What Ftira is
Sourdough flatbread filled with tuna, tomato and olives.
Ftira is listed as a dish in the Malta guide, where the index tags it seafood. Treat those labels as a menu translation rather than the full picture. Portion size, garnish and cooking method change from one counter to the next, and so does the price.
Where to find Ftira
Ftira is listed as nationwide rather than tied to one city, so it is a safe thing to look for wherever you land in Malta. Start with busy markets and casual counters, where turnover keeps the food fresh.
The Malta guide also covers 4 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.
What it costs
Ftira sits in the budget band, which we define as usually under US$8. Across the 6 food entries we track for Malta, 5 are budget, 1 are mid-range and 0 are premium.
| Band | Typical range | Items | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | usually under US$8 | 5 | Pastizzi, Ftira, Kapunata |
| Mid-range | roughly US$8–20 | 1 | Rabbit stew |
| Premium | usually US$20 and up | 0 | — |
Within this list, Ftira is one of 4 dish entries and 5 budget items; 1 items share the seafood tag.
Dietary notes
- Seafood tag: fish or shellfish is part of the dish. Mention allergies clearly and ask about shared fryers.
How to order it
- Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.
Pair it with
These are the Malta items that make most sense alongside Ftira, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.
Closest matches on the menu
These Malta items share the most tags with Ftira, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.
Ftira: common questions
What is Ftira?
Sourdough flatbread filled with tuna, tomato and olives. It is listed in the TasteBridge Malta guide as a dish.
How much does Ftira cost in Malta?
Expect the budget band: usually under US$8. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.
Is Ftira vegetarian?
Ftira is not tagged vegetarian in our data. Ask before ordering if you avoid meat, fish or animal fats; the recipe can vary by kitchen.
Where can I try Ftira?
Our index lists it across Malta, so it is not tied to one address. Ask locally which version is served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.
Indexed as dish for Malta. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.