Rubino

Restaurant · Valletta

Rubino

Restaurant · Valletta

53 Old Bakery Street, Il-Belt Valletta, Malta

Highlights

Maltese & Italian fare, renowned cassata Siciliana, rustic charm

53 Old Bakery Street, Il-Belt Valletta, Malta Get directions

rubinomalta.com

@rubinomalta

€50+

@michelinguide

"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

https://guide.michelin.com/en/malta-south-eastern-region/valletta/restaurant/rubino

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@michelinguide

The MICHELIN Guide Malta 2023 is Launched Today!

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

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/the-michelin-guide-malta-2023-is-launched-today

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@michelinguide

A gourmet getaway to Valletta

"Received a Bib Gourmand in 2020 and is renowned for its traditional cuisine, served in a setting as rustic as it is charming." - Le Guide MICHELIN

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/travel/a-gourmet-getaway-to-valletta

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@michelinguide

MICHELIN Guide Malta 2020 Debuts With Three Starred Restaurants

"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

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/news-and-views/michelin-guide-malta-2020-debut

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@michelinguide

MICHELIN Guide Malta 2020: Three Michelin Stars and Three Bib Gourmands

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/features/michelin-guide-malta-2020-three-michelin-stars-and-three-bib-gourmands

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David Fenech

Google

This former pastry shop has gained a reputation as a high end restaurant over the last 20-30 years and due to its central location in Valletta it is difficult to expect a table without booking ahead, which our party thankfully did. All diners are given the manager’s briefing on the contents of the day’s menu, so one is well informed on what’s available on the off. My steamed octopus was on the chewy side but very tasty, and while the fried rabbit was excellent. The attention we received from the manager was first class and we ate and drank till late, finishing off with a Gozitan carob liquor offered on the house. Pricing is not cheap, but the service levels and food quality can explain this.

Alex Lewis

Google

Absolutely incredible experience. We came last minute as a group of 7 for lunch, they sat us downstairs in the cellar. Really cool vibe and a nice reprieve from the heat outside. Kevin served us and recommended the rabbit for all of us. It was absolutely phenomenal. Other highlights were the fried goat cheese and the calamari. Very reasonably priced and one of the best meals I’ve had. 10/10 would recommend

FatGoose

Google

Friday dinner at Rubino in Valletta and it didn’t disappoint. We started with the mushrooms — simple and tasty. OX tongue and the rabbit stew were the main course. Both were tender, rich, and full of flavor. Cozy spot with friendly service. Worth a visit if you want to try well-made local Maltese dishes.

Lewis Campbell

Google

Favourite meal of recent holiday to Valletta. Many great looking Maltese or Italian dishes with local twist. Very good value even when we picked the expensive prawn for one of our mains. Attentive service and really enjoyable atmosphere. The veal milanese was exceptional.

Saskia Hammond

Google

Such a lovely atmosphere and incredibly friendly staff. I wish I had asked our server’s name as he was so helpful and kind. He recommended a lovely Maltese wine and made sure that I could find something to eat on the menu. My boyfriend really wanted to try this restaurant and I wasn’t sure what vegan options they’d have but the chef came out and personally explained what he could do for me. The dish was absolutely delicious. Would recommend.

Marta Red

Google

The restaurant is small and intimate, with a wonderful, family-like atmosphere. It’s best to book a table in advance! I tried smoked octopus here for the first time and I really loved it! The Fenek Moqli was simply perfect – it’s been a long time since I had such tender and delicious meat. A wonderful evening in a wonderful atmosphere!

Cathy Tsui

Google

Inside the restaurant it’s TOO hot to dine in, almost feeling 30°C, in a sauna. We kept sweating in our faces turning red while eating. We told the waiter it’s too hot inside but they said there’s nothing they could do because the sun it’s out and the AC is already turned on, but obviously the AC it’s not working and broken. It’s shown as 17° C but is broken. We are very disappointed with the experiences the way they didn’t do anything to help with the problems very bad experiences. We have been to many Michelin restaurants and this is one of the worst experiences.

C G

Google

Lucking to get last minute reservation today at 2pm for tonight. Service was amazing. Food was divine. Excellent meal and ambience.