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Cafe Malta, Austin, TX

Cafe Malta

4.7
4.7
1433 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
3421 W. William Cannon Dr., #127, Austin, TX 78745

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Cafe Malta is a neighborhood bistro serving Mediterranean-inspired fare. It combines a warm, relaxed atmosphere with a perpetually creative kitchen.

Named for the island at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Cafe Malta finds inspiration in the cuisines of Italy, southern France, Morocco, Greece and Spain, and in the Mediterranean tradition, Cafe Malta cooks seasonally and features a variety of local ingredients.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, French, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We offer a wide variety of catering options. For information, please write to catering@CafeMaltaAustin.com
  • Neighborhood
    South Austin
  • Cross street
    Brodie Lane
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    William Cannon & Brodie
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,433 people are saying

Cafe Malta reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Best Value

  • Austin

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Malta is a beloved neighborhood gem offering "excellent food" and "great service." Patrons rave about the "Tour de Forks" events, featuring themed menus and a cozy atmosphere. While some visits note service hiccups and noise, the overall experience is highlighted by "delicious food," attentive staff, and a welcoming vibe.
1,433 Reviews
  1. Patti VIP

    Austin7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My family has been going to Cafe Malta for years--we are big fans. Our last couple of visits, however, have been disappointing. Last night, three of us had pasta dishes that were a little tasteless. The other had the Snapper Provencal, which was overcooked; the accompanying couscous and collards were over salted. We love the ambience of Cafe Malta and the friendly staff, but the food quality appears to be slipping (despite higher prices).

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  2. Brooke VIP

    Washington DC36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great neighborhood restaurant; great meals. We brought friends from out of town and they loved their meals and drinks.

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  3. Joanne

    Austin40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Awesome service Everything was perfect. They pay attention to details - it was the best date night

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  4. Amanda VIP

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Met a friend for lunch, her first time. She loved the ambience - and as expected, our lunch was great. I especially enjoyed my roasted vegetable bisque and William Chris Rosé! Cheers!

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  5. Phyllis VIP

    New York City183 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Malta was a great find for us. We were visiting Austin for a couple of days. It’s a short drive from the Ladybird Wildflower Center and we went for a late lunch. The children and adults were all happy with their choices.

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  6. Michele

    Austin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have never had anything I didn't like at Cafe Malta!

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  7. Walter

    Austin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food. Great atmosphere. Speedy and courteous servers.

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  8. AMikhail1

    Central Texas19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, great service, and reasonable price. It was Saturday night, the place was full and the no ice level was a little higher than normal. But thank you. Will visit again.

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  9. BeeBee

    Austin4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Cafe Malta never misses; the gnocchi bleu appetizer is a fave for Hubs and I, and I recently tried their paella special, which was delicious! Sometimes, though, it feels a tough too loud for my liking, and the tables a touch too close; but those are my subjective issues. The food, service and hospitality are always top tier!

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  10. Chris

    New Orleans5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tour de forks was amazing, perfect portions, very flavorful food, great atmosphere. Very much enjoyed and we will be back for the different menu options

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FAQs

Cafe Malta offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 853-9584.

Cafe Malta is rated 4.7 stars by 1433 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Cafe Malta

3421 W. William Cannon Dr., #127, Austin, TX 78745

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Brodie Lane
  • Neighborhood
    South Austin
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, French, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    William Cannon & Brodie
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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