Nestled in the heart of Valletta, only one street from the majestic St John’s Co-Cathedral. Grana Cucina’s cuisine is a tribute to the sea, offering a refined selection of fish and seafood dishes that encapsulate the essence of Italian classics, without forgetting the comfort of a homely breakfast.
Opened in 2022, Grana Cucina resides in a beautifully refurbished Cumberland Boutique Hotel, a palazzo, where history meets contemporary taste. Whether you’re looking for an intimate dining, a friend reunion or group events, our restaurant offers the ideal rooms and venue. Our 2023 Trip Advisor Award attests to our commitment to creating memorable dining experiences.
Discover our charming menu of Italian seafood cuisine in Valletta and reserve your next meal with us.
A selection of Italian and Mediterranean cold cuts, cheeses, olives and sundried tomatoes
Fresh burrata, Parma ham and basil
Fresh mussels and clams, cooked in white wine, cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic and parsley
Fresh D.O.P. Buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes and basil
Octopus and potatoes, cooked in white wine, cherry tomatoes, olives and capers
Bruschetta bread 3 way: • Fresh tomatoes and basil V, G • Rucola and salmon gravlax SF, L, G • Leeks, bell peppers and cream cheese V, G
Fresh mushrooms in garlic, butter, cherry tomatoes and parsley. Toasted bread on the side.
Soup of the day
Thin sliced raw beef, marinated in extra virgin olive oil and lemon zest with cherry tomatoes and Grana D.O.P. shavings
Thin sliced fresh tuna with red radish, capers, lemon juice and rucola, drizzled in extra virgin olive oil and cracked black pepper
Mixed leaves, D.O.P. burrata, Parma ham, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and balsamic reduction
Chicken breast, mixed leaves, cherry tomatoes, croutons, Caesar dressing and Grana D.O.P. shavings
Salmon gravlax, mixed leaves, onions, cherry tomatoes, black olives and lemon dressing
Saffron, crispy red onion and white cream. Grana D.O.P. shavings
Wild mushroom, Brie cheese, leeks, butter, parsley, white wine and cream
Fresh seafood, with a touch of garlic, cherry tomatoes, parsley and white wine
Meat filled tortellini with a homemade ragout of meat, celery, carrots, onions and red sauce. Grana D.O.P. shavings
Garlic, chilli flakes, parsley, pecorino cheese sundried tomatoes and tomato sauce
Minced meat, ham, mushrooms, onions, celery, carrots, white wine and cream
Fresh local clams, parsley, cooked in a white wine sauce
Fresh pasta stuffed with wild mushrooms cooked in white wine, herbal oil, parsley and white cream. Grana D.O.P. shavings and walnuts
Red prawns, calamari, cooked with cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, white wine, tomato sauce and granules of herbed breadcrumbs
Guanciale, egg yolk, black pepper, pecorino cheese
Potato gnocchi with San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil and Grana D.O.P. shavings
Potato gnocchi with basil pesto, prawns, pistachio crumbs and a touch of cream
E GAMBERI V, SF, L, G Fresh pasta stuffed with scallops, prawns and marscarpone. Cooked in a light tomato sauce with tiger prawns, leeks, onions, cherry tomatoes, garlic, parsley and flamed in brandy.
Rib eye, chicken breast, lamb chops, sausages. Fries and salad
Pork ribs in a homemade BBQ sauce. Sesame seeds garnish
Scottona prime fillet of beef, grilled to your liking
Char grilled rib eye, grilled to your liking
Beef bavette, grilled to your liking, served with rocket leaves,cherry tomatoes and Grana D.O.P. shavings
Local fresh chicken breast, marinated and charcoal grilled
Grilled lamb chops served on a bed of potato purée and Grana sauce on top
Beef patty, crispy onions, Grana cheese and pistachio crust, crispy guanciale, house sauce, salad. Fries
Double beef patty, Grana cheese, cherry tomatoes, basil, house sauce. Fries
Beef patty, Grana cheese, mixed leaves, house sauce. Fries
Local octopus in a garlic and herbs marinade, grilled and served on a bed of potato purée
Local king prawns, pan fried in garlic with olives, capers, leeks, cherry tomatoes and basil, flamed in Pernod, served on a bed of rucola
(seafood & shellfish platter). Fresh seafood in season cooked in herbs, white wine, cherry tomatoes, radicchio, iceberg lettuce and garlic oil
