Riga Central Market & Traditional Food tasting Tour
Discover Latvian cuisine and one of Europe’s largest markets through fascinating stories and authentic food and drink tastings. Continue to Riga Old Town for a traditi...
What to order at LIDO Atpūtas Centrs
- Must order
- Karbonāde with grey peas and rye bread, a Latvian counter classic for €10 to €15.
- Signature dishes
- Karbonāde, Pelēkie zirņi, Karbonāde rye sandwich
- Editor tip
- The complex has a beer cellar, a summer fountain garden and a kids' play area; expect crowds at Sunday lunch.
CuisineLatvian
Price€
Neighborhoodcentraltirgus-maskavas
HoursMon-Thu 11:00-21:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun 11:00-21:00
Phone+371 67 700 000
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Signature dishes: Karbonāde, Pelēkie zirņi, Karbonāde rye sandwich
Must order: Karbonāde with grey peas and rye bread, a Latvian counter classic for €10 to €15.
Tip: The complex has a beer cellar, a summer fountain garden and a kids' play area; expect crowds at Sunday lunch.
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Location
Address: Krasta iela 76, Rīga, LV-1019, Riga
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