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February 15, 2025
The Malta Tourism Authority and the MICHELIN Guide are pleased to announce the results of the 2025 edition of the Malta MICHELIN Guide, celebrating the exceptional talent and innovation that continue to shape Malta’s culinary landscape.
Le GV awarded a MICHELIN star for the first time in the 2025 Malta MICHELIN Guide
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ION Harbour retains prestigious MICHELIN two stars
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Six restaurants recognised with a MICHELIN one star
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Five Bib Gourmand entries and 31 MICHELIN-recommended restaurants
This year’s edition marks a new milestone, as Le GV in Sliema has been awarded a MICHELIN star for the first time. It joins De Mondion, Rosamì, Under Grain, Noni, and Fernando Gastrotheque, all of which have retained their one MICHELIN star. Meanwhile, ION Harbour has once again been recognised with two MICHELIN stars, following its historic achievement last year. These impressive results highlight the diversity and creativity that define Malta’s evolving gastronomy.
The 2025 Malta MICHELIN Guide also features five Bib Gourmand entries and 31 MICHELIN-recommended restaurants, including three new additions: La Pira, Risette, and The Seafood Grill Market. Their inclusion further enriches the selection of high-quality dining experiences available across Malta and Gozo.
Carlo Micallef, CEO of the Malta Tourism Authority, expressed his pride in the latest achievements: "We are thrilled to see Malta’s culinary excellence celebrated on the global stage once again.
The recognition of Le GV for the first time alongside the other five MICHELIN one stars as well as the outstanding recognition of ION Harbour once more as a MICHELIN two star restaurant, underscores the incredible talent and innovation within our culinary community. These accolades reinforce Malta’s position as a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts and highlight the vital role of gastronomy in our tourism offering.
By extending our partnership with MICHELIN for another five years, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting the growth and success of Malta’s culinary sector and the development of the luxury tourism niche.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Ian Borg underscored the importance of these recognitions in Malta’s strategy towards excellence in hospitality and tourism, with higher quality, authentic experiences for visitors and locals alike. "This edition of the MICHELIN Guide once again proves that Malta is a destination where gastronomic excellence thrives.
Our chefs continue to innovate, blending tradition with modernity to deliver world-class dining experiences. These awards are a testament to the dedication of our hospitality sector. The Government will continue supporting this vital industry," Dr Borg said.
Following these outstanding results, the Malta Tourism Authority remains committed to supporting the continued growth of the country’s culinary sector, further enhancing Malta’s reputation as a quality gastronomic destination.
Full restaurant list can be seen below:
The MICHELIN Guide Malta selection 2025:
Two MICHELIN Star Establishments
Valetta ION – The Harbour
One MICHELIN Star Establishments
Fernandõ Gastrotheque
Le GV New
De Mondion
Noni
Rosamì
Under Grain
Bib Gourmand Establishments
AYU
Grain Street
Rubino
Terrone
Commando
Recommended Establishments
59 Republic
Aaron´s Kitchen
AKI
Al Sale
Bahia
Briju
Caviar & Bull
Chophouse
Giuseppi's
Grotto Tavern
Guzé
Kaiseki
La Pira New
Legligin
Level Nine by Oliver Glowig
LOA
Marea
One80 St.Christopher Street
Rebekah's
Risette New
Root 81
Ta´ Frenc
Tartarun
Terroir
The Fork and Cork
The Golden Fork
The Harbour Club
The Medina
The Seafood Grill Market New
Tmun
Zest