Riga Nightlife: 55 Best Local Bars & Nightclubs in Riga

Ezītis Miglā

Bars 19 3

By Laura

Truly local, respect it!

Ezītis Miglā

19

If you want to catch the vibe of a truly local nightlife then treat this place with respect. It’s not all about partying though, as during the day they’ve got great food on offer.

by Laura

Skyline Bar

Bars 19 6

By Ivar

Already elevator ride there is quite fun as elevator is made of glass and you can see everything while moving up. The walls of the bar itself are also made of glass, thus you can walk around the bar and enjoy magnificient views of Riga. Visit both during daytime and at night - it's literally the best view in Riga.

by Ivar

Autentika

Nightlife 36 14

By Jānis

Indie club in abandoned brewery

Autentika

36

The building has stood on the ground of Riga since 1880 and historically been a part of the first brewery complex in Riga. During summer they have a small outdoor stage where you can listen to emerging indie bands and DJs.

by Jānis

Trompete

Restaurants 25 7

By Jānis

Live jazz + great food

Trompete

25

Located next to the ancient Salt Carriers’ Guild, Trompete has preserved its historical aura, while adding some trendy postindustrial vibes. The restaurant offers fresh, seasonal food with local ingredients. They bake their own bread, pickle olives. During summertime you can sit outdoors in the cosy backyard and have a pizza straight from oven!

by Jānis

Folkklubs Ala Pagrabs

Nightlife 59 16

By Laura

Real traditional Latvian meals

Folkklubs Ala Pagrabs

59

They have absolutely great traditional dance nights every Wednesday, folk music nights on Fridays, and Solanka soup nights on Sundays. By all means the most folk-y and one of the most fun places in Riga!

by Laura

Piens

Nightlife 23 4

By Ance

The Milk Club

Piens

23

Even though a bit off from the Old Town, Milk attracts artists, designers, journalists, media people, musicians and other hipsters to dance away or chat. Eclectic interior, laid back vibe and hip crowd.

by Ance

Kaļķu Vārti

Nightlife 14 4

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By Ance

Lose yourself on the dancefloor

Kaļķu Vārti

14

The place is laid back and easy-going. Beats are quite mainstream so you'll probably be able to sing along to almost every song that comes up. For a local person swinging through the Old town trying to find some more locals, this club is one of those where you must stop by.

by Ance

Labietis Brewery

Bars 19 5

By Ance

Beer Underground

Labietis Brewery

19

If you don’t see the entrance when you arrive, don’t give up! Walk through the little gate and turn right to find this hidden and bubbly underground brewery. Finding it alone is already a small excitement, then you go in, have a beer and it just gets better! During the early hours you can see through the glass how the beer is actually made.

by Ance

Tims Mints

Bars 18 4

By Ance

3 Siblings and 1 great Social Cafe

Tims Mints

18

Play some foosball, pick a song you love and grab a drink, or pass by during the day for a homemade meal made from their own family recipe. It feels like they actually just invited you in their own living room for a meal or a party, or both.

by Ance

Kaņepes Kultūras Centrs

Nightlife 36 8

By Ance

Different Culture Centre

Kaņepes Kultūras Centrs

36

Bicycles, down-to-earth parties with bohemian vibe, drinks – from coffee to cocktails – a stage for live performances are just a few things to experience here.

by Ance

Bufete Gauja

Nightlife 15 6

By Ance

Cool Soviet Buffet style bar

Bufete Gauja

15

It's a history lesson and great bar at the same time. The devoted young people opened this place inspired from the Soviet buffets that were in the area before. No sad nostalgia though, instead of a bust of Lenin you'll get local poems.

by Ance

Cuba

Bars 11 0

By Laura

All about Caribbean

Cuba

11

Viva la Cuba! Viva la Vida! If you are a fan of Caribbean culture or you simply like hot, untamed dances, swing by this cheerful bar!

by Laura

Latvijas 1. Rokkafejnīca

Nightlife 11 1

By Ance

Embassy of Latvian music

Latvijas 1. Rokkafejnīca

11

The idea itself to make a Latvian rock cafe was born in the 90ies and it did - in the local "wind city" Liepāja. Nowadays it has moved to us - Rigans and we are extremely proud of it as Liepāja is considered the city where Latvian rock was born as well. This cafe truly is LEGEN-wait-for-it-DARY! Legendary!

by Ance

Shot Cafe

Bars 14 2

By Ance

Always buzzing

Shot Cafe

14

If you manage to have your first shot in this bar, you will never leave it or you will always return. It's easy to get addicted to Shot Cafe's masterminds who generate alcoholic mixtures and substances like poems and shoot them at you like bullets. Shot Cafe is small and cosy enough to be called your private bar and dancing square at Riga.

by Ance

Teātra Bārs

Restaurants 12 2

By Ance

Mingling with entertainment industry

Teātra Bārs

12

Dive into the Riga theater scene! There’s a stage for various events and it's perfect if you just want to enjoy some wine too. Your best bet for chillin' in a bohemian vibe and dive into some intelligent chit-chat.

by Ance