Central Rīga
This crumbling former musical school is now a culture centre with a fabulous bar. Choose from an alluring line-up of craft beers, then grab a mismatched…
Must-see nightlife in Central Rīga
Central Rīga
Opposite a popular theatre, this grungy cavern is a beloved ancient local institution with gobs of atmosphere, right down to the tiny, mismatched wooden…
Central Rīga
This unassuming barn-red wooden building is the modest cover for some of Rīga's most audacious brews. The wizards at Alķīmiķis (which fittingly means…
Central Rīga
Skyline Bar sits on the 26th floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel Latvija and offers sweeping views of Rīga. The glammed-up interior verges on self-parody: you…
Central Rīga
Apart from a semi-industrial fit-out (polished concrete floors, metal chairs), there's nothing even vaguely garagey about this chic little place with…
Central Rīga
Set in a veteran old wooden building, this cultural space is a local hub for all things indie. Free-spirited locals mingle on mismatched furniture inside…
Central Rīga
Punk lives on at this Soviet-themed cafe – which indeed feels like the average cafe by day, but by night, shows a grittier side with a live music scene…
Central Rīga
A charming wooden cottage set within the park, Apsara is a veritable library of rare teas imported from beyond the Himalaya. Daintily sip your imported…
Central Rīga
Soaring high over the grand boulevards of Central Rīga, on the 8th-floor roof of the Gallerija Riga shopping mall, Herbārijs is a big open-air space with…
Central Rīga
This sweet unassuming hipster den (its name translates as Rabbit) has an impressive array of Latvian-produced drinks – from Malduguns craft beer and cider…
Central Rīga
The golden boy of Rīga's gay scene (admittedly that's not saying much), Golden is a friendly little place with a conservatory-like bar and a weekend-only…
