Starboy
La Vela is absolutely amazing! The food is always fresh, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. The service is top-notch — friendly, attentive, and makes you feel genuinely welcome from start to finish. Every dish we tried was delicious, and the overall atmosphere is just perfect. Definitely one of those places you’ll want to go back to again and again. 100% recommend — a must-try!
… moreMikael Engström
Nice place with a good kitchen. Recommended
Today I had fresh calamari.
I give it 7.5/10
Jan 2026
… moreJoandra Dobao
AMAZING & PHENOMENAL food and staff. Michelle was the sweetest individual you could ever meet. Joseph a waiter was very polite and helpful. The Maltese wine is a must try. The entire experience was hands down remarkable. I would recommend to anyone wanting superb food.
… moreFrida Gitsova
Great place with high standard service and amazing food. So worm welcoming and atmosphere. Special place
… moreAhmed Ali
High class restaurant, worth its money. Very modern and stylish, food is top. I have tasted many dishes, ostrich is super, seafood soup is so smooth… I long to come back!
… moreMagali
Place to go if you are a fish and seafood lover. Well executed dishes. Great choice of wine And professional service. Loved the spaghetti vongole and Neonati fritters.
… moreDavid Fenech
La Vela is one of Malta’s best restaurants – & they have the prizes and clientele to prove it. Michelle is a fabulous host, the staff dote on every diner with such pleasure and efficiency. And the food is both wonderfully original and a treat for the eye and the palate. Excellent stuff !!!
… moreElaine Said
Excellent place which I would definitely recommend. The service was very good, the food was delicious and the views of Msida church and the marina while sitting on the terrace are spectacular.
… moreClaire Bonello
Such lovely special service and such fresh, delicious food. An excellent choice for a special meal – a fancy restaurant where they make you feel at home and taken care of.
… moreRyan
Great food, ambience and service. The fillet of beef as main was delicious, and so was the dessert. Not too keen on the starters. Other than that, really good. Will be visiting again.
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