The best restaurants Valette

It goes without saying that the superb decor is the first pleasure of the restaurant installed since 2019 in the Muza's premises. Inside room with windows overlooking one of the museum rooms or entrance patio that houses a few tables, in front of the well. So much so that the place has become a must for selfies or photos, very kindly taken by the servers. The menu is based on a few suggestions such as black risotto with goat cheese, spaghetti with seafood, but also a very beautiful burger or a poached fish fillet, with a neat presentation whose visual must recall one of the museum's paintings, illustrating the menu. The dishes are extremely copious. Unless you're hungry like a wolf, don't hesitate to choose the "starter" format, the volume of which could already be split in two. A light classical music in the background completes the picture. Staff attentive to ensuring that the service runs smoothly.

This restaurant can be used as a stopping-off point after visiting The Malta Experience, which is located right next door. First of all, you'll appreciate the restaurant's large, long terrace, with its breathtaking view of the sea and the three cities. Depending on the time of day, you can opt for a full breakfast, savour a traditional Maltese ftira or opt for the excellent homemade pasta. Those with a sweet tooth may be tempted by the carrot cake.

A well-known address among locals, hidden by the impressive number of restaurants overlooking beautiful Spinola Bay. The staff in their orange and blue uniforms will probably suggest you sit inside, but insist on a place on the upstairs terrace, one of the restaurant's attractions. From there, you can enjoy a light-filled aperitif - those of the surrounding hotels - on a small, intimate balcony, out of sight and very romantic, around an assortment of mezzés ranging from gjena tal-bzan (cheese) to kapunata (ratatouille), all to be spread on crunchy mize dips (Maltese bread). For the hungrier, the traditional menu will do the trick. Finding a Maltese address in St Julians is almost a feat!

This small restaurant is discreet and has a rather dark room, but it offers a nice terrace where it is nice to sit in the evening, when the cars are no longer circulating. A la carte, you will be able to appreciate excellent seafood and good fish such as lampuki, in season. The philosophy of the house is to bet on market cuisine, well cooked and served at an affordable price, which will be tested through a wide selection of daily dishes. A good address that can be savoured from the delicious bruchettas offered to accompany the aperitif.

You will discover a Mediterranean-inspired cuisine prepared by Christopher, the chef and owner of the restaurant. Given the quality of the preparations, the prices are very honourable. The dish of the day is displayed at the entrance to make you salivate. Fish and pasta are the main courses and hot starters (such as the delicious goat cheese soufflé) are highly recommended. We also recommend a Maltese speciality, rabbit with dates, which is very successful. The décor, which mixes ancient and modern, is very pleasant. An excellent address.

Just next to the San Giuliano, because it is part of the same family, this restaurant serves local specialities, but also pizzas, pasta, historical, salads… A priority advisor to be able to return before the end of the stay.

It's one of the restaurants at the Palace Hotel. Located on the ninth floor, it offers refined and delicious cuisine in a Zen and magical setting, as the view of Sliema by night and the port of Valletta from the restaurant's terrace is breathtaking. It will be the opportunity to taste all the flavours of Asia: Japanese, Thai, Indian, Chinese, Filipino, Indonesian, Korean, Vietnamese and Malaysian. All revisited with an original touch. We recommend the smoked sushi platter or the Pekingese duck.

It is the King's Own Band Club headquarters and a very recommendable address for those who want to taste Maltese cuisine in a local atmosphere and at very soft prices. You will soon recognize those who come to talk, watch television or play. It is family with good and plentiful Maltese cuisine, fish specialities and continental dishes. The servings are more generous (large salads and risottos), the more wanted dishes and the very careful presentation (the whole hippurus and the rabbit in stew take advantage of large coloured plates). And the rates were still very modest. Recommended by Petit Smart and several readers.

On the first floor, a small restaurant with good Maltese pasta, in an original setting, since it is a space of the first Maltese political party. Photographs of politicians adorn the stairs. «Tourists Welcome», dixit the sign. Two noisy televisions. Billiards, bar.

Maltese specialities in a restaurant all dressed in stone. A calm and relaxing atmosphere for stir-fried snails, stuffed rabbit, fish or duck or ravioli. The tree terrace adds charm to this excellent address where the service is impeccable.

It is one of the restaurants that offers a terrace on Spinola Bay. It is far from being the most expensive and it is one of the best. The warm interior is as pleasant as the outer space, just steps away from the boats. Here, the flavours of the Mediterranean (from west to east) are of honour. Paella meet Turkish grills; you will amaze between Greek and Lebanese mezze. The wine list is also provided.

Close to the Grandharbour Hotel, this Italian restaurant is open only at noon with a clientele of businessmen and office staff who give it a nice club atmosphere. The terrace in height is very pleasant. A reduced card and simple, well-made dishes, including fish. Excellent pasta and good desserts. Small prices.

An interesting address. The restaurant is located just a stone's throw from the Grand Masters Palace. Under elegant vaults, you can enjoy huge pasta or risottos dishes accompanied by sometimes original sauces (at Amaretto, Pernod, fresh vegetables, etc.). The dish of tortellinis scatolati surrounded by a delicious crust is particularly rich. Huge and varied pizzas are also on the menu.

The cheapest restaurant at the Waterfront Promenade. Basic dishes (pasta, pizza, salads…), but rich. Decorated like a large boat, the frame will please children. Good service.

A Japanese design restaurant where you can eat sushi. Also a mini-area bakery where you can take a quick breakfast for less than 5 €.

It combines the ambience of an old bistro with an arty decor, featuring weathered woodwork, vintage bottles, antiques and contemporary art. The menu features exceptional spontaneous market cuisine, with dishes that vary according to the season and the inspiration of the chef, who favors local sourcing. The restaurant also boasts a top-notch wine list, as well as a very small terrace, which is much sought-after and often crowded in fine weather.

If you had to choose just one on the long seafront promenade, this would be it. A restaurant with a terrace overlooking Saint-Laurent Church and the Malta Maritime Museum on the other side of the shore. The view at sunset is breathtaking. Take a pizza from the à la carte menu, you won't be disappointed... Surprised, on the other hand, you may well be, particularly by the spicy dough, which looks more like a clafoutis than a fine Italian dish. But by the taste too, and the gourmet filling for a lower price. You get what you pay for. If you're lucky, the cannons of Valletta will punctuate every bite as you watch in amazement.

Sisters Ramona and Roberta Precca are much talked about in Valletta's gastronomic scene with this restaurant, and two other culinary addresses, all new in the area. The Palazzo is a rather chic place where local Italian-inspired, contemporary and refined cuisine is served. On the menu: lots of fresh fish that will be presented to you before being cooked, seafood and also meats. For example, try the octopus carpaccio or the traditional rabbit accompanied by garlic and wine.

It will be difficult to forget its address, since that's what it says right off the bat. As far as location is concerned, it couldn't be better: right in the center of Valletta, a few steps from the Palace of the Grand Masters. And that's where, since 2017, it offers a high-end restaurant in a decor that is just as high-end. No flagship dish but a menu that changes every 8 weeks and gives priority to local and seasonal. In short, more of a culinary experience than a meal. The terrace of this multi-awarded restaurant is logically taken by storm.

It's one of the Maltese's favorite spots. Frequented by surfers and sports fans who come here to watch various matches on the big screen, but not only. The real bonus of this 3-storey bar-grill is the beautiful panoramic views over the sea, which you can enjoy from the comfort of your own chair. You can choose the higher perspective to enjoy a pizza and a giant salad, or opt for the lower terrace, just a stone's throw from Sliema's little pools, to enjoy a fresh orange juice or a cocktail, before taking a dip.