Sam’s guidebook for your Dolphin House stay
Local Restaurants
Local restaurant in Qala main square with outdoor seating.
27 locals recommend
D-Bar Cafe and Restaurant
30 Triq San GuzeppLocal restaurant in Qala main square with outdoor seating.
Il-Kartell Restaurant est 1973
Marina StreetExcellent water front Restaurant in Marsalforn.
Excellent local restaurant in Xaghra Main Square with indoor/outdoor dining.
50 locals recommend
Oleander Restaurant
10 Triq Il KnisjaExcellent local restaurant in Xaghra Main Square with indoor/outdoor dining.
Great waterfront restaurant in Xlendi Bay. Some of the best food in Gozo.
40 locals recommend
Ta' Karolina Restaurant
Triq L-Ghar ta KarolinaGreat waterfront restaurant in Xlendi Bay. Some of the best food in Gozo.
Zeppi's Pub
Triq Il KuncizzjoniLocal pub for drinks or light eats in Qala Main Square
Excellent restaurant with indoor/outdoor dining options. Great seafood in Mgarr/Ghajnsielem area.
14 locals recommend
Ta' Philip Restaurant
Excellent restaurant with indoor/outdoor dining options. Great seafood in Mgarr/Ghajnsielem area.
Excellent restaurant, lots of fish & pasta. Great service. Reservations required as it books in advance.
11 locals recommend
one80 Kitchen at Mgarr Yacht Marina, Gozo
Excellent restaurant, lots of fish & pasta. Great service. Reservations required as it books in advance.
Mulino - Villa dei Venti
Triq Ta GrunjuExcellent restaurant with great views of Comino Channel.
Ta' Frenc
Michelin Star Restaurant. Expensive but outstanding food and service.
Sicilia Bella
Triq Manoel de VilhenaTa' Tona Bar & Restaurant
Triq ir-RebħaBeaches to visit
Local swimming beach in Qala. Best in the mornings, before the crowds come down in the afternoon.
28 locals recommend
Hondoq Bay
Local swimming beach in Qala. Best in the mornings, before the crowds come down in the afternoon.
Best beach in Gozo, with red clay sand. Swim on the far right or far left side to the beach for best sand bottom. The middle is very rocky. Shallow water, great for families with kids.
70 locals recommend
Ramla Bay
Best beach in Gozo, with red clay sand. Swim on the far right or far left side to the beach for best sand bottom. The middle is very rocky. Shallow water, great for families with kids.
Visit the Blue Lagoon on Comino. Take ferry from Mgarr Harbor or rent a boat for a half a day tour from Hondoq Bay. Great sandy beaches and blue waters.
179 locals recommend
Comino
Visit the Blue Lagoon on Comino. Take ferry from Mgarr Harbor or rent a boat for a half a day tour from Hondoq Bay. Great sandy beaches and blue waters.
Xlendi Bay is an excellent bay to rent a boat, stand up paddle board or eat at a local restaurant.
12 locals recommend
Xlendi
Xlendi Bay is an excellent bay to rent a boat, stand up paddle board or eat at a local restaurant.
Marsalforn is a beautiful quiet beach town with great waterview restaurants. Great for an evening stroll and ice-cream during the summer.
47 locals recommend
Marsalforn
Marsalforn is a beautiful quiet beach town with great waterview restaurants. Great for an evening stroll and ice-cream during the summer.
Small seaside fishing village, where you can take a boat through a hole in the cliffs to the open sea.
26 locals recommend
Dwejra Inland Sea
Small seaside fishing village, where you can take a boat through a hole in the cliffs to the open sea.
Sightseeing
Victoria (Rabat) is the capital of Gozo. The Citadell is a historic walled city dating to the 16th century. Historic Tour available. Tourist Office, and a great place to have a drink or tea in the morning or afternoon. Try the pastizzi (Cheese croissants) which are local favorites.
Citadell De Victoria
Triq iż-ŻenqaVictoria (Rabat) is the capital of Gozo. The Citadell is a historic walled city dating to the 16th century. Historic Tour available. Tourist Office, and a great place to have a drink or tea in the morning or afternoon. Try the pastizzi (Cheese croissants) which are local favorites.
Historic ancient temples (older than the pyramids) Built in 3601 BC. In Xaghra.
76 locals recommend
Ggantija station
Historic ancient temples (older than the pyramids) Built in 3601 BC. In Xaghra.
Activities - Things to do
Dive shop for experienced or new divers in Qala. Great customer service.
7 locals recommend
Blue waters dive cove diving centre
Dive shop for experienced or new divers in Qala. Great customer service.
Rejjex Transport Services / Taxi /Minibuses/Airport Shuttle In Gozo
Taxi/Airport Shuttle
Bakery
Mekren bakery is a typical local bakery in Nadur with local favorites including pizza. Great place to pick up bread, pizza or local favorites.
32 locals recommend
Mekren
Triq HanaqMekren bakery is a typical local bakery in Nadur with local favorites including pizza. Great place to pick up bread, pizza or local favorites.
Maxokk Bakery
Great Pizza. Order ahead. Pick up only.
Supermarkets - Food
Local supermarket where you can pick up your basic needs, drinks and groceries in Qala.
Ur Choice Supermarket
Il FornLocal supermarket where you can pick up your basic needs, drinks and groceries in Qala.
Lidl Supermarket in Victoria where you can pick up all your grocery and drink needs.
93 locals recommend
Lidl
Triq il-Kapillan MifsudLidl Supermarket in Victoria where you can pick up all your grocery and drink needs.
Arkadia Supermarket has an excellent deli and local bread in Victoria.
42 locals recommend
Arkadia Foodstore (Gozo)
Arkadia Supermarket has an excellent deli and local bread in Victoria.
Neighborhoods
Qala is a typical quiet village in Gozo. You can find local restaurants, bars, beaches and hiking.
8 locals recommend
Qala
Qala is a typical quiet village in Gozo. You can find local restaurants, bars, beaches and hiking.
Marsalforn
Great seaside village with local restaurants.
Capital of Gozo. Worth a walk through town where you can pick up any necessities along with souvenirs. You can also Tour the Citadel which is an ancient walled city.
78 locals recommend
Victoria
Capital of Gozo. Worth a walk through town where you can pick up any necessities along with souvenirs. You can also Tour the Citadel which is an ancient walled city.