Fernandõ Gastrotheque
Fine dining restaurant · Sliema ·
Creative Mediterranean cuisine, extensive wine list, and attentive service
Creative Mediterranean cuisine, extensive wine list, and attentive service
"This small restaurant, almost hidden among the quiet side streets of Sliema, has become a reliable spot for fine dining on the island of Malta, and it continues to be so after the recent change of chef, which took place at the end of 2024, when Hiram Cassar was promoted from sous chef to head chef. The menu is limited but well-structured, with dishes based on creative recipes often developed from a small number of ingredients, seeking balance and elegance: the raw red snapper on a bed of chopped olives and sea vegetables is excellent, topped with grapes and almonds and then completed at the table with a delightful almond milk sauce. The efficient service also includes managing an excellent wine list with over 700 labels and many tasting options available by the glass, including some top wines." - Michelin Inspector
"Fernandõ Gastrotheque is led by Chef Hiram Cassar, who develops creative recipes with carefully selected ingredients for elegant results." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Fernandõ Gastrotheque has an impressive wine list ©Ishmael Borg" - The MICHELIN Guide
"This small, quiet, French-style bistro is informal yet elegant, with contemporary furnishings. The highly talented chef creates Mediterranean dishes with the occasional international touch and plenty of character, all prepared from the best seasonal ingredients. The wine list is worth a mention, featuring over 600 labels from across the globe with a particular emphasis on France and Italy." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team
"Newly added to this year’s Michelin Guide Malta, this cosy, popular Sliema bistro serves appetising Mediterranean cuisine and boasts an impressive wine selection." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team
