The chicken here is properly done &mdash; skin actually crunchy, meat still juicy. Seasoning&rsquo;s on point, not salty like a lot of places. I&rsquo;ve had worse at spots that charge more. Just wish they&rsquo;d give a bit more sauce on the side. Solid if you&rsquo;re in the area and craving something simple.

The service at ION Harbour was impeccable, with staff being warm and attentive throughout our meal. The atmosphere was lively yet refined, perfect for enjoying the stunning views of Valletta Harbour.

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Nice spot for a quick pint. Dark wood, low lights, proper pub feel. Music was a decent jazzy mix, not too loud. Service was fast enough for a lunch break.

The service at Aki was attentive and friendly, with staff like Achraf going above and beyond to ensure a wonderful dining experience. The overall vibe is trendy and inviting.

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The tuna tartare was spot on, beautifully plated too. Abhishek took good care of us, even threw in a limoncello at the end. Solid spot for a relaxed dinner.

Stopped by for a quick weekday lunch and the grilled chicken salad really stood out. Greens were crisp, not wilted, and the dressing was light. Portion felt decent for the price. Service was polite, no fuss. Wouldn&#39;t mind coming back if I&#39;m in the area again.

The grilled sea bass was really fresh, flaky and light. I appreciate that they didn&#39;t drown it in sauce. Just a bit of lemon and olive oil. The wait was a little long but the quality made up for it. I&#39;d come back for the fish alone.

Best kebab I&rsquo;ve had in a while. They even let us try some traditional tea and coffee on the house. Staff were friendly too.

Strong cocktails and that 2-for-1 happy hour is a solid deal. Grabbed a seat outside on Merchant Street, perfect for watching the world go by.

Stopped by for a late lunch and grabbed a seat upstairs. The place has that warm, lived-in feel, not too polished. I ordered the grilled chicken salad and was happy the greens were actually fresh, not the sad wilted stuff you sometimes get. Dressing was light, too. Service took a bit, but the staff were nice about it. Would come back if I&#39;m in the area again.

The seafood platter during happy hour is the move. Fish came out properly cooked, not dry, and that sauce they serve with it is the real highlight. Price felt right for what you get. Service was fine, but honestly I was too busy eating to care much about that.

The Sunday roast that went past our table looked unreal, so I kinda wished I&#39;d ordered that instead 😅 my chicken was solid though, juicy and cooked right. Place had a proper cozy feel, good for hanging out with friends. Service was friendly too. Would come back for that roast.

Happy hour here is legit. Good deals on cocktails, came back three nights in a row while on holiday. Bartender remembered our order by day two.

The terrace has a nice garden view, that&rsquo;s the main draw. Pizza and chicken burger were decent for the price, nothing fancy but fresh.

Came here for a casual dinner and left impressed. The food is straightforward but tasty&mdash;the pizza capriciosa and chicken pasta were both good picks. Prices are noticeably lower than in Valletta, which is a bonus. The vibe is relaxed, more like a neighborhood diner than a fancy restaurant.

Been coming here on and off for a while now. The rabbit stew is still as good as the first time I tried it. Portion&#39;s decent and the price hasn&#39;t crept up like some places in Mdina. Just wish they&#39;d open a bit earlier sometimes.

Bruschetta and the veal dish were pretty good, pizza was decent too. Wine didn&#39;t break the bank, which is rare around here. Solid spot if you&#39;re hungry and nearby.

Came for the live music on a Friday and ended up staying till close. The singer really knew how to work the room. I had a glass of their house red with the pasta &mdash; decent pour, nothing fancy, but it did the job. Staff kept the drinks coming without hovering. A proper fun night out.

The rabbit ravioli was spot on &mdash; delicate pasta, rich filling, not heavy at all. That sauce reminded me of my grandmother&rsquo;s rabbit stew. Really nice to see a local classic done properly.

The Craft pizza here is legit. Prosciutto and buffalo mozzarella on top, crust was spot on. Dan knows what he&#39;s doing with the dough.

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