Valletta, Malta — Est. 1987
Traditional Maltese cuisine crafted from the day's freshest catch and centuries of island heritage.
Explore Our MenuNestled along the historic bastions of Valletta, Dar il-Baħar — meaning House of the Sea — has been serving authentic Maltese flavours for over three decades. Our kitchen celebrates the archipelago's rich culinary crossroads: Mediterranean sun, Arab spice, and Sicilian soul.
Every dish tells a story — from slow-braised fenkata on Sundays to the delicate sweetness of freshly caught lampuki. We source locally, cook with care, and welcome every guest like family.
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Fresh Maltese cheeselets served with Maltese bread, sun-dried tomatoes, and a drizzle of Gozo olive oil.
VegetarianThinly sliced local octopus with capers, lemon zest, parsley oil and cracked black pepper.
SignatureTraditional widow's soup — a rich broth of seasonal vegetables crowned with a poached egg and ġbejna.
TraditionalSlow-stewed octopus in a fragrant tomato and red wine sauce, served with crusty Maltese bread.
Pan-seared mahi-mahi — the prized fish of the Maltese season — with a caper and tomato salsa and wild greens.
SeasonalBraised rabbit sautéed in garlic, wine and rosemary, Malta's beloved Sunday tradition served with roast potatoes.
Sundays OnlyA refined take on the classic — flaky pastry parcels filled with local tuna, capers and ricotta, baked to golden perfection.
Chef's PickCreamy seafood risotto loaded with today's market catch — prawns, clams, and sea bass — finished with saffron butter.
Maltese beef olives — thin slices of beef wrapped around a savoury stuffing and slow-braised in a rich tomato sauce.
TraditionalBaked pasta with a wild mushroom ragù, béchamel and Gozo aged cheese — a comforting Maltese classic, meat-free.
VegetarianDeep-fried date pastries scented with orange blossom and aniseed, served warm with vanilla cream.
TraditionalCrisp pastry shells filled with lightly sweetened fresh ricotta, pistachios, and candied citrus peel.
SignatureAlmond and honey cake infused with orange zest, served with a scoop of Marsaxlokk honey ice cream.
Three scoops of house-made sorbet using Maltese seasonal fruit — ask your server for today's flavours.
VeganA full-bodied Maltese Syrah-Merlot blend from one of the island's finest estates. Rich berry with a warm finish.
Local WineDelicate rosé from the indigenous Gellewża grape — pale salmon, floral aromatics, crisp acidity. Perfect with seafood.
Local WineMalta's beloved bittersweet orange and herb soft drink lengthened with sparkling water and a slice of orange.
Non-AlcoholicHouse cocktail — prickly pear purée from Gozo blended with prosecco and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Cocktail14, Triq San Ġorġ
Valletta, VLT 1110
Malta
Mon–Sat: 12:00 – 15:00 & 19:00 – 23:00
Sunday: 12:00 – 16:00 (Fenkata special)
+356 2123 4567
hello@darilbahar.mt