Restaurants

D'Orsini Gastro-Pub

4.1 153 reviews 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 203 Triq id-disejn, Birgu, Malta

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Located at 203 Triq id-disejn in Birgu, Malta, D'Orsini Gastro-Pub encapsulates the essence of Maltese dining experience. This cozy restaurant is a community favorite, frequently filled with locals seeking traditional flavors. Patrons rave about their delicious rabbit stew—an emblematic dish of Maltese cuisine—cooked to perfection with juicy meat and a rich sauce that pairs beautifully with fries. The octopus in wine is another standout dish, praised for its tenderness and flavorful presentation, reflecting the chef's dedication to quality.

The atmosphere at D'Orsini is warm and inviting. Many reviews highlight the incredible service, noting the staff's friendliness and willingness to provide recommendations. The affordability of the menu adds to its appeal, with customers consistently mentioning the value offered—good food at reasonable prices.

Though some diners have experienced minor wait times, the consensus remains that indulging in the culinary delights here is well worth it. D'Orsini Gastro-Pub not only serves delightful meals but also embodies the spirit of Maltese hospitality. It's a must-visit spot for both locals and tourists looking to immerse themselves in authentic Maltese cuisine.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great coffee
Great dessert

Popular for

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with D'Orsini Gastro-Pub before visiting.

Reviews for D'Orsini Gastro-Pub

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Review highlights

Based on 153 reviews

D'Orsini Gastro-Pub in Birgu is widely appreciated for its authentic Maltese cuisine, with traditional dishes like rabbit stew and octopus frequently praised for their quality and flavor. The establishment enjoys strong local patronage, contributing to its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Customers often highlight the very reasonable pricing, making it an attractive option for both food and drinks. While the pub's cozy setting, enhanced by air conditioning and comfortable seating, adds to its charm, some visitors note occasional waiting times. Overall, D'Orsini is regarded as a cultural and culinary gem that offers a genuine Maltese dining experience complemented by attentive service.

Jonno Bennett

Oct 03, 2025

An amazing little Maltese restaurant serving a good range of meals. It seems like it is well patronised by the locals. We wanted to try the traditional rabbit stew and it was very good. The prices were extremely reasonable and the staff were incredibly friendly and were went out of their way to make us welcome and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this place.

Gozo Bozo

Oct 01, 2025

We had fried rabbit and horse stew. Rabbit was delicious! Horse meat was a bit chewy, and there was no spoon Great service, very friendly. Great price.

Connie

Aug 24, 2025

A friendly pub just off the main square of Birgu, and well loved by the Maltese/Birgu locals. Drinks and food are crazy cheap as well. Drinks were good, seating was comfortable, and very nice having air-con inside. Can’t complain!

Filips Vadonis

Aug 22, 2025

Pub is on small street, that gives the asthetic Malta cultural feelings. We came to the place from Valetta on water taxi, so it was a full experience. Food was delicious: I took pan fried rabbit and my wife took octopus in wine. Rabbit was juicy and well cooked, sauce tasted good with rabbit and fries. Octopus was great, it was perfectly made and the salat that was added just made the flavour spark more. Octopus came with home cooked bread and was great with sauces. Staff helped to decide and gave insides on food. We asked and they did answer, as well answered to questions for locations for better markets in three city’s. I recommend coming to this place.

Altina Zdravkova

Aug 21, 2025

Restaurant is near the centre, it’s in a good location. Prices are really good for the food. We waited quite a lot, around 30 minutes but food was delicious. I recommend it if you want good food for normal price.

R. L.

Aug 15, 2025

Food is relatively cheaper than the other places in the vicinity. Service is friendly. Had the rabbit with fries