Gusto Review - Mustang

I had had a really long day at work on Thursday and cooking was the last thing I felt like doing... hubby suggested we go out to dinner.. what a man! :) Out came Gusto and Mustang American Bistro it was!

The location: This gem of a place is found in Naxxar, in the road leading to the old Trade Fair Grounds. Easily accessible even by public transport as it is close to a main road. For those driving there, parking on the road right in front of the restaurant is usually not a problem.

The place: Tastefully decorated.. you will spend a couple of minutes looking around and taking in the design and the wall paintings. A smallish restaurant, though to their merit, the tables are comfortably far away from each other to prevent you irritating your table-neighbours every time you get up!

The menu: This is a place for the MEAT LOVERS! They claim to serve "Malta's Largest and Juiciest Charcoal Grilled Steak!" My fiance decided to give the 700g Long Bone Cowboy Rib Eye a shot and he was nowhere near disappointed! A fantastic cut of meat! And they allow you to bring your own favourite wine with you (and only charge 2 euro corkage fee) while they throw in a free starter of their choice too with this offer! :)

The staff: Really nothing to complain about in this department

Gusto: Got 50% off our dinner and saved 23 euro in the process! :)

P's recommendation: If you're a meat fan, this is the place to go to! See if you can finish "Malta's Largest and Juiciest Charcoal Grilled Steak!" .. while getting 50% off your food bill by getting your Gusto Card here :)

Gusto Review - Black Pearl

A short while ago, my best friend came over from the UK for a weekend break. We consulted Gusto for dinner plans... and the Black Pearl in Ta Xbiex it was, seeing as we're both Johnny Depp fans!!

The location: Set at the Ta Xbiex yacht marina, the location is very central. Free parking is abundant nearby - a great plus particularly if it's raining (yes, it did rain on this particular Saturday evening in May!!) And the view of the beautiful boats is a feast for the eyes :)

The place: The Black Pearl is a ship (of course!!) The restaurant is on the upper deck, and the lower deck is reserved for Flynn's Lounge (but that will have to be another visit altogether). Indoor and outdoor seating is available and the decor is all you can ask for on a poshy (not only piratey) ship :) It comes complete with a ship's steering wheel, dark wooden floor boards and a slighty rickety gangway!

The menu: Great selection to choose from, particularly the seafood dishes! Norwegian salmon salad and the soup of the day were tasty and light starters, while the main course baked salmon was cooked to perfection. Hubby had a great time feasting on his steak :) Wine list above average and enough choice to compliment a fantastic dinner.

The staff: Well mannered gentleman who showed us directly to our table with no waiting time at all upon arrival. They served us in a timely and efficient manner throughout dinner.

Gusto: 50% off two of our starters, mains and desserts (we were a party of three) upon presentation of our Gusto booklet pronto. Prior booking is recommended. We saved a fantastic 35 euro :)

P's recommendation: A definite must for anyone in love with the nautical/ piratey theme and good food :) The place to go to wow your guests from the word 'Go'.. and you can save 50% off your food bill for two by getting your Gusto card here :)