De Mondion – A restaurant on the rooftop terrace of The XaraPalace, a 17th century baroque palazzo set into the bastion fortifications of the walled city of Mdina. A gastronomic experience awaits you. The seasonal and locally grown produce is skilfully transformed and masterfully presented. The care and attention to each dish reveals the individual chefs inspirations. Mediterranean, local, sustainable and fresh, with a nod to traditional French cuisine. A contemporary wine list, with recommendations by a very capable sommelier will ensure a perfect pairing to each dish. The restaurant is further enhanced by exceptional service and breath-taking views of the island.
Welcome to The De Mondion
Our Menus
Our creative and innovative menu selections are meticulously prepared entirely onsite, showcasing the freshest of seasonal ingredients. We take great pride in sourcing these ingredients primarily from our very own Xara Gardens, which ensures unparalleled quality and flavor. This dedication to excellence and sustainability has earned us the prestigious honor of being awarded a One MICHELIN Star in the MICHELIN Guide Malta 2024. At The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux, our commitment to culinary artistry is deeply rooted in the bounty of our gardens, providing an exceptional dining experience that celebrates both innovation and nature’s finest offerings.
Our Staff
As has been proven over the years, excellence simply does not happen by chance.
Clint Grech
Executive Chef
Clint started his career in catering when he was very young due to the influence of his grandfather who owned and operated a very well-known catering establishment in Mellieha. Since he was a child, Clint has seen practically all his family working hands-on in this catering establishment and a passion for this industry developed at a very tender age.
Gabriel Caruana
Head Chef
Gabriel’s culinary journey starts from when he was a mere 16 years old, having now honed his craft for half of his lifetime. He has always been fascinated by the world of gastronomy and has looked up to Michelin starred chefs seeking inspiration and motivation from their work.
As a Chef his philosophy has been to always enhance the ingredients but never to overshadow; his cooking provides a canvas for the ingredients to shine in a natural way, and what better place to showcase his culinary work than at our Michelin starred de Mondion restaurant.
István Zsóka
Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
István started working as a waiter in one of the leading five-star hotels in Malta, and that was when he fell in love with the island. Throughout his journey he gained experience by working in various Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe. In István’s words, ‘the key to a long and fruitful career is to be doing something you enjoy so much that your enthusiasm will be transferred to everyone that you come in contact with; and this is how one can cater for experiences that one will never forget.’
Stevie Sammut
Restaurant Manager
Stevie’s journey from a diligent Junior Sommelier to our invaluable Assistant Restaurant Manager is nothing short of inspiring. His time in Ireland not only enriched his culinary skills but also broadened his perspective, infusing our team with fresh ideas and a global mindset. Stevie’s dedication, coupled with his passion for excellence, truly sets him apart, making him an indispensable asset to our establishment.
Host your event in
De Mondion
Looking to organise a memorable event? Impress your guests in a 17th century old dining room with breathtaking views of the island. The de Mondion Restaurant, a one MICHELIN Star is set in the upper floor of The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux and can take up to 35 guests.
Opening hours
Dinner: Tuesday till Saturday from 19:00 till 21:30hrs (last order)
Dietary Requirements
Due to the unique nature and intricacy of our ever-changing menu, we want guests to delight in the De Mondion experience as it was originally envisioned.
It is the responsibility of the lead guest to confirm any dietary requirements. Any specific requirement should be mentioned in “Dietary Requirements”, should we not be advised before hand of any dietaries or accessibility requests that have not already been pre-booked in advance, we may not be able to cater for it on the day.
Reserve a table
Credit/Debit card details are required to confirm the reservation. The final bill will be presented after your meal and will need to be settled then. In the event that you should cancel the booking in its entirety or reduce the numbers within 24 hours prior to your booking, €50 per person will be charged to the card provided. By providing credit/debit card details I do agree & accept all terms and conditions mentioned in this policy.
Kindly note that Children of ages 10 years and above are allowed at the restaurant. Furthermore, dress code is smart casual.
