L'altra Cantina
International restaurant · Naxxar, Malta
Tucked away at 43 Pjazza Vittorja in Naxxar, L'altra Cantina has earned a stellar 4.6/5 rating from 18 reviews, drawing diners with its authentic Italian charm. The restaurant’s Bacaro experience, featuring cicchetti, pasta, and crispy calamari and prawns, has become a local favourite, offering a taste of Italy in Malta’s heartland. As Jonaphin Spiteri put it, "Great night out with friends.
We went for the “Bacaro” experience and it really delivered. Had a mix of cicchetti, pasta and the frittura (crispy calamari and prawns) — everything was fresh and very tasty."
Dine-in, takeaway, and reservations are all welcome here, complemented by a thoughtfully curated wine and beer selection. Whether you’re enjoying a meal al fresco or savouring a crostata for dessert, the restaurant’s warm atmosphere and attentive service create a memorable evening. Just 39 metres from Palazzo Parisio and Gardens, it’s a perfect spot for food enthusiasts exploring Naxxar’s culinary scene.
What Diners Say
"Great night out with friends. We went for the “Bacaro” experience and it really delivered. Had a mix of cicchetti, pasta and the frittura (crispy calamari and prawns) — everything was fresh and very tasty. Finished with a crostata which was spot on. We were four and sat outside with a lovely view ..."
— Jonaphin Spiteri · 2 months ago · via Google
"The food and the attention are amazing in this place. If you're trying to find a good Italian restaurant, this is your place"
— Aurelio Capozzelli · 9 months ago · via Google
"Amazing place for some food and wine. The wine selection is fantastic, and the platters are absolutely exquisite. The amount of effort put in every little dish, the sheer variety of things you don't normally see on the island, is on another level. Great service to boot is the cherry on the cake. Def..."
— Ryan Abela · a year ago · via Google
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Menu prices and opening hours are correct as of July 2026 and are subject to change. Always confirm directly with the restaurant before visiting.
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