The Art of
Perfect Meat
Primitivo Grill was born from a love of quality meat and Italian tradition. In the heart of St. Julian's, Malta, we created a place where every cut tells a story of craftsmanship and passion.
Every dish is a tribute to the simplicity of Italian cuisine: few ingredients, carefully selected, treated with respect for the raw material. Because quality needs no disguise.
Every Dish,
A Work of Art
Curated
Wines
A curated selection of over 42 Italian labels, chosen to enhance every cut of meat. From the great Supertuscans to the wines of Southern Italy, every bottle tells a story of terroir.
Le Volte dell'Ornellaia
Toscana
Bold, structured red with black cherry, tobacco, and spice aromas. Pairs well with Beef.
Lucente
Toscana
Elegant and rich with notes of ripe red fruit, spice, and a smooth finish. Pairs well with roasted meats and aged cheeses.
Chianti
Toscana
Classic medium-bodied red with cherry, violet, and earthy tones. Pairs well with pasta and grilled meats.
Campo dei Morer - Case Paolin
Veneto
Ripe red berries, delicate spice and subtle herbal notes, leading to a smooth, harmonious palate with a refined dry finish. Recommended with red or white meats and medium-aged cheeses.
Nero d'Avola
Sicilia
Rich and full-bodied, with notes of black cherry, plum and sweet spice. A excellent match for our dry-aged steaks, lamb and rich pasta dishes.
Etna Rosso
Sicilia
Bright red berries, delicate spice and volcanic minerality, with refined tannins and a long, elegant finish. Perfectly paired with dry-aged beef, lamb and mushroom-based dishes.
Nero di Troia
Puglia
Ruby red wine with an intense and complex aroma of fresh fruit, spices and vanilla. In the mouth, it's smooth, intense and persistent, perfect with pecorino cheese and grilled meat.
Rosso del Milio - Case Paolin
Veneto
Elegant notes of red cherries, raspberries and oriental spices create a full-bodied, harmonious wine with remarkable depth. Best enjoyed with grilled steaks, slow-cooked meats and mature cheeses.
Nero d'Avola Fina Vini
Sicilia
Intense red wine with aromas of black fruit, rich and structured flavour. Perfect with red meats, moderately aged cheeses, and hearty pasta dishes.
Primitivo di Manduria Byzantium Tinazzi
Puglia
Ripe blackberries, plum and sweet spice come together in a rich, velvety palate with smooth tannins and a long, elegant finish. Recommended with dry-aged beef, grilled steaks and slow-cooked meats.
Le Serre Nuove del'Ornellaia
Toscana
Complex and layered, with dart berries, oak, and silky tannins. Pairs well with Fine cuts & stews
Primitivo di Manduria Imperio Tinazzi
Puglia
Rich black cherry, ripe plum and sweet spice unfold into a full-bodied, velvety palate with smooth tannins and a long, elegant finish. Recommended with dry-aged beef, grilled steaks and braised meats.
Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Zenato
Veneto
Elegant aromas of ripe cherries, blackberries and gentle spice lead to a rich, velvety palate with exceptional balance and a long, satisfying finish. Perfect with premium cuts of beef, slow-cooked meats and aged cheeses.
Rosso di Montalcino Carpineto
Toscana
Fresh red cherries, subtle floral notes and gentle spice unfold into a refined, well-structured wine with remarkable elegance and persistence. Perfectly paired with premium steaks, roasted meats and mushroom-based dishes.
Pinot Nero Riserva DOC Praepositus
Alto Adige
Fresh red berries, subtle floral notes and gentle spice create a beautifully balanced wine with remarkable elegance and a lingering finish. Perfectly paired with premium steaks, duck and aged cheeses.
Lagrein Riserva DOC Praepositus
Alto Adige
Intense blackberries, ripe plum and delicate spice unfold into a rich, velvety palate with refined tannins and a long, elegant finish. Recommended with dry-aged beef, grilled steaks, lamb and aged cheeses.
