Restaurants near The Cittadella

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23 restaurants available nearby

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1. Paranga Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(385)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sicilian • St. Julian's

Booked 6 times today

Paranga is a seaside restaurant, set on teak decking above the rippling Mediterranean Sea. Here one is certain to find and an enticing and exclusive atmosphere where the centre of attention is the pristine and unspoiled natural culinary flavours. Chef de Cuisine Jake Mangani presents a menu characterised by superb array of stimulating and diverse Sicilian flavours interpreted in both a traditional and contemporary style. Fresh fish and shellfish arrive daily from local fishermen, creating, with certainty, a peak of individual interest or the ideal fare for a special occasion. All of which may be enjoyed with an ideally selected aperitif an impeccably paired wine, and concluded with a digestif from the wide selection on offer.

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2. Rainforest Cafe Malta

4.4

Awesome(881)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • St. Julian's

Booked 13 times today

Rainforest Cafe is an American concept created to educate its visitors on the protection and preservation of the flora and fauna of the world’s tropical rainforests. The development of the Rainforest Cafe spanned over 17 years with 45 restaurants opening around the world.At this wild place to eat, you will find anything from pasta to seafood, burgers and delectable desserts – and it’s not just another meal when you’re at the Rainforest Cafe — it’s an adventure! With locations in some of the most travelled parts of the world, Rainforest Cafe is designed to transport you deep into a tropical rainforest, including mist, waterfalls, and life-like figures of rainforest animals, including elephants, gorillas, tigers, leopards, panthers and snakes! You can even learn about conservation efforts or take a piece of the forest home with you from our retail village.The Rainforest Cafe team is happy to welcome you all year long, 7 days a week!

3. The Cave Bar

3.2

Good(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Mellieha

Booked 1 time today

Sip on cocktails and luxuriate at our most popular venue, the Cave Bar. Here guests can relax in a unique and sophisticated setting, an authentic cave with mood lighting and panoramic terrace. The outdoor terrace is perfectly suited for summer barbeques, weddings, and other private functions.The well-stocked bar and expert bartenders behind it offer an extensive selection of local and foreign beers, wines, and your choice of cocktails. Next to the bar, the outdoor infinity pool and lounge chairs offer guests a rooftop oasis where they can soak up the sun.This area is suitable for both standing and sitting events, all overlooking the historical Mellieħa Church, the gorgeous blue bay of Għadira, and Malta’s sister islands of Gozo and Comino. For a particularly stunning view, watch the sunset over the quaint village scenes below. The Cave Bar and pool area can also host music events, so you can enjoy live entertainment with your favourite drink.

4. Manta Lido Sliema

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5.0

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Mellieha

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Manta, a Luxurious Poolside Dining Experience in MaltaIndulge in a journey of luxury and leisure at Manta, the epitome of refined elegance. Nestled in the heart of Sliema, our prestigious lido and restaurant offer a fusion of impeccable service, captivating ambiance, and breathtaking harbour views.Sunbeds available: please reach out to book.

5. Westreme

4.3

Awesome(92)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creative Western • Mellieha

Westreme restaurant in Mellieha designed to entertain the whole family for lunch and dinner in a bright space with breathtaking views of Mellieha Bay. The variety of food available makes sure that both parents and kids get to enjoy their meal in a welcoming environment. Whilst making sure all pizza lovers are happy we have also created dishes that will enrich your meal. These include a selection of pastas and meats. A dedicated healthy menu for kids was also developed. The restaurant is also equipped with a dedicated area for children to entertain themselves safely. Our name is derived from the historically significant Westreme Battery that is located just around the corner. Built by the Order of St. John in 1715, this was actually the first line of defence breached by the French invaders in 1798. Over the years, the building was modified, restored and adapted for different uses. Today, only parts of it remain standing as a lasting testament to its illustrious past.

