Guidebook for Rīga
Food Scene
High quality specialty coffee and splendid vegeterian/vegan brunches at weekends (10:00-17:00)
58 Einheimische empfehlen
MiiT Coffee
10 Lāčplēša ielaHigh quality specialty coffee and splendid vegeterian/vegan brunches at weekends (10:00-17:00)
Taverna
4 Torņa ielaTraditional food options nearby.
Stabu Mākonis
42 Stabu ielaWonderful waffle brunches on weekends
Experienced local chefs offer both lunch and dinner, as well as brunches at weekends for affordable prices.
21 Einheimische empfehlen
Austra
Experienced local chefs offer both lunch and dinner, as well as brunches at weekends for affordable prices.
One of the most successful local craft beer breweries also offers splendid burgers and more! Sure to make your night complete
20 Einheimische empfehlen
Alķīmiķis
12 Lāčplēša ielaOne of the most successful local craft beer breweries also offers splendid burgers and more! Sure to make your night complete
Restaurant made by a local urban-sport enthusiast offers great variety of meals.
18 Einheimische empfehlen
Pagalms
2B Kronvalda bulvārisRestaurant made by a local urban-sport enthusiast offers great variety of meals.
One of the first specialty coffee shops in Riga also offers dishes by a master chef along with a view of the roastery.
64 Einheimische empfehlen
Rocket Bean Roastery
29/31 Miera ielaOne of the first specialty coffee shops in Riga also offers dishes by a master chef along with a view of the roastery.
A French pastry shop perfect for those laid back breakfasts or coffee breaks.
6 Einheimische empfehlen
Cadets de Gascogne, kafejnica
8 Zigfrīda Annas Meierovica bulvārisA French pastry shop perfect for those laid back breakfasts or coffee breaks.
Vincents Restaurant
19 Elizabetes ielaThe most critically acclaimed restaurant in Riga.
"The restaurant Riits is located in the central part of the city, and has become a favorite place for breakfast and lunch among locals. Delicious dishes of products that are brought daily by farmers from all over the country"
7 Einheimische empfehlen
Rīts, restorāns
72 Dzirnavu iela"The restaurant Riits is located in the central part of the city, and has become a favorite place for breakfast and lunch among locals. Delicious dishes of products that are brought daily by farmers from all over the country"
Late brunch, a business dinner, an evening with friends or a very special occasion. Stable culinary values are at the basis of the menu. These are the classics of contemporary Europe, leaving space for bright interpretations and seasonal accents, while reserving respect for everything that is fresh and of local origin.
13 Einheimische empfehlen
Muusu
6 Skārņu ielaLate brunch, a business dinner, an evening with friends or a very special occasion. Stable culinary values are at the basis of the menu. These are the classics of contemporary Europe, leaving space for bright interpretations and seasonal accents, while reserving respect for everything that is fresh and of local origin.
Chef supreme Pavels Skopa with his fabulous team has created an outstanding menu with a foreign flair, where also vegans and vegetarians will find their taste. Refreshing cocktails, wide variety of wine and other drinks. The restaurant`s riverside locale makes for a spectacular view in the spring and summer from the terrace.
22 Einheimische empfehlen
Koya
5k-15 Andrejostas ielaChef supreme Pavels Skopa with his fabulous team has created an outstanding menu with a foreign flair, where also vegans and vegetarians will find their taste. Refreshing cocktails, wide variety of wine and other drinks. The restaurant`s riverside locale makes for a spectacular view in the spring and summer from the terrace.
F E R M A Restaurant is located in the so-called Quiet Centre of the city, opposite the Viesturdārzs park, embedded in the atmosphere of middle-class lifestyle and leisurely pleasures typical of this neighbourhood of Riga. The summer terrace makes it possible to experience all the joys of a country picnic in the very heart of the city: prepared in a real smoking house and cooked on live fire, the dishes stimulate the taste buds, and the sights of the Viesturdārzs park make you want to reach for a paintbrush.
32 Einheimische empfehlen
FERMA
7 Valkas ielaF E R M A Restaurant is located in the so-called Quiet Centre of the city, opposite the Viesturdārzs park, embedded in the atmosphere of middle-class lifestyle and leisurely pleasures typical of this neighbourhood of Riga. The summer terrace makes it possible to experience all the joys of a country picnic in the very heart of the city: prepared in a real smoking house and cooked on live fire, the dishes stimulate the taste buds, and the sights of the Viesturdārzs park make you want to reach for a paintbrush.
Russian restaurant Uncle Vanya is a place to enjoy yourself in a cozy and cheerful atmosphere with good food and a shot of vodka.
