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About this Award
This list is based on the results of our annual survey, last conducted in September 2021. Thousands of readers participated in our Restaurant Survey to discover which are Malta and Gozo’s most popular restaurants for Best Newcomer.
The top rated restaurant sponsored by Horeca magazine was awarded with a commemorative award at our annual Restaurant Awards Ceremony held in December 2021.
The restaurants are listed and ranked by number of surveyors’ votes.
Winner: Don Royale
Don Royale
Serving pizza regarded as being "on par with Italy, possibly even better". Popular for offering "many types of crust—gluten-free, charcoal, mixed gains and traditional".
The Golden Fork
It's always a lovely and surprising experience to dine at this restaurant. "Interesting, creative dishes" and "beautiful presentation".
Galea’s Kitchen
Food that "seems to be made from heaven" at "affordable prices". "Great atmosphere when bands are performing".
underGrain
Incredible service. Excellent food. Beautiful setting. "A surprise with every course".
Barbajean
In a class of its own, with "very friendly and attentive staff" "serving exquisite food".
Port 21
Great ambience, amazing view, food is excellent, service is great, prices are not exaggerated.
Al Sale
A "passionate chef and the friendliest of staff" make this a "place not to miss".
Hammett’s Mestizo
Truly South American food with service that is "very attentive, friendly and professional".
Rendez-Vous
Exciting and innovative menu. An "amazing place" with the "stunning Xewkija church as a backdrop". "Service is second to none".
AcquaBlu
A place to enjoy "excellent food, excellent service and outstanding ambience" with "an amazing view".
Rebekah’s Restaurant
Divine food including presentation and the "place is pleasant and peaceful". "Very consistent and truly exceptional".
Briju
A "joyful gourmet experience", with a menu that is "always a lovely surprise" offering "delicious flavours and creativity".
ION Harbour by Alex Dilling
Something out of this world, with dishes that are "very well presented". The "Grand Harbour view - cannot be any better".
Seed
The "food is always good" and "presented nicely" and "very well explained". "Service is good and top notch".
Il-Logga
Exquisite food served in a "warm and inviting atmosphere". "Great wine selection as well".