Cafe Malta

4.6

1422 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Vegetarian-friendly

Cafe Malta is a neighborhood bistro serving Mediterranean-inspired fare. It combines a warm, relaxed atmosphere with a perpetually creative kitchen.

Named for the island at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Cafe Malta finds inspiration in the cuisines of Italy, southern France, Morocco, Greece and Spain, and in the Mediterranean tradition, Cafe Malta cooks seasonally and features a variety of local ingredients.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, French, Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 853-9584
Website
http://www.cafemaltaaustin.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We offer a wide variety of catering options. For information, please write to catering@CafeMaltaAustin.com

Location
3421 W. William Cannon Dr., #127, Austin, TX 78745
Neighborhood
South Austin
Cross street
Brodie Lane
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
William Cannon & Brodie
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Mussels* ^$11.00
from PEI, plied with chardonnay, tomato, garlic, parsley & harissa, with fresh house baguette
Lamb Brochettes* ^$9.00
Grilled skewers of ground Texas Lamb wrapped in pancetta, with a creamy mustard
Smoked Fish Paté* ^$8.50
with crème fraiche, shallots, paprika & chive, served with toasted baguette
Crostini di Hill Country$8.50
Smokey Denmark jalapeño sausage, brie, parsley-pecan pesto on baguette
Gnocchi Bleu$8.50
Handmade potato dumplings in a creamy sauce of gorgonzola, garlic & thyme
Hummus^$7.50
Creamy dip of chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and tahini, with crudité & grilled flatbread
Cheese Board^$12.00
A selection from Antonelli's with house pickled vegetables, preserves, nuts & baguette

Salads

Texas Gala Apple^$7.50
dinosaur kale, goat cheese, walnuts, shaved shallots, honey apple cider vinaigrette
Levant^$7.00
Butter lettuce, diced tomato & cucumber, avocado, olives, mint & parsley in preserved lemon vin'ette
Grilled Salmon* ^$13.00
crumbled feta, pancetta lardons and apple over spinach in tahini vinaigrette
Lombatello* ^$13.00
Grilled hanger steak, romaine & tomato, red onion, avocado, gorgonzola aioli, balsamic redux

Mains

Bistro* ^$19.50
Grilled marinated hanger steak with a black pepper-port wine sauce, potato gorgonzola gratin, balsamic redux & tonight's local vegetable sauté
Provençal* ^$18.50
Pan-seared cod in a sauce of tomato, olives niçoises, fennel, orange zest, white wine & a splash of pastis, over saffron risotto and tonight's local veg sauté
Arista* ^$16.50
Berkwood Farm pork shoulder braised with rosemary and garlic, with red onion apricot chutney, creamy polenta, and tonight's local vegetable sauté
Catalan* ^$16.00
Seared Texas chicken leg quarter in a sauce of Spanish chorizo, red pepper, paprika, onion & tomato, with fried potatoes & tonight's local vegetable sauté
Pisto Manchego^$15.00
Fresh local zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, tomato & sweet peppers simmered with onion, carrot, garlic, white wine & herbs, topped with a fried pasture-raised egg, shaved manchego, & herbed breadcrumbs
Maltagliati^$16.00
Our fresh housemade pasta tossed in a ragù of pork and roasted vegetables, finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and grated parmesan Reggiano
Champignon$14.00
Crimini & oyster mushrooms, caramelized onion, goat cheese and fresh herbs baked in a flaky pastry crust, with mornay sauce & tonight's vegetable sauté
Brisket Ravioli$15.00
Fresh house pasta stuffed with chardonnay-braised brisket, tossed in a pesto of Texas pecans, parsley, garlic, and parmesan reggiano

What 1,422 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Malta is a delightful hidden gem in Austin. Guests rave about its "delicious food and great service," with standout dishes like the "braised short rib" and "lavender creme brulee." The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff make it perfect for both casual lunches and special occasions. Enjoy the creative "Tour de Forks" events.

1,423 Reviews

A
Amanda
VIP
San Francisco
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tour de Forks - Madrid was fantastic! We ordered one regular and one vegetarian. Every dish was better than the previous. Simple, and soulful. Can't wait to try the next Tour de Forks.
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Jim
VIP
Austin
45 reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great neighborhood dining experience. We have been going there for years for lunch and dinner, and the quality of food and service is always excellent. We also enjoy the "Tour de Forks" evenings, with their themed menus. Jessica is a marvel, multitasking and taking care of everyone cheerfully and patiently. Highly recommended!
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Mckenna
Austin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Went for valentines dinner which is always challenging- wasn’t good. Have been for regular service when food was excellent.
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David
Houston
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience at Cafe Malta. I’ve eaten dinner here several times and was happy to see the food and service quality was also good at lunch. The food is always delicious.
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Stephanie
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience Sunday night at Cafe Malta - superb service, excellent food - just a wonderful time overall.
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Morven
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Excellent food, interesting wine choices, great service.
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Mary Ann
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
My daughter and I had lunch there, and the food was so good I decided to have my family birthday gathering there — 7 people. We all enjoyed our diner so much, my daughter-in-law decided to have HER birthday dinner there.
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Kimberley
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Really good food & service! We will definitely be coming back!
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Michael
VIP
New York City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great, as always — we are already looking forward to Madrid on Feb 17!
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Janel
VIP
Austin
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good…a hidden gem in a strip center. I’m excited to try their Monday Prix-fixe meals
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FAQs

Cafe Malta offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 853-9584.

Cafe Malta is rated 4.6 stars by 1422 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3421 W. William Cannon Dr., #127, Austin, TX 78745

Additional information

Cross street
Brodie Lane
Neighborhood
South Austin
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, French, Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
William Cannon & Brodie
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cafemaltaaustin.com/
Phone number
(512) 853-9584
Catering
We offer a wide variety of catering options. For information, please write to catering@CafeMaltaAustin.com

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Cafe Malta

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

74 Austin Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Starters

Mussels* ^$11.00

Lamb Brochettes* ^$9.00

Smoked Fish Paté* ^$8.50

Crostini di Hill Country$8.50

Gnocchi Bleu$8.50

Hummus^$7.50

Cheese Board^$12.00

Salads

Texas Gala Apple^$7.50

Levant^$7.00

Grilled Salmon* ^$13.00

Lombatello* ^$13.00

Mains

Bistro* ^$19.50

Provençal* ^$18.50

Arista* ^$16.50

Catalan* ^$16.00

Pisto Manchego^$15.00

Maltagliati^$16.00

Champignon$14.00

Brisket Ravioli$15.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Cafe Malta offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cafe Malta restaurant rated?

Is Cafe Malta currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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