Nice cozy place, nice atmosphere, places to sit both indoors and outdoors, friendly staff, I liked everything but one thing = Near by was sitting a woman with a dog, there was a metallic tray for this dog, not sure if it was for food or water but it was there on the floor for the dog, before leaving this woman gave back this dog tray and she placed it in the bar, yes, at the same place, surface, table where drinks are being served. I extremely dislike such lack of etiquete and hygienic fault. For dog lovers it doesn't matter but I bet there are plenty of people who disagree with having drinks served next to a tray where a dog was eating and such tray that was at the floor next to...
Read moreThis is going to be the new trendy place in Riga. It’s a huge old building renovated inside and made as a food court with interesting stands - like burgers, waffles, churros, craft beers. Although we were disappointed that all the cool beers did run out so we went for cocktails. Annnnd maaaaan that’s some strong gin+tonic they serve for 5EUR. By the way, they have the awesome glass deposit system for 2EUR/glass. Deposit is cash only, so don’t forget to bring a bit of cash. You can see that they invested heavily in this place from cool plants stand in the middle to arranging fire safety and ventilation. DJs played some...
Read moreThe ultimate hipster and urban youth meeting spot. Variety of food and drink stands. One of the main streetfood hotspots in Riga. Defenitely try Bao Bun truck. Several bao bun filling options, one suitable for vegans + amazingly delicious, finger-swallowing sweet potato fries. Yummm! Part of recently born "Tallinas ielas kvartāls" which regularly hosts variety of events. Animal...
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