Rubino

Restaurant · Valletta

Rubino

Restaurant · Valletta

53 Old Bakery Street, Il-Belt Valletta, Malta

Highlights

A cozy Italian trattoria in Malta, this spot serves up hearty seafood and homemade pasta with a warm, welcoming vibe that feels like family.

53 Old Bakery Street, Il-Belt Valletta, Malta Get directions

rubinomalta.com

@rubinomalta

$$$$

@michelinguide

"This sweet little bistro started life in 1906 as a confectionery shop, serving, among other things, cassata Siciliana – which it still offers today. Sit in one of three cosy, traditional rooms and receive hands-on service from the owner. The blackboard menu lists classic Maltese and Italian dishes." - Michelin Inspector

Rubino

View Postcard for Rubino

@michelinguide

"One of the four Bib Gourmand awarded restaurants which retains their status from last year." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

The MICHELIN Guide Malta 2023 is Launched Today!

View Postcard for Rubino

@michelinguide

"Received a Bib Gourmand in 2020 and is renowned for its traditional cuisine, served in a setting as rustic as it is charming." - Le Guide MICHELIN

A gourmet getaway to Valletta

View Postcard for Rubino

@michelinguide

"A long-standing favourite where you can choose classic Maltese and Italian dishes from the blackboard – don’t leave without ordering the cassata Siciliana, which has been on the menu since 1906! Sit in one of three cosy, traditional rooms and receive hands-on service from the owner." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

MICHELIN Guide Malta 2020 Debuts With Three Starred Restaurants

View Postcard for Rubino

@michelinguide

MICHELIN Guide Malta 2020: Three Michelin Stars and Three Bib Gourmands

View Postcard for Rubino

John Stead

Google

A superb dining experience in a quirky restaurant. The restaurant is in what was a confectionery shop, there are 3 levels, menus are on blackboards and each item is explained to you so you can make your choice. There are a lot of Maltese dishes on the menu. The bread and water biscuits are accompanied by hummus and ricotta. Portions are generous and mains come with chips and a selection of vegetables. All the food was excellent with great tastes. The 2 front of house staff were great although busy would make time to ensure everything was OK. This would be our first port of call if we ever get back to Malta.

Georgia P

Google

We had very high expectations of this place as everyone was recommending it and also because of being mentioned in the Michelin guide. If it wasn’t for all the hype, it would’ve probably been a 4 star meal, but in the given circumstances can only offer 3. We had a table at the lowest level and our waiter really pushed our chairs in the corner saying there’s not much room for him to walk by, totally understandable however he could’ve been more polite. Food was good but not excellent, the best part was the rabbit and the side of roasted potatoes and vegetables.

Janet Wertli

Google

Wow. When we come back to Malta I book a table here again. Great, knowledgeable friendly service with a smile. the people here clearly love what they do. I had spaghetti with bottarga and lemon followed by the best calamari I’ve ever had, hubby had paccheri with Maltese sausage and nudja followed by sea bass involtini. It was all amazing. Great flavour. Perfectly cooked pasta I would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Reem Azzi

Google

I can't say enough about this restaurant! From the moment I walked in, I felt at home. The warm, family vibe is truly something special, and it creates the perfect atmosphere for a memorable meal. The staff are incredibly welcoming and treat you like one of their own. You can tell they genuinely care about their customers, which makes the whole experience even more enjoyable. On top of that, the food is absolutely fantastic! You can taste the love and care in every dish. Whether you're looking for a cozy night out or just a place to feel at home, this restaurant has it all. I’ve fallen in love not only with the food but with the amazing people behind it. Highly recommend! The cheesecake is a must must must try ✨✨✨

Piotr Daniel

Google

We were hoping for a nice evening with the traditional Maltese cuisine at Rubino - basing our expectations on Michelin Bib award and good reviews all around internet. While the beginning of our experience was quite nice and the pumpkin soup was really tasteful the latter part ruined everything. We decided to go with rabbit and a lamb shack (which was dish of the day apparently). Though rabbit was overcooked it has quite okay taste. We cannot say the same for the lamb shack, it was basically tasteless, consisted of bone with a loads of lamb fat with barely any meat… it was terrible to say the least. But the best part was the bill… not only they added the 1.2€ pp to our bill for the bread and subpar humus (which as waiter told us ought to be „on house”) but we were so underwhelmed when we saw the price of lamb shack - 35€. Unacceptable. We paid, left confused and disappointed. Never coming back and would advise anyone to not visit that place.

Google

Phenomenal food and service. The owner explained every item on the menu carefully and every staff was lovely. The restaurant can get very busy; thus reservation is essential. Definitely deserve the Michelin Guide recommendation.

Atakan

Google

Dining at Rubino in Valletta was a memorable experience, offering a taste of authentic Maltese and Italian flavors in a charming, historic setting. The menu focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients, and we were excited to try their renowned dishes. The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the Fenek Moqli (traditional Maltese fried rabbit) and the calamari plate—both were perfectly cooked, flavorful, and truly showcased the restaurant’s expertise. The side of roasted potatoes and vegetables complemented the dishes beautifully, adding a rustic and comforting touch. The service was friendly but felt a bit rushed at times, which took away slightly from the relaxed dining experience. That said, the atmosphere at Rubino is warm and nostalgic, making it a great place for a cozy meal in Valletta. With a few small improvements in pacing and consistency, it could be a 5-star experience! Would definitely return for the rabbit and calamari.

jia hui koh

Google

Best meal we had in Malta! Definitely recommend the burrata cheese with cured fish and the Grilled calamari. So fresh!! And if they have white chocolate cheesecake on the menu, GO FOR IT. it was so good that we went back the next day for it but there was no seat and they wouldn't let us take away (doggie bag it). Please make reservation.