Eat in Riga
Communist food queues are ancient history, and today Riga is a culinary delight. To help your tummy make the most of your visit, I've put together a list of places you will get meals to remember for all the right reasons. Mostly ones giving a real taste of Latvia (you can get sushi or pizza at home, right?), showcasing its superb produce, creative chefs and rich traditions, not to mention unique drinks - beers, Riga Black Balsam, ciders, fruit wines, even moonshine...
As we say in Latvian, lai labi garšo! Bon appetit!
so what's it cost then?
There's a three-course feed here for every budget: € - under 10 euros; €€ 10-20 euros; and €€€ - over 20 euros. And some of the fancy spots offer fabulous weekday LUNCH! specials, which bring the price down around €, so a trip to a top Riga restaurant is an affordable pleasure.
breakfast
Get a delicious start to your day in Riga at Chez Olivier Cafe. €
local and seasonal
Enjoy Latvia's finest produce served in style at Valtera restorāns. €€€ LUNCH!
stalinIST chic
Marvel at the marble in Soviet-posh Amber restaurant. €€€
family feeding
Grub, fun and Latvian traditions for everyone at Lido. €
COUNTRY FARE
Savour hearty Latvian soul food at Zviedru vārti. €€ LUNCH!
FINE latvian DINING
Savour affordable top cuisine at 3 Pavāru restorāns. €€€ LUNCH!
post SOVIET
Dine on behind-the-Iron-Curtain cuisine in dazzling decor at Rasols. €€
veggie heaven
Sample veggie fare and amazing coffee at Miit. € LUNCH!
SWEET DREAMS
Treat yourself to budget lunches and incredible cakes at Buberts cafe. € LUNCH!
DINNER WITH FRIENDS
Relish amazing cooking in an arty atmosphere at Galerija Istaba. €€
golden AGE
Time-travel to Riga's pre-war heyday at elegant Benjamiņš restaurant. €€