Cafe Mimosa — Restaurant in Riga

After seeing Cafe Mimosa mentioned in almost every breakfast review before my trip to Riga, Latvia, I decided it had to be my first breakfast stop. My initial impression was positive, the simple, tasteful design gave it a better than average feel. I ordered their popular poached eggs with asparagus, as well as a poached egg on gravlax over a potato pancake. Both dishes were simply amazing in terms of taste and texture.

That said, the portions were extremely small for real! We ended up ordering traditional pancakes just to avoid being hungry before starting our first long day exploring the city. I realize portion sizes in Riga are generally smaller, but it’s still worth mentioning!

On the service side, I had to wait nearly 10 minutes for the bill before finally going to the counter to pay myself, as the request had been forgotten. For everything (the dishes above plus two regular coffees), the total came to €49!

Overall, while the food was excellent, I’m not sure I’d recommend it to travelers on a tighter budget, given the portion sizes and overall value. I tried to make this review as honest...

Unfortunately, we don’t see ourselves returning to this place. It was a breakfast time. Upon arrival, we had to wait 20 min for table, which set the tone. The menu itself was rather uninspiring, offering limited options that felt underwhelming. The tables were arranged far too closely—about 5 cm apart—which made the atmosphere cramped and uncomfortable. As for the food, it fell significantly short of expectations. The most "fantastic" was an order of an oatmeal dish that was poorly presented. Additionally, we were charged an extra €3 for a side of five berries, which seemed excessive. The taste of the food was equally disappointing, lacking in flavor and originality. Moreover, the interior environment was stuffy, and without air condition. Despite our requests, the staff was unable to open any windows, adding to the discomfort.

Overall, while the interior design was fine, the combination of poor food, service, and atmosphere left us with a very...

I’ve been here twice. The interior is very stylish, and the location is convenient, close to the quiet center. Both times we came for breakfast, the place was fully packed, so it’s worth booking a table in advance to avoid waiting at the entrance.

The first time, I tried the Eggs Benedict. Nothing special, though I was expecting more because of what my friends and the internet reviews said. The second time, I went for their chicken sandwiches - and those were truly unique and delicious. Everything came together perfectly: fresh cabbage, grilled chicken, spiciness, and a hint of sourness. It was simply magical.

On the same day, I also tried my friend’s cottage cheese pancakes, and those were disappointing. They had a nice crispy crust on the outside, but the inside was slimy and runny.

There are a lot of tables for such a small place, which sometimes makes it feel less cozy. I might come back again just for...