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 certainly be.