Everybody knows that it’s extremely tricky to eat healthy while travelling. Lack of knowledge about local food and restaurants often leads people to familiar places such as McDonald’s or pizza joints – not probably the best choices. In the Baltics the concern for eating healthy is amplified by a historical concern due to traditional foods containing ample of fat and even nowadays many men call salads and fresh food “a rabbit’s meal”. You can only imagine how difficult it can be around here for a vegetarian let alone a vegan. Luckily, some of the Like a Local Guide editors have shared their insights about healthy food options in the Baltic cities.

Tallinn

Von Krahli Aed – The embassy of pure food

Aed is one of those places that pleases both vegetarians and carnivores. Their goal is to offer pure local food with a modern twist. Plus, they’ve managed to keep their prices more than affordable.

 

NOP – Neighbourhood, Organic, Practical

The name already says everything you need to know about this place. It’s a homely café combined with an eco-shop, so whether you’re after a tasty organic meal or you want to do some eco-shopping – this is the place for you.

 

Lee Resto – Simple but good

Lee Resto is all about simplicity – there’s no extravagant food combinations, pretentious service or high prices. They use fresh, locally sourced produce which is the foundation of excellent food.

 

Riga

MiiT – Inspired by the bicycle culture

Besides being the favourite hangout place for local bicycle lovers, Miit offers a wide variety of vegetarian food, plus they make really good coffee. In addition, you can get your bicycle fixed while having a quick bite.

 

Terra – Get back to you roots

Fresh and healthy fast food turns from a dream into reality at Terra. Here, you can even pick out and put together the exact ingredients you prefer and leave out the ones you dislike.

 

Tvaiks – Food filled with creativity and soul

Tvaiks strives to make honest, healthy, creative food out of local, market fresh and seasonal products. The staff are passionate about what they do and prices are more than reasonable.

 

Burkāns – Fresh ideas and fresh food

Here, they really make an effort to serve homely international dishes that both taste and look like heaven. The produce comes straight from local farmers and the view from the terrace is breathtaking.

 

Riviera – Fine dining French Riviera style

Here you’ll find probably the best seafood in town judging by the variety, the taste and the looks. Riviera offers fine dining at a reasonable price and their daily specials are always worth checking out.

 

Vilnius

Vegafe – An oasis for vegetarians

You probably guessed from the name that it’s a vegetarian restaurant, although they also have plenty of options for vegans. And their no-shoe policy makes you feel like you’re visiting a friend’s house.