In August 2022, Onella was created as a casual wine bar and restaurant in Naxxar’s main square. It is a place where patrons gather to mingle over good food, wine, beer, and cocktails. We are passionate about our wine menu and in fact, our wine list features a large variety of over 200 wines from every corner of the globe, as well as a further 40 wines-by-the-glass. All drinks are served in RIEDEL glassware and wine is decanted in special decanters also by RIEDEL.
Our ever-changing menu, with sharing plates, offers a variety of vegetable, meat, and fish-based dishes sure to satisfy any diner’s palate.
Onella is housed in a 19th-century house which was built by Vincenzo Bonavia. This is evidenced by the coat of arms on the entrance door, which shows a beautifully sculpted griffin, a symbol of Christ representing the right road ('Bona' + 'Via').
Onella is run by the team behind Sliema’s iconic Fernandõ Gastrotheque, a holder of one Michelin Star for two consecutive years
Beautiful setting, lovely menu, excellent wine list, impeccable service
One of the best restaurants on the island ... highly recommend.
Great village location. Top bistro food with a fabulous down to earth wine list. Top service.
Not only is this family run wine bar welcoming with a great ambiance but the food is absolutely fantastic, offering a rich range of shareable dishes each with a balanced and dynamic flavor. Definitely a must for anyone who love great food, fantastic wine and an all round great experience.
Fantastic food and friendly staff! Great for a light dinner and some wine!! keep up the great work.
The food was superb and the drinks and wine menu vast. Thank you very much for looking after us so well.
Great atmosphere and delicious food!! no.1
I really enjoyed the idea of finding something different on a menu, and the food is super good full of really interesting flavours. Good atmosphere and really nice friendly staff.
One of the best restaurants on the island ... highly recommend.
Beautiful setting, lovely menu, excellent wine list, impeccable service
Unique experience. The hosts are wonderful and staff very friendly. The food is mouth watering and the big selection of wines makes Onella a perfect place for everyone.
Can't thank enough Onella for the silver service they gave us in my son confirmation dinner. Food was fresh, delicious, excellent staff always there to serve you. Nothing less is Andre the owner who goes out of his way to make sure that everything goes well, from the day of booking till the end of your occassion. You will not be dissappointed!
Everything is top quality - the food the wine, the service, it can't be faulted. As simple as that!
Top notch...100% recommended!
Andre Grech – Restaurant Manager
Janika Grech – Maitre d’
Luigi Grech – Bar Tender
Maya Grech – Server
Mohamed Abuda – Server
Lorenzo Ignat – Server
Abdo – Server
Anthony Paul Fenech – Head Chef
Jacques Debono – Chef de Partie
Jeet Singh – Commi Chef
Lloyd Mhiripiri – Kitchen Porter