Rosamì
St Julian's, Malta
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Overlooking Balluta bay, Rosamì is a beautiful Maltese-style villa that is home to a classic, elegant and decidedly romantic restaurant. Here, the chef and his team prepare modern dishes with an international flavour proposed in two blind tasting menus: the first with six courses and the second with eight, enriched with a selection of appetisers and local cheeses from small producers, offering an opportunity to discover some Maltese excellences during the evening. The wine list includes labels from around the world as well as local wines, with an excellent selection available by the glass.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Breaking Down Fine-Dining Idealism: Rosamì is unique in its approach as a produce-driven modern-dining restaurant that deliberately "breaks down the walls of fine-dining idealism," offering an experience that challenges traditional fine-dining norms while still delivering exquisite flavors and sensory experiences.
Historic Setting in a 19th Century Palazzo: The restaurant is housed within The Villa, a historic 19th-century palazzo that was once the summer residence of a prominent Maltese industrialist. This setting adds a layer of cultural and historical significance to the dining experience, blending heritage with contemporary cuisine.
Blind Tasting Menus Featuring Maltese Local Cheeses and Small Producers: Rosamì offers two blind tasting menus (six and eight courses) that include a selection of appetisers and local cheeses sourced from small Maltese producers, highlighting local excellence and craftsmanship in its international-flavored dishes.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred restaurant Rosamì, St Julian's include:
Fresh produce from Xara Gardens: The restaurant is produce-driven, sourcing the freshest seasonal ingredients directly from Xara Gardens, which plays a central role in their dishes.
Local Maltese cheeses: Featured in the tasting menus, these cheeses highlight Maltese culinary excellence and are paired with other elements to showcase local flavors.
Mediterranean fish and seafood: While not explicitly detailed for Rosamì, the Maltese location and emphasis on local produce suggest Mediterranean fish is a key ingredient, consistent with the island's cuisine and the Michelin Guide's mention of local seafood prominence.
Herbs and floral elements inspired by the rose: The restaurant’s name, Rosamì, is inspired by the rose, symbolizing delicate and majestic nature, which influences the use of fragrant herbs and floral notes in their dishes.
International flavor pairings: The tasting menus combine local ingredients with global influences, creating modern dishes that break traditional fine-dining boundaries.
These ingredients are used creatively in multi-course blind tasting menus, offering a sensory experience that balances local Maltese produce with international culinary techniques and flavors.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menus
- 6 Course Menu: €180
- 8 Course Menu: €220
Signature Dishes
- Blue Lobster (price not specified)
Note: Prices are subject to change and may not be up-to-date.