24 Carati Tenuta Antonini
Abruzzo
Intense ruby red, revealing complex aromas of ripe fruit, tobacco, vanilla and warm spices. Full-bodied and velvety, with refined tannins and a long, elegant finish. Recommended with dry-aged beef, grilled steaks and rich pasta dishes.
Brunello di Montalcino Carpineto
Toscana
Intense ruby red, with elegant aromas of cherry, raspberry, vanilla and licorice. Full-bodied and beautifully structured, with silky tannins and a long, refined finish. Recommended with dry-aged beef, grilled steaks, roasted meats and aged cheeses.
Caro Maestro Fina Vini
Sicilia
Deep and beautifully balanced, with elegant tannins and a long, savory finish. Recommended with dry-aged beef, grilled steaks, lamb and rich meat dishes.
Chianti Classico Carpineto
Toscana
Intense ruby red, with elegant aromas of violets, ripe red berries and dark fruit, complemented by subtle balsamic notes. Velvety and beautifully balanced, with a smooth, lingering finish. Recommended with dry-aged beef, grilled steaks, rich pasta dishes and aged cheeses.
Malbec AR Gran Reserva Tamari
Mendoza, Argentina.
Bold and expressive, with notes of blackberries, plums and subtle oak, leading to a rich, harmonious finish. Recommended with dry-aged beef, grilled ribeye and hearty meat dishes.
Cono Sur Reserva Especial Carménère
Cachapoal Valley, Chile
Bold aromas of blackberry, plum and delicate spice lead to a full-bodied, velvety palate with a refined, lingering finish. Recommended with grilled steaks, braised meats and rich pasta dishes.
Côtes du Rhône Réserve - Alain Jaume & Fils
Rhône Valley, France
Ripe red berries and warm spices lead to a full-bodied, well-balanced palate with soft tannins and a smooth finish. Recommended with grilled steaks, roasted meats and aged cheeses.
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Hours &
Location
Address
33, Triq Paceville
Saint Julian's, STJ1012
Malta
Opening Hours
Dinner18:30 — 23:30
Frequently asked
- What type of restaurant is Primitivo Grill?
- Primitivo Grill is a premium Italian steakhouse at 33 Triq Paceville in St Julian's, Malta. The kitchen specialises in dry-aged prime cuts, Wagyu, and Mediterranean-Italian grill cookery over charcoal. The menu is built around named breeds and provenance, paired with a curated list of Italian labels across Piedmont, Tuscany and Sicily. Price range is premium (EUR EUR EUR).
- Where is Primitivo Grill located?
- Primitivo Grill is at 33 Triq Paceville, Saint Julian's, Malta STJ 1012. The restaurant sits on Paceville's main strip, five minutes on foot from the InterContinental Malta and the Portomaso area. The closest car park is the Paceville Main multi-storey, and the restaurant is easily reached by taxi or the Malta Public Transport bus network.
- Do I need to book a table at Primitivo Grill?
- Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner service and weekends. You can book directly through EatApp from the website or by calling +356 2122 3333 during opening hours. Walk-ins are accepted when seating is available but cannot be guaranteed during peak season (May to October) or holiday periods.
- What are Primitivo Grill opening hours?
- Primitivo Grill is open for dinner seven days a week from 6:00 PM, with last orders at 11:00 PM and service closing around 11:30 PM. From Friday to Sunday the restaurant also serves lunch from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Holiday-period hours and closures are published on the Visit section of the website.
- How is the beef dry-aged at Primitivo Grill?
- Prime cuts are dry-aged in-house in a dedicated humidity-controlled cabinet for a minimum of 30 days, with selected reserve cuts held for longer. Dry-aging concentrates flavour and tenderises the muscle by enzymatic breakdown, producing the characteristic nutty crust the kitchen finishes over charcoal. Provenance, breed and ageing time are disclosed on each reserve cut.
- Does Primitivo Grill cater to dietary restrictions?
- Every menu section lists allergens and the kitchen routinely adapts preparations for gluten-free, dairy-free, and pescatarian guests. Vegetarian options are available across each course, and the chef accepts advance requests for fully plant-based tasting sequences. Please inform your server of any allergy at the start of service so the grill line can be briefed.
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