Unusual cocktails, homemade cakes baked by the owner's mother and art works by local artists – Marmelāde at the market's second floor is the perfect place to meet away from the market's hustle and bustle, work undisturbed or take in the market's vastness and delve into the study of architectural details.​

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22458896, Marmeladeriga@gmail.com

Riga residents' favorite city bar Vest resides on the left side of the Daugava River in the market. The drink menu features locally brewed Rocketbean coffee, lemon/thyme and rhubarb homemade lemonades, craft beers and ciders, wines from various countries, sparkling drinks, and, of course, cocktails. The drinks are complemented by interesting Latvian snacks, such as sprat sandwiches or ""rasols in a jar.​​

hello@vestriga.com

For 15 years, the Zentiņu family has been baking authentic Italian pizzas at their countryside home in Beverīna Municipality at the open-air pizzeria Vīnkalni. Āgenskalns Market is the first place where these delicious, oven-baked pizzas can be regularly found in the capital city. Vīnkalni pizzas have been praised by both locals and foreigners, and it's no wonder that the family's pride has earned the title of Europe's best main dish.​

23997792, info@vinkalniesi.lv

Want to experience the hospitality of Latgale and taste kebabs in the Latgalian style? Served in lavash, on a plate or in homemade bread – Ausmeņa kebabs is possibly the most talked-about kebab in the entire country. Visitors especially favor the kebab with marinated chicken, but vegetarian options with grilled cheese, vegetables or falafel are also available.

The owner of Hačapurija, Raivo, lived in Abkhazia, Georgia for 7 years and learned the art of making the best khachapuri from the locals. He established an authentic Georgian cuisine café right here in Latvia. Traditional Georgian khachapuri is filled with homemade cheese, prepared on-site at the market. The menu also includes khinkali, regional soups and vegan Georgian salads. After a hearty meal, you can refresh yourself with lemonades imported from Georgia. Be sure to try the tarragon lemonade.

Kad kārojas Āzijas garšas, tad visi ceļi ved uz Bao Bun – šeit var nobaudīt tvaicētas, pašu ceptas bao burger maizītes ar pīli, vistu, austersēnēm vai cūku un dažādu variāciju poke bļodas ar jūras veltēm. Kā katram pasūtījumam neiztrūkstošu piedevu saimnieki pievieno uzlabotu garastāvokli.

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28396638, kriss.zupins@gmail.com

Furios Foods ir pirmā 100% augu valsts virtuve tirgū! Ēdienkartē: veselīgi kafejnīcu Nata Cafe un Mazā Terapija pusdienu piedāvājumi, sulīgi burgeri (no vienstāvīgiem līdz trīsstāvīgiem), sojšļiks ar frī kartupeļiem (tostarp spainīšos līdzņemšanai), sojas frikadeles, izslavētie kokosriekstu bountiji, saldā desa, dažādi salāti un vēl...!

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26872934, hello@furious-foods.com

Manzo are masters of the French slow-cooking method "sous vide". Products prepared this way retain their nutritional value, are juicier, and have a more pronounced taste and aroma. Here you can enjoy dinner with slow-cooked steak, ribs and brisket, as well as grilled asparagus and the gourmet favorite smash burguesa, a taco burger with Latvian-grown beef and a special recipe sauce.

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25759066, suvide@inbox.lv

Often the longest line of diners lingers at Borščs – delicious at the Ukrainians'. Here hearty, homemade meals arrive every morning from the Ģertrūde Street kitchen, so warm lunches are available right away. The menu features classics from Ukrainian and neighboring cuisines, but everyone must try the borscht served with pampushky and salo at least once.

Possibly the most legendary café in Āgenskalns is also hidden in the market. The Eastern cuisine café Fei-Fei prepares lunches every weekday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, offering a choice of 3 different soups, 4 hearty dishes and 3 side dishes. On weekends, the owner invites you to gather friends and enjoy special dishes, such as tiger prawns.

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67612036, dzintaradumi@inbox.lv

On Sunday mornings (and not just then!), the real stop is Bravo Johnny Pankūkas. Here you can choose from more than 10 different savory and sweet pancakes with fillings or toppings, such as chocolate, maple syrup, fresh berries, mushrooms, cheese, meat, prosciutto and more. For complete indulgence, we recommend trying a milkshake or a healthy smoothie.​

28354848,bravojohnnypankukas@gmail.com

If you’re craving Asian cuisine, head to Asagi on the second floor without a second thought. The café’s menu features all your favorite Japanese dishes (including vegetarian options) – warm and cold sushi, kimchi, wok dishes, ramen, miso and tom yum soups, poke bowls – and the drink menu includes characteristic bubble teas and Hata Ramune.

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Asagi.point@gmail.com

Immediately to the right of the parking entrance is WOKSIS, the first joint venture of father Aigars and son Kristaps. Here, you can assemble your own wok to your taste. The base – noodles, rice or a vegetable mix – can be complemented with meat, shrimp, tofu, mushrooms and other vegetables, crispy toppings and 6 different sauces. The son mastered the art of wok cooking in London, and only grape seed oil is used in preparation.

29834624, Otesenes@gmail.com

Every day in the market courtyard, Bahtijars prepares authentic Uzbek plov with a recipe passed down through generations. It is cooked for four hours with lamb and beef, and yellow carrots are added as a special ingredient. Plov is traditionally served with fresh salad and warm tea. On weekdays, the menu also includes the national Uzbek noodle soup lagman and kharcho, while on weekends, the owner grills lamb or chicken shashlik over coals and steams traditional manti dumplings.