Must-Try Italian Starters Before Your Main Course at Grana

If you’re searching for the best Italian antipasti in Malta, look no further than Grana. Whether you’re dining in the heart of Valletta or enjoying the casual charm of Gzira, our Italian starters are the perfect way to begin your meal. Carefully prepared using time-honored recipes and fresh, quality ingredients, our antipasti capture the essence of Italian cuisine and set the stage for a memorable dining experience.

Before ordering your main course at Grana you should definitely try these Italian Starters.

You can always start your Italian meal at Grana whether you are in Valletta or Gzira and the meal will remain deliciously memorable. Our choice of starters, prepared with the recipes of Italy, along with fresh ingredients, represents the Italian food.

Antipasti at Grana Cucina – Valletta

The Grana Cucina, situated in the historic Cumberland Boutique Hotel in Valletta, offers a sophisticated selection of antipasti which reflects Italian heritage.

CALAMARI FRITTI – Coated and crispy calamari rings accompanied by our squid ink mayonnaise dip; perfect, for enjoying together with others.

POLPETTINE DI NEONATA – Fishcakes served with garlic mayonnaise, an elegant combination of traditional and modern ingredients.

TRIO DI BRUSCHETTA – The dish features toasted bread served with a combination of three toppings: fresh tomatoes and basil, smoked salmon with rocket, and a combination of leeks, bell peppers, and cream cheese.

FUNGHI TRIFOLATI – Raw beef strips served with lemon juice and olive oil and topped with Grana Padano cheese shavings and rocket leaves.

CAPRESE – Fresh tomatoes, basil, mozzarella D.O.P. cheese and extra virgin olive oil create the perfect combination.

Antipasti at Grana Trattoria – Gzira

Our Italian dining experience begins with the selection of antipasti at Grana Trattoria in Gzira.

ARANCINI CAPRESE – Crispy breaded rice balls filled with tomato sauce, basil, Grana Padano and mozzarella fior di latte served with classic tomato sauce.

POLENTA CROCCANTE – Crisp polenta bites with rosemary salt seasoning and Grana Padano cheese sprinkles.

BRUSCHETTA – Toasted bread covered with three-cheese mix, tomatoes, basil, and garlic for a balanced taste.

CARPACCIO DI MANZO – Thinly sliced raw beef served at our Gzira location with lemon juice, olive oil, Grana Padano cheese, and rocket leaves.

TAGLIERE GRANA – The platter contains two servings of cold cuts, cheeses, olives, sundried tomatoes, bread, and grissini.

Discover the Best Italian Antipasti in Malta

Whether you prefer the seafood-inspired starters at Grana Cucina in Valletta or the comforting, rustic flavours at Grana Trattoria in Gzira, our antipasti menus offer something for every palate. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, these starters are a delicious way to begin your journey into Italian cuisine.

Join us at Grana and taste why our customers call our antipasti among the best Italian starters in Malta. Buon appetito!