Destination Malta

Eating & drinking

Eating in Malta is an experience enjoyed to excess, varying from fresh fish to traditional rabbit stew. Most restaurants have a very good wine list, containing both local and imported wines.

Ciappetti

The baroque surroundings and fine inner courtyard make Ciapetti one of the island's finest restaurants, situated at the centre of the attractive city of Mdina. At Ciapetti you will find an extensive menu with Mediterranean dishes.
Address: 5 St. Agatha's Esplanade, Mdina

Il Barcaiolo Ristorante

In this restaurant you will find fresh Mediterranean fish and also Maltese dishes such as rabbit, bragioli and Maltese sausage, all home-made.
Address: Tourists Street, Bugibba.

Drive In Restaurant

Here you can choose the fresh fish you want for yourself. Lobster is one of the Drive In's chief specialities. Drive In is also known for its tasty tournedos cooked as you like it, and Maltese-style rabbit.
Address: Tamar Street, Qawra

Cafés

Whether you are now in a village or at the waterside, you can always find a good café. The prices are very reasonable and most cafeterias on the island offer a wide choice of light snacks.

282 Coffee Garden

This is one of the capital's most popular cafés. Here you can relax and experience the pleasing atmosphere of a 17th century building.
Address: Republic Street, Valletta

Corner Coffee

This family business specialises in light snacks, ice-cream, delicious pastries and a wide selection of tobaccos.
Address: Ghar id-dud Street, Sliema

Il-Koppla

This café lies in the heart of the fine village of Mosta, just a few meters from the famous Rotunda Church. This church is famous for its dome, the fifth largest in Europe.
Address: Rotunda Square, Mosta