Le GV

The rooftop restaurant - on the eleventh floor of the 1926 Le Soleil hotel - features decor in its two dining rooms that will seem familiar to you, and you won’t be wrong, some elements are inspired by the carriages of the Orient Express. For the warmer season, there is also a panoramic terrace overlooking the city. From the open kitchen, Chefs Andrew Borg and David Tanti offer a selection of dishes from a limited menu, blending creativity with international flair. While the selection may seem limited, the quality is anything but: it is of a very high standard. Notably, the refined raw amberjack accompanied by a touch of sea urchin and a hint of preserved fennel, finished at the table with a delightful and frothy Sicilian pink grapefruit cream, is exceptional. The dessert menu features just one option, but it consists of 2 or 3 very indulgent and well-prepared tastings (the whisky zabaglione with butter-soaked brioche for dipping is fabulous).

Rapid Michelin recognition within six months

• Earned its first Michelin star after just six months of operation, signaling rapid excellence.

Open-kitchen concept with a Chef's Table

• The restaurant features an open-kitchen concept and a lively Chef’s Table where guests can watch dishes being crafted up close.

1920s glamour interior and Orient Express homage

• Interiors are inspired by the 1920s, with a Parisian luxury vibe and references to George V and the Orient Express, creating a distinctive narrative and atmosphere.

Signature Ingredients

• Seasonal Maltese ingredients (land and sea): Le GV emphasizes using peak-season produce sourced locally in Malta, reflecting the island's bounty from the land and sea; these ingredients form the core of the menu and are treated with creative techniques to highlight their freshness and terroir.
• Fresh seafood from Maltese waters: The menu highlights delicate seafood options; ingredients are selected for freshness, enabling light yet flavorful dishes and open-kitchen preparation that showcases seafood's quality.
• Local herbs and produce: Employed to accent Mediterranean flavors, sourced from trusted partners and seasonally available to maintain authenticity and balance.
• Mediterranean ingredients with a contemporary twist: The kitchen transforms traditional Mediterranean elements using modern techniques to articulate texture and flavor while preserving the essence of Maltese ingredients.