Welcome to the Cave Bar, where the spirit of the Mediterranean comes alive in a truly unique setting. This menu is a journey through the sea and land, combining locally inspired flavours with contemporary flair. From traditional Maltese favourites to refined seafood creations and hearty mains, every dish reflects our passion for quality ingredients, careful preparation, and the pleasure of sharing good food in good company.
Starters
Fish Soup ‘Aljotta’11,00 €
Traditional Maltese fish soup with black mussels
Salmon Tartare en Croûte11,00 €
Fresh salmon, dill leaves, avocado, caviar, and soy mayonnaise
Calamari Fritti12,00 €
Deep-fried calamari served with Marie Rose sauce
Prawn Carpaccio14,00 €
Grapefruit, semi-dried cherry tomatoes, infused herb oil
Wild Sea Bass Ceviche14,00 €
Pressed pineapple, pickled beetroot, citrus dressing
Duck Prosciutto14,00 €
With pickled baby beetroot, puffed seeds and balsamic pearls
Burrata di Bufala14,50 €
Pressed watermelon, mint leaves, preserved lemon
Pasta
Mezzelune Ricotta e Spinaci15,00 €
Roasted pumpkin purée, white truffle oil, summer peas, and crispy Parmesan cheese
Amberjack Ravioli16,00 €
Fresh ravioli filled with Japanese amberjack, served with creamy prawn bisque and preserved lemon
Spaghetti al Mare16,00 €
Octopus, calamari, black olives, garden herbs, tomato sauce, and garlic
Carnaroli Risotto with Bottarga and Prawns17,00 €
Creamy prawn bisque, bottarga, and hand-minced prawn tartare
Trio of Pasta - To Share35,00 €
Tagliatelle with fresh mussels, garlic, and cherry tomatoes; Linguine with fresh clams, herb oil, and preserved lemon; Tagliatelle with white fish, king prawns, and prawn bisque
House Favourites
Scottish Salmon Fillet24,00 €
Pan-seared in butter, served with prawn bisque, zucchini, courgette, and nori
Misto Frutti di Mare24,00 €
Golden deep-fried squid, bogue (vopi), octopus, and local white fish, served with a Marie Rose dip
Poached Black Shell Mussels24,50 €
Garlic, Sauvignon Blanc, cherry tomatoes, a hint of chilli, lemon juice, and toasted Maltese bread
Char-Grilled Octopus25,00 €
Braised chicory, tomato fondue, preserved lemon, and garlic
Sea Bass al Cartoccio27,00 €
Whole sea bass cooked in Sauvignon Blanc, garlic, lemon, and cherry tomatoes
Brown Meagre27,00 €
Courgette, chorizo, ’nduja cream, and tempura prawn
Fresh Daily Catch
Please ask your server for today’s fresh seasonal fish. Served with fish beurre blanc and a rocket leaf salad
More Delicious Mains
All mains are served with fries or roasted potatoes
Cave’s Burger16,00 €
Beef patty, sweet tomato jam, Provolone cheese, house-made BBQ sauce, and sweet potato fries
Chicken Supreme23,00 €
Mushroom, cream, and spinach sauce, crushed walnuts, and salted butter
Duck Breast26,00 €
Beetroot, red wine jus, black garlic, and parsnip
Grain-Fed Beef Tagliata
Rocket leaves, cherry tomatoes, Parmigiano Reggiano, and a drizzle of olive oil
- 300g (serves one)28,50 €
- 750g (serves two)50,00 €
Side Orders
Beef Jus3,00 €
Black Pepper Jus3,50 €
Mushroom Sauce3,50 €
Roasted Baby Potatoes3,50 €
Fries4,00 €
Rocket & Cherry Tomato Salad4,00 €
Seasonal Vegetables4,00 €
Buttered Asparagus6,00 €
Desserts
Apple & Apricot Tart6,00 €
Warm apple crumble, apricot jam, served with vanilla bean ice cream
Traditional Maltese Imqaret6,50 €
Deep-fried date fritters served with cinnamon ice cream
Tropical Mousse6,50 €
Mango mousse, caramelised pineapple, and passion fruit syrup
Warm Hazelnut Chocolate Brownie7,00 €
Served with Dubai chocolate ice cream