Origin of the name
General Sir Walter N. Congreve was a British Governor of the Maltese Islands. General Sir Congreve was highly respected by his subjects for being very generous. He was notorious for his bravery as a soldier. He was awarded the Victoria Cross, Britain's highest honour, for the bravery he showed in the African War. In his free time, General Sir Congreve used to fish in the strait between Malta and Filfla. His dying wish was to be buried in these waters, which were for him a source of enjoyment and relaxation. His death came about on the 28th of February 1927. His dying wish was that the Carnival festivities, an important part of the Maltese tradition, were not to be cancelled because of his death. However, all festivities were stopped, and as many as 20,000 people filed past his body in St.Paul's Anglican Cathedral in Valletta, where his funeral was held. Even the parliament was adjourned for one week, as the Prime Minister Sir Ugo Mifsud thought it apt to show such an act of respect for the beloved General. On the 4th of March 1927, the coffin in which General Sir Congreve lay was carried on a gun carriage and taken on board the HMS Chrysanthemum. The HMS Chrysanthemum reached the waters which General Sir Congreve loved so much. His body was bestowed to the deep seas in the strait between Malta and Filfa, and 17 Guns fired as one, saluting the General. Two memorials, one in Floriana and one at Mnajdra, were placed, commemorating the sea burial of General Sir Walter N. Congreve.

Congreve Channel Bar & Restaurant is situated on the hilltop of Wied iz-Zurrieq, facing the small islet of Filfla. The rustic decor, beautiful views, welcoming staff and good food, make Congreve Channel an ideal place to eat out whether during the hot summer months where one can dine outside in the open terrace or upstairs during those cooler days.

The menu offers a variety of exquisite dishes which include starters, pasta, salads, meat and fish. A selection of seafood starters consist of 'Fresh Mussels', 'Octopus in Garlic' and 'Prawn cocktail', there is also 'Soup of the day' amongst others. One can choose between spaghetti or penne for pasta and a choice of different sauces are available such as 'Octopus/Marinara', 'Al Rizzi' (when available), 'Al Nero' (when
available) or the special 'Alla Casa' (chicken, dried tomatoes, cream). There are various salad dishes as well as a variety of Jacket potatoes and some light dishes such as omelettes and burgers. Meat or Fish dishes include 'Duck breast with orange sauce', 'Fillet Pepper Steak', 'Fillet al Congreve', 'Beef Stroganoff', 'Chicken breast' and 'Mixed shellfish', 'Kalamari / Squid in garlic', 'Aciola Al Congreve', 'King Prawns', 'Octopus / Qarnita in Garlic', 'Fresh Fish of the day'. Traditional Maltese dishes such as 'Rabbit Stew' (Maltese Style) and 'Rabbit Fried with Garlic' are a favourite by the locals and a must to try for the tourist. English breakfast is served as well in the mornings. An extensive wine list compliments one's lunch or dinner.

Open during Summer from July to September - Monday to Sunday from 9.00am to 5.00pm and from 7.00pm to 11.00pm; Wednesdays closed.

Winter from Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm, Saturday from 9.00am to 5.00pm and from 7.00pm to 11.00pm, Sunday from 9.00am to 6.00pm.