghvi, author, investor, and RR Circle member, it is something far more nuanced, defined by discretion, craft, and a slower, more intentional rhythm of living. His personal map of the region favours restored villas over hot spots, chefs with conviction over hype, and spaces that reward curiosity rather than performance.

From Japanese izakayas tucked into Anjuna lanes to women-led produce hubs and unshowy wellness sanctuaries, this guide by Siddharth is carefully curated with places in Goa that reflect taste and thought.

Cafés & Restaurants

JSan, Anjuna

Japanese izakaya with Goan susegad manners; come hungry, stay late. One of Goa’s hidden jewels - it has the bones of a classic.
Address: Next to Cliff’s Monty Guesthouse, opposite Artjuna, Monteiro Vaddo, Anjuna, Goa- 403509

Solene, Moira

A members’ club inside an old Portuguese villa: quiet-luxury Goa, minus the performance. The food is original and spectacular, and the staff is the gold standard.
Address: Survey 157/3, House No 851, Gautham, Also known as Primiero Todd, Moide, Goa- 403508

Izumi, Assagao

Bandra’s cult Japanese export, now hiding in Botanique’s tropical green. Book ahead. Chef Raphael is committed to his stellar program.
Address: 45, Mapusa – Anjuna – Chapora Rd, Assagao, Bardez, Goa- 403507

Image courtesy: alag (Right), The Foundry (Left)

The Foundry, Nagoa (Arpora side)

Restored-warehouse, laterite-and-concrete chic; reliable, all-day comfort with the occasional “supper bar” mood.
Address: 89/1 B Fuldem, Nagva, Arpora, Goa- 403516

G Shot Coffee Roastery, Assagao

A garden roastery for people who actually care about coffee and want lunch that delights. The cakes are spectacular.
Address: HQX9+QJ9, H. No 436, Socol Vaddo, Bouta Waddo, Assagao, Goa- 403507

State of Good Vibes, Moira

Sourdough, “gut-friendly” café plates, and a villa that makes you linger. Spot Moira’s A-list sparklers put their feet up here.
Address: Villa no. 169, Villa Mor, Before Pirazona Water Tank, near St Xavier High School, Moide, Goa- 403508

Image courtesy: JSan (Right), Solene (Left)

alag., Siolim

A women-led neighbourhood coffee spot that doubles as a soft-focus creative studio: excellent coffee, baked beauties, and the rare Goan surfer vibe that makes you slow down without trying. The sandos are the best in Goa.
Address: House 9A-1A, Igrez Vaddo, near Siolim Health Centre

Shopping

The Flame Store, Assagao/Anjuna belt

Resort-wear and home objects in pretty old villas; an easy “just browsing” that turns into bags. Founder Jagvir Matharoo is a genius, a dream painter, with a singular and sublime vision.
Address: 41, Mapusa Main Rd; opposite Gunpowder Restaurant, Saunta Vaddo, Anjuna, Assagao, Goa- 403510

Savio Jon, Siolim

A brilliant designer’s river-facing home turned atelier: intimate, archival, very Siolim—where you go “just to look” but leave with a memory that doubles as an artefact. Jon is a true taste maker; his eye for objects is as whimsical as it is exceptional.
Address: 280, Fernandes Vaddo, Siolim 403517

Image courtesy: The Flame Store (Right), Paper Boat Collective (Left)

Ethico, Siolim

North Goa’s most useful “conscious living” stop: a plastic-free home store and café where you can pick up pantry staples, beautiful basics, and the feeling that your holiday isn’t generating a small landfill. The best organic muesli and joy-triggering carrot cake.
Address: House No 45/2, Igrez Wado Marna, Siolim

Paper Boat Collective, Sangolda

A slow-living concept store in a 100-year-old villa: artisan finds, good ethics, better temptation.
Address: H No. 248, Bella Vista, Near Alua Resort, Sangolda, Goa- 403511

Produce & Suppliers

The First House Produce, Saligao

Hydroponic, pesticide-free greens grown on a restored-villa estate; you’ll taste the difference.
Address: Muddavaddi, Saligao, Goa- 403511

Image courtesy: The First House Produce (Right), Vnya (Left)

Vnya, Sangolda

Organic staples and refined pantry favourites via their Aldona store. Founder Supriya is passionate about organic produce and stocks the best millet papaya in town.
Address: House No.248, Bella Vista, near Alua Resort, Parvorim, Goa, Penha de Franca, Goa- 403511

Green Chokarees, Siolim

Women-owned, zero-waste “real food” hub: sustainable pantry and chemical-free produce. Jasmine and Nivedita are pure joy - and scholars of food.
Address: 707, Dsouza Villa, Lane, Porta Vaddo, next to blue house, Siolim, Goa- 403517

Wellness

Sunbird Shala, Aldona

A field-and-lake-view shala under trees; gentle, community-rooted, unshowy. (Quittla, Aldona; RSVP + bring your mat; book via Sunbird Healing site)
Address: 284/1, Udoim ward, Naicavaddo, Aldona, Goa- 403508