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 Best Chef. The top rated restaurant sponsored by Pentole Agnelli represented exclusively by The Catering Centre was awarded with a commemorative award at our annual Restaurant Awards Ceremony held in December 2019.
The winners are listed and ranked by number of surveyors’ votes.
Winner: Chef Robert Cassar - Root 81
Chef Marvin Gauchi - Tarragon, Susurrus, Caviar & Bull, Dinner in the Sky Malta
Chef Edward Diacono - Rubino
Chef Walter Atzori - Il-Kartell
Chef Roberta Preca - King's Own Band Club, Bar And Restaurant
Chef Matthew Schembri - Lovage Bistro
Root 81
"All you can ask for for a romantic and relaxed night out with lovely service and mouthwatering food".
Tarragon
"Outstanding food, charming place, great wine". "Never fails to please". "Consistency and excellence at its best".
Susurrus
The "best views in Malta by far". The "food is innovative and ambience is second to none". "Worth every penny".
Caviar & Bull
For a "perfect romantic evening made especially great by the food and the staff". "Impeccable every single time".
Dinner in the Sky Malta
"Fantastic customer service, stunning food and amazing views", this is "a unique lifetime memorable experience not to be missed".
Rubino
"A place where you'll keep going back. Great menus and wine selection". "Excellent food cooked by a wonderful chef in a great setting".
Il-Kartell
"Excellent service and food everytime". "The hygiene is so impressive". "Highly recommended".
King’s Own Band Club Bar & Restaurant
"Family orientated restaurant, great food and reasonable prices". "Their home made desert is also scrumptious!"
Lovage Bistro
"The freshness of the food is brilliant and you can taste the difference in every bite".