This list is based on the results of our annual survey, last conducted in September 2017. Thousands of readers participated in our Restaurant Survey to discover which are Malta and Gozo’s most popular restaurants for Best Service. The top rated restaurant sponsored by Maturmeat was awarded with a commemorative award at our annual Restaurant Awards Ceremony held in December 2017.
The restaurants are listed and ranked by number of surveyors’ votes.
The overall winner: Tarragon Tarragon
Patrons consider this to be "the ideal restaurant for a romantic dinner" or "special occasion" where "everything is just perfect" and the food is "second to none"
ROCKSALT
"The new location is superb". The head chef "creates amazing dishes" with food that is "out of this world" coupled with "super attentive staff"
L’Artiglio Ristorante
The "amazing location" coupled with the "attention to detail" both in the "dishes and the service is impeccable"
Buddhamann
"Dine like a royal" at one of the "best fusion restaurants" on the island serving "innovative and delicious" food in a "great ambiance"
de Mondion
By all accounts, this is a "favourite" for "fine dining" enthusiasts who praise the "outstanding service and professional staff"
Patrick’s Lounge & Restaurant
Characterised as the "perfect venue" for a "romantic evening" with "course after course of divine food".
Bacchus
Diners love the "quiet, romantic ambience" with "very good service" and "great food"..."Definitely worth a visit!"
Caviar & Bull
Across the board this is an "amazing" and "award winning restaurant in all categories" with "impeccable food and service".
Hammett’s Gastro Bar
By all accounts "a truly unique and exciting" "chic" place offering "a cool concept". Regulars "love this addition to the Maltese scene"
La Vida
High praise indeed for Elaine and David's "excellent food" and "amazing service". "Best find in Sliema"
Zeri’s
By all accounts "one of the best restaurants on the island serving a great selection of fresh fish and good wines". High praise for their "friendly and attentive staff"
Dinner In The Sky
"Such an amazing experience" boast diners, praising the "impeccable service" and "top notch food"
Suruchi Indian Restaurant
By all accounts "ten out of ten if you love Indian food" and "crave something spicy and full of flavour". Regulars and return diners "applaud the great food and service".
La Buona Trattoria del Nonno
By all accounts their "excellent food and impeccable service" make for an "amazing restaurant" ..."#BestRibsInTheWorld"
Gululu
Great location offers "traditional Maltese cuisine" served by "friendly staff"