Mornings on Lāčplēša Street have a rhythm of their own. There’s no rush here—only intention. Architects meet with their blueprints, freelancers with their laptops, students with their notes. Projects are born over a croissant, and plans for the day—over a cup of espresso. Soon, Lačpleša Skvērs will also become part of this morning energy—a new quarter joining the pulse of the street. In this article, we explore the places where mornings begin in the Lāčplēša area. Try starting your day here—and this street might just become your favorite morning ritual.
The Breakfast Culture of Lāčplēša
A morning on Lāčplēša is truly a kind of ritual: meeting for coffee, launching the day, inventing something new. Creative professionals, architects, designers, and entrepreneurs live and work nearby—and you can feel it.
Historic buildings with Jugendstil details sit alongside modern coffee shops in industrial style, creating a unique contrast of eras. It’s common to linger here—no one rushes you to give up your table.
Five Places Where the Morning Feels Different
Local breakfasts are a mix of simplicity and flavor. People here value well-prepared egg dishes, bread, and pastries. And just as much—they appreciate coziness, attention to detail, and calm.
MiiT Coffee
Pictures: Instagram
Behind the modest façade of this café lies a haven for coffee lovers. The space is designed in a Scandinavian style: light wood, minimalist furniture (including a beautiful wooden table perfect for working), and large windows that fill the room with morning light.
At MiiT, coffee is a craft. The baristas pay special attention to every guest, often remembering the favorite beans of regulars. You’ll also find delicious vegetarian options and gluten-free pastries on the menu.
What to try:
– Vegan-style English breakfast
– Mango and passionfruit pie
– Flat white with a velvety texture
Katkevich
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Lāčplēša iela 114
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Tucked away behind the railway tracks, this café is a true gem for bread lovers. The interior resembles an old-world bakery: emerald tiles, wooden tables marked by time, and large windows through which you can watch the quiet rhythm of life in this farther edge of the street.
Mornings here are especially cozy. The scent of fresh bread, flowers on the tables, and sunlight glinting off copper details all set the tone. The atmosphere invites slow conversation and quiet observation—which is why writers and artists often find their way here.
What to try:
– Open sandwich and scrambled eggs with pesto and salad mix
– Avocado salad
– Goat cheese sandwich with caramelized butter
*It’s best to reserve a table in advance.
KALVE Coffee Baznīcas
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Kalve is one of the strongest coffee brands in Latvia. But many come here not just for the cappuccino, but for the breakfast pastries: a lemon and cardamom bun, a coffee roll, seasonal pies.
The space is a great example of how inviting industrial style can be: huge panoramic windows give a sense of openness and freedom, while a large abstract painting on the wall—with bold strokes of blue and gold—seems to embody the energy of a city waking up.
If you choose to take your coffee to go, note: a Kalve cup is a work of art in itself.
What to try:
– Lemon and cardamom bun
– Freshly roasted filter coffee
LOWINE
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Dzirnavu iela 43
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At LOWINE, the day begins with the gentle shimmer of crystal glasses and the aroma of freshly baked croissants. It’s a place where the morning rush stays outside, giving way to a calm ritual of awakening. There’s something bohemian and mischievous about starting your day with a chilled glass of sparkling wine, watching the sun gradually fill the space.
What to try:
– Eggs Benedict with salad
– Toast with salmon and guacamole
– Mimosa
Herbārijs
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Dzirnavu iela 67 (inside Galleria Riga)
Pictures: Google Maps
The greenest breakfast in the city—literally. This rooftop café is surrounded by cascading greenery and woven chairs, offering a rare opportunity to have breakfast in a garden floating above the rooftops of Riga.
Here, the morning begins with a cup of fragrant tea harvested on Latvian estates. Wood, linen, and ceramics in the interior create the perfect setting for a peaceful, contemplative start to the day.
What to try:
– sourdough bread with mozzarella, cheddar cheese, peach jam and truffle butter;
– ricotta pancakes with ice cream and banana.
Morning Inspiration
On Lāčplēša Street, breakfast is part of the creative process. Ideas are born in these places: at MiiT Coffee, people discuss startups; at KATKEVICH, architecture books are flipped through; at Herbārijs, plans for the day are written down. These are spaces that value moments of reflection—which might be why so many people come here alone, with a notebook or a book.
Soon, Lačpleša Skvērs will join these sources of inspiration—a new city quarter that continues the tradition of warm, human-scale urban spaces. Until then, come explore Lāčplēša, find your favorite places, and create your own morning rituals.
