Casa Gringo

Tucked in the corner of a quiet and characterful piazza, the outside seating area of Casa Gringo seems traditionally Maltese. But venture inside and the artwork and background music reveal a little Latin flavour has come to Gozo! There are two menus in operation here: restaurant-style mains, plus a more informal Bodega menu with burger, burrito, and taco options perfect for sharing or as lighter meals. Love a taco? Visit for ‘Taco Tuesdays’ when more unusual fillings join the range of fish, meat, and veggie choices. The friendly Gringo team are well-trained and happy to answer questions about the menu and advise on ordering, beers, cocktails, tequilas and wine-pairing.

Owner and chef Gino laughingly admits he’s never been to Latin America. As his pasta dish Pedro Goes to Italy suggests, his dishes don’t aim to be authentic but are inspired by Latin favourites which he playfully merges with Mediterranean seasonal ingredients. The food is carefully flavoured rather than chilli-hot. The melt-in-your-mouth Fish Ceviche sings with citrus, the Callao Mussels arrive in a delicious coconut and lime sauce, and the high-quality Carne Asada Argentine Steak is complimented by the fresh taste of chimichurri. With generous portion sizes and an exceptionally well-priced wine list, the challenge here is to leave room for Gino’s famous Drunken Pear dessert!