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If you’re looking for an insider’s guide to the best restaurants in Malta, we’ve put together a list of our recommended top 10 restaurants to experience mouthwatering cuisine, stunning views, and impressive wine lists!
1. The Medina RestaurantSome of the restaurants are located in historic buildings, some within bastion walls, and some offer impressive views of the sea, however they all have one thing in common – they serve some of the best food in Malta! We always highly recommend placing a reservation in advance to ensure availability during your visit.
Why We Like It: For its location – inside one of Mdina’s oldest buildings – its delicious Mediterranean cuisine, and delightful courtyard.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Price Range: €€€€
Tel: +356 21454004
Address: 7 Holy Cross Street, Mdina MDN1231
2. Barracuda Restaurant
Why We Like It: Located in an 18th century seaside villa on the edge of Balluta Bay, the Barracuda Restaurant specializes in fresh fish and carpaccio.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Price Range: €€€€
Tel: +356 21331817
Address: 94/195 Main Street, St. Julians, SLM05
3. Ta'Kris Restaurant
Why We Like It: It’s a family run restaurant located inside an old bakery that serves traditional Maltese and Mediterranean cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
Dress Code: Casual
Price Range: €€-€€€
Tel: +356 21337367
Address: 80 Fawwara Lane, Sliema SLM 1670
4. Rampila Restaurant
Why We Like It: Its a romantic Mediterranean restaurant located within the bastion walls of Valletta with a terrace tucked between the inner and outer fortifications.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Price Range: €€€€
Tel: +356 21226625
Address: 1 St. Johns Cavalier, Valletta VLT 1110
5. Legligin Wine Bar
Why We Like It: It is cozy with a relaxed atmosphere, wide selection of wines, and fresh Maltese and Mediterranean cuisine.
Dress Code: Casual
Price Range: €€-€€€
Tel: +356 21221699
Address: 117/119, Santa Lucia Street, Valletta
6. Rubino Restaurant
Why We Like It: Established in 1906, it is one of the oldest restaurants in Valletta; it serves excellent Maltese and Mediterranean food in a smart yet relaxed setting.
Dress Code: Casual
Price Range: €€-€€€
Tel: +356 21224656
Address: 53 Triq il-Fran | 53, Old Bakery Street, Valletta VLT 1454
7. Bacchus Restaurant
Why We Like It: It is an atmospheric restaurant located within the fortifications of Mdina that serves Mediterranean, vegetarian friendly cuisine.
Dress Code: Casual
Price Range: €€-€€€
Tel: +356 21454981
Address: 1 Iguanez Street, Mdina 1030
8. Giannini Restaurant
Why We Like It: A family-run restaurant serving only the freshest ingredients of Mediterranean cuisine in a truly unique location with breathtaking views of Manoel Island and Marsamxett Harbor.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Price Range: €€€€
Tel: +356 21237121
Address: 23 Windmill Street, Valletta VLT 11
9. Umami Restaurant
Why We Like It: It's a unique restaurant that serves high quality Maltese food with the freshest ingredients whose menu changes according to the season.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Price Range: €€€€
Tel: +356 27134134
Address: 20, Saqajja Hill, Rabat
10. The Chophouse
Why We Like It: One of Malta’s leading meat restaurants, it offers a great choice of succulent steaks and a variety of starters. Book a table on the terrace for amazing views of Valletta across the harbor.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Price Range: €€€€
Tel: +356 20603355
Address: Censu Xerri Street, Tigné Point, Sliema
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