The story
Tucked into Triq San Pawl, Casa del Pastizzi is exactly what Bruno Barbieri calls "a classic hole-in-the-wall pastizzi shop in Rabat." The Maltese coffee shop has earned a stellar 4.6 rating by focusing on its iconic flaky pastries—Barbieri singles out the ricotta and pea pastizzi as "a must for street food lovers."
The experience is refreshingly unfussy, with counter seating and takeout that embody the local-spot ethos. Barbieri also highlighted the shop's ftira sandwich and traditional honey rings in his Viaggio a Malta, rounding out a visit that feels less like a decision and more like a rite of passage for anyone exploring Rabat's winding streets.
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Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
Casa del Pastizzi’s ftira earns chef Bruno Barbieri’s praise as the standout dish, with reviews celebrating its rustic, soulful Maltese flavors and warm, unpretentious charm.
“This ftira is a UNESCO heritage bread from Malta. I want it truly typical, with local flavors. Inside there's tuna, salad, tomato paste, olive oil, herbs, onions, and these capers — gallari. It's a poem, look at it.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Casa del Pastizzi. Most active: Bruno Barbieri Chef
A spot in Rabat serving the iconic ftira sandwich and traditional honey rings — both excellent examples of Maltese street food.
Dishes mentioned
Ftira
This ftira is a UNESCO heritage bread from Malta. I want it truly typical, with local flavors. Inside there's tuna, salad, tomato paste, olive oil, herbs, onions, and these capers — gallari. It's a poem, look at it.
Talase Atalas Honey Rings
These honey rings are good. Look at the texture inside — wow. They're a local sweet specialty.
