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20 Best Cafes In Malta To Get Incredible Coffee, Espresso And Cappuccino

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A good coffee can make your whole day – or start it off on the wrong foot entirely.

Life’s too short for bad coffee, and on a wild little island like Malta with enough toxic behaviours to fill several asylums, a proper cup of Joe should be a God-given right for all citizens.

We’ve all been left disappointed by an “iced coffee” that is nothing more than a normal latte with ice cubes, or an espresso that tastes as bitter as your ex’s heart.

With the bad tastes still strong in our memory, here are 20 cafes that take their coffee seriously, in no particular order.

1. Mumenti 

This little cafe in the heart of Mosta prides itself on its high quality coffee and offering everything from the Chemex to V6 pour over options – if you are feeling adventurous – surrounded by vintage vibes.

2. Caffe Berry 

With an outlet in a quiet side road in busy Sliema as well as another outlet Valletta, their flavoured drinks have developed quite the reputation – this is a must visit for pistachio lovers.

3. Caffe’ Pascucci

With medium-sized cafes all over the island, Caffe’ Pascucci has become a reliable go-to for business meetings or a quick catch up with friends.

4. Lot 61

Possibly the best coffee roasters on the island, providing top quality beans from around the world to some of Malta’s leading cafes, anyone who truly enjoys the deeper flavours in coffee needs to pass by (or grab a bag of their beans).

5. Carolina’s Petit Cafe & Tearoom

With locations in Sliema, Balzan and Qawra, the cute and bright aesthetic and tearoom vibe has developed a loyal following nationwide.

6. Jacob’s Brew – Pay It Forward

An inspirational social initiative with good coffee led by one incredible Maltese youth located in Marsaskala.

7. Coffee Circus 

A cafe with a focus on alternative lifestyles and some of the coolest little coffee bikes on the island, Coffee Circus is a chill place to hang out with friends and chat the afternoon away.

8. Kasa Kafe

Nestled right behind the Mosta Dome, enjoy a cup of fresh coffee while petting a friendly dog on a bed while enjoying a quiet spot in Mosta.

9. Manouche Craft Bakery and Bistro

One of the best bakeries on the island, their coffee is treated with the same respect that their croissants and croque madams are given.

10. Eri’s Gourmet Restaurant and Cafe

Can one ever have enough of pistachio? The answer is no, and Eri’s knows that for a fact.

11. Berta

An authentic little cafe in the quiet town of Għargħur, suitable for an intimate, long chat.

12. La Crema Siciliana

Skipping out on their freshly made bread while enjoying their coffee should be a crime.

13. Baker Street

If you wanted to switch it up but keep it green, matcha lattes at Baker Street may be the way to go.

14. Jalie’s Coffee, Cakes & Bakes 

The British approach to coffee and tea in a quiet cul-de-sac in Attard has been popular for years, and with good reason.

15. Drift Meze/Cafe

Coffee with picturesque Maltese views and an option to order Greek meze? Say no more.

16. Busy Bee

A classic name in the coffee business, make sure you grab a cannoli or three whenever in their hallowed doors.

17. Finca Velez Coffee Shop

The ‘first of its kind’ speciality Colombian coffee house in Malta, the cafe works hand in hand with indigenous communities to support them financially while focusing on some of the best coffee around.

“Our coffee is imported directly by us from selected farms in Colombia and sourced from the producers without the middle man. We offer the highest quality arabica grains that are roasted by our team in Manizales, Colombia. Manizales is a mountain city in the heart of the coffee triangle.”

18. GIO Cafe’

Offering a huge array of coffees, snacks and meals including gluten-free and vegan options, you can also literally buy the items you use – such as the cups or bowls – to take home with you as a personal souvenir.

19. Gustav

Beautiful views of majestic Mdina while enjoying a break from the “hustle and bustle of everyday life”.

20. Coffee Fellows 

Germany’s “most sustainable coffee chain” offering speciality coffee, bagels and snacks in a laid back atmosphere.

BONUS: Costa Cafe

Lowkey, their Frostinos hit the spot every time, be it summer or winter.

What’s your favourite cafe on the island? Tag them in the comments below!

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Johnathan is an award-winning Maltese journalist interested in social justice, politics, minority issues, music and food. Follow him at @supreofficialmt on Instagram, and send him news, food and music stories at [email protected]

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