Don Royale
Pizza, Italian restaurant · St Julian's, Malta
Perched along Ix-Xatt ta’ San Gorg in St Julian’s, Don Royale has earned a loyal following with its Italian cuisine and seafront setting. The restaurant’s 4.5-star rating from 873 reviews reflects its consistent appeal, with diners praising everything from the tempura shrimp appetiser to the signature Timpana Royale. As Charles Reed put it, "We wanted some authentic Maltese food on our last day in Malta. Don Royale didn't disppoint."
The menu balances classic Italian dishes with local touches, offering vegetarian options alongside meat and seafood choices. Dine-in, takeaway, and delivery are all available, with reservations recommended for securing a table by the water. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and accepts both card and cash payments, ensuring a seamless experience for all guests.
Open daily from 5pm to 11pm, with an additional lunch service on Sundays from midday to 3:30pm, Don Royale caters to both casual lunches and leisurely dinners. For those exploring St Julian’s dining scene, Da Marina Restaurant & Terrace is just 15m away, making it easy to compare local offerings.
What Diners Say
"A special place, an authentic dining venue, with magnificent views. We tested several dishes, 10/10. Great value for money"
— Alexandra Negoita · a month ago · via Google
"We wanted some authentic Maltese food on our last day in Malta. Don Royale didn't disppoint. From an excellent tempura shrimp appetizer to great pizza and a Timpana Royale (correctly voted as best meal on the menu), it was a great way to end our Malta trip. Highly recommended!"
— Charles Reed · 3 months ago · via Google
"Xemek and Karan- The pic could not ask for a better pair along with their colleagues to help my parents (especially my very picky and high maintenance dad) to get a beautiful table by the sea. The food was sublime, we don’t eat pork or harm etc so it was nice that vegetarian options were available a..."
— farrah al-ghita · a month 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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