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Riga is the financial, creative, and cultural centre of Latvia. It is the capital and the largest city in Latvia, it is also the second largest city in the Baltic States after the Lithuanian capital Vilnius. The city lies on the Gulf of Riga, at the mouth of Daugava, Riga has a population of approximately 640,000 inhabitants, or 1/3 of the population of Latvia. The city was part of many empires throughout history, each of which has left its mark on the city. It is famous for Art Nouveau and wooden architecture. Riga's historical centre is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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  1. DrinkOuter East Bank

    Alus Bārs

    A very local bar, literally "the beer bar". Like going back in time to the turbulent 1990s. Open Monday to Saturday from 12:00 to anytime in the evening from 19:00 to 23:00. A can of Cēsu €2.20 50 cl of Mītava €2.50 50 cl of Piebalgas €3 Sometimes also offer fries and small sandwiches.

  2. DrinkVecrīga

    Backpackers Pub

    Riga’s first Aussie pub promises to provide plenty of authentic down under atmosphere, but thankfully without any stuffed koalas, Fosters beer posters or, God forbid, any portraits of Paul Hogan. Spread out across three floors, the pub offers 12 local beers on draught for affordable prices served from a bar that’s actually an old VW combi van. Live bands play frequently in the basement and if the cheap happy hour prices are too much for you to handle you can always crash at its hostel upstairs.

    Thu-Sat 10:00-03:00; Sun-Wed 10:00-02:00Beer: €2.50-3.00; Cocktails: €4.50-7.00

  3. DrinkVecrīga

    Black Magic

    Righa Black Magic Bar

    A very cool place with a decor that will remind you of Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings. Very atmospheric. Perhaps the best place to try different types of black balsam, with flights and tastings here, lots of flavors to choose from. All of it is reasonably priced for the experience, and there are also chocolates and other delicacies for sale.

    11:30AM-10PM daily

  4. DrinkPārdaugava

    Ciemakukulis

    A cozy café with a truly delicious selection of baked goods. Free wifi.

  5. DrinkVecrīga

    Cuba Cafe

    Cozy bar with DJs in the evenings. Salsa dancing on Tuesdays starting at 21:00. 2-for-1 drinks during happy hour (17:00-19:00).

    Open now · closes 3 am tomorrow

  6. DrinkVecrīga

    FolkKlubs Ala Pagrabs

    Huge beer selection with 28 beers on tap, folk dancing, live music performances, and great authentic food.

    Open now · closes 1 am tomorrowBeer: €2.50-3.00

  7. DrinkCentrs

    French Bar

    One of the cheapest, smallest, and oldest bars in Riga. It is popular among foreigners and local students. TV shows international sports matches.

    Sun-Wed 17:00-06:00; Thu-Sat 16:00-07:00From 16:00-18:00: 0.5L beer €1.00; from 18:00-21:00: 0.5L beer €1.50

  8. DrinkVecrīga

    Funny Fox Bar

    A karaoke and sports bar. Great place to duck in and have a few jars. A very wide selection of songs and drinks, with a great atmosphere and stuff on the TVs. The karaoke is really fun and it's an intimate setting.

    12-6AM, 10AM-12AM daily

  9. DrinkCentrs

    Galerija Istaba

    Literally, room. An art gallery with a small café with 5 tables. Popular for its cozy atmosphere.

    Mon-Sat 12:00-23:00

  10. DrinkCentrs

    Miit Coffee

    Great coffee and vegetarian food, with gluten-free options. Try the pancake brunch on Saturday and Sunday

    Mon 07:00-21:00; Tue-Wed 07:00-23:00; Thu 07:00-00:00; Fri 07:00-03:00; Sat 10:00-03:00; Sun 10:00-18:00

  11. DrinkVecrīga

    Mārtiņa Beķereja

    Traditional Latvian café, popular amongst locals. Always fresh pastry. Cash only sales. There are five Mārtiņa Beķereja cafés in Riga. Vaļņu iela 28 is located in Old Town Riga.

    Mon-Sat 07:30-21:00, Sun 08:00-21:00

  12. DrinkCentrs

    Neo Bars

    Enjoy the view of Riga from the 10th floor of the Central Station clock tower. Drinks, cocktails, European and Japanese cuisine. You need to take the elevator from the Central Station ground floor to the 8th to 10th floor.

    Mon-Fri 11:00-23:00, Sat 12:00-23:00, Sun 11:00-23:00

  13. DrinkVecrīga

    Pūce

    A trendy place popular with a younger crowd. The main floor has a dance floor with rock and pop music while the basement has a room with techno and/or alternative sounds. It is a very busy place on Th F Sa and is closed on Su M.

    Open now · closes 6 am tomorrowEntrance: free + face control. Beer: €2-3, Long drinks: €4-6, Cocktails: €6-9

  14. DrinkCentrs

    Skyline Bar

    Just perfect view at sunset. Finding a table next to the windows might be difficult after 23:00. Cover charge at popular times.

    Beer €3-5; wine €5; cocktails €6.50-12

  15. DrinkCentrs

    Crystal Club

    Lacplesa 52/54

  16. DrinkOuter East Bank

    Godvil

    Nightclub.

  17. DrinkVecrīga

    Kalku Varti

    Ground-level restaurant with nightclub in the basement.

    Open now · closes 11 pm€20-30

  18. DrinkVecrīga

    Kiwi Bar

    Sports bar with karaoke nights.

    Open now · closes 5 am tomorrow

  19. DrinkCentrs

    Leningrad

    Serves Latvian beers and food.

  20. DrinkVecrīga

    Paddy Whelans Irish Pub & Sports Bar

    A popular Irish bar.

    Fri-Sat 11:00-03:30; Sun-Thu 11:00-01:00

  21. DrinkVecrīga

    Shot Café

    Popular with young Latvians.

    Open now · closes 3 am tomorrow