Malte

Que manger : La Valette

Valletta’s food scene mixes historic Maltese recipes with fresh Mediterranean ingredients, especially along the waterfront and historic streets. You’ll find everything from quick street snacks to sit‑down taverns.

Plats locaux à goûter

Pastizzi

Flaky puff pastry filled with ricotta or peas, sold at pastizzerie city‑wide, perfect for a quick bite.

Ftira

Round, soft bread often split and filled with tuna, olives, capers, or local cheese, eaten for lunch or snack.

Rabbit stew

Slow‑cooked rabbit in wine and herbs, a traditional Sunday or festive dish served in taverns.

Bragioli

Thin beef slices rolled around minced meat, herbs and bacon, braised in red wine, typical home‑cooked meal.

Lampuki pie

Seasonal dorado (lampuki) baked with potatoes and herbs, enjoyed in autumn when the fish arrives.

Imqaret

Deep‑fried pastries stuffed with spiced dates, sold at markets as a sweet treat after dinner.

Kinnie

Locally produced soft drink made from bitter oranges and herbs, refreshing on a hot day.

Ġellewża wine

Light, aromatic white wine from the Ġellewża grape, common with seafood meals.

Où manger

1
Strait Street
Historic nightlife lane with bars and street food stalls, great for pastizzi and craft drinks.
2
Merchant Street
Bustling pedestrian street lined with bakeries and cafés, ideal for ftira and fresh pastries.
3
Valletta Waterfront
Promenade beside the Grand Harbour offering seafood restaurants and open‑air markets.