The Definitive(ly) Good Guide to Restaurants in Malta & Gozo has announced its top-rated establishments for 2025, following its annual awards ceremony on December 9, 2024, at The Xara Lodge.
Based on votes from nearly 4,000 diners who participated in the September 2024 survey, these awards celebrate culinary excellence across the islands. The guide recognizes the top 150 restaurants out of thousands, showcasing Malta and Gozo’s thriving food scene.
Taking the Top Overall Restaurant title is Risette, praised for its exceptional dining experience.
Other standout restaurants in the top 10 include de Mondion, known for its elegant fine dining, Rebekah’s, celebrated for its Mediterranean charm, and Sole by Tarragon, offering innovative cuisine.
Da Luigi, Galea’s Kitchen, and Ta’ Frenc also feature for their remarkable culinary achievements. Rounding out the list are Bastion Bar & Restaurant, Paranga, and Tal-Familja, each highly rated for their quality, ambiance, and service.
This year’s awards saw 33 new restaurants added to the guide, reflecting the dynamic evolution of Malta’s dining scene. The Definitive(ly) Good Guide, available in print and at restaurantsmalta.com, remains the definitive source for discovering the best eateries in Malta and Gozo.
The top 40 restaurants winning award plates in order from most highly rated were:
Risette
de Mondion
Rebekah’s
Sole by Tarragon
Da Luigi
Galea’s Kitchen
Ta’ Frenc
Bastion Bar & Restaurant
Paranga
Tal-Familja
Mamacita
Ta’ Bertu’s Kitchen
Scala
Verbena Wine & Dine
Lovage Bistro
Sicilia Bella
Casa Gringo
Contessa
La Mer
ION Harbour
Step 15
MEZ
Palazzo Preca
Grotto Tavern
Caviar & Bull
Onella
Venus
Bacchus
Minoa Mediterranean Fusion
Ostrica
Adura
Village Fork
Country Terrace
The Villa Bologna
Naan Bar
The Aft Galley
Don Royale
Quadro
Chatterbox
The Boathouse
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