6. AKI

new

4.4

Awesome(1314)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creative Japanese • Valletta

Booked 3 times today

Taking its name from akitsu, which means ‘dragonfly’, AKI in Valletta aims to reflect the elegance and sophistication this insect demonstrates in its sleek body and flying pattern.Modern Japanese cuisine is prepared by our highly-trained and skilful chefs using the freshest and most seasonal ingredients. Savour our enticing selection of sushi, tapas-style dishes together with a selection of meat and fish dishes expertly grilled on our Japanese robata grill allowing you and your friends to feast on a variety of exciting dishes. Match our culinary creations with an extensive beverage list which features a diverse list of wines, cocktails and Japanese Sake.AKI puts a distinct spin on familiar Japanese flavours, leading you onto new and exciting gastronomic journeys. Our ambience and music offer a perfect setting for our guests to relax and enjoy a lovely meal; we invite you to join us for lunch, dinner or drinks, where our team will take care to deliver a memorable experience.

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7. Sale e Pepe Tradizione Italiana

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4.8

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • St. Julian's

Booked 2 times today

Experience Italian cuisine created with passion & tradition!Sale e Pepe, offers a delightful menu featuring fresh seafood, delicious pasta, and authentic Italian dishes, all prepared with the finest ingredients. Our carefully curated wine list features the finest selections from Italy’s renowned vineyards, perfectly complementing each meal.

8. SAMIZU

4.7

Exceptional(323)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Pietà

Booked 6 times today

A modern and airy bistro right by the water's edge at the foot of the majestic fortifications of Valletta and Marina di Valletta

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9. S:UN Fusion Dining

4.5

Awesome(15)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • Valletta

Booked 4 times today

Located in one of Valletta’s most renowned and lively streets, S:UN is here to tantalize your taste buds with a one-of-a-kind Korean cuisine. Our dishes have been crafted by Chef Jay Lee, who brings to the table vast knowledge in eastern cuisine and on the other hand great experience in satisfying the taste buds of local demand.S:UN’s fusion concept takes the d-tour to make sure you don’t miss out on any Korean taste, be it authentic, traditional, or contemporary Fusion. From the authentic ‘S:UN Fried Rice’ composed of freshly fried vegetables and marinated pork chops to the contemporary ‘Tteok-Galbi Burger’ composed of the traditional Grilled Beef-rib patties within a burger bun for a perfect combo of tradition & contemporary tastes. Come on in and discover the vast beauty of Korean cuisine, but don't forget our rich selection of fresh made Sushi (recently classified in the top 12 by GuideMeMalta) and the vast choice of classic and Asian cocktails (in cooperation with our M

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10. Hard Rock Cafe Malta

4.3

Awesome(389)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Valletta

Booked 10 times today

Get a backstage pass to the delicious food and signature cocktails Hard Rock Cafe Malta has to offer whilst being surrounded by our rock and roll memorabilia!

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M
Marcos
Malta •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service, very attentive waiters (Mirko particularly) and maitre. Fantastic pasta (we has fettuccine with clams, fritto misto, rigatoni with ragu, all delicious). Good local white wine. Honest prices. Pleasant place, by the sea. Recommend it.
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Paranga RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Sicilian• St. Julian's
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4.4
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Isabella
Malta •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 27, 2025
Amazing resturant- all staff we spoke to were amazing, happy to be there and really friendly. Food was super good, and actually a reasonable price especially for the novelty.
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Rainforest Cafe MaltaPrice: Moderate• International• St. Julian's
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4.4
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Aidan
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 21, 2024
Super food, great location, and wonderful service, especially by the maltese lady who is always there, treats customers like royalty. We go there often, and she is amazing.
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WestremePrice: Moderate• Creative Western• Mellieha
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4.3
J
James
Malta •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 3, 2023
Great food with a good vibe! Food was absolutely beautiful with well sized portions! Very polite and helpful staff!
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The Cave BarPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Mellieha
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3.2

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