Jāņoga — Restaurant in Cēsis

Very nice/cozy place. I booked it for a dinner with family. The staff did an amazing job, starting from the reservation phone call. They seemed to pick up on all the needed details in order to make the dinner as good an experience as it can be. For example, as soon as we arrived and the waitress saw flowers in my hand (cut ones), she automatically brought a vase where to put them in, with no questions asked and put it in the middle of the table, filled with water. They also have a great menu and attitude for kids (offered to bring paper and pencils, when the kid looked a bit bored and treated him like a grown-up when the food was ordered, also gave the same menu as for the grown-ups, just with an additional page added in the beginning). (And the cost for the food for little ones is very adequate to what they actually eat). The food itself was very good and the size/value ratio seemed ok. I will definately...

Ok restaurant is not that beautiful inside just some tables and chairs but it is as honest as the food the waitresses and the chef. Just about 25/30 seats so maybe remember to book. Once arrived the waitress told us that to be served with the food it would have needed about one hour because they were full and all the other customers just arrived. No problems, just had beers and appetizers. Simple and honest, appreciate. Then comes the food. The potato soup was unbelievable, creamy and tasty with a particular side dish. King prawns tempura was also great. I had then the duck breast, one of the best I ever had. The good thing was not only the food but also how the dishes were presented. Some local beers and a very good cider in the menu. I really loved the waitress and chef mood and attitude, gentle simple and real. About 30€ for person for 5 appetizers, 5 main courses and 7 beers and tip. I think it's ok...

Disappointing Experience – Rude Staff and Unwelcoming Atmosphere

I rarely leave bad reviews, but our experience at this restaurant was truly disappointing. From the moment we arrived, the waiter seemed uninterested and unfriendly, barely acknowledging us. It felt like we were an inconvenience rather than paying customers.

The worst part? We were rudely told to be quieter, as if we were causing a scene—which we absolutely weren’t. Instead of a polite request, we got an abrupt and unprofessional remark that instantly ruined the atmosphere for us. A restaurant should be a place where people can enjoy themselves, not walk on eggshells.

With service like this, I can’t see myself ever coming back. If you’re looking for a place with warm hospitality, I’d suggest...