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What to order
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Calamari
Mentioned repeatedly as especially tasty and perfectly cooked, with reviews calling the fried calamari one of the best they’ve tried and praising its tender texture.
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Seafood Platter
Recommended for its fresh selection of seafood, including prawns, mussels, and tender calamari, with multiple reviews highlighting the freshness and variety.
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Grilled Octopus
Praised for being tender, flavorful, and well-cooked, with reviewers specifically calling it a standout starter or main dish.
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Pasta With Prawns And Clams
Noted as a delicious and memorable pasta dish, with reviewers saying it was really tasty, fresh, and one of the best meals they had there.
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Fish Soup
Recommended for its rich, hearty seafood flavor and strong ocean taste, mentioned as a highlight of the meal.
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Fried Fish Pasta
Described as incredible, fresh, and flavorful, with one reviewer calling it one of the best dishes they’ve had in Malta.
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Seafood Risotto
Praised for being delicious and packed with seafood like prawns, clams, mussels, and squid, making it a standout dish.
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Swordfish Steaks
Recommended for being generously portioned and well prepared, with reviewers noting the fish was fresh and excellent.
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Pasta Con Ricci
Specifically mentioned as super tasty and worth trying, with a reviewer saying they came especially for this dish and loved it.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10 PM |
About Mare Bello
Mare Bello is a restaurant in Marsaxlokk, Malta, serving Mediterranean seafood and pasta dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the very fresh fish and seafood, especially calamari, swordfish, vongole, and prawn pasta, along with generous portions. The restaurant has outdoor seating with bay and harbour views, and it is described as casual and cozy. It is popular for lunch and dinner, and reservations are recommended for dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Mare Bello known for?
Mare Bello is best known for fresh fish and seafood, especially calamari, swordfish, and vongole. Reviewers repeatedly mention the bay and harbour views from the outdoor seating, which pair with the seafood-focused menu and generous portions.
What dishes are most recommended at Mare Bello?
Frequently recommended dishes include calamari fritti, prawn pasta with clams, baked sea bass with potatoes, swordfish, and tuna. Reviewers also call out seafood pasta combinations, busiate with seafood, and octopus as standout choices.
What is the atmosphere like at Mare Bello?
The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with outdoor seating that looks over Marsaxlokk’s bay and fishing boats. It suits relaxed lunches and dinners for couples, solo diners, and groups, and reviewers often mention friendly, attentive service.
Is Mare Bello good value, and what is the price range?
Mare Bello is priced at €20–45, and reviewers often describe the portions as generous, which supports the value. The food is praised as fresh and well prepared, so the price range feels aligned with the seafood and harbour-side setting in Marsaxlokk.
Do you need a reservation or is it busy at dinner?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Reviewers also note that seating is mainly outside, so visiting earlier or planning ahead can help if you want a bay-view table.
Is parking available at Mare Bello?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Does Mare Bello have vegetarian options?
Yes, Mare Bello offers vegetarian options.
Is Mare Bello kid-friendly?
Yes, Mare Bello is good for kids.
