Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Malta

"At the lower end of Republic Street lies Ġugar, a small laid-back hangout and restaurant frequented by a younger cohort of the island’s locals. From time to time it hosts chess matches and the occasional intimate music gig. True to its mission of promoting alternative living, it is furnished with a colorful mix of upcycled materials, serves wholesome food and refreshing smoothies, and offers a good selection of left-of-center book titles to read."

"This café is well known by the locals and also provides vegan options. It is quite cozy though it can be busy at times. Great place to hangout with friends during summer nights."

"The piadina is a type of flat bread hailing from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy and brought to Valletta by Piadina Caffe, situated just around the corner from St John’s Co-Cathedral. Piadina Caffe is a lunch cafe that serves piadine with various fillings among other Italian specialties, salads and soups. It is the perfect place to grab a quick bite on your lunch break or on the move, as the seating is limited."

"Piadinaen er en type fladbrødshopping fra Emilia-Romagna-regionen i Italia, og brakt til Valletta ved Piadina Caffe, som ligger like rundt hjørnet fra St Johns Co-Cathedral. Piadina Caffe er en lunsjkafé som serverer piadin med forskjellige fyllinger, blant annet italienske spesialiteter, salater og supper. Det er det perfekte stedet å ta en rask matbit på lunsjpause eller på farten, som sitteplasser er begrenset."

"This hidden gem is popular with the locals and does as the name suggests – it offers sea views from its prime location up on a hill. Located beside the cemetery, this small bar perches precariously on the side of a cliff on the fringes of Mellieha Town. For some of the best views across the bay, order yourself a glass of chilled white wine and take a seat on the outdoor terrace."

"That’s right, regardless what your favorite flavour of milkshake is, Sea View probably serves it. This tiny, cute cafe, perched on the edge of the Mellieħa hill has been serving its customers for over 65 years now. Just order yourself a milkshake and get lost in the beautiful view of Għadira bay that it offers."

"A post shared by Your Apartment Malta (@yourapartment.malta) on Apr 30, 2017 at 4:08pm PDT. Whisky aficionados need look no further – at StrEat, you’ll probably find the largest selection of whiskies locally, as well as wine, cocktails and beer. Housed within a vaulted cellar below street level on Strait Street, you can enjoy your drink together with a delicious meal from their extensive menu."

"Or St. George's beach - a sandy public beach, located in the Bay of St. George, near the famous party area of Pacheville, on the North side of the coast of St. Julian's. St. George beach is small, but has all the necessary beach infrastructure. On the beach coarse sand of gray color, floorings for movement are equipped, there are sun beds and sunshades, beach cafes, toilets and rubbish bins, during a high season on the beach rescuers are on duty."

"These colonnaded gardens perched high above Grand Harbour were created in the late 16th century as a relaxing haven for the Knights from the nearby Auberge d'Italie. They provide a shady retreat from the bustle of the city, and the balcony has one of the best views in Malta.The terrace below is occupied by the Saluting Battery, where a cannon once fired salutes to visiting naval vessels."

"Be sure not to miss the stunning Upper Barrakka Gardens, which give you panoramic views of the Harbor. Originally these gardens were used by the Knight of St. John, who are responsible for building Valletta. Note: The closer you are to the tourist attractions, the more that you’ll find prices for basics will rise."

"Right on Valletta’s hippest street of the moment, Strait Street, StrEat Whiskey and Bistro is always packed. Yet oddly, there’s also always a place to be found. It’s not particularly unique or quirky like some of the other places, but it serves tasty food at decent prices."

"This place serves gourmet burgers, including the Obama, with bacon, onion relish and Marie Rose sauce. It's in a particularly good central location, with chairs and tables out on the main square."