Malta’s restaurant scene has grown fast. The 2026 MICHELIN Guide lists 48 restaurants across Malta and Gozo, including one with two stars and six with one star, and there are plenty of brilliant family places that no guide covers. This is our list at Experiences Malta, organised by area so you can find somewhere good wherever you are staying.
Two MICHELIN stars
ION Harbour, Valletta
One MICHELIN star
Six restaurants
Bib Gourmand (good value)
Five restaurants
Best area for choice
Valletta
How we chose: we include places recognised by the MICHELIN Guide and long-standing local favourites, and we say where each recommendation comes from.
Map of the Best Restaurants in Malta
The restaurants from this guide on a map, so you can find what is near your hotel.
Commando
Mediterranean cooking at moderate prices near Mellieħa Bay.
De Mondion
Fine dining on the roof of The Xara Palace, on Mdina's bastions, with views across Malta.
ION Harbour by Simon Rogan
Tasting menus built on Maltese produce, on the rooftop of Iniala Harbour House above the Grand Harbour.
Is-Serkin
Rabat's famous pastizzi stop, a short walk from Mdina.
Legligin
A tasting run of Maltese meze dishes with local wines.
Noni
Modern cooking with Mediterranean and French influences on Republic Street.
Rubino
Traditional Maltese cooking at moderate prices in the heart of Valletta.
Tartarun
Fish and seafood in Malta's best-known fishing village.
Terrone
Fish and seafood in the Three Cities, across the Grand Harbour from Valletta.
Under Grain
Fine dining downstairs at the Rosselli hotel, with the good-value Grain Street upstairs.
MICHELIN-Starred Restaurants in Malta (2026)
| Restaurant | Stars | Where |
|---|---|---|
| ION Harbour by Simon Rogan | Two stars | Valletta |
| Noni | One star | Valletta |
| Under Grain | One star | Valletta |
| De Mondion | One star | Mdina |
| Rosamì | One star | St Julian’s |
| Le GV | One star | Sliema |
| Fernandõ Gastrotheque | One star | Sliema |
Malta’s Bib Gourmand restaurants, which MICHELIN picks for good food at moderate prices, are Rubino and Grain Street in Valletta, AYU in Gżira, Commando in Mellieħa and Verbena in Mġarr.
Best Restaurants in Valletta
ION Harbour by Simon Rogan
Tasting menus built on Maltese produce, on a rooftop above the Grand Harbour.
Noni
Modern cooking with Mediterranean and French influences.
Under Grain and Grain Street
Two restaurants in one building: fine dining downstairs and a good-value Bib Gourmand upstairs.
Rubino
Traditional Maltese cooking at moderate prices, in the heart of Valletta.
Legligin
A tasting run of Maltese meze dishes with local wines.
Also in Valletta
59 Republic, The Harbour Club, La Pira Maltese Kitchen, Guzé, Aaron’s Kitchen, Risette, Kaiseki, AKI and One80 St Christopher Street.
Read our full things to do in Valletta guide for cafés and a one-day route.
Best Restaurants in Sliema and St Julian’s
Rosamì
Creative cooking. Its team won the MICHELIN Service Award in 2026.
Le GV
Modern cuisine in Sliema.
Fernandõ Gastrotheque
Mediterranean fine dining, which kept its star in the 2026 guide.
AYU
World cuisine at moderate prices, a short walk from the Sliema seafront.
Also nearby
Caviar & Bull, Zest, Anima Rooftop and Le Majoliche in St Julian’s, Chophouse in Sliema, The Seafood Market Grill in Gżira and Bistro Boca in Ta’ Xbiex.
Staying here? See where to stay in Malta for the pros and cons of Sliema and St Julian’s.
Best Restaurants in Mdina and Rabat
De Mondion
Fine dining on the bastions with views across Malta. Its sommelier won the 2026 MICHELIN Sommelier Award.
Also in Mdina and Rabat
Scala, The Medina and The Fork and Cork in Mdina; Root 81, Grotto Tavern and The Golden Fork in Rabat.
Plan your visit with our Mdina and Rabat guide.
Best Restaurants in the South of Malta
Tartarun
Fish and seafood in Malta’s best-known fishing village. Combine it with the Sunday fish market.
Terrone
Fish and seafood in the Three Cities, across the Grand Harbour from Valletta.
Best Restaurants in the North of Malta
Commando
Mediterranean cooking at moderate prices, near Malta’s largest sandy beach.
Verbena
Mediterranean cooking in the countryside village of Mġarr, new to the guide in 2026.
Also in the north
Rebekah’s in Mellieħa, LOA in St Paul’s Bay, Giuseppi’s in Naxxar and Bahia in Balzan.
Best Restaurants in Gozo
Level Nine at The Grand
Contemporary cooking above Mġarr harbour. Its chef won the 2026 MICHELIN Young Chef Award.
Also in Gozo
Tmun in Mġarr, Ta’ Frenċ and Al Sale in Xagħra, and Osteria Scottadito in Nadur.
More in our Gozo guide.
Local Favourites (No Stars Needed)
- Is-Serkin (Crystal Palace), Rabat: Malta’s most famous pastizzi bar, open since the 1940s.
- Caffe Cordina, Valletta: a historic café under a painted ceiling, in the old Treasury of the Knights.
- Nenu the Artisan Baker, Valletta: ftira baked in a restored traditional bakery.
- Fontanella Tea Garden, Mdina: chocolate cake and the best view from the bastions.
- Diar il-Bniet, Dingli: a family restaurant serving traditional dishes made with produce from its own farm.
- Ta’ Rikardu, Gozo: homemade ġbejniet and local wine inside the Citadel.
New to Maltese food? Start with our guide to 15 traditional Maltese dishes.
Tips for Eating Out in Malta
- Book ahead for MICHELIN-listed restaurants, especially at weekends and in summer.
- Sunday lunch is a big occasion for Maltese families, so country restaurants fill up.
- Look for the fish of the day in coastal villages, priced by weight.
- Lampuki season runs from mid-August to the end of the year.
Malta Restaurants FAQ
How many MICHELIN-starred restaurants are there in Malta?
In the 2026 MICHELIN Guide, Malta has seven starred restaurants: ION Harbour by Simon Rogan with two stars, and Noni, Under Grain, De Mondion, Rosamì, Le GV and Fernandõ Gastrotheque with one star each.
Where is the best area for restaurants in Malta?
Valletta has the most MICHELIN-recognised restaurants, followed by Sliema and St Julian’s. Mdina is best for a romantic dinner, and Marsaxlokk for fish.
What is a Bib Gourmand?
A Bib Gourmand is a MICHELIN award for restaurants that serve good food at moderate prices. In Malta these are Rubino, Grain Street, AYU, Commando and Verbena.
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How we wrote this guideThis guide was researched and written by us at Experiences Malta, using the official and local sources listed below, and we review it through the year. Prices, timetables and opening hours change, so please check before you travel. More about Experiences Malta.
Sources: MICHELIN Guide Malta, Malta Tourism Authority: MICHELIN Guide 2026, Lovin Malta: MICHELIN Guide 2026, olive magazine: Valletta food guide, Wanderlust: where to eat in Gozo, Diar il-Bniet.