Is Naxxar Malta’s Next Gastro Hub? 13 Best Restaurants You Need To Check Out
Naxxar has slowly but surely been turning into a strong gastronomic hub as top food names have been clamouring to bring their brand to this once sleepy village. From Tribe to Oakberry, CFC, Marrobio, Fuel&Co, Java and Charles and Ron Café, to mention some, have all conglomerated in a small area around Naxxar Square making it a cool place to be.
Many have wondered about this phenomenon but in reality Naxxar has become the outskirts of a huge conurbation comprising of three of the largest towns in Malta; Birkirkara, Mosta and St Paul’s Bay. This places it at a strategic point to host and also deliver to a significant number of diners.
We decided to look at the some of the diverse watering holes (in no particular order) that have accumulated around this charming square.
And now you can even book your next dining experience at a select few eateries on Lovin Restaurants via Bookia.
Find restaurants just like this and more on Lovin Malta’s awesome food directory Lovin Restaurants.
1. Tikka’s Thai Street Food
This Thai food shack produces street food from a country which arguably has some of the best street-food worldwide. Already having branches in San Ġwann and Ta’ Xbiex, they were some of the first to catch on the trend to open up in Naxxar.
From Green, Red and Yellow Curries to Pad Thai and other noodle dishes and classic soups like Tom Yam Koong and Tom Kha Gai and salads like Larb Ghai, this is a true find for anyone craving Thai food or wanting to travel to exotic lands with their tastebuds. Be warned; Thai salads are not just salads!
2. Mannarinu Brunch Bar
The long established Mannarinu Caterers have also brunched out (pun intended) into Naxxar with a brunch bar opening weekends from 7 am- 7pm offering healthy bites for trim beach bodies.
3. Fuel & Co.
Also following the salutatory trend of healthy eating, Fuel & Co. has also found a niche in Naxxar with light food and innovative offerings such as building your own pizza.
Their charcoal pizza has become somewhat iconic but there are other interesting bases such as beet to choose from.
4. Marrobio
Besides their well known artistic and very tasty pizzas, the authentic Italian Marrobbio also serves pasta, mains and desserts with all the national pride they reserve for their food. Such as proper Carbonara and Gnocchi.
5. Tribe
A delicious all-day concept serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Interesting flavours and compelling presentations are a staple of this up and coming brand and curiously enough, it has just found itself in Naxxar as well!
6. Oakberry
Chipping in on the health food trend, Oakberry describes itself as the first and only authentic Brazilian Açaí experience in Malta. Fresh fruits, granola, coconut, seeds or peanut butter are the kind of ingredients that go into the Açaí Bowl.
7. Beerhead
Beer Head is a craft beer bottle shop and a beer tasting room with indoor & outdoor seating. Sporting a great selection of craft beers even sometimes having their own brews this is a good place to wind down from some serious shopping.
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8. CFC
One of the Island’s fave fried chicken outlets has also opened its doors in this traditional village. CFC is credited with the crispiest fried chicken by those in the know so I guess it’s inevitable!
9. Charles and Ron Café
Our best known fashion exports have opened the first and only fashion café in Malta. Their brunch offerings, hot chocolates and cocktails are also a work of art.
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10. Java
And bang in the middle of the square we have the beloved Java where you can enjoy a lovely, healthy breakfast or brunch in the sun.
11. Kimchi
Kimchi is an Asian fusion restaurant mixing flavours and spices served in a bustling spot in the centre of Naxxar. As you can see the variety is endless.
12. MCA
Every Gastronomic hub deserves a good culinary school and in Naxxar there is the Mediterranean Culinary Academy. Organising a number of events and food orientated workshops, they have even created an olive oil which just won a prestigious award. If you want to improve your cheffing skills, even if to just impress your partner or friends or to eat better at home, have a look at their offerings.
13. Luna Palazzo Parisio
Now for the classiest joint of all, Luna Cafe, where you can have high tea or aperitivo in the lawn surrounded by the lush gardens of this 18th century palazzo. Taste the noble way of life!
As you can see there is quite an impressive array of diverse eateries that will whet your appetite, all within reach of the Naxxar Pjazza. This will probably increase the amount of diners checking out new flavours and give a boost to Naxxar as a foodie Mecca.
You can find restaurants just like this and more on Lovin Malta’s awesome food directory Lovin Restaurants and don’t forget to book your next dining experience at a select few eateries on Lovin Restaurants through Bookia.
Will you be checking out and new outlets in Naxxar soon?
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