Falstaff Coffee Guide Nordics 2026: The Best Cafés in Lithuania
What started as a dessert subscription has become one of Vilnius’ most inventive bakeries. Asta Petrus and her team make everything in-house at Desertų klubas (“Dessert Club”): croissants, buns, donuts, and their own ice cream. The lemon tartlet with unsweetened cream is a good place to start.
mon. hides on a narrow Old Town street, inviting lovers of Scandinavian pastries and light, easygoing brunch. From interior design to plating, every detail feels considered, and a small inner garden welcomes sunshine seekers.
Backstage Café helped shape Vilnius brunch culture with an artistic spirit. Creative interiors catch the eye, baristas work with ease, and the whole city seems to know the scent of their fluffy, perfectly moist cinnamon buns.
Nestled on a tiny street in Žvėrynas, Espresinė feels more like a community living room than a café. Founded by a few friends passionate about coffee culture, it serves freshly roasted beans daily, drawing familiar faces.
The first café by Latvian coffee roasters KALVE is centrally located with a contemporary, modern space. The counter features high-level pastries from GRUDAS Bakery, and the coffee—especially the milky ones—is consistently excellent.
The first Rocket Bean café in Lithuania, even with limited outdoor seating, stands out with a high-quality interior. Cinnamon buns and cheesecake are local favorites at the dessert counter. Well-trained, professional baristas bring expertise and care.
A converted factory loft houses a café, gallery, and Michelin-starred restaurant in one. By day, Lithuanian specialty roasters are curated by barista Andželika Jokubauskaitė, with V60, AeroPress, and batch brew offered. By evening, conceptual tasting menus are presented by award-winning chef Tadas Eidukevičius.
Habits Coffee House feels like an interior design masterpiece, where coffee quality plays with the bold aesthetic. At times, it resembles an art gallery, while pastries and sandwiches from the nearby Habits Bakery do not let anyone stay hungry.
Huracan Coffee has been roasting in Vilnius since 1999, long before specialty coffee was known in the Baltics. Today, its cafés invite with the aroma of freshly and carefully roasted beans, welcoming both focused work and easy conversations.
Koffee Lab in Kaunas Old Town is a family-run café founded by Luis and Kristina. It offers specialty coffees from around the world, crafted to highlight unique flavors—you might even meet the founders and creators behind the bar.
Coffee Spells, founded by coffee expert Aistė Košienė, surprises with fresh homemade bread for brunch, a wide specialty coffee menu, a cozy historic space, and views of Vilnius’s only functioning Jewish synagogue.
Kiras is a café well known among those seeking vegan dessert options. All sweets are crafted from carefully selected vegan ingredients, while the specialty coffee menu is complemented by their signature cacao drinks and curated tea selection.
One of the smallest coffee places in the city, it fills the street with the aroma of fresh coffee and pastries from early morning. A great stop for both a quick catch-up with a friend and a few productive work hours.
BREW Specialty Coffee is a well-known name in Lithuania’s coffee scene, appreciated for its uncompromising quality. With the launch of BREW Bakery, Jekaterina Zvonkuviene now takes care of refined pastries on the counter, ready to sweeten your day.
DMV Bakery is well known for its sourdough bread, homemade pastries, and breakfast plates. Almost always full, it draws people in with its inviting atmosphere, thoughtfully constructed menu, and balanced flavors.
Musangas is Klaipėda’s first coffee roaster, now serving freshly roasted beans in a conceptual loft that draws both lovers of good food and unique interiors. A surprising coffee selection, tempting desserts, and highly professional staff create the experience.
Strange Love is tucked beside Bernardine Garden in the Old Town, in a tiny white house with its own lush green yard. Sunlight fills the space, and cozy brunch plates welcome everyone from kids to grown-ups.
Part of the worldwide Coffee Circus community, Coffee Circus Piano is a small café in the heart of Vilnius Old Town. It charms with its mood, welcoming staff, and strong community vibe – plus an eye-catching red piano that gives the space its name.
Elska Coffee is popular among those spending time in central Vilnius, standing out for its artsy interior, cozy community vibe, and excellent selection of specialty coffee—ideal for a quick city break or relaxed moments on the sunny terrace.
Italala sits on a lively Old Town street, offering a strong selection of coffee in a cozy interior where you can even sip your drink on a swing. Cakes, croissants, and maritozzo add a sweet Italian touch.
Bundu in Kaunas charms with its cozy, ever-changing, blue-windowed space full of people. Handmade pastries, fresh sourdough, quality coffee and teas, vegan-friendly options, and community gatherings make it a hub for locals (and their pets).
A colorful spot created by two colorful souls, filled with energy and a friendly, funny staff. Located on one of the main streets, it serves filling breakfasts, eye-catching desserts, and a wide selection of coffee.
Created by a true coffee lover, Kavalierius now welcomes guests in Kaunas and Panevėžys. Known for great coffee and a wide drink selection, these cafés are loved for their warm atmosphere and the staff’s genuine friendliness.
Loved by brunch fans, Kavos Era is busy nearly every day. Its wide menu—from oat porridge to omelets and buckwheat bowls—pairs with a huge pastry selection and specialty coffee from Taste Map Roasters.
A true haven for breakfast lovers, serving colorful, filling plates all day long. A line often forms outside on weekends, but the flavors and wide selection make the wait worthwhile.
Elska Coffee is loved by those spending time in central Vilnius, standing out with its artsy interior, cozy community vibe, and great selection of specialty coffee—ideal for a quick city break or sunny terrace moments.
Her Excellency by Vero Cafe offers four types of specialty coffee and attractive all-day brunch plates. Professional baristas are ready to share tips and tricks, and a large brew bar adds an extra touch for coffee enthusiasts.
Kavos Reikalai welcomes guests in two central locations, both inviting them to linger. A wide range of specialty coffee and home-brewing equipment awaits, while friendly baristas greet everyone like an old friend.
NY Cafe was inspired by a summer in Alaska, where its owners fell in love with coffee and brought that passion back home. With just a few tables inside and a bench outside, it’s rarely empty, filled with unmistakable coziness and a warm, family vibe.
Trys Kartai sits right beside the university, keeping the space lively throughout the day. Pet-friendly and full of wagging tails, it offers a great range of coffee drinks, tempting desserts, and sometimes even fresh waffles.
Depeche Coffee is a small family-owned roastery with a few simple yet inviting locations and friendly staff. Pastries come from BKRY Bakery, and the Hales Market café lets you watch the roasting process while enjoying a wide selection of coffee drinks.
Expect a blend of in-house, freshly roasted coffee, professional baristas, and a welcoming, inspiring vibe. Cozy city cafés invite slow chats or focused work, while yeasted pastries, cakes, and creative brunch plates add warmth to the experience.
A tiny café just outside the city that feels like home. From homemade desserts to cozy, comforting brunch options, everything invites warmth, while a wide specialty coffee menu is complemented by staff who are always ready to share their knowledge and inspiration.
Coffee1 is tucked in the heart of Vilnius Old Town, a tiny yet cozy spot with a homelike feel. Perfect for a quick chat with a longtime friend, it tempts with varied sweets and handmade Lithuanian chocolate.
Kavos Architektai in Klaipėda invites guests to slow down—there’s no Wi-Fi, as coffee here is meant to be enjoyed differently. Guests are welcomed by a conceptual interior, a sunny central location, and friendly baristas ready to share tips.
Baristokrat is a small coffee spot perfectly placed in Vilnius train and bus stations. Open from early morning, it serves a solid coffee selection, tasty food on the go, and staff who are both quick and helpful.