This list is based on the results of our annual survey, last conducted in September 2019. Thousands of readers participated in our Restaurant Survey to discover which are Malta and Gozo’s most popular restaurants for lively atmosphere.
The restaurants are listed and ranked by surveyors’ votes.
The overall winner: Dinner in the Sky Malta
Dinner in the Sky Malta
"Fantastic customer service, stunning food and amazing views", this is "a unique lifetime memorable experience not to be missed".
districtfive
A "great place to stay a day by the pool and then have an lovely lunch". "Recommended for lunch or dinner. Excellent food and service".
Hammett’s Gastro Bar
"Excellent" with its "new and fresh ideas" in cuisine. "Consistently outstanding service and food".
The Boathouse Restaurant, Xlendi
"Food to die for. Service always with a smile". "Impeccable service throughout".
King’s Own Band Club Bar & Restaurant
"Family orientated restaurant, great food and reasonable prices". "Their home made desert is also scrumptious!"
Bacchus Restaurant
"Incredible ambience, excellent service and delicious food" make for "an experience to remember".
La Buona Trattoria del Nonno
"Exquisite food and a very warm welcoming service". An "all time favourite".
The Lord Nelson Restaurant
"Eating at Lord Nelson is unique experience!" The "unique, intimate ambience and the passion of the dedicated team offer a special culinary experience!"
Il-Kartell
"Excellent service and food everytime". "The hygiene is so impressive". "Highly recommended".
Tal-Familja Restaurant
"Very comfy atmosphere and top quality food". "Lives up to its name. Very family orientated".
Ta’ Marija Restaurant
"Friendly attentive staff, fantastic atmosphere, fabulous authentic food".
Trattoria AD 1530
"Great service and great staff". "Excellent food in a relaxed ambience".