The grilled octopus was really good&mdash;tender, not rubbery at all. I sat outside and the view over Xlendi bay made it feel like more of a treat than just dinner. Service was friendly but a bit slow once it got busy. Still, I left full and happy. Would come back for the calamari alone.

Stumbled onto this place down a side street. Got the steak and honestly it was the best I&#39;ve had in Malta so far. Price was fair too, not one of those tourist trap spots. Just wish I&#39;d found it earlier in my trip.

The terrace view is lovely, and my salmon salad came in a decent portion. Ricotta ravioli starter was good too. Prices felt fair for what you get.

Stopped by for a drink on Thursday night and honestly the cocktails hit the spot. Strong pour for the price, bartender was really friendly too. Place has a chill vibe, nothing fancy but does the job. Might be a bit loud if you want deep conversation, but fine for catching up with a friend.

Tried the Royal Banquet menu last night. Honestly the best way to see what the kitchen can do. Course after course came out looking great, and the flavors kept changing up. Service was smooth, never felt rushed. Long dinner but it worked. Only thing is it&#39;s a bit pricey, but you&#39;re paying for the experience.

Lovely little spot by Spinola Bay. The a&ccedil;ai bowl was fresh and the matcha latte with coconut milk hit the spot. Prices fair too. Would sit outside again for the view.

The teppanyaki chef really knew what he was doing. Watching him work was half the fun, and the wagyu came out spot on. Finished with the chocolate truffle dessert&mdash;good call. Just wish the seating wasn&rsquo;t so tight, but I&rsquo;d still go back.

Decent spot for a quick coffee. View is nice, that&#39;s mainly why I stopped. Coffee itself was fine, nothing special but did the job. Tables were a bit sticky though, could use a wipe down. Still, okay for a short break if you&#39;re in the area.

Stopped by for a quick bite and honestly didn&rsquo;t expect much. The presentation was way better than I thought, and the host actually seemed to care. Got my food fast too, which was nice. Only thing is the place got a bit loud later on. Still, solid spot if you&rsquo;re nearby.

The owner&rsquo;s son chatted with us like we were regulars. Food had that homecooked feel, you could tell someone actually cared. 👍

The full English breakfast really hit the spot, and my cappuccino had that perfect froth on top. Service was quick too, which made it easy to just sit back and chat with my friends.

Stopped in for a quick lunch. Got the kangaroo special. Cooked just right, fell apart with the fork. Flavor was solid. Drinks were cheap too, which was a nice surprise. Service was quick, no waiting around. Good spot if you need something fast and decent.

The terrace seating is really comfortable, not too cramped. I sat outside for lunch and the chairs were actually cushioned, which made it easy to stay for a while. Service was friendly without hovering. Food came out at a good pace. Just a decent spot to relax and eat without any fuss.

Went back twice during our stay&mdash;the price is right if you&#39;re at the hotel. Nothing fancy, but solid for what it is.

Solid ftira right by the Mdina gate. Fresh and filling. Cakes looked good too. Nice spot to just sit with a coffee.

The chicken caesar wrap was solid&mdash;fresh and filling. Outdoor tables right by the mall are handy if you want a quick bite. Prices fair for the area.

Set menu with friends was solid. Spring rolls and beef skewers were the best part. Portions are generous, service efficient. Almost too much food, honestly.

The pistachio gelato was more icy than creamy, kinda disappointing for &euro;4. Location&#39;s super handy if you&#39;re already in the area though.

The waffles were really good, and the portion size was plenty for me. It does get a bit messy though, so you&#39;ll want to grab a handful of napkins before you start. The flavor combos are worth the cleanup, honestly. I&#39;d go back just for that.

Been coming here for a while now, and honestly it&#39;s the almond and peach pie that keeps me walking back. Had the chicken, parma and mozzarella baguette this time too, still good. Place is small, near Floriana square, easy to miss. Service is quick enough. Just wish they had more seating, but that&#39;s it.

The cocktails here are pretty fun&mdash;each one comes with its own little theme and presentation. Prices felt fair for what you get. I came with a couple of friends and we ended up staying way longer than planned. The vibe is lively but not overwhelming. Nice spot if you&#39;re around the beach area.

I had an amazing experience at this restaurant! The service was top-notch, and the staff were incredibly friendly. The sweet potato fries were exceptional, and the overall vibe was just perfect for a fun night out.

Solid cappuccino and the pistachio croissant was really good. Sat near the window, plenty of room to relax. Service was friendly without hovering. Would stop by again if I&#39;m in the area.

The rabbit stew was proper comfort food. Rich sauce, meat fell off the bone. Place has that unpretentious vibe, mostly locals which I liked. Only thing is it got a bit warm inside when it filled up. But honestly, that stew made up for it.

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