"Outdoor Dining Area" Restaurants in Rīga

This iconic Italian restaurant improves with age. A long, varied menu is prepared with consistency and care, supported by a wine list designed to encourage guests to return again and again.

Named after John F. Kennedy, who once stayed here, this restaurant is led by chef Kristaps Sīlis. Each dish is prepared with presidential attention to detail, matched by imaginative cocktails from the bar.

Ramen takes center stage at this authentic Japanese restaurant. Aromas from the open kitchen fill the space, setting expectations before the bowls arrive, while signature cocktails complete the experience.

Neighborhood bistro B7 is the project of chef and owner Valters Zirdzinš, one of Latvia’s most distinctive restaurateurs. Designed as a modern neo-bistro, it quickly became a popular local meeting place.

Chef Heinrihs Erhards returned to Latvia after years abroad to open Keanu, an izakaya in Riga. Here, he applies his international experience to Japanese cuisine, complemented by a thoughtful cocktail selection.

This popular restaurant focuses on a cuisine based on clearly sourced local ingredients, with origins listed on the menu. Natural wines dominate the selection, reflecting a Nordic-style concept still rare in Latvia.

Located between the Statue of Liberty and the Opera House, this spacious restaurant is a central meeting place. An extensive wine list fuels conversation, while discreetly prepared food supports it.

This Italian restaurant presents regional dishes from Lake Como to Sicily, all prepared on site. A strong wine focus is complemented by open bottles on the table and a bar offering signature cocktails.

Neiburgs offers a calm retreat from the city, defined by a restrained atmosphere and a focus on ingredients from the local market. Many dishes are well matched with Supaga white grape wine from the Kužums winery.

Located on the banks of the Daugava River outside the city center, this restaurant pairs sweeping views of Riga’s Old Town and harbor with international cuisine that mirrors the setting.

This luxury hotel restaurant pairs an intimate dining room with seasonal outdoor spaces. Street-side and rooftop seating frame a cuisine prepared with high-quality ingredients and a restrained approach.

At Riga’s Kempinski Grand Hotel, the rooftop restaurant pairs panoramic views with a refined concept. Japanese influences shape both the food and oriental-inspired cocktails, enjoyed above the city.

Buržujs draws on the idea of hedonistic indulgence, inspired by a historical lifestyle once frowned upon. The concept centers on enjoyment, highlighted by the city’s most exclusive oyster selection.

This nostalgic restaurant reflects culinary habits from the late Soviet era. Its concept centers on classic cold dishes and preserved flavors, paired with a cocktail list that playfully references traditional remedies.

Serving traditional Georgian cuisine, this restaurant places grilled meat at the center of its concept. A generous meat platter defines the menu, supported by a focused selection of Georgian wines and classic spirits.

In the rooftop restaurant of this historic hotel, the view is also part of the draw. Still, the kitchen holds its own, from cold beetroot soup in summer to local beef served throughout the year.

Forest stands out for its strong focus on mushrooms and other ingredients sourced from the forest. Vegetarian cooking takes center stage, including a dedicated tasting menu that defines the restaurant’s concept.

Milda focuses on Baltic cuisine, with a strong emphasis on potatoes, a staple of local cooking. The menu explores this ingredient across many dishes, reflecting regional traditions best enjoyed with a glass of beer.

KITSCHen is a discreetly located restaurant in Riga's Art Nouveau district. Its Nordic-minimalist concept is paired with a concise yet varied menu, offering a focused dining experience with a strong sense of place.

This small neighborhood restaurant keeps tables close and the mood intimate. Run by an Italian chef-owner, it serves traditional Mediterranean dishes with an authentic touch and a chalkboard wine list.