The vibrant seaside resort of Qawra is situated in the north of Malta and is positioned around St Paul’s Bay. The pace here is laid-back with restaurants and bars made for socialising over hearty food and local drinks. Should you want to speed things up, there’s plenty of coastal walks and watersport adventures keeping holidaymakers active. At its centre you’ll find a century-old watch tower, while its beach is celebrated for its snorkel-friendly waters and its lidos makes for a great alternative. From here, you can benefit from easy access to the buzzing town of Bugibba. Sitting just next door, you can reach this hotspot in just 15 minutes.
Food & drink in Qawra
Known for its varied culinary offerings, don’t be surprised if you find influences from Sicily and North Africa among Malta’s menus. Classic dishes include timpana, a pasta dish covered in a bolognese-like sauce and cooked in pastry as well as fenek, a rabbit-based stew. And don’t forget to wash it down with the native beer Cisk lager. You’ve got a good choice of restaurants to choose from here, and if you want greater options you can always head up the coast to Bugibba. Duo Restaurant is one of those places you visit more than once, it may not be the cheapest but its delectable seafood dishes include smoked salmon and melt-in-the-mouth sea bass. International eateries are also found here with spots like Peking serving tasty Chinese options as well as Gate of India whose spice-infused curries are so good you’ll be taking home your leftovers in a doggy bag. Bars like Cheeky Monkey are a must-visit during happy hour with its two for one cocktails.
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