Old Town
With a renowned sound system threatening tinnitus over two levels (the lower playing more soul and hip-hop; the upper more techno, house and hard beats),…
Must-see nightlife in The Baltic States
Tartu
Downstairs at Naiiv is cosy and clubbable, with an extensive selection of drinks: ask the clued-up staff for suggestions on good local brews, then find a…
Klaipėda
If you prefer your people-watching with a side-serve of meringues, macarons or little sablés (French shortbreads), head to this stylish corner cafe…
Kaunas
A den for locals to glug a cold one over trivia nights and sports screenings, this cider pub in a vaulted cellar gets packed out even on weeknights and…
Brasa & Teika
An old-timer in the hipsterish Miera iela area, Taka sports bright murals on the walls and extra-comfy couches. It's an excellent place to try craft beers…
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…
Tartu
Set in a vast 18th-century gunpowder cellar built into the Toomemägi hillside, this boisterous pub serves beer-accompanying snacks and meaty meals under a…
Tartu
Occupying a grand, gaudily painted Stalin-era movie theatre north of the river (and in which legendary underground parties were held in the 1990s),…
Lithuania
The mellow tinkling of the piano in the background and walls covered in sketches of European cities in days of yore create a welcoming atmosphere at…
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…
Western Estonia & the Islands
Pärnu’s biggest and most famous summertime nightclub has an outdoor beach terrace and a sleek multifloor interior with plenty of nooks for when the dance…
Old Town
You know a bar means business when it calls itself Drink. The best of Tallinn's British-style pubs, Drink takes its beer and cider seriously (its motto is…
Old Rīga
Specialising in electronic underground, this tiny bar hiding in a tiny lane lets young DJs master their talent under the condition that the music is quiet…
Old Town
The name means 'a couple of wines' and that's exactly what locals head here for. The vibe's relaxed and cosy, with comfy sofas, mismatched chairs, good…
Vilnius
Wedged into one of the prime crossroads in the twisting streets of Old Town is this charismatic little wine bar, offering Old and New World wines by the…
Vilnius
Forgive the cheesy themes ('Girls Night Out!', 'Be My Latin Lover!'): if you want to salsa till the wee hours, and don't mind a cocktail or two, this…
Lithuania
The most offbeat and diverse venue in Palanga, Kablys ('hook') faces the Botanical Park, away from the noise and action of central Palanga. It's a bar,…
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…
Kaunas
This relaxed pint-sized bar is well worth seeking out for its bewildering array of bottled brews from all over the world. Whether you're after a Belgian…
Vilnius
Proud, friendly and party-obsessed, Soho proudly bills itself as Lithuania's 'most popular' (and pretty much only) LGBTQ club. On a regular night, DJs…
Lithuania
The one independent coffee outlet among Palanga's coffee chain outlets, Fotokava is a stylish space decked out with vintage cameras. It's not a speciality…
Brasa & Teika
This bar-club in an old factory is surrounded by a few other excellent bars. There's an appealing mix of eclectic decor, sunny terraces and live music…
Lithuania
Charming pub with an outdoor terrace peeking out of the foliage, retro '80s interior and some interesting Lithuanian craft beers on the menu. Generous…
Old Rīga
Dance to pop and disco in a big courtyard or inside under the lasers at this big bar that books top-notch DJs. Be ready for sets of the same Latvian music…
City Centre
Wild cabaret, dancers and live music sometimes complement the DJs at this pulsing club, set in a 1926 building with original details in some rooms, just…
Vilnius
This compact venue – which serves food in the daylight hours – is for serious clubbers. Some of Vilnius' best DJs as well as international acts play…
Jūrmala
This hot dancing spot sits high above the trees on the 11th floor of Hotel Jūrmala Spa. Nurse your cocktail in a space-age bucket seat or get jiggy with…
Lithuania
Inside the Anykščių Kultūros Centras, this sleek, minimalist cafe serves a mean espresso and a chocolate avocado cake practically guaranteed to convert…
Latvia
Right on the sand, this summer cafe serves up smoothies, good coffee, draft beer and ice cream. Hang out under the awning or take in the rays on the…
Western Estonia & the Islands
Revellers jam into the warm, dark-wood interior of this fun Irish pub for a huge beer menu, tasty pub grub, occasional live music and a raucous good time.
Vilnius
This smart coffee shop in western Vilnius is the favourite haven of the laptop-toting set. They also roast their own beans and sell cakes and sandwiches.
Lithuania
The local branch of the popular nation-wide chain serves reliably good coffee in various forms and is decked out with fantastic photos of the region.
Western Estonia & the Islands
With a warm and inviting atmosphere, this brightly painted bar serves sandwiches, hearty meals and cocktails, or you can just slink in for a beer.
Kėdainiai
The one and only speciality coffee shop in town. They roast their own beans and there's a decent assortment of sweet bites to go with your brew.
City Centre
Tucked behind a sex shop and a hostel, this stalwart of Tallinn's tiny gay scene hosts a mixed and welcoming crowd, and puts on frequent events.
Lithuania
One of the biggest, most raucous clubs in Palanga, playing mainly house and mainstream dance music until dawn.
City Centre
If you appreciate kitsch, themed bars, this is very well done, right down to the prison-cell toilets and staff dressed as English bobbies (although the…
Old Town
While the name may mean ‘hell’, the descent into this particular underworld is anything but infernal for craft-beer fans. There's a good mix of local and…
Old Town
This microbrewery offers up the good stuff (seven unfiltered house brews and plenty else besides) in a huge, tavern-like space where, come Friday and…
Western Estonia & the Islands
The name means 'weigh-house' and this is one of Kuressaare's most significant historic buildings, built in 1663 to measure goods for taxation and…
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