The experience
An Authentic fine-dining
Experience in Malta
ION Harbour is a one Michelin Star Restaurant in Malta offering a unique dining experience that ventures beyond the usual boundaries of fine dining in Malta. Multi award winning Michelin starred chef Alex Dilling runs the kitchen at ION Harbour, situated on the stunning rooftop of Iniala Harbour House in Valletta – Malta’s iconic capital.
Whether seated indoors amongst impeccably furnished interiors or out on the sun-lit terrace, diners can enjoy impressive views of the majestic Grand Harbour – particularly magical when lit up at night. It’s the harmony between setting and attention to the finest of details; from artfully assembled dishes to impeccable service, that makes the ION experience so distinctly memorable.
“While we are the proud holders of one Michelin Star for the past 2 years in succession – our motivation remains to continuously provide our guests with an unforgettable gastronomic experience” – Alex Dilling
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The experience
Discover the ION Experience
The gastronomy
“THE FOOD EMBODIES ELEGANCE, REFINEMENT, INDIVIDUALITY AND CLASS.”
Alex Dilling together with his team focus on French cooking techniques using the very best seasonal Maltese ingredients to produce an ever evolving menu of signature dishes alongside an inventive cocktail menu and extensive wine list.
the Menus
All our menus are guided by the season
These are sample menus, and dishes are subject to availability and seasonality.
ION Harbour uses the freshest produce to ensure that exceptional quality and standards are met
The team
Our people
Following the resounding success of his summer pop up, Alex Dilling stays on as Executive Chef at ION The Harbour. Brought up surrounded by traditional French cooking, Alex owes his love of fine dining to his early years working for Alain Ducasse. Alex started his career in London and then moved to New York to work for Alain Ducasse under the direction of Didier Elena and Tony Esnault at Adour, NYC. He then joined Caviar Russe in Manhattan, where he gained their first Michelin star. He moved back to London and worked as the Executive Corporate Chef at The Connaught Hotel, where he helped maintain their two Michelin stars. Alex then took the opportunity to become the Executive Chef at The Greenhouse in London, also maintaining their two Michelin stars.
Chef Seumas Smith, brings his exceptional talent and diverse experience to Iniala Harbour House, Malta.Beginning his culinary career at the age of 16 in his hometown in Scotland, Seumas has since had the opportunity to work alongside many renowned chefs at various award-winning restaurants in England and Singapore. After being responsible for all things culinary at Iniala Beach House in Thailand, he moved to Malta with Iniala where he is now working alongside Chef Alex Dilling where he has worked hard to put together a dream team that is taking the Malta food scene to unprecedented levels.
Founder
mark Weingard
Restaurant manager
James Christie
Chef de cuisine
Eoin Smith
sous chef
Han Goh
Pastry Chef
Francesca Senesi
Sous Chef
Bartek Roslon
Assistant F&B Director
Melissa Sambugaro
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Enea Hoti
International Student Internship Program
Helena Haulbert
location
INIALA HARBOUR HOUSE & RESIDENCES
Iniala Harbour House is located within the city walls, along the iconic St Barbara Bastion. Situated above the spectacular Grand Harbour, the historic properties look out towards the Three Cities across the water, offering tranquillity and sumptuous style a stone’s throw from the bustling streets of the Baroque capital Valletta, rich in history, culture and cuisine.
With a collection of 23 individually-designed rooms and suites, a rejuvenating spa, a Michelin-star rooftop restaurant, and a dedicated team at hand to ensure your expectations are exceeded, Iniala Harbour House promises an unforgettable stay within the UNESCO World Heritage city of Valletta.
reservation
Begin your
Gastronomic
Journey
Or contact us for reservations on:
+356 9911 0166
Due to the nature of the ingredients used, we are unable to accommodate vegan menus or menus free from dairy products.
Each reservation is secured with a 50€ deposit per person and will be deducted from the final bill.
In the event of a no-show, or last minute cancellation made within 48hrs of the reservation time, the restaurant reserves the right to withhold the whole deposit.
Special requests are not guaranteed and are subject to availability and discretion of the management.
Children over the age of 12 years are welcome to our ION experience.
contact details
Contact Us
Address
Iniala Harbour House, 11 St Barbara Bastion, Valletta, Malta
Contact number
+356 9911 0166
Email
dine@ionstage.bison-studio.com
Opening hours
Lunch
Tuesday – Sunday 12.30 – 14.00
Dinner
Monday – Sunday 18.30 – last seating at 20.30
Dine at ION Harbour’s Michelin Star Restaurant in Malta
Our Michelin Star restaurant in Malta is set on the rooftop of the stunning Iniala Harbour House & Residences on St Barbara Bastions, Valletta. Since its inception in 2020, ION has taken gastronomy to new levels, offering guests an outstanding Michelin Star dining experience in Malta. The menus at our Michelin Star restaurant in Malta are constantly evolving to ensure that quality is priority, as they source the very best produce depending on the climate and time of year.
Experience the best of Michelin starred dining in Malta with a combination of exceptional cuisine, perfectly paired premium wines, stellar service, innovative design and spectacular views of the Grand Harbour.
History of Michelin Star in Malta
Established in the late 19th century, Michelin has maintained its benchmark of international food for more than 120 years, recognising some of the greatest restaurants in the world. Malta was first included in the Michelin guide of 2020, alongside more than 25 other countries already listed in the guide. Since then, thanks to the Islands’ high-quality food offering with a long list of astonishing restaurants, Malta has been recognised as a culinary hub by Michelin, now home to 5 Michelin starred restaurants.
