Latvia
This bamboo hut is one of the best places on the coast to revel in the summer beach vibe. Right on the beach, it's a surfer hang-out where you can hear…
Must-see restaurants in Latvia
Jūrmala
Popular local chef Lauris Alekseyevs delivers modern twists on traditional Latvian dishes and fresh seafood at this innovative restaurant occupying a…
Latvia
The namesake hotel's popular restaurant serves an excellent range of Latvian and European specials made with locally sourced ingredients. Service is…
Latvia
Set back off pedestrianised Liepājas iela, this small one-woman bakery has fabulous baked goods at amazing prices. In between customers, the baker can be…
Latvia
This tiny craft bakery is always warm, humid and redolent with the scents of freshly baking bread. Hearty loaves made with whole grains and rye are close…
Latvia
Resplendent in white, this city-centre cafe has a couple of tables out front on the street. Inside you'll find excellent coffee, daily specials, light…
Latvia
Buy a treat for your stroll along the waterfront or just escape the drizzle in the warm confines of this old family-run bakery known for its tasty cakes,…
Latvia
Mr Biskvīts' candy-striped lair is filled with delicious cakes and pastries, but it's also a good spot for a cooked breakfast, a lunchtime soup or…
Maskavas Forštate, Avotu Iela & Grīziņkalns
If exploring the fish stalls at the Rīga Central Market puts you in the mood for some excellent fresh seafood, you're in luck. Right next to the fish hall…
Latvia
Nestled under the pines, this glass-fronted cafe with a large wooden terrace is an unobtrusive gem right on the sand. There is excellent coffee and other…
Jūrmala
Decked with lush plants and unfinished wood accents, this upmarket barbecue joint offers a dose of contemporary cool along Jomas iela, Jūrmala's old-world…
Latvia
It's hard to explain how a kebab shop could have grown into a local institution known for its bohemian drinks and fervent pro-Latvian spirit, but there…
Latvia
The best restaurant in town is just south of the central square and back off the main drag. There's a casual cafe menu as well as more substantial meals…
Latvia
The multilevel decks at this contemporary cafe are much sought after on balmy summer days. The food is fresh and modern with salads, sandwiches and mains…
Latvia
Located in the historic centre, Līgatne's most atmospheric restaurant serves up traditional food and drink such as beet soup, homemade meatballs and kvass…
Jūrmala
Nab a tree-shaded table outside this sleek bar and restaurant with a front that opens up to the pedestrian quarter. The contemporary menu matches the…
Latvia
This modern market hall near the train station has a good range of vendors selling prepared foods, from burgers to seafood. Other stalls sell local…
Latvia
Overlooking the main square and fountain, this modern cafe has a seasonal menu with dishes crafted from local produce: it's all very fresh and inventive…
Latvia
A local hipster hang-out, this cafeteria-cum-bar serves burgers, Asian noodle dishes and Latvian faves. At night it turns into a bar with a great…
Latvia
This sprightly modern cafe serves good burgers, pasta, salads and other crowd-pleasers. The kiploku grauzdiņi (Latvian garlic bread) is superb. There's a…
Latvia
Attached to the stylish Art Hotel Roma, this Italian-style cafe has a fabulous terrace on Liepāja's main drag. The coffee is suitably excellent and there…
Latvia
A haven for artists and art lovers, order a drink, open a book and sit for a spell. There are regular gallery exhibitions and readings. Meals are simple,…
Southern Latvia
Follow the other cars and turn off the A6 for this wildly popular roadside bakery and cafe. Liepkalni has busy bakers (you can watch them in action) and a…
Jūrmala
At MaMa, Italian and Latvian fusion cuisine is served on crisp, white-clothed tables surrounded by a mishmash of throne-like chairs. You may notice that…
Latvia
In the morning you'll see croissant and coffee addicts hanging around outside the door waiting for this tiny place to open. A queue inevitably forms as…
Latvia
This big cafe offers genuine cafe culture with tables on a wide terrace overlooking the main pedestrian zone. (Or rise above it all on the roof deck.)…
Latvia
The 'Cat's House' has a long CV: cafeteria, bakery, cafe and nightclub. Get a tray and load up on cheap Latvian fare or get one of the good coffee drinks…
Maskavas Forštate, Avotu Iela & Grīziņkalns
Rīga Central Market now has a food court, and it's somewhat upscale. Over 20 stalls cook up fare from around the world, including sushi, pho, pasta,…
Maskavas Forštate, Avotu Iela & Grīziņkalns
This is the place to finally have grey peas: the national dish of savoury stewed beans is scrumptious at this simple and tidy bar/cafe catering to…
Jūrmala
A very popular restaurant at the Baltic Beach Hotel & Spa, Il Sole has much-sought-after ocean-side seating and a long list of Italian dishes matched with…
Latvia
Pagrabiņš inhabits a cellar that was once used as the town’s prison. Today a variety of dishes are served under low-slung alcoves lined with honey…
Latvia
Sporting rustic decor with a hint of Soviet nostalgia, this cellar restaurant serves Russian pelmeņi dumplings and excellent Russian-style sour vegetable…
Latvia
This polished two-level restaurant with a big and inviting terrace is housed in the city’s old post office. The menu features traditional Latvian…
Jūrmala
Typical of the summer beach cafes, this big place is about 50m back from the high tide line. There are fab sandy views from the huge wooden terrace or you…
Latvia
Nail your sweet tooth at this fancy bake shop and cafe. Look for pies, muffins and tarts made with local berries and rhubarb. There are over a dozen…
Latvia
This old-fashioned cafe serves Latvian favourites (get your grey peas here!) made from local produce. Try a local speciality such as gulbeŝnīki (stuffed…
Southern Latvia
Located in the palace basement, this vaguely formal restaurant serves old-school Latvian fare suitable for a special occasion. Other palace eating options…
Latvia
If you'd rather stick with international standards, rather than venturing into the depths of traditional Latvian cuisine, this slick modern place by the…
Latvia
In a vintage house on the Town Garden, this proper restaurant serves a formal menu of fresh fish and meaty mains. Book ahead in the summer for a table in…
Latvia
This stylishly designed restaurant – Nordic woodwork with a pinch of Ikea – serves good pizza and fresh Italian classics. The large outside deck in front…
