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What to order
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Rabbit
Most frequently praised dish in the reviews; described as full of flavour, delicious, tender, slowly cooked, and even the favorite dish for some diners. Several reviewers specifically came here for the rabbit or called it the best thing they ate.
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Bragioli
Repeatedly recommended as one of the restaurant’s standout Maltese dishes. Reviewers called it delicious, one of the best they’ve had on the island, and praised its homemade, hearty flavor.
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Horse Meat
Mentioned several times as very tender, lean, and flavorful. It appears in multiple tasting platters and is consistently described as a strong example of traditional local food.
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Snails
A commonly recommended local specialty that reviewers said was excellent, must-try, and easy to eat here. It was included in tasting platters and praised for its flavor and authentic Maltese character.
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Beef Stew
Included in the mixed local-food selections and described positively as part of an authentic Maltese meal. Reviewers highlighted it as well-cooked, satisfying, and part of the restaurant’s home-style cooking.
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Stuffed Zucchini
Mentioned as part of the recommended local selection and appreciated for giving diners a variety of traditional Maltese flavors. It was one of the dishes that helped make the mixed platter memorable.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 11 PM |
About Mġarr Farmers Bar
Mġarr Farmers Bar is a Maltese restaurant in Mġarr, Malta, known for traditional local food, especially bragioli, rabbit, horse meat, and homemade dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the generous portions, fair prices, and authentic, home-cooked style. The atmosphere is casual and lively, with many reviews noting a strong local crowd and a no-frills dining room. It is popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and it accepts reservations.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Mġarr Farmers Bar known for?
It is best known for traditional Maltese dishes, especially bragioli, rabbit stew, and horse meat. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the food tastes homemade, comes in big portions, and feels very local rather than polished.
What dishes are most recommended at Mġarr Farmers Bar?
The most recommended dishes include bragioli, rabbit stew, horse meat, and snails, with ftira and stuffed zucchini also mentioned by reviewers. Several guests also liked the house wine, and one reviewer said to ask for a platter or mix menu to try multiple Maltese dishes at once.
What is the atmosphere like at Mġarr Farmers Bar?
The atmosphere is casual, busy, and very local, with reviews describing people talking loudly, locals filling the tables, and even soccer conversations in the room. It suits groups and solo diners who want a relaxed, no-frills meal more than a quiet or formal setting.
Is Mġarr Farmers Bar good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers consistently call it affordable, and the listed price range is €10–20. Guests mention large portions, full meals under €45 for shared dishes, and even a €15 per person tasting selection, which makes it a strong value for traditional Maltese food.
What should I know about timing or ordering here?
It is often packed at lunch, and one review notes that the daytime menu is larger while the evening menu is more limited. If you want to try several local dishes, ordering a mix platter or shared selection is a common approach and helps you sample rabbit, bragioli, snails, and other specialties.
Is parking available at Mġarr Farmers Bar?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Mġarr Farmers Bar kid-friendly?
Yes, Mġarr Farmers Bar is good for kids.
