209 The Strand, Gzira, Malta

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MICHELIN Guide's Point Of View

Bib Gourmand: good quality, good value cooking

A lively venue with a youthful spirit, located on the Gzira seafront, where the main attraction is a cuisine that draws from all corners of the world. The three brothers at the helm have travelled extensively, and their menu reflects their global influences. In turn you’ll find delights from Morocco, Japan, Italy, Venezuela, and so on. The inspector enjoyed starting with lamb-stuffed pitas to be flavoured with yoghurt and harissa sauces (from Lebanon). This was followed by an eggplant stew with walnuts, paired with spiced rice and a raw vegetable tartare (from Iran). The simple dessert brought together multiple cultures: an enormous profiterole (its origin debated between France and Italy) filled with Mediterranean pistachio cream and crisp dark chocolate pearls from Belgium. The excellent value for money and informal atmosphere make it a must-visit.

Facilities & Services

• Air conditioning
• Restaurant offering vegetarian menus

Reservation number

tel:+356 2133 7141

Website

https://ayu.mt/

Opening hours