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    Cheeky Monkey Gastropub, Restaurant in Valletta
    Restaurant

    Cheeky Monkey Gastropub

    Valletta

    Restaurant in Valletta, Malta

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    The Read

    Price

    $20–30per person

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    Cheeky Monkey Gastropub is the practical Valletta pick for a casual drinks-led stop, not the restaurant to choose for a polished special occasion. It suits solo diners, pairs, and small groups who want an easy Merchant Street option inside the hotel zone; for a more food-focused booking, compare Noni, Under Grain, Kaiseki, 59 Republic, or Aaron´s Kitchen.

    About Cheeky Monkey Gastropub

    Is Cheeky Monkey Gastropub in Valletta worth booking? The detail to anchor around is the dress code: casual. Beyond that, this guide does not have confirmed information on cuisine, menu format, prices, hours, awards, chef, seating, or specific services, so it is best treated as a low-commitment choice rather than a fully defined destination meal.

    A casual Valletta option

    The clearest reason to consider Cheeky Monkey Gastropub is its casual dress code. That makes it easier to fit into a relaxed Valletta itinerary, especially when you do not want a formal dining plan.

    For a first-timer, that distinction matters.

    Where it fits among other Valletta options

    If you are comparing options in Valletta, you may also want to look at Noni, Under Grain, Kaiseki, 59 Republic, and Aaron´s Kitchen. Use Cheeky Monkey Gastropub when a casual dress code and a simple Valletta plan are enough.

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    Restaurant contextValletta, Malta
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    Planning details

    Location
    Merchant Street, Valletta (inside the hotel)
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    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Casual and upbeat with a fun, cheeky gastropub feel; lively bar energy, social atmosphere, and relaxed indoor-outdoor seating suited to drinks and comfort food rather than formal dining.

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    Vibe

    LivelyEnergeticTrendy

    Best For

    Casual HangoutAfter WorkGroup Dining

    Experience

    StandaloneTerraceHotel Restaurant

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Comfort cooking
    Menu Format
    A la carte, Small plates
    Drinks Focus
    Craft beer, Cocktails, Sangria
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
    Opened
    2020

    Signature Dishes

    • Baboon platter
    • signature ribs
    • juicy burgers
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    Merchant Street, Valletta (inside the hotel)

    Planning details

    Location

    Merchant Street, Valletta (inside the hotel) · Directions

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Under Grain, Modern Cuisine, €€€
    • Kaiseki, Mediterranean Cuisine, €€
    • 59 Republic, Classic Cuisine, €€
    • Aaron´s Kitchen, Traditional Cuisine, €€
    • Noni, Modern Cuisine, €€€€
    Restaurant context

    How Cheeky Monkey Gastropub compares in Valletta

    Choose Cheeky Monkey Gastropub when ease and atmosphere matter more than a structured restaurant experience. Against Under Grain and Noni, it reads as the lower-pressure option: better for a casual drink or flexible meet-up, weaker for a dinner that needs polish, culinary focus, or a splurge-worthy feel.

    For value-minded diners who still want a defined meal, Kaiseki, 59 Republic, and Aaron´s Kitchen are safer cross-shops because their cuisine and price tiers are clearer. Kaiseki points Mediterranean at €€, 59 Republic covers classic cuisine at €€, and Aaron´s Kitchen covers traditional cuisine at €€.

    Booking difficulty is the main reason to keep Cheeky Monkey Gastropub in the mix. It is the easier, more casual fallback if the more restaurant-led Valletta options are full or feel too formal for the night. For ambiance, expect a pub-leaning choice rather than the quieter, occasion-focused mood of the higher-priced peers.

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    Cheeky Monkey Gastropub Valletta and similar venues
    VenueLocationCuisinePriceAwards
    Cheeky Monkey GastropubVallettaNo published awards
    Under GrainVallettaModern Cuisine€€€
    Michelin Guide Malta 2026Malta's Best Restaurant 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star
    KaisekiVallettaMediterranean Cuisine€€
    Michelin Guide Malta 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate
    59 RepublicVallettaClassic Cuisine€€
    Michelin Guide Malta 20262025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate
    Aaron´s KitchenVallettaTraditional Cuisine€€No published awards
    NoniVallettaModern Cuisine€€€€
    Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Malta 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2025 The Best Chef One Knife2024 Michelin 1 Star

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are alternatives to Cheeky Monkey Gastropub in Valletta?

    Other Valletta options to compare include Under Grain, Noni, Aaron´s Kitchen, 59 Republic, and Kaiseki. Choose based on the details you can confirm for your date, budget, and dining needs.

    Is Cheeky Monkey Gastropub good for solo dining?

    There is no solo-dining information for Cheeky Monkey Gastropub. Its casual dress code may make it feel approachable.