6 Einheimische empfehlen
Tēvocis Vaņa
16 Smilšu ielaRussian restaurant Uncle Vanya is a place to enjoy yourself in a cozy and cheerful atmosphere with good food and a shot of vodka.
Rossini
31 Antonijas ielaThe success of Restaurant Neiburgs is based on a blend of historical and stylish elements both in the interior and in the menu. The interior is airy and light; the food combines the traditional with the contemporary; and the ambience is enhanced by music, which is quiet enough not to prevent one from hearing one's table companion.
10 Einheimische empfehlen
Neiburgs Hotel
25/27 JaunielaThe success of Restaurant Neiburgs is based on a blend of historical and stylish elements both in the interior and in the menu. The interior is airy and light; the food combines the traditional with the contemporary; and the ambience is enhanced by music, which is quiet enough not to prevent one from hearing one's table companion.
Valtera restorans opened on April 4, 2013. It was opened by Chef Valters Zirdziņš. The restaurant is in favor of supplying local products, accounting approximately 90% of all raw materials we work with.
The food is a modern Latvian cuisine. Menu is seasonal, and special offers are available every day, depending on suppliers and season.
12 Einheimische empfehlen
Valtera Restorāns
8 Miesnieku ielaValtera restorans opened on April 4, 2013. It was opened by Chef Valters Zirdziņš. The restaurant is in favor of supplying local products, accounting approximately 90% of all raw materials we work with.
The food is a modern Latvian cuisine. Menu is seasonal, and special offers are available every day, depending on suppliers and season.
Stars Coffee
41 Aleksandra Čaka ielaZvaigzne CAFE
6 Krišjāņa Valdemāra ielaRaw Garden
STRADA tea and coffee
5 Jāņa ielaDrinks & Nightlife
The spot where local intellectuals meet to have a beer or listen to electronic music. They also offer beer from some local craft beer breweries.
78 Einheimische empfehlen
Kanepes Kulturzentrum
15 Skolas ielaThe spot where local intellectuals meet to have a beer or listen to electronic music. They also offer beer from some local craft beer breweries.
The craft cocktail bar you always end up going to. They also offer craft beer and kitchen is also delightful.
36 Einheimische empfehlen
Vest Riga
1 Stabu ielaThe craft cocktail bar you always end up going to. They also offer craft beer and kitchen is also delightful.
Labietis
9a Aristida Briāna ielaAlķīmiķis
12 Lāčplēša ielaNorthern Anchor Brewing Co.
8 Matīsa ielaTaka - alus bārs
10 Miera ielaParks & Nature
Good for sunny walks and perfect for bicycling. Might get busy during sunny weekends.
105 Einheimische empfehlen
Mežaparks
Good for sunny walks and perfect for bicycling. Might get busy during sunny weekends.
Wonderful scenery and nature trails. Ask host for further information
19 Einheimische empfehlen
Gauja National Park
30 Lielā ielaWonderful scenery and nature trails. Ask host for further information
Sightseeing
Vecrīga
Riga is one of the few cities in Europe where Art Nouveau architecture, art and design objects have survived in great numbers. In a European perspective Riga is an Art Nouveau metropolis. Riga Art Nouveau Centre was founded to emphasize the original and abundant Art Nouveau heritage
30 Einheimische empfehlen
Jugendstil in Riga
13 Alberta ielaRiga is one of the few cities in Europe where Art Nouveau architecture, art and design objects have survived in great numbers. In a European perspective Riga is an Art Nouveau metropolis. Riga Art Nouveau Centre was founded to emphasize the original and abundant Art Nouveau heritage
Arts & Culture
Recently renovated museum is of true value to Latvian culture.
171 Einheimische empfehlen
Latvian National Museum Of Art
1 Jaņa Rozentāla laukumsRecently renovated museum is of true value to Latvian culture.
Shopping
Galerija Centrs
16 Audēju ielaClosest shopping mall to the apartment.
Riga central market's spectacular pavilions are included in the list of UNESCO cultural heritage.
192 Einheimische empfehlen
Riga Central Market
Riga central market's spectacular pavilions are included in the list of UNESCO cultural heritage.
Essentials
Closest grocery store where you'll find some basic snacks and drinks. 2 min from the apartment. Go through Swedish gates at the end of Aldaru str. turn left and then see the shop on the right side corner few meters ahead. If coming in during lunch hours, you just might bump into some local ministers, who spend their days just around the corner.
9 Einheimische empfehlen
Mego
14 Rīgas ielaClosest grocery store where you'll find some basic snacks and drinks. 2 min from the apartment. Go through Swedish gates at the end of Aldaru str. turn left and then see the shop on the right side corner few meters ahead. If coming in during lunch hours, you just might bump into some local ministers, who spend their days just around the corner.