Dinner at Santini Ristorante, Portomaso Marina
Portomaso Marina · Malta

Santini

Santini Ristorante

Authentic Sicilian cuisine overlooking the Portomaso Marina — where the passion for pasta, pizza, and fresh seafood meets the light of the Mediterranean.

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01 · Our Story

Where Sicilian passion meets Maltese culture

Santini was born from a simple, deep love: for the cooking we used to do at home, with real ingredients, time for the sauces, and respect for the freshly caught fish.

Our team brings the flavours of Sicily to the table — fresh pasta every day, oven-baked pizza, lava-stone grilled meat — and intertwines them with the light and Maltese hospitality of Portomaso.

“Cooking is how we say we love you.”

4.7
TripAdvisor
2,240
Reviews
#19
St Julian's
The kitchen team at Santini Ristorante
Our teamSantini Kitchen
02 · Signature

The dishes that tell our story

Three classics we carry on with the same care as those who created them first. Recipes meant to remind you why Italian cuisine remains a universal language.

Paccheri with stracciatella, guanciale and prawns
01 · Signature

Paccheri Stracciatella, Guanciale & Prawns

our most loved dish

Fresh pasta paccheri creamed with Pugliese stracciatella, crispy guanciale, and pink Sicilian prawns. Creaminess, sweetness, and the sea in one bite.

€ 22
Linguine Cacio e Pepe with beef tartare
02 · Signature

Linguine Cacio e Pepe

simplicity that speaks

Bronze-drawn pasta, Pecorino Romano DOP, Sarawak pepper freshly ground. Three ingredients, flawless technique, the pure balance of Italian cooking.

€ 18
Slow-roasted lamb shank with purée and Parmesan wafer
03 · Signature

Lamb Shank, Slow Roasted

slow, deep, Sicilian

Maltese lamb slow-cooked for six hours, red wine reduction, rustic potato purée and Parmesan wafer. The dish that takes you to southern Italy.

€ 28
Portomaso Marina, Malta
Portomaso · St Julian’s

A few steps from the sea, where the yachts sleep at their moorings and Sicily smells like home.

Our new address · Level 3
05 · Our Guests’ Voices

What they say about us

4.7 stars on TripAdvisor, over 2,200 reviews. An average that simply tells how we want to make anyone who walks in feel.

★★★★★
“Attentive and knowledgeable staff on food and wine, authentic menu with the best fish. One of the best dinners of our trip to Malta.”
Jason S.TripAdvisor
★★★★★
“The best cacio e pepe I've ever had. Quiet atmosphere with that genuine buzz of people who know they're in the right place.”
SimonTripAdvisor
★★★★★
“An unforgettable experience — freshest ingredients, care in every detail. Perfect for a romantic dinner a few steps from the sea.”
Benedetta I.TripAdvisor
★★★★★
“Exceptional quality at a price well below expectations. The staff guides you through the menu with the passion of those who know every dish.”
MicheleTripAdvisor
★★★★★
“Fresh raw materials, balanced flavours, very kind staff. An excellent quality-price ratio, we'll gladly come back.”
Francesca M.TripAdvisor
★★★★★
“Top-level cuisine with maniacal attention to presentation. Federico's professionalism made our evening unforgettable.”
Emanuela A.TripAdvisor
06 · Find Us

A few steps from the sea

You can find us on Level 3 of the Portomaso Marina, with a view over the yachts and the St Julian’s sunset. We recommend booking, especially on weekends.

Monday — Sundaylunch12:00 — 15:00dinner18:30 — 23:30
☎+356 9921 8994
✉Santinimalta@gmail.com
📍Portomaso Marina, Level 3, St Julian's, Malta STJ 2030
06 · Good to know

Frequently asked

What type of restaurant is Santini Ristorante?
Santini Ristorante is an authentic Sicilian and Italian trattoria at Portomaso Marina, Level 3, St Julian's, Malta. The kitchen cooks traditional Sicilian recipes with fresh Maltese catch, handmade pasta, and a wood-fired pizza oven. The wine list is all Italian, curated across Sicily, Piedmont and Tuscany. Price range is mid-to-upper (EUR EUR to EUR EUR EUR).
Where is Santini Ristorante located?
Santini is on Level 3 of the Portomaso Marina complex in St Julian's, Malta, postcode STJ 2030. The terrace faces the yacht basin and the Portomaso Tower. It is a five-minute walk from the Hilton Malta and the InterContinental, and the Portomaso multi-storey underneath the tower is the closest paid parking.
Do I need to book a table at Santini?
Reservations are recommended, particularly on Friday and Saturday dinner service and for tables on the outdoor terrace. You can book via the TripAdvisor widget on the website or by calling +356 9921 8994 during opening hours. Walk-ins are accepted when seating is available but cannot be guaranteed during peak season (May to October).
What are Santini opening hours?
Santini is open daily for lunch from 12:00 to 15:00 and for dinner from 18:30 to 23:30. The kitchen closes 30 minutes before last orders. Holiday-period hours and any closures are published on the Visit section of the website.
Does Santini cook gluten-free and vegetarian dishes?
Yes. Every pasta and pizza section has gluten-free alternatives and vegetarian options are spread across antipasti, primi and secondi. The kitchen accepts advance notice for dairy-free, nut-free and pescatarian requests. Please inform your server of any allergy at the start of service so the pass can be briefed before your order leaves the kitchen.
How long has Santini been in Malta?
Santini Ristorante has been serving Portomaso Marina since 2016. The restaurant is ranked #19 among more than 280 places to eat in St Julian's on TripAdvisor, with a 4.7/5 average rating from over 2,240 guest reviews, and has held a Travelers' Choice badge in recent years.
07 · Reservations

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