Marea — Restaurant in Kalkara

Dining in Malta has recently taken a slump. Prices are high, and service isn't great, but Marea seems to have kept their standards high and prices competitive with other establishments. Whilst the pricing isn't exactly a bargain, for the type of restaurant Marea is, it's justified. The servers are very attentive and polite. They're trained well on how to serve and open wine. There was only one server who I struggled to understand, but I can brush that off. The food was sublime and fresh. There was only one roll of sushi, which I didn't like, but that's down to personal taste rather than the roll not tasting good. However, for the pricepoint, I would have expected each roll on the chef's platter to have at least 6 pieces each rather than 4 pieces per roll. The atmosphere itself seemed slightly barren. It's not the first time I've been to Marea, but something is amiss. Regardless, this can be a positive as there's plenty of space, and for Sunday lunch, it wasn't too busy. Whilst Marea isn't perfect, with a few touches, details, and extra effort, it can...

My girlfriend and I celebrated Valentine’s Day by dining at this exquisite restaurant. Opting for the set menu turned out to be a splendid choice, as it allowed us to enjoy our time together without the hassle of deciding what to eat. The food served was nothing short of remarkable, and the restaurant’s stunning aesthetic added to the allure of our evening. The warmth and hospitality of the staff further elevated our experience, with a special shoutout to our waiter, Wilson, whose service was exemplary—thank you, Wilson. Among the array of dishes, one particularly captivated us. When we expressed our desire to have it again, the chef graciously offered it on the house, a gesture that left us pleasantly surprised. Overall, the evening was a delightful blend of culinary excellence, serene ambiance, and attentive service. We left with happy hearts and are eagerly...

I was disappointed, the food is too little for the prices. In addition, the service is very problematic, we asked 4 times if we could order, they threw each other saying that the other friend would take the order, not me, and then the first person we asked came to take the order again. We had to repeat what we wanted more than a few times. When we asked for chef specials they said it would take a long time and asked us to place another order and they were a bit angry about it. The meat dish was really bad. Even though we asked for medium cooking, we got a meat that felt like eating charcoal. The best part is the location, the view, the environment makes you feel happy but leaves you hungry. If you go, go for the wine...