Take it from this lactose-intolerant foodie, dining out tends to be hard when all you want to do is taste those incredible dishes on the menu, but risk and dash to the bathroom if you do. Here are eight restaurants in Malta that offer lactose-intolerant-friendly options to keep you and your tummy happy!
1. Ke Gusto
Being able to have an ice-cream without running to the loo is the dream. And Ke Gusto provides all the yummy goodness fit for our delicate tummies.
2. TukTuk
Being lactose-intolerant doesn’t mean you have to completely omit all the yummy dishes, especially Indian, which is a personal fav. TukTuk takes care of the lactose-intolerant community, changing up their sauces for us to enjoy.
3. Mezzaluna Bistro and Pizzeria
Mezzaluna Bistro & Pizzeria in St Paul’s Bay’s main street serves up some mean pizza, catering for us lactose-intolerant foodies. The cheese is just a fab and, as a bonus, they make gluten-free pizzas too, and not the cardboardy type. Win, win!
4. Sottozero
Ice-cream is life - we all know this. But for us lactose-suffering kids over here, it tends to get a little difficult to feel that joy without lactose-free options to choose from. Sottozero serves up the best ones with a variety to choose from.
5. Costa Coffee
Before I found out that Costa Coffee offers lactose-free milk I said goodbye to my hot chocolate with extra mini marshmallows (yes, I'm that white chick - sue me). But then, boom – game changer. I could have that delish hot chocolate again without being totally in pain after.
6. Bistro 516
Located right by the water's edge at the Valletta Waterfront, Bistro 516 is here to serve! With a variety of dishes to choose from, you'll definitely find something scrumptious to eat at this eatery.
7. Tosca
Situated within the Solana Hotel & Spa, the newly refurbished Tosca Restaurant caters for all, guaranteeing a wonderful meal for everyone, no matter their dietary needs.