Must-see restaurants in Latvia
Central Rīga
Latvia’s trendier version of Prêt a Manger is a step up from ready-made sandwiches at the grocery store. Black-and-yellow stencil art rocks the walls and…
Latvia
Looking like the dwelling of a forest witch, this popular bar cum cafe, housed on the 2nd storey of an 18th-century warehouse, specialises in warm potato…
Central Rīga
If you’re up to your elbows in pork tongue, Charlestons is a sure bet to get rid of the meat sweats. Lounge around the terraced courtyard in the heart of…
Latvia
Attached to Fontaine Palace, Liepāja’s cheapest chow joint was designed with the inebriated partier in mind: the American-style burgers are a foolproof…
Old Rīga
Who knew the Baltic had such brilliant Indian food?! Tucked away down a medieval alley you’ll find a welcome antedote to the bland ingredients that rule…
Central Rīga
We'd call this tiny place sweet even if it didn't make these light fruity cupcakes and meringues – just for its looks. You might be able to occupy one of…
Latvia
Sharing space with an art gallery, this little rustic style place serves meaty calorie-rich Latgale fare. Service is patchy and cooking may take a while,…
Old Rīga
Remember 500 years ago when potatoes weren’t the heart and soul of Latvian cuisine? We don’t, but Rozengrāls does – this candlelit haunt takes diners back…
Latvia
This secret gem is favoured by people in-the-know for its impressive wine list and lovingly and inventively prepared European meals. There is a neat…
Old Rīga
Across from Rīga Castle, this somewhat gloomy restaurant specialises in moderately priced tummy fillers. In warmer weather patrons dine outside on…
Latvia
A noble attempt at savvy, locally sourced fare, 2 Locals offers a delectable assortment of meat and fish dishes; don’t miss the scrumptious homemade…
Latvia
A friendly seafood restaurant with a pleasing, old-time nautical vibe – creaky wood floors, a fishing boat moored outside and nets draped across the…
Latvia
This cheerful, brightly coloured cafe cum pizzeria is a veritable source of cheap and tasty breakfast and lunch food as well as competently brewed coffee.
Old Rīga
The biggest and best-located supermarket in the old town, located within the Gallerija Centrs shopping mall.
