Malta’s plant-based scene is growing fast and these spots prove it π±π²πΉ From wholesome brunch spots with gorgeous views to modern Indian with amazing vegan options, the island has more to offer than you’d expect. Malta has a warm Mediterranean food culture, and its vegan scene blends international influences with local produce in a way that is genuinely charming.
Malta’s vegan-friendly spots are spread across the island β from the capital Valletta to the coastal towns of Gzira and Balluta Bay. Here’s my guide to the best.
Best Vegan Restaurants in Malta
1. Bohini Malta β Wholesome Brunch & Lunch with Views in MΔ‘arr
Bohini in the charming village of MΔ‘arr is one of Malta’s most beloved breakfast and lunch spots β a fresh, local, and vegan-friendly cafΓ© that serves creative brunch dishes, excellent coffee, and genuine Mediterranean warmth. The vegan and gluten-free options are extensive and consistently excellent, and the setting in the quiet northwest of the island provides a beautiful contrast to busier tourist areas. Available on Bolt and Wolt for delivery. 18+ policy in the evenings.
π Triq Kurat Chetcuti 13, L-MΔ‘arr, Malta MGR 1010 | π www.bohini.com.mt | πΈ @bohinimalta
2. Gugar Valletta β Hearty Local Flavours in the Capital
Gugar in the capital Valletta brings hearty, flavour-forward plant-based cooking to the heart of Malta’s magnificent baroque capital. The menu celebrates local Maltese ingredients and flavours in plant-based form, and the results are consistently satisfying and genuinely rooted in the island’s culinary culture. A wonderful option for lunch or dinner while exploring Valletta’s extraordinary architecture.
π 89A Republic Street, Valletta VLT 001, Malta | βοΈ +356 2703 2837 | πΈ @gugar_valletta
3. Anurak Ti Healthy Treats β Sugar-Free Vegan Treats in Qawra
Anurak Ti Healthy Treats in Qawra is a genuinely lovely discovery β a small, passionate vegan and healthy eating spot serving sugar-free treats and nourishing plant-based eats. The commitment to clean, wholesome ingredients is evident in every item on the menu, and it’s become a favourite among health-conscious Malta residents and visitors alike.
π Triq il-Qawra, Qawra, San Pawl il-BaΔ§ar, Malta | βοΈ +356 9937 1011 | π anurakti.com.mt | πΈ @anuraktihealthytreats
4. Balance Bowl β Plant-Based Goodness All Day in Gzira
Balance Bowl in Gzira is one of Malta’s most reliable and popular plant-based restaurants β an all-day spot serving colourful, nourishing bowls, smoothies, and plant-based meals from morning until evening. The consistency and quality make it a favourite for both locals and visitors, and the Gzira location makes it easily accessible from across the island.
π 182 Triq ix-Xatt, Gzira, Malta | βοΈ +356 2732 0556 | π balance-bowl.com | πΈ @balance_bowl
5. Naan Bar Malta β Modern Indian with Amazing Vegan Options
Naan Bar on Melita Street in Valletta is one of Malta’s most exciting restaurants β a modern Indian kitchen and cocktail bar serving tandoor-led cooking with a genuine commitment to quality. The vegan curry options are outstanding, and the menu demonstrates how Indian cuisine naturally lends itself to brilliant plant-based cooking. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
π 60/1 Melita Street, Valletta, Malta VT1450 | π www.naanbar.com | πΈ @naanbarmalta
6. NAAR RestoBar β Vegan-Forward Menu & Sunset Cocktails in Balluta
NAAR in the beautiful Balluta Bay area is a vibrant, pet-friendly RestoBar with a vegan-forward menu and genuinely spectacular sunset views. The weekend bottomless brunch with live music is a highlight, and the happy hour cocktails alongside the vegan menu make it an ideal spot for a long, relaxed evening by the sea. One of Malta’s most atmospheric dining destinations.
π 1 Triq Censu Tabone, Balluta Bay, St Julian’s STJ 1017, Malta | βοΈ +356 2137 3412 | π naarmalta.com | πΈ @naarmalta
7. Ayu The Traveller’s Kitchen β Mediterranean Flavours in Gzira
Ayu The Traveller’s Kitchen in Gzira brings Mediterranean flavours with a genuinely veggie-friendly approach β a warm, creative restaurant that celebrates the incredible abundance of Mediterranean produce in seasonal dishes and sharing plates. A wonderful option for a relaxed meal in one of Malta’s most characterful waterside areas.
π 209 The Strand, Gzira GZR 1023, Malta | βοΈ +356 2133 7141 | π ayu.mt | πΈ @ayu_thetravellerskitchen
8. Soul Food Malta β Cozy Veg & Vegan Options in Valletta
Soul Food Malta on Merchants Street in Valletta is a cozy, welcoming spot serving vegetarian and vegan options alongside a broader menu β the kind of place where plant-based diners are genuinely catered to with care and thoughtfulness. Located in the heart of the capital, it’s an ideal stop during a day of exploring Valletta’s extraordinary historic sites.
π 76 Merchants Street, Valletta VLT 1117, Malta | βοΈ +356 9992 2599 | πΈ @soulfood_malta
9. Eeetwell β Vegan Wraps & Bowls
Eeetwell is a convenient and consistently good plant-based option across Malta β serving vegan wraps and bowls with fresh ingredients and honest flavours. A reliable choice for a quick, healthy, and satisfying plant-based meal on the island.
π 65/66 Triq Il-Merkanti, Valletta VLT 1170, Malta | βοΈ +356 2711 0611 | π eeetwell.com | πΈ @eeetwell
Tips for Vegan Travellers in Malta
Malta is a small island and distances are manageable β you can feasibly visit spots across different parts of the island in a single day. Valletta’s Naan Bar, Gugar, and Soul Food are all within easy walking distance of each other. Bohini in MΔ‘arr is worth the drive for the village atmosphere. Balance Bowl and Ayu in Gzira are both excellent for waterside dining. And NAAR’s sunset cocktails in Balluta are not to be missed on a warm Mediterranean evening.
Have you eaten vegan in Malta? Let me know your favourite spots in the comments!