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Latest update: 2 April 2026
Sliema may have a few fewer restaurants, coffee bars, and ice cream shops than St. Julian’s, but they’re really great! And often just a little less popular, so a bit quieter. Here are some of my favorites in Sliema, Malta.
Restaurant Fresco’s
Friendly priced and friendly service: that is restaurant Fresco’s in the Exiles Bay. You can eat with a view of the bay. Very atmospheric. The menu includes pizzas, pasta, and fish and meat dishes. Just a simple restaurant with Italian vibes and fresh food. If you dare, you can also order rabbit dishes – typically Maltese.
Carolina’s Petit Café
Very sweet. Pink. Curlicues. That’s Carolina’s. Inside you will be amazed by the decoration, and you can look out over the water on the sunny terrace. The interior is very sweet, and the sweet-toothed among us can also enjoy cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. But you can also just come for a glass of wine. By the way, you order at the bar; I didn’t realize that for about 15 minutes. 😉
Tip! Read all tips for to do’s and sights in Sliema.
Vegan food at Balance Bowl
At Balance Bowl, you can have super tasty vegan food. It is a modern restaurant with very helpful service. And the portions are huge. I tried the vegan No Doner Kebab and it was so good. So really, I promise, meat lovers will also enjoy this restaurant.
Balance Bowl is almost in Sliema actually, it’s in Gżira. But trust me, you’ll want to leave Sliema for this restaurant.
The prettiest ice cream at Amorino
Amorino is an ice cream parlor that you see more often in Europe. Fortunately, because this Italian ice cream is very tasty. And very beautiful! Go for a cone and the employees will make a beautiful flower out of ice cream for you. Macaron on top, take a picture, and enjoy!
Get a coffee at Coffee Fellows
Coffee Fellows is a sustainable German coffee chain that opened a branch in Sliema in 2022. Good coffee and smoothie bowls, but unfortunately, they can’t make the latter for me during my visit. It’s a nice coffee shop to grab a quick coffee, but they also have comfortable seats where you can chat or work a bit. You will find Coffee Fellows opposite the ferry to Valletta.
COFFEE & strangers Espresso Bar
Are you looking for a small, local coffee shop? Then go to COFFEE & strangers Espresso Bar. The coffee is made with a lot of love and attention. The baristas do their very best to give you the best coffee and make you feel at ease. If you have questions about the coffee, they are there for you. And if you want to know even more about coffee, you can join a workshop. Check the website for the options.
Perfect stays in Sliema
Are you still looking for accommodation in Sliema? I’ve actually tried and tested a couple of options for you, and I do have a clear winner. Find out where to stay in Sliema.
More Malta inspiration?
Useful links for your Malta trip
- Accommodation. Still favorite: Booking.com. Would you rather stay in a hostel? Check Hostelworld.
- Activities. You book the best tours and activities with GetYourGuide and Viator. For ‘free’ walking tours, try Freetour.com or GuruWalk and for bike tours, Baja Bikes offers excellent service.
- Attractions and museums. Interested in a 5% discount on museums and other attractions? Use this discount code at Tiqets: KIMOPREIS22
- Car rental. Compare prices and coverage on DiscoverCars and Rentalcars.com.
- Boat. For ferries in Malta, check Direct Ferries.
- Flights. Compare all your options! Please include Skyscanner and Kiwi in your search.
- Package deals. Prefer a fully catered holiday to Malta? Check your options at Expedia and CheapOair.
- SIM card. Beware of unexpectedly high phone and internet costs. Buy a local SIM card when you arrive, or arrange one online via Airalo.
- Travel guides. I like paper travel guides to browse through, for sale at Amazon, among others.
- Yoga retreat. Or treat yourself to a yoga retreat op Malta.
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