Maltese & Italian fare, seafood, homemade pasta, cassata

"It is one of the oldest restaurants in Valletta, having opened its doors in 1906. Now a welcoming, family-run bistro, it offers Mediterranean cuisine that blends Maltese tradition with Italian recipes. The menu changes daily based on fresh, local market supplies. Their specialty is house-smoked octopus served on a carrot purée." - Michelin Inspector

"One of the four Bib Gourmand awarded restaurants which retains their status from last year." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

"Unashamedly traditional Maltese fare is served alongside Italian dishes at this heartwarming, historic bistro, which is set on a narrow road in the Old Town. It’s a deservedly busy spot, which is personally and proudly run, and timeless classics like fenek moqli or gurbell al cartoccioare are authentically presented, great value and full of flavour." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

"Awarded a Bib Gourmand in 2020, this rustic and charming spot is renowned for traditional cooking; the fish soup with garlic (aljotta) is hearty, as are the rabbit dishes—especially the famous stuffat tal-fenek—and the home-made Sicilian cassata cake, served since 1906, is a firm favourite." - Le Guide MICHELIN

"A long-standing favourite where you can choose classic Maltese and Italian dishes from the blackboard – don’t leave without ordering the cassata Siciliana, which has been on the menu since 1906! Sit in one of three cosy, traditional rooms and receive hands-on service from the owner." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team