The story
Tucked into Republic Street in Valletta, Cafè Cordina wears its history proudly. As chef Bruno Barbieri noted, it’s “the oldest café in Malta”—a spot where you can enjoy a coffee while eyeing pastries that pull from both Italian and Turkish traditions. The espresso here is straightforward, a reliable companion to the elegant, timeworn interior.
That blend of influences is the café’s quiet charm. It’s a historic building that feels tourist-friendly without being fussy, a place to pause in the capital’s bustle. Whether you’re stopping for a quick coffee or settling in for a pastry, Cafè Cordina offers a taste of Malta’s layered culinary past.
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Cafè Cordina’s star is the namesake Caffè, praised by Chef Bruno Barbieri, and the overall vibe is one of warm, refined comfort, making every sip feel like a small, cherished ritual.
“I'm having a coffee at the oldest café in Malta. It's a nice spot, very historic, and I can see they also make babà and Sicilian cannoli, plus some Turkish pastries — so they've taken influences from other cultures too.”
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The oldest café in Malta, a historic spot where you can enjoy a coffee and see pastries from Italian and Turkish traditions.
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I'm having a coffee at the oldest café in Malta. It's a nice spot, very historic, and I can see they also make babà and Sicilian cannoli, plus some Turkish pastries — so they've taken influences from other cultures too.
