Best Lunch Restaurants in Swieqi

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AmericanItalianJapaneseFishAsianCafé

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Neighborhoods

MelliehaPietàSt. Julian'sValletta

Top Rated

CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine winesGreat for happy hour

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

CounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

11 restaurants available nearby

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1. Rainforest Cafe Malta

4.4

Awesome(877)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • St. Julian's

Booked 5 times today

Rainforest Cafe is an American concept created to educate its visitors on the protection and preservation of the flora and fauna of the world’s tropical rainforests. The development of the Rainforest Cafe spanned over 17 years with 45 restaurants opening around the world.At this wild place to eat, you will find anything from pasta to seafood, burgers and delectable desserts – and it’s not just another meal when you’re at the Rainforest Cafe — it’s an adventure! With locations in some of the most travelled parts of the world, Rainforest Cafe is designed to transport you deep into a tropical rainforest, including mist, waterfalls, and life-like figures of rainforest animals, including elephants, gorillas, tigers, leopards, panthers and snakes! You can even learn about conservation efforts or take a piece of the forest home with you from our retail village.The Rainforest Cafe team is happy to welcome you all year long, 7 days a week!

2. AKI

new

4.5

Awesome(1312)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creative Japanese • Valletta

Booked 1 time today

Taking its name from akitsu, which means ‘dragonfly’, AKI in Valletta aims to reflect the elegance and sophistication this insect demonstrates in its sleek body and flying pattern.Modern Japanese cuisine is prepared by our highly-trained and skilful chefs using the freshest and most seasonal ingredients. Savour our enticing selection of sushi, tapas-style dishes together with a selection of meat and fish dishes expertly grilled on our Japanese robata grill allowing you and your friends to feast on a variety of exciting dishes. Match our culinary creations with an extensive beverage list which features a diverse list of wines, cocktails and Japanese Sake.AKI puts a distinct spin on familiar Japanese flavours, leading you onto new and exciting gastronomic journeys. Our ambience and music offer a perfect setting for our guests to relax and enjoy a lovely meal; we invite you to join us for lunch, dinner or drinks, where our team will take care to deliver a memorable experience.

3. SAMIZU

4.7

Exceptional(323)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Pietà

Booked 1 time today

A modern and airy bistro right by the water's edge at the foot of the majestic fortifications of Valletta and Marina di Valletta

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4. Paranga Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(381)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sicilian • St. Julian's

Booked 4 times today

Paranga is a seaside restaurant, set on teak decking above the rippling Mediterranean Sea. Here one is certain to find and an enticing and exclusive atmosphere where the centre of attention is the pristine and unspoiled natural culinary flavours. Chef de Cuisine Jake Mangani presents a menu characterised by superb array of stimulating and diverse Sicilian flavours interpreted in both a traditional and contemporary style. Fresh fish and shellfish arrive daily from local fishermen, creating, with certainty, a peak of individual interest or the ideal fare for a special occasion. All of which may be enjoyed with an ideally selected aperitif an impeccably paired wine, and concluded with a digestif from the wide selection on offer.

5. Taproom

4.4

Awesome(75)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• International • Valletta

Booked 1 time today

Taproom is a cozy brasserie and vintage bar in the heart of the historic city of Valletta. This fashionable and award-winning concept restaurant features an international cuisine influenced by Mediterranean and local flavours using the freshest and finest ingredients. Serves lunch and dinner as well as atmospheric late-night drinks on every day of the week.

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6. Waterbiscuit Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(70)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Continental • St. Julian's

Waterbiscuit offers a gastronomic experience to delight all with a charming and contemporary atmosphere and enthusiastically accomplished cuisine. Chef de Cuisine Brady Dalli crafts creative ever-enhanced dining using the freshest Mediterranean ingredients all combined innovatively and inventively, available daily for dinner.Meanwhile at the Waterbiscuit Bar healthy breakfasts, lunches and dinners may be enjoyed throughout the day, though ultimately guests come for the cocktails and every creation seeks to exceed the wildest expectations. Aiding all is a singular design concept making Waterbiscuit the most glamorous address on the Maltese Islands, whether for a business meeting, casual dining or evening social gathering.Enjoy a 3hrs complimentary parking when dining at Waterbiscuit.Waterbiscuit Bar08.00 - 12.00 A La Carte Breakfast12.30 - 23.00 All Day DiningWaterbiscuit Restaurant19.00 - 23.00 A La Carte Dinner

7. Radici Malta

4.6

Exceptional(13)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Valletta

Booked 2 times today

Immerse yourself in the flavours of the exquisite Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of Valletta.

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8. Hard Rock Cafe Malta

4.3

Awesome(384)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Valletta

Booked 6 times today

Get a backstage pass to the delicious food and signature cocktails Hard Rock Cafe Malta has to offer whilst being surrounded by our rock and roll memorabilia!

9. Amami Food Bar

4.3

Awesome(14)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Pietà

Amami Food Bar is the sister restaurant of Amami Restaurant in Mellieha, with a twist. Further extending our admiration towards Asian cuisine. AMAMI WAS INSPIRED BY THE GODDESS OF CREATION, AMAMIKJU. THE AMAMI ISLANDS, NAMED AFTER THIS GODDESS, ARE LOCATED SOUTHWEST OF KYUSHU WHICH IS THE THIRD-LARGEST ISLAND OF JAPAN’S FIVE MAIN ISLANDS.BEST UPCOMING RESTAURANTA proud moment for Amami, to have placed as a top restaurant across Malta and Gozo on Trip Advisor. Continuously aspiring towards providing unique experiences.2ND LOCATIONWe are pleased to welcome you to visit our newly located Amami Food Bar at the Campus Hub, in the heart of Msida close to Mater Dei Hospital and the University of Malta.

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10. Skybeach Lounge and Bar by Intercontinental Malta

4.1

Excellent(33)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • St. Julian's

Relax with stunning island views, the Mediterranean Sea and a rooftop infinity pool of SKYBEACH which is included with any suite booking.

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Michael
Shropshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Excellent food and service apart from one server who was a little terse. Ambience was good considering this is basically an outside venue which is covered during the winter months. Very good seafood and some other dishes if fish is not your thing. Expensive but worth it. Try the Friti Misto; it's delicious.
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Paranga RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Sicilian• St. Julian's
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4.5
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Mignone
Malta •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
Food very good. Staff friendly. Great place. My son enjoyed the animation.
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Rainforest Cafe MaltaPrice: Moderate• International• St. Julian's
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4.4
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Alison
Malta •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
Excellent ambience and food. Courteous service with a smile
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SAMIZUPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Pietà
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4.7
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Trevor
Warwickshire •1 review
4.0
Dined on Feb 24, 2025
Lovely little bistro in Valletta. Booking in advance is advisable as there only appeared to be a limited number of covers. Little tables for two were very small but the booths for 4 appeared to provide more room. Food was good - not fantastic but ok. Service was excellent.
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TaproomPrice: Expensive• International• Valletta
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4.4
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MargaritaS
Malta •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2024
It was a perfect time , my birthday party was amazing
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AKIPrice: Moderate• Creative Japanese• Valletta
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4.